Newsletter
The Family Association Newsletter provides you with insights into UT San Antonio events, resources, opportunities, and talking points to support your student.
Highlights
Family Get Together - Time to Plan and Learn
The September Family Get Together is Tuesday, Sept. 15, from 5:30 - 7:30 pm and is an opportunity for Roadrunner families to connect and help shape upcoming Family Association programs. The meeting is in the Bexar Room on Main Campus, next to the HEB Ballroom. Let's find ways the Family Association can support those who support our Roadrunners.
We will also hear from representatives from Wellbeing Services and Student Assistance Services to learn more about supporting student mental health and wellbeing. During this meeting, we'll discuss ways parents and family members can encourage healthy habits, recognize when students may need additional support, and become familiar with the campus resources available to students and their families.
Come share your ideas, ask questions, and leave with tools to help your Roadrunner thrive.
If you are unable to make it in person, don't worry. We have a virtual option. After registration, you will receive a Zoom registration link. Once registered through Zoom, you will receive your unique meeting link by email.
Registration is now open through the Family Portal.
It's Football Season Again!
The first home football game of the year is Saturday, September 5 at 2:30 pm at the Alamodome. UTSA Football will be taking on The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. The game will be a Navy Out game, so wear your UT San Antonio navy blue and cheer on our Roadrunners to victory. For more information about the team, pre-game activities such as the Spirit Walk, or park-and-ride transportation, visit UT San Antonio Today.
Tickets are on sale now.
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and from September 7-11, Wellbeing Services will be hosting events to raise awareness and share mental health tools and resources. Students can learn about available mental health resources, learn behaviors to watch for, and ways they can support others who may be struggling.
Art of Wellbeing - Wednesday, September 9 | 12:00 pm | HSU The Nest 2.206
World Suicide Prevention Day - Thursday, September 10 | 11:00 am | SU Window Lounge
Campus Connect - Thursday, September 10 | 2:00 pm | SU Ash 2.03.06
Huddle Against Hunger Campaign Kicks Off
Football isn’t the only thing kicking off this weekend. UT San Antonio and Texas State are joining forces for Huddle Against Hunger, together, with one shared goal: 3,000 donors united against student hunger by the end of their annual game.
Starting Friday, September 4, support the Huddle Against Hunger Campaign and make a difference in the fight against student hunger.
Whether you're a parent, family member, alum, student, faculty member, or friend of a Roadrunner, your support matters. Join the huddle and help ensure Roadrunners have the resources they need to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
The Roadrunners and Bobcats will face off on the field September 12 at 2:30 pm in San Marcos’ UFCU Stadium. Let's make an impact, Roadrunner Families.
Help tackle hunger and Donate!
Career Center Hosts Career Expos
The University Career Center is hosting two Career Expos this semester. Students can take advantage of the opportunity to meet with employers who want to hire Roadrunners.
The STEM Career Expo on Wednesday, September 9, from 2:00 to 6:00 pm in the HSU Ballroom offers students and alumni the opportunity to connect with employers hiring for internships and full-time positions in STEM fields.
At the All Majors Career Expo on Wednesday, September 16, from 2:00 to 6:00 pm in the HSU Ballroom, students and alumni can connect with hiring representatives from hundreds of companies across a variety of industries.
Students can visit the Career Center website for more information.
Mobile Distribution helps fight hunger.
The UT San Antonio Roadrunner Pantry’s next mobile distribution is Friday, September 25, in the Guadalupe Hall parking lot in front of the Roadrunner Cafe from 10:00 – 11:00 am. Students can drive up, pop the trunk and let our wonderful group of volunteers load the groceries. If your student doesn’t have a vehicle, that is okay. The team will fill a cart, backpack, or wagon.
Resources and Opportunities
Involvement outside of the classroom is incredibly beneficial to a student's UT San Antonio experience and their overall wellbeing. RowdyLink is an engagement platform where students can find Information about upcoming events on campus hosted by student organizations, departments, and colleges. Students log in with their UTSAID and passphrase and connect directly with over 300 organizations on campus. Encourage your Roadrunner to find their place to get involved.
Your Roadrunner has 24/7 access to virtual health and well-being support through the TimelyCare App. With on-demand mental health and emotional support, counseling sessions, health coaching and so many more resources, support is never more than an app away. Ensure your student downloads this free resource to take with them anywhere they go.
Navigating campus is easy with the UT San Antonio Interactive Map. Your students can explore the Main, Downtown, and Health Campuses, including parking areas, on-campus housing, walking paths, and academic buildings. With live directions and location search features, they can confidently find their way and make the most of their UT San Antonio experience.
As students settle into the fall semester, make sure your student is prepared should an emergency occur. Students can receive quick updates from UT San Antonio about the type of emergency, its location and how they can protect themself through the Alerts System. To ensure these notifications reach your student, encourage them to make sure their current cell phone number is up to date in the “My UTSAAlerts” section in their myUTSA Account
Families and other campus visitors can also stay informed about any emergencies by following the UTSA or UTSA Family social media channels, reading UTSA Today, or signing up for the Emergency Notification System Alerts. Visit the Emergency Notifications for Guests to register for guest alerts.
For questions, please contact the Office of Risk and Emergency Management.
Navigating campus is easy with the UT San Antonio Interactive Map. Your students can explore the Main, Downtown, and Health Campuses, including parking areas, on-campus housing, walking paths, and academic buildings. With live directions and location search features, they can confidently find their way and make the most of their UT San Antonio experience.
Conversation Starters With Your Roadrunner
Conversation Starters:
Conversations with your Roadrunner
Students are settling into the fall semester. Between classes, work or internships, and new friendships, your Roadrunner may have plenty to update you on during your next call or video chat. Here are some topics to discuss and questions to ask.
- Do you spend time hanging out with your new roommate?
- What is the workload like for your classes? Are you learning what you expected to learn?
- Have you joined any student organizations or study groups?
- How are you meeting people?
- Have you checked out Campus Link or RowdyLink?
- What events have you attended since moving in? What were they like?
Not Yet a Member?
Join the UTSA Family Association Today!
Family Association Membership is free, and members receive:
- Priority notice to register for Family Association events
- Access to members-only student scholarships
- Networking opportunities with Roadrunner families and staff
- Email copy of the Family Association Newsletter
