(Aug. 26, 2019) – School is back in session at UTSA. Besides going to class and studying, the campus experience includes tons of fun and engaging events as part of Roadrunner Days, a 16-day celebration to guide new and returning students into a successful academic year.
>> Experience Roadrunner Days.
This year, UTSA welcomes new freshman and transfer students to Roadrunner Nation. They will take part in time-honored UTSA traditions, learn about valuable UTSA resources, meet new friends and make memories that will last a lifetime, all important foundations to enhance the exceptional student experience UTSA fosters.
Here’s what’s going on during Roadrunner Days today:
UTSA Spirit Day
All students, faculty, staff, alumni and Roadrunner families are encouraged to show their Roadrunner pride by wearing UTSA gear. Share photos in your blue and orange by using #UTSA and #UTSARRDays on social media.
Howdy Rowdy Bash Ticket and T-Shirt Pick up
8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Student Union Paseo, Main Campus
Students who purchased a ticket to Howdy Rowdy Bash can pick up their ticket and a t-shirt. They must show their UTSA ID.
VIA U-Pass Launch
9 a.m., UTSA Oval, Main Campus
UTSA kicks off its partnership with VIA. Students, faculty and staff will learn about the new way they can ride the VIA bus for free.
Free First Day of Classes Pic
11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Student Union Paseo, Main Campus
Bring your smile and Birds Up! to the Paseo and take a photo to signify the first day of classes. Share photos with family and friends via social media using #UTSA and #UTSARRDays. UTSA Involvement Ambassadors will also be handing out goodie bags and students can learn about ways to get involved on campus.
Open House: College of Public Policy
12 p.m. to 2 p.m., Durango Building Riverwalk Room (DBB 1.124), Downtown Campus
Students majoring in criminal justice, social work, demography and public administration will meet key faculty and staff in the college, learn about research opportunities and connect with other student in the college and its organizations.
University Peer Mentorship (UPM) Meet and Greet
2 p.m. to 5 p.m., Student Union Denman Room (SU 2.01.28), Main Campus
First year students enrolled in UPM will meet their First-Year Experience UPM Peer Mentor who will support and guide students academically and socially through the first year of college. At the Meet and Greet, student will connect with their peer mentor, schedule their first meeting and have their questions about college life answered.
Open House: College of Liberal and Fine Arts (COLFA)
3 p.m. to 5 p.m., McKinney Humanities Building Foyer, 2nd floor, Main Campus
COLFA students will meet key faculty and staff in the college, learn about research opportunities and connect with other student in the college and its organizations.
Get involved during Roadrunner Days and find other fall 2019 information for all Roadrunners.
Share your UTSA journey on social media using the hashtags #UTSA and #UTSARRDays.
Celebrate UTSA’s 50th Anniversary and share social media posts about the 50th using the hashtag #UTSA50.
Connect with UTSA online at Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram and LinkedIn.
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Group Spot B, John Peace LibraryEach fall and spring semester, students convene at the Main Campus at UTSA with booths, ideas and prototypes. A crowd of judges, local organizations, students, faculty and sponsors walk around and talk to the students about their projects and ask questions. Students get the real-life experience of "pitching" their project with hopes of getting funding or support to move to the next level.
UTSA Convocation Center, Main CampusJoin the doctoral candidates for the Doctoral Conferreal Ceremony and celebrate their accomplishments.
Arts Building Recital Hall, Main CampusCelebrate the graduates from the Carlos Alvarez College of Business, College of Education and Human Development, Margie and Bill Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design and University College.
AlamodomeCelebrate the graduates from the College for Health, Community and Policy, College of Liberal and Fine Arts and College of Sciences.
AlamodomeThe University of Texas at San Antonio is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service. As an institution of access and excellence, UTSA embraces multicultural traditions and serves as a center for intellectual and creative resources as well as a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property - for Texas, the nation and the world.
To be a premier public research university, providing access to educational excellence and preparing citizen leaders for the global environment.
We encourage an environment of dialogue and discovery, where integrity, excellence, respect, collaboration and innovation are fostered.
