Javelina Ring
The Javelina Ring is a special part of being a member of the Javelina Family at 91AV;M University - Kingsville. It is an honor to earn the right to own a 91AV;M University - Kingsville Ring, and an even greater honor to actually wear it.
This site is dedicated to showcasing the many aspects that make our Ring one of the best traditions that 91AV;M University - Kingsville has to offer.
The Dean of Student's Office looks forward to helping you in any way we can as you come closer to reaching this ever anticipated milestone during the 91AV;M University - Kingsville Ring Ceremony.
For Spring 2025, representatives from Balfour will be at the Javelina Campus Store on February 3, 4, and 5 from 10 AM to 4 PM to assist students in sizing and purchasing their ring. Students who order a ring through Balfour by March 7, 2025 will be guaranteed delivery of their ring by the Ring Ceremony date, scheduled for late April 2025 (more details to come). Students may also work with other vendors, and should consult with the vendor directly on production and delivery timelines.
In early 1998, a committee of students, alumni, faculty, and staff began discussing the idea of an official ring for graduates of 91AV;M University - Kingsville. After determining that there was interest in the idea, the committee heard proposals from several companies that specialize in class rings and selected one to design and manufacture the ring.
Working with a professional designer, the committee members wanted the ring to reflect symbols that represent the University's history and traditions. The symbols they chose for the Balfour Javelina Ring include:
- The school's mascot, the Javelina, because of its tenacity and devotion to the community.
- Mesquite and Cactus, because they personify our students' ability to survive and prosper; mesquite is a symbol for healing and life, and cactus is symbolic of endurance, adaptability, and hidden treasures.
- Palm trees, because of their abundance on campus and their symbolic significance of strength in the face of adversity.
- The Lone Star, because it symbolized the Great State of Texas. A light shining in the darkness, the star is often considered a symbol of truth, the spirit, and of hope.
- The two stars on the top of the ring symbolize our heritage, springing from 91AV;I University, into 91AV;M University - Kingsville.
- The beautiful tower from College Hall because of its ready recognition as a landmark on the Kingsville Campus.
Undergraduate Student Requirements
- 75 completed undergraduate credits
- Must be in good standing with the University
Graduate Student Requirements
- Must be currently enrolled
- Must be in good standing with the University
The Dean of Students and the entire Javelina Family wishes to congratulate you on all your accomplishments thus far and on reaching this important milestone in your education. Keep in mind as your ready yourself for this special occasion, there are a few steps that you will need to make prior to ordering your ring.
Please review the following steps as you get ready for that special day.
- Meet all Requirements
- Review the Styles and Prices
- While you may purchase a ring from any vendor and participate in the Javelina Ring Ceremony, each semester Balfour comes to the Javelina Bookstore on their advertised order days
- Balfour rings are shipped directly to campus, while other participants will be instructed where and when to turn in their ring in order to participate in the Javelina Ring Ceremony
- Attend the Ring Ceremony in the Fall or Spring to be presented your Ring by a campus administrator
- Celebrate with your family and friends!
- Show your Javelina Pride to the world!!