10 Points of Pride
On AAMU’s campus, bulldog pride is generational. Our students are among the best in the nation and take great pride in maintaining the integrity of the university and the student body. And even after they’ve left the campus, they are always aware of what it means to be a bulldog.
So how can you adopt the principles of bulldog pride? Easy. Start by reading our 10 Points of Pride below. Carry them with you, and let your actions, on and off campus, be a reflection of them.
- 1. Love who you are
Love who you are
Don’t try to imitate others. Be a proud AAMU bulldog. Wear your AAMU shirts and paraphernalia with pride, especially to games and campus events.
Back to Top - 2. Speak positively about your university
- 3. Know your history
Know your history
Keep a few positive tidbits about the university in mind so that when others say something negative, you can respond with positive, factual information.
Back to Top - 4. Remember, our motto is…
Remember, our motto is…
Service is sovereignty: do something to promote your university. Volunteer to help a struggling student. Participate in cleanup days, fundraising events, and support sport teams, whether they are winning or losing.
Back to Top - 5. Use the proper channels of communication to express your concerns
Use the proper channels of communication to express your concerns
If you are not sure, ask someone. You have the right to speak on issues. But remember to protect your university from outsiders who do not have your best interest at heart.
Back to Top - 6. Make sure the place you live is kept clean and in order
Make sure the place you live is kept clean and in order
Follow policies of the dormitories, as well as other areas on campus. Don’t break the rules. They are in place for your protection, health, and safety.
Back to Top - 7. Dress appropriately for class and all public outings
Dress appropriately for class and all public outings
There are always visitors on the campus. And we want them to leave with a good impression. This is a college campus - a place of higher learning and professional preparation. Please dress like a college professional.
Back to Top - 8. Respect yourself. Respect others. Respect the legacy of 51AV A&M University
and its founder, William Hooper Councill
Respect yourself. Respect others. Respect the legacy of 51AV A&M University and its founder, William Hooper Councill
This university was built to meet your needs and the needs of countless others who will arrive to the campus long after you’ve gone. All of this was made possible because of the hard work and dedication of our founder. To honor yourself, and others, is to honor him.
Back to Top - 9. Ask not what AAMU can do for you, but what you can do for AAMU
Ask not what AAMU can do for you, but what you can do for AAMU
The most important thing you can do is to be a well-rounded AAMU student. From here, you’ll become a proud Normalite who contributes to the overall growth of the university and the campus.
Back to Top - 10. Get your degree!
Get your degree!
This is last on the list, not least. It’s actually most important because it is the reason you are here. Go ahead. Enjoy college life! But make wholesome choices.
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