HBCU Varsity Signature Series - Texas Southern University

“Ash and Ambition: Legacy Forged in Fiber.” The Story Woven in Every Stitch This hat is more than apparel—it’s a wearable narrative woven into the storied legacy of Texas Southern University (TSU). Since its founding in 1927, TSU has stood as a pillar of transformation in Houston’s Third Ward, a sanctuary of Black brilliance, resilience, and community uplift.  From segregationist origins as Houston Colored Junior College to becoming a force for social change—with students instrumental in sparking Houston’s first sit-ins and forging paths for generations of leaders—TSU’s history is one of triumph in the face of adversity.  Its motto, “Excellence in Achievement,” continues to echo in every lecture hall and rallying cry across campus.  The Ash/Black color flip design reinterprets TSU’s iconic maroon and gray through an elevated, modern lens: Ash Wool Crown — A muted shade that speaks to the quiet strength of TSU’s enduring mission, resilient like the worn stone steps of its historic buil