AGGIES to the CORE!
Welcome to The Rudder Association Website. Our Mission is to defend and perpetuate the core values of respect, excellence, leadership, loyalty, integrity, and selfless service at Texas A&M. We provide a voice for Aggies who honor its Values, Traditions and Culture. We are Aggies to the Core!
The Rudder Association’s membership is made up of Ol’ Ags from the classes of 1950 through 2007. Two thirds of our membership is made up of classes from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s. However, we need your help to fill in the gaps to 2030. TRA is seeking potential Annual members from the classes of ’08, ’15, ’23, ’25, ’26, ’27,’29, and '30. That would give us eighty years of classes as members of The Rudder Association!
Did you know you can sponsor a membership of a classmate, family member, or current Aggie Student? Help us make them Aggies to the Core by sponsoring them today! Please send us a message at Contact-TRA and we will help you through the process.
The Rudder Association Members Meeting was held on,
Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026!
Meet this year's speakers -
About Us
During the summer of 2020, a group of dedicated but concerned Aggies created The Rudder Association to put the “Aggie” back in Aggieland and ultimately in accordance with our name, to steer a better course for education in Texas.
TRA Online Store
Visit The Rudder Association on-line store to purchase your favorite Aggie to the Core gear for gameday and gifts.
Join or Renew Your Membership
You can join The Rudder Association by becoming an annual or lifetime member.
Our History
Learn what events lead to the formation of The Rudder Association and how this non-profit organization has progressed to become a watch dog for Texas A&M values and traditions.
Message From The President
Read the latest letter from The Rudder Association president.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about TRA do not hesitate to contact us. There is also a confidential information sharing form that allows you to contact us if there are any instances where your 1st Amendment Rights may have been violated or you experienced any discrimination.
TRA Board of Director & Officers
Meet The Rudder Association Board of Directors and Officers. This group of dedicated Aggies come from a wide range of backgrounds. Each bring their expertise and knowledge to an organization that has faced scrutiny in this everchanging climate while maintaining the culture, values, and traditions of Texas A&M University.