Class of '88 25 Year Reunion

Schedule of Events

Howdy, Class of '88ers!

The time has come to return to Aggieland for our 25th Class Reunion!  Come back to Aggieland to reminisce with Classmates about our 4 victories vs. t.u., 3 Cotton Bowls, Blue Bell from Charlie's, the Cow Pie and fries from The Cow Hop, nights at The Hall of Fame, Fish Camp '84, Final Review, Ring Dance, Aggie Bonfire, The Deluxe Burger Bar ... some traditions have lived on ... some have changed ... some are no more.  While much has changed on campus since our graduation, the Aggie Spirit lives on.

The dates for the Reunion are August 30-Sept. 1, 2013.  It's Labor Day weekend and before school for the kids kicks into high gear, so we hope that you can include stopping by the Reunion as part of your weekend plans

In a throwback to our times in the old Southwest Conference, the Aggies kick off the 2013 season vs. Rice on August 31st.  Events for our Reunion include a reception Friday night leading up to Yell Practice, a tailgate at the Williams Alumni Center prior to kick off on Saturday, and a post-game victory party at the Williams Alumni Center catered by Double Dave's.  The agenda is relaxed to allow for maximum time to reunite with Classmates and to keep costs down for families.

We also have designed a Class t-shirt to coincide with the Reunion, printed by CC Creations.  You can order those at the CC Creations website (details on page 2).

So, REGISTER NOW and PASS IT BACK AGS!  E-mail, text, tweet, Facebook, and call as many Classmates as you know and get to Aggieland for our 25 Year Reunion!  This only happens once and you won't want to miss it!

Hope to see you there!

Gig 'em!

Barbara, David, Karen, J.D., and Tara

Reunion Accommodations

The Class Block is currently SOLD OUT as is the rest of the TownePlace Suites. However, the Convention and Visitors Bureau receives weekly updates from hotels regarding room availability.  They don't make reservations, but they can point you to the hotels likely to have rooms available.  Please call 979-260-9999 to receive those updates.   To reserve rooms at  different hotel, you can also go to VisitAggieland.com and scroll down to the reservation calendar to find all available rooms.

College Station TownePlace Suites — Reunion Headquarters Hotel

Reunion Block Football Tickets

The Association of Former Students is pleased to announce a Class block of seats for the Rice football game, during the weekend of your Reunion.  The 12th Man Foundation Ticket Office is handling the ticket requests. The deadline to order guaranteed tickets in the Class Block is June 7, 2013.  After the deadline, tickets will go on sale to the general public and will be available as long as tickets remain.  Reunion block tickets may be be ordered now online through the 12th Man Foundation's website. The tickets are $60 plus $5 per ticket fee.

Tickets requests are set for Flash Seats delivery. Flash Seats replaced e-tickets and is a digital delivery service.  A summary of how it works is explained below:

To enter the game, simply take the credit card you used to purchase the tickets (or your driver’s license if you’ve added it as an alternate ID by logging in at http://aggies.flashseats.com) and go directly to the entrance.  The ticket attendants simply swipe the card and print your seat locators. You do not need to stop at a Will Call window. It’s safe, secure, and fast.

Actual printed tickets will be available by phone (888-99-AGGIE).

If you did not order tickets in our Reunion block prior to June 7, you may still order tickets online at www.12thmanfoundation.com or by contacting the ticket office at 1-888-99-AGGIE depending on ticket availability. Tell them that you are attending the game in conjunction with the Class of 1988 25 Year Reunion against Rice University and they will work with you to get you as close to the block as possible.

Reunion Registration & Check In

Please register online by clicking the link at the top of the page or return this Reunion Registration Form by mail to The Association of Former Students, 505 George Bush Dr., College Station, TX 77840, ATTN: Class of '88 Reunion or by FAX 979-845-9263.

If you have questions, contact the Class Programs department at The Association of Former Students at (979) 845-7514 or e-mail one of your Class Agents.

Your name tags, schedule of events and a list of Classmates that pre-registered will be waiting for you at the Reunion Check-In desk, which will continue all weekend with a table set up at each event. A “Who’s Attending” link is provided at the top of this page and will be updated daily during the registration period.

Walk up registrations will be accommodated based on availability. Registering before the due date will ensure there is food and fun awaiting you at each event. All registrations received after August 23, 2013 will incur a $10 late fee.

Class Reunion T-shirts

Your Class Agents have paired with CC Creations to create a Reunion t-shirt that is available for you to order. You can purchase as many t-shirts as you would like by visiting http://tx.ag/88tshirt. The t-shirts are $10 each and are available for pick-up only when you are in town for the Reunion.

Attire

Your Reunion is going to be a fun, casual affair. As far as the weather, it could be hot or cold, dry or rainy—remember, it’s August in Aggieland, so it will most likely be pretty hot! So check the Weather Channel before you leave home, pack accordingly, and then still consider bringing the opposite of what they predicted!

Transportation/Maps/Parking

Transportation to all events is on your own. For Friday night, parking is available in the Downtown Bryan area - for more information, visit downtownbryan.com or murphys-law-bryan.com. The address to Murphy’s Law is 107 North Main Street, Bryan. Things may have changed on campus since your last visit.  For parking and/or campus maps visit the Transportation Services website.  Game day parking is available at the West Campus Parking Garage next to the Rec Center.  There is a $20 fee per vehicle to park in the West Campus Parking Garage on gamedays, but arrive early.  Other garage spots and spaces may be available on campus. Be sure to check with Transporation Services for more information.

Transportation Services provides a FREE “Get to the Grid” game-day express shuttle from Post Oak Mall to Kyle Field. Beginning 2-1/2 hours prior to kick-off leaving from the Post Oak Mall-Sears parking lot and running for 1 hour after the game ends from Throckmorton Street on campus.

Class Agents

Class Agents serve as a liaison between their Class and The Association. This is the perfect opportunity to get involved as a former student, stay connected to the university and help lead your Class supporting A&M. Elections are held in conjunction with your Reunions, so now is your chance!

Class Agent elections will be held after the Reunion, if needed.  The actual election will be held online to allow Classmates not in attendance the chance to vote. Your current Class Agents are willing to step down if needed or will serve again if no one else wants to serve.

For more information go to http://www.aggienetwork.com/theAssociation/agents.aspx, e-mail Class@AggieNetwork.com or call (800) 633-7514 at least 7 days prior to your Reunion to get your name on the ballot! All nominations must be received by the Reunion Registration Deadline.

Century Club Supports Reunions

Class Reunions and numerous other programs for former and current students are supported by donations to The Association of Former Students’ Century Club. Donors also receive special benefits. Join the Century Club and help make an impact on another Aggies’ life. If you wish to donate to the annual fund please click here and you will be directed to The Association's making a gift page. Levels of annual support include: Bronze - $100; Silver - $250; Gold - $500; Diamond -$1,000;Double Diamond - $2,000; Platinum - $5,000; Double Platinum - $10,000

Cancellation Policy

The Association of Former Students has a flexible cancellation policy. If you cannot attend your Reunion or an event for which you have registered, please call the Class Programs office 800-633-7514 at least 72 business hours prior to the start of the Reunion.