About Texas Independence Day Events
In 1900, the Ex-Students Association (Texas Exes) adopted a resolution which states: "Whenever two Texas Exes shall meet on March 2, they all shall sit and break bread and pay tribute to the institution that made their education possible."
March 2nd holds special significance as the day that commemorates the founding of The University of Texas. Established through the Texas Constitution of 1876, the university was envisioned as a “university of the first class,” dedicated to the promotion of literature, the arts, sciences, and more. This day serves as a celebration of the foresight and vision that led to the creation of one of the nation’s leading institutions of higher education.
For Texas Exes around the world, Texas Independence Day is a moment to reflect on the university’s rich history and its enduring impact. It’s a time to come together, honor the legacy of the university’s founding, and recognize the role The University of Texas has played in shaping both the state of Texas and the lives of its alumni. Texas Exes TID celebrations are an expression of pride in the state of Texas, which had the foresight to establish a “university of the first class” in the Texas constitution. Texas Exes TID events are not celebrations of Texas’ independence from Mexico.
The Benefits of TID Participation
1.Highlights the University of Texas and Texas Exes all over the country and the world.
2. Showcases the positive impact that your chapter/network members are making within your community.
3. Engages new alumni that may not have previously been involved with the chapter/network.
4. Advocate for Higher Education
5. Student Scholarship Fundraising
Handbooks/Guides:
Texas Independence Day Handbook 2025
This handbook is designed to guide you through planning a successful Texas Independence Day Celebration. Every chapter’s event can look different as some use this as their largest scholarship fundraiser of the year while others have social events which vary from big celebrations to happy hours.
Texas Independence Day Event Ideas
This guide has virtual and in-person TID event activity ideas.
Texas Independence Day Social Graphics:
Texas Independence Day Social Graphic- Facebook
Texas Independence Day Social Graphic (1)
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Texas Independence Day Social Graphic (3)
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