Paint the A
Saturday, August 25, 2012, 08:00 AM
Moby Arena and the "A"

Take part in an annual tradition dating back to 1923 - join us as we Paint the ‘A’.

Join the Tradition this Saturday!

Details and Registration

Our tradition of painting the 'A' white began in 1924 and it continues as a tradition today - thanks to the Student Alumni Associates and the College of Agricultural Sciences.

About the 'A'

• The 'A' stands for Aggies, in honor of the University’s former name (Colorado State College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts).
• Construction of the first 'A' took place December 12, 1923. It took six hours to complete. The following fall the dimensions were expanded to its current size of 450 feet high by 210 feet wide.
• The land used to construct the 'A' was leased to the University on a long-term basis for $1.
• The 'A' serves as an aerial landmark - pilots can see it from as far as 60 miles out.
• During Ram Welcome, freshman hike to the 'A' and leave a small white pebble as a symbol of the impact she/he will have on the University.
• The 'A' is painted with non-toxic white paint that is checked and deemed environmentally sound by CSU's Environmental Health Services department.

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Event Contact: Lindsay Sell can be reached at (970) 491-6533

Sponsored by the Alumni Association.