(Dec. 11, 2018) – It’s the moment every UTSA student strives to achieve. After years of studying, researching and learning, more than 4,200 UTSA graduates will be eligible to cross the stage and receive their degrees at Fall Commencement this Sunday, Dec. 16 at the Alamodome.
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Graduates of the College of Architecture, Construction and Planning, College of Business, College of Education and Human Development and College of Public Policy will participate in the first ceremony beginning at 10 a.m.
At 4 p.m., the second ceremony will be held to honor graduates from the College of Engineering, College of Liberal and Fine Arts, College of Sciences and the University College.
Arcilia Acosta, president and CEO of CARCON Industries and Construction, founder and CEO of Southwestern Testing Laboratories and a member of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, will deliver the keynote address at both ceremonies.
Every Roadrunner will cross the stage with a compelling story of perseverance. Jessica Le is a first-generation student and a young mother who persisted to defy the odds. Her humble background led her from Vietnam to Texas and ultimately to UTSA, where she’s now conquering the world of cybersecurity.
“At UTSA, I discovered my passion for growing and helping others grow; I realized there was nothing more meaningful than to pursue a life of development and betterment,” said Lee. “My journey at UTSA allowed me to do what I truly love: helping others.”
Rambod Agharokh Aznavaleh will be receiving his B.A. in biology with a concentration in neurobiology. He says his experiences at UTSA taught him more than just the science of the nervous system.
“Attending UTSA has made me cognizant of social and political issues, understanding and open to viewpoints of varying disciplines, and made me an all-around better person,” said Aznavaleh. “I could not be more thankful.”
During Commencement, guests will notice graduates, President Taylor Eighmy and other UTSA faculty wearing different academic regalia. Learn the significance of the various robes, hoods and tassels. UTSA has also several unique Commencement traditions that make a statement during the ceremonies.
Fall 2018 graduates are encouraged to arrive two hours prior to their ceremony for check-in, located on the ground level of the Alamodome. Family and friends are also welcome. All Roadrunners and their families and friends are encouraged to share their Commencement experience on social media using #UTSA and #UTSAGrad18.
This fall’s graduating class will bring UTSA’s alumni network to 126,000 Roadrunners strong.
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Huddle Against Hunger is a fundraising competition with Texas State that benefits our Roadrunner Pantry. Donations this week will help UTSA earn additional prize monies provided by RBFCU.
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