Events

Upcoming Events

Virtual Coffee Chat

Thursday, May 15, 2025, 11:30am-12:30pm | Teams

What is Staff Senate and how can you get involved? Learn more from Staff Senators about our activities, how we advocate for you, and how to get involved while we hear what thoughts you have to share with us at the next Virtual Coffee Chat. We will focus on the Summer 2025 elections process. Coffee consumption is not required!

Register for the Virtual Coffee Chat to receive an invite and link

Great Staff Appreciation

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 | 11:30am-1:30pm | HSU Ballrooms

Held every spring, this event celebrates UTSA's 2,600+ staff members and their many contributions to the university. This event is made possible through generous sponsorship by the Office of the Vice President for Business Affairs, the Office of the President, and Alumni Programs.

Join UTSA Staff Senate as we celebrate the impact you have on our university as you enjoy free food, door prizes, and a photo booth.

Lego of Stress with Staff Senate

Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 11:30am-1:00pm | Main Campus, Student Union 2.01.24 - Mesquite

Join us on your lunch or 30 minute wellness break and "Lego" of your stress with fun activities like Legos, PlayDoh, coloring pages, puzzles and more!

Register on RowdyLink to get the calendar invite!

Past Events

Window Wars

Homecoming Week | Fall 2025 Dates TBD

SHOW OFF YOUR UTSA SPIRIT, PRIDE AND TRADITION IN THE 2024 WINDOW WARS

Decorate your physical office, virtual space and/or windows for a chance to win this year's UTSA Window Wars. To be considered, complete the following by Wednesday, October 16 at noon: (1) submit the form on RowdyLink; (2) decorate and photograph your space; and (3) submit two photos via email to UTSAStaffSenate@utsa.edu. Two winners will be selected: one for physical spaces and one for virtual spaces. Winners will be announced at BestFest on Friday, October 18.

Judging is based on the overall spirit/theme (50%), originality (25%), and artistic quality (25%).

Touchdowns for Tuition

Saturday, November 2, 2024, 11:00am | Alamodome

Support fellow staff members pursuing their degrees at the university while attending a Roadrunners Football game through the Touchdowns for Tuition program!

Watch the UTSA Roadrunners at the Alamodome in a special section reserved for our outstanding staff. By purchasing your ticket through Senate, a portion of the proceeds will go toward the UTSA Staff Senate Annual Scholarship.

Hearts of Appreciation

Thursday-Friday, February 13-14, 2025, 11:00am-2:00pm | Various Locations

Thursday, February 13th – Student Union, First Floor, Window Lounge
Thursday, February 13th – Downtown, Frio Street Common area
Friday, February 14th – JPL, 1st floor hallway, next to Starbucks Coffee

Do you know a staff member or department that has gone out of their way to make UTSA a special place? UTSA employees can share their love and appreciation for these amazing members of our staff community by participating in our Hearts of Appreciation Fundraiser. Stop by our table, choose a donation option, and shout out specific staff by filling out paper hearts! Donations support staff pursuing their degrees at UTSA through the UTSA Staff Senate Scholarship.

Rowdy Games

Saturday, March 22, 2025, 8:00 to 11:30am | UTSA Rec Center

Rowdy Games is a great way for staff to build team camaraderie while showing off athletic abilities.

Participants engage in team sports - such as basketball, dodgeball, volleyball, pickleball, and cornhole - as well as individual activities like walking, yoga, and games. All skill levels are welcome.

UTSA Giving Day: Cornhole for a Cause

Tuesday and Wednesday, April 1-2, 2025, 11:30am-2:00pm | Rowdy Statue or Sombrilla

On Tuesday, April 1, and Wednesday, April 2, between 11:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., play a quick game of cornhole in front of the Sombrilla Fountain on Main Campus to support the UTSA Staff Senate Scholarship. For every minimum of $5 made, you get three chances to sink a bean bag and enter your name into a drawing to win prizes. The winners will be announced at the end of the Giving Day.