What does the Texas Aggies 'gig 'em' mean?

Bevo: The longhorn is the mascot for the University of Texas, but the steer was not named until six Aggies stole him in February 1917. UT officials wanted to .... Fish Camp: Orientation camp for incoming freshman where they learn about A&M traditions and what it means to be an Aggie. read more

Gig 'em: The hand sign is a closed fist with a thumb up. The hand sign tradition got its start in 1930 at a Yell Practice before a game against TCU."Pinky" Downs, class of 1906, was a member of the A&M Board of Regents and gave a speech, asking the Aggies what they were going to do to the Horned Frogs. read more

But even more than that, Gig ‘em signals optimism, determination, loyalty, and the Aggie Spirit. Good Bull “Good Bull” is a phrase used to describe anything that embraces or promotes the Aggie Spirit or the traditions of Texas A&M. read more

Aggies today will often end public addresses and emails to other Aggies with a hearty "Thanks and Gig 'em!". The term "Gig 'em" was used at least by 1922 by the student body. The "Gig 'em" hand signal tradition began at a 1930 Midnight Yell Practice held before the football game against the Texas Christian University Horned Frogs. read more