Get ready for a fun filled week of Bronc Celebration!
From Sundaes on Monday to a Park Your Party Tailgate filled with activities on Saturday, Homecoming Week 2012 promises to be fun for all ages. Review the daily schedule and plan your week so you won′t miss a minute of Bronc fun!
February
Is your office the most spirited on campus? Now is your chance to prove it! Celebrate Homecoming 2012 with your office by participating in the UTPA Office Decorating Contest. Sign up to participate by Monday, February 6th, 2012. For more information or special accommodations, please contact the Office of the Dean of Students at (956) 665-2260.
Date of Event:Decorating begins February 6th-13th. Judging takes place Tuesday, February 14th
Location of Event:UTPA Main Campus participating offices
Time of Event:All week event
Participants:UTPA departmental offices
Show your Bronc pride across the UTPA campus! Yard art is a billboard contest sponsored by the University Program Board celebrating the Homecoming 2012 theme. The first 10 student organizations to sign up will decorate an 8x16 ft. board in various locations around campus. For more information, send an email to upb@utpa.edu.
Date of Event: February 6th – 13th installation; Judging takes place Monday, February 13th
Location of Event: UTPA Main Campus
Time of Event: All day
Participants: Current UTPA Student Organizations
The ThinkFast Challenge is a multi-award winning, totally interactive, audience-response trivia game show. Its special recipe is simple; in addition to an energetic host and elaborate staging, an entertaining mixture of audio and video clips are integrated with trivia relating to current events, popular TV shows, movies, and current pop music. ThinkFast is a high-action, high-speed game and participants are encouraged to contribute their energy to win cool prizes! For more information, send an email to upb@utpa.edu.
Date of Event: February 13th
Location of Event: Student Union Theater
Time of Event: 7-8:30 p.m.
Participants: Current UTPA Student Participation; General Public Audience is welcomed
Show your Bronc pride! All student organizations are invited to get creative and paint a window at the Student Union. Prizes will be awarded to the top three organizations. Sign up to participate by Wednesday, February 8th. For more information, please call the Student Union office at (956) 665-7989. All Broncs are invited to visit the Student Union during the week to see the works of art.
Location of Event: Student Union
Participants: Current UTPA Student Organizations
Go Green and White! Get your car decorated for Homecoming Week by the UTPA Cheer and Dance Team. For special accommodations, call (956) 665-3061.
Date of Event: February 13th
Location of Event: Parking Lot A near the Student Union parking meters
Time of Event: 12 - 2 p.m.
Participants: General Public
Add some spirit sprinkles to your sundae on Monday! Current students are invited to join us for free ice cream at the Student Union. For more information, call the Student Union office at (956) 665-7989.
Date of Event: February 13th
Location of Event: Student Union
Time of Event: Noon until supplies last
Participants: Current UTPA Students
February
The Spirit Patrol is back on duty in time for Homecoming catching (photographing) those students showing their school spirit. Bucky is also on the prowl looking for culprits not supporting UTPA. He is out there and looking for you! Spot Bucky and take a picture at various locations around campus.
Date of Event: February 14th
Location of Event: UTPA Main Campus
Participants: Current UTPA Students
Join us for a fusion of comedy and poetic rhythms that bring inspiration and humor into a new art form. CoMeTrY is a thought provoking form of entertainment that makes you learn and laugh at life and its lessons. For more information, call the Student Union office at (956) 665-7989.
Date of Event: February 14th
Location of Event: Student Union Theatre
Time of Event: 7 p.m.
Participants: Current UTPA Students and General Public
WRSC welcomes alumni and students to participate in the “All You've Got Volleyball” Co-Rec Volleyball Tournament on Tuesday, February 14th. Bring your team of six for a 6-on-6 Co-Rec game or you can sign up as an individual and be placed on a team. This event is a great opportunity for the UTPA community to take advantage of everything the WRSC has to offer. Prizes will be given! For more information, call (956) 665-7808.
Date of Event: February 14th
Location of Event: Wellness and Recreational Sports Complex
Time of Event: Registration 4:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.; Tournament Games 5-7 p.m.
Participants: Current UTPA Students and WRSC Members
February
Wanna dance to turn your body into a fat burning machine? Dance your pants off with a fusion of Hip Hop, Latin rhythms, Reggaeton, African dance and more!! Come by the UTPA Ballroom on Wednesday, February 15th and get movin'! For more information, call (956) 665-7808.
Date of Event: February 15th
Location of Event: UTPA Ballroom
Time of Event: noon-1 p.m..
Participants: Students and WRSC Members
Join us in celebrating student leadership over the past years. Come back to campus to reminisce with longtime UTPA student organization advisers, administrators, and fellow Bronc alumni.
Date of Event: February 15th
Location of Event: University Center Circle - UTPA Main Campus
Time of Event: 5-8 p.m.
Participants: Current Student Organization Members and Alumni Members
The future of live entertainment and comedic hypnosis is here... and his name is SAILESH! SAILESH has built his unique brand with the art of live entertainment to bring you one wondrous show. Performing 5 to 6 shows every week around the USA, Canada, and Europe, SAILESH is greeted as THE PREMIERE HYPNOTIST by organizations all over the world. SAILESH has been dubbed by many, "SAILESH: The World's Best Hypnotist." His live performances have been described as a cross between the best frat party you've ever been to and a live concert. SAILESH's show takes audience members on a fantastical journey using hypnosis, improvisation, music and interactivity to create a whole lot of laughter and fun.
Date of Event: February 15th
Location of Event: Student Union Theatre
Time of Event: 8 p.m.
Participants: Current UTPA Students and General Public
February
Do you have what it takes to be the next Bronc Idol? Showcase your singing talent at the 2nd Annual Bronc Idol. Deadline to sign up is Wednesday, February 1st. Registration forms available at the Office of Career Services in the Student Services Building, Room 2.101. For more information, call (956) 665-2243.
Date of Event: February 16th
Location of Event: Student Union Theatre
Time of Event: noon-1 p.m.
Participants: Current UTPA Students
Come support the dean of your college as they battle each other in a free throw contest during halftime at the Broncs Men's basketball game. In addition to recognizing the winning college in the free throw competition, prizes will be given to the college that brings the most fans to the game!
Tip-off is at 7 p.m. as the Broncs face the New Jersey Institute of Technology Highlanders... For ticket information, visit www.utpabroncs.com - Students, faculty and staff get in free.
Date of Event: February 16th
Location of Event: : UTPA Fieldhouse
Time of Event: 7 pm
Participants: General Public
ARE YOU UP FOR THE CHALLENGE??!! The University Program Board is proud to sponsor the annual Bronc Olympics, which includes a series of games and competitions on the Quad. Build your team of six people or more who will battle for prizes and the title of Bronc Olympics 2012 Champion. The results will be lots of laughs, team building, and above all, lots of fun. Warning this could get messy, so be sure to bring comfortable clothes
Date of Event: February 16th
Location of Event: Quad
Time of Event: 4-7 p.m.
Participants: Current UTPA Students
February
Dance the night away at UTPA's Annual Coronation Ball. Join us as we congratulate the winners of Bronc Olympics and Yard Art. The evening will culminate in the official presentation of the Homecoming King and Queen and their Royal Court.
Date of Event: February 17th
Location of Event: UTPA Ballroom
Time of Event: 8 p.m.- Midnight
Participants: General Public
Estate planning isn't just for the wealthy or the elderly. It's for individuals in various stages of life who want to plan ahead for themselves and for the people and things they leave behind.
The UTPA Foundation wants to help ensure that your estate - no matter how large or small - benefits the family and friends, programs and projects that are important to you. To reserve your seat, for more information or for special accommodations, please call 956/665-5301.
Date of Event: February 17th
Location of Event: College of Education, 3rd Floor EDUC3.204 "Borderlands" Room
Time of Event: 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Participants: UT Pan American Alumni, Staff and Faculty
Get loud and wear green! Show your Bronc pride by joining the Broncs and Bucky for a Spirit Rally on Friday, February 17th. For more information, call the Athletics Office at (956) 665-2221.
Date of Event: February 17th
Location of Event: UTPA Quad
Time of Event: 12-1 pm
Participants: All UTPA Students, Faculty, and Staff
Come “Grab Life By The Ball” on Friday, February 17th at the WRSC. Grab a few friends and come out for dodgeball fun and good spirited competition. Bring your team of six for a 6-on-6 Co-Rec game or you can sign up as an individual and be placed on a team. Prizes will be given! For more information, call (956) 665-7808.
Date of Event: February 17th
Location of Event: Wellness and Recreational Sports Complex
Time of Event: Registration 4:30 p.m.-5 p.m.; Tournament Games 5-7 p.m.
Participants: Students and WRSC Members
Plan to spend an elegant evening with fellow alumni and friends Friday, February 17th during Homecoming Weekend. Enjoy cocktails, dining and dancing till midnight as we honor outstanding alums and devoted friends of UT Pan American. For ticket information, visit www.utpa.edu/alumni or call (956) 665-2500.
Date of Event: February 17th
Location of Event: Health and Physical Education II(HPE II) Building
Time of Event: 6:30 p.m.-Midnight
Participants: General Public
February
Get to know your fellow Alumni Chapter. Celebrating Broncs in the areas of San Antonio, Houston, Austin and the RGV, join us in talking about the wonderful qualities of being a lifelong Bronc. For more information, call (956) 665-2500.
Date of Event: February 18th
Location of Event: Alumni Center
Time of Event: 9-11 a.m.
Participants: UTPA Alumni Association Chapter Members
Class of 1962 we are looking for you. Golden Broncs of the class of 1961 and earlier want to welcome you to the 50+ club. Enjoy lunch and a walk down memory lane. For more information or to purchase tickets, call (956) 665-2500.
Date of Event: February 18th
Location of Event: Health and Physical Education II(HPE(II) Building
Time of Event: 11:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.
Participants: Bronc Alumni and General Public
Park your Party and get ready to Tailgate! Join us for some Bronc fun! Activities are planned for all ages. Bring your favorite tailgating food and non-alcoholic beverages and mingle with your fellow Broncs. For more information, call (956) 665-2500. The University will designate a sanctioned area at the Tailgate for selling and consumption of alcoholic beverages. Possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited outside the sanctioned area. Possession and/or consumption of alcohol by minors is illegal and prohibited by law.
Location of Event: Parking Lot F- UTPA Main Campus
Time of Event: 3-7 p.m.
Participants: General Public
Does your band have what it takes to rock? Sign up for the Battle of the Bands hosted by University Program Board. Bring your groupies to cheer you on. For more information on band registration, contact the University Program Board at upb@utpa.edu.
Date of Event: February 18th
Location of Event: Parking Lot F - UTPA Main Campus
Time of Event: 4-6 p.m. Performance Time
Participants: General Public
Cruise on over and find the car that represents your time as a Bronc. Hosted by the UTPA Alumni Association, the UTPA Car Show highlights vehicles from each decade. For more information call (956)665-2500.
Date of Event: February 18th During Bronc Madness Tailgate
Location of Event: Parking Lot F - UTPA Main Campus
Time of Event: 3-7 p.m.
Participants: General Public
Get your game face on at the UTPA Cheerleading booth and don't forget to decorate your own megaphone to cheer on the Broncs. Hosted by the UTPA Cheer Squad.
Date of Event: February 18th during Bronc Madness Tailgate
Location of Event: Parking Lot F - UTPA Main Campus
Time of Event: 3-7 p.m.
Participants: General Public
Tip-off is at 7 p.m. so get ready to show your Bronc pride as the UTPA Men's Basketball team faces off against Chicago State University. For ticket information, visit www.utpabroncs.com.
Date of Event: February 18th
Location of Event: UTPA Fieldhouse
Time of Event: 7 p.m.
Participants: General Public
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