Angelo State University
Home of the Rams and Rambelles, with a planetarium, a free museum and a tree-lined campus to stroll.
About Angelo State University
Angelo State University began in 1928 as San Angelo College and has been part of the Texas Tech University System since 2007. About 12,000 students study on its 268-acre campus on the west side of town, which centers on a shady pedestrian mall. For visitors it's worth a stop for the Mayer Museum, planetarium shows and Rams games.
Things to see on campus
The Mayer Museum covers natural science, art and history and is free to visit. The planetarium in the Vincent Nursing-Physical Science Building has a 50-foot dome and offers public shows.
The campus itself is pleasant to walk, especially the pedestrian mall at its center.
Game days
Angelo State competes in NCAA Division II, mostly in the Lone Star Conference. Before home football games, the LeGrand Alumni Center hosts Ram Jam, the pregame tailgate. Look for Dominic, the university's live ram mascot.
Plan your visit
- Check angelo.edu for planetarium show times and campus visitor parking.
- Pair a campus visit with the Mayer Museum.
- Restaurants near campus include several in our guide tagged "Near ASU."
Nearby and related
Mayer Museum
Dinosaurs, geology, West Texas history and traveling exhibits, free on the Angelo State campus.
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San Angelo State Park
Trails, a big lake and bison and longhorns, right on the edge of town.
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Downtown & River Walk
Shady paths, footbridges and public art along the river that runs right through downtown.
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Facts were checked in November 2026. Hours, prices and schedules change, so confirm with the official website before you go.