UTSA celebrates Homecoming 2015 "Rowdy Around the World" Nov. 2-7
Share this Story(Nov. 2, 2015) -- The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) is celebrating its annual Homecoming Week with a slate of free, public events and contests promoting university spirit. This year’s theme is “Rowdy Around the World,” chosen by students in honor of UTSA’s global impact.
Homecoming is an annual celebration of what it means to be a Roadrunner. The UTSA community is invited to take part and celebrate the university’s growth, connect with other university supporters, and take part in time-honored traditions. The festivities lead up to this year’s Homecoming football game against Old Dominion University and the recognition of the Homecoming Court on Saturday, Nov. 7.
This year also marks the 30th anniversary of the Mr. and Ms. UTSA program, which was founded in 1985. In honor of this anniversary, Mr. and Ms. UTSA title holders from years past, including the first-ever Mr. and Ms. UTSA Wayne Terry and Patricia DeBerry, and the 2015-2016 Mr. and Ms. UTSA will be recognized at the Nov. 7 game. Voting for the 2015-2016 Mr. and Ms. UTSA is Nov. 3-4 through ASAP.
Select Homecoming events include:
Monday, Nov. 2.
- 12-1 p.m., Rowdytouille: The community is invited to watch as two students release their inner-chef at the second annual Rowdytouille cooking competition. The winners will be awarded a trophy and have their dish featured as a meal in the Downtown Campus food court. This year’s special guest judges are Wayne Terry and Patricia DeBerry, the first people to hold the title of Mr. and Ms. UTSA. Location: Frio Street Building Commons, Downtown Campus.
- 7 p.m., UTSA Wild ‘N Out Student Performance: Student organizations Youth Behind Movement and Men of Honor will host a free student-led, UTSA version of the hit improv comedy show “Wild ‘N Out.” Location: University Center Retama Auditorium (UC 2.02.02), Main Campus.
Tuesday, Nov. 3.
- 7 p.m., Roadrunners Live: UTSA’s free, annual talent competition will showcase the talents of students and student organizations from across the university. Location: Convocation Center, Main Campus.
Wednesday, Nov. 4.
- 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Game Week Wednesday: The UTSA community is invited to meet and cheer on members of the UTSA Football, Volleyball and Basketball teams at a spirit rally before their respective games this week. Location: University Center Paseo, Main Campus.
- 6 p.m., UTSA Volleyball vs. Rice: The UTSA Volleyball team will face off against Rice University. Location: Convocation Center, Main Campus.
- 7:30 p.m., Comedy Night with MTV’s Wild ‘N Out: The annual UTSA Homecoming Comedy Show will feature the improv comedy stylings of Emmanuel Hudson, Shawty Shawty and Jacob Williams from MTV’s long-running TV series Wild ‘N Out. UTSA student ID is required for admittance. Location: H-E-B University Center Ballroom (HUC 1.106), Main Campus.
Friday, Nov. 6.
- 4:30 p.m., 37th Annual Best Fest: The annual Homecoming festival will feature live music, a carnival, food and drink booths, a Golf Cart Parade and the spirited Rowdy Rampage Fireworks Spectacular. Location: Convocation Center Lawns & Parking Lot BK1, Main Campus.
- 6 p.m., UTSA Volleyball vs. LA Tech: The UTSA Volleyball team will face off against LA Tech. Location: Convocation Center, Main Campus.
Saturday, Nov. 7.
- 2 – 5:30 p.m., Game Day Activities: Roadrunner football fans are invited to enjoy pre-game activities and get pumped for the evening Homecoming game against Old Dominion University beginning at noon at the Alamodome. The Spirit Walk will be at 3:30 p.m. at Sunset Station.
- 6 p.m., Homecoming Football Game: UTSA vs. Old Dominion: The UTSA Roadrunners face off against Old Dominion University at the annual Homecoming game. Location: The Alamodome.
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Events
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Virtual EventThis event will acknowledge graduating seniors from the McNair Scholars program at UTSA before inducting the new cohort of scholars into the program.
North Paseo Building (NPB 5.140), Main CampusAt this memorable celebration, UTSA graduates will be introduced one-by-one to cross the stage and accept their doctoral degrees.
Arts Building Recital Hall, Main CampusRoadrunner Walk is an event for graduating students to have a memorable walk on campus to celebrate an important milestone and their achievements. Graduates will walk along the Paseo while being celebrated by the UTSA community, friends, and family members.
Student Union Paseo, Main CampusCelebrate the accomplishments of College of Education and Human Development, College for Health, Community and Policy, College of Sciences and University College.
Alamodome, 100 Montana St.Celebrate the accomplishments of Alvarez College of Business, College of Liberal and Fine Arts and Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design.
Alamodome, 100 Montana St.
