Also known as
  • Texas A.M.C. ,
  • Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas ,
  • TAMU ,
  • A&M
Texas A&M; University, often called A&M; or TAMU, is a coeducation public research university located in College Station, Texas. It is the flagship institution of the Texas A&M; University System. It opened in 1876 as the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas, the first public institution of higher education in that state. In 1963, the Texas Legislature renamed the school to Texas A&M; University to reflect the institution's expanded roles and academic offerings. The letters "A&M;" no... full article at wikipedia