New students begin their UTSA journey at Convocation

More than 7,000 new students expected to take part in yearly tradition

(Aug. 22, 2016) — Today, more than 7,000 new Roadrunners will come together to take the first steps of their higher education journey. Convocation is the opening sentence of a UTSA story that is bookended by commencement and the receipt of life-changing degrees.

The UTSA community is invited to stop by the Convocation Center to welcome all the new first-time freshmen and transfer students who’ve chosen to make UTSA their home for the next four years.

These new students will learn what it means to be a UTSA Roadrunner. They’ll hear from UTSA President Ricardo Romo and other university and student leaders. They’ll be introduced to some of UTSA’s many traditions, like the Roadrunner Creed, the UTSA Fight Song and the UTSA Alma Mater.

As a special treat, for the first time, the Class of 2020 will gather on the Recreation Field Complex to take an official class photo.

Convocation is mandatory for all incoming freshmen. Transfer students are also encouraged to attend to make the most of their introduction to UTSA life. Due to the large number of students expected this year, two convocation ceremonies will be held.

UTSA Playfair takes place parallel to the convocation ceremonies at the UTSA Recreation and Wellness Center. It is a team-building experience designed to immerse students in UTSA’s vibrant student life. During these sessions, UTSA students learn about student organizations, play a variety of games and are given the opportunity to forge new friendships. Students will alternate between PlayFair and Convocation.

After Convocation, students also will have the opportunity to learn and become better connected to the college where their intended major is housed at 2016 Explore Your Major.

Monday, Aug. 22 schedule

10-11 a.m. — Convocation (New students with last names beginning with A-L)
10-11:30 a.m. — PlayFair (New students with last names beginning with M-Z)

11 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Convocation Luncheon (For students attending Convocation ceremonies only)
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. — New Transfer Student Luncheon (All transfer students)
12:30-1:30 p.m. — Class of 2020 Photo

1:30-2:30 p.m. — Convocation (New students with last names beginning with M-Z)
1:15-2:30 p.m. — PlayFair (New students with last names beginning with A-L)

3-4:30 p.m. — Explore Your Major

- Jesus Chavez

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About UTSA Roadrunner Days
The official kick-off of the new academic year, UTSA Roadrunner Days, runs Aug. 19-28 with themed events at the Main and Downtown campuses. The events and activities give students an opportunity to take part in time-honored UTSA traditions and connect with UTSA resources.

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Events

Thursday, May 2, 3:00 p.m.

Religious Freedom IS Reproductive Freedom

The Secular Student Alliance is proud to present guest speaker Dave Troiano, Board Secretary for the Greater Houston Chapter Americans United for Separation of Church and State. This event will emphasize how reproductive health care is intertwined with separation of church and state.

Student Union, Willow (2.02.12)

Friday, May 3, 11:30 a.m.

McNair Scholars' Spring Celebration

This 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 Campus

Wednesday, May 15, 6:00 p.m.

Doctoral Conferral Ceremony

At 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 Campus

Thursday, May 16, 3:00 p.m.

Roadrunner Walk

Roadrunner 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 Campus

Friday, May 17, 10:00 a.m.

Commencement: Ceremony One

Celebrate 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.

Friday, May 17, 4:30 p.m.

Commencement: Ceremony Two

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.

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