what does the a&m stand for in texas a&m

The "A&M" in Texas A&M stands for "Agricultural and Mechanical." Originally, when the institution was founded in 1876, it was called the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas, reflecting its focus on teaching agriculture, military tactics, and mechanical arts under the Morrill Land-Grant Act. In 1963, the name was changed to Texas A&M University, but the letters "A&M" were retained as a symbolic link to the school's origins. Today, the letters no longer explicitly stand for Agricultural and Mechanical but honor the university's rich history.