Ward Island

Ward Island is the island where the majority of TAMUCC is located. It can be accessed by Ocean Drive. The island is surrounded by Corpus Christi Bay to the North and East, and by Oso Bay to the West and South.

History
Ward island is named after John Ward, who purchased the land in 1892. In 1942 the United States government condemned Ward Island and paid out $143,406 to the island's landowners at the time and it became a restricted military zone and referred to by the Navy as "Radar Island" since it was being used as a radar training school. In 1947 the Navy left and was leased by the Baptist General Convention to establish the University of Corpus Christi. Classes at this new school began in January 1948. The school was acquired by Texas A&I in 1972 and became Corpus Christi State University. In 1993 it became Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi.

Recreation
Ward Island is home to TAMUCC Beach, a popular spot for windsurfing. Oso bay is a popular fishing spot for wade fishing due the the shallow water levels in Oso Bay.

Accessability
Ward Island can only be accessed by way of Ocean Drive. It is the only road on or off of campus. It may be accessed by pedestrians, bicycles, and by motor vehicles.