New Mexico State University`s teams are called the Aggies, a nickname derived from the university`s agricultural beginnings. The mascot is known as “Pistol Pete”. NMSU`s colors are crimson and white. The Aggies compete in the Western Athletic Conference in all men`s and women`s sports except football, in which the Aggies are a member of the Sun Belt Conference.[3] The current athletic director is Mario Moccia, who has held the position since January 2015