RRDays Week 1
August 16
Move In - Chaparral Village
Time: Click Link Below
Location: Chaparral Village
Move-in day is an exciting time for incoming students! The UTSA Housing and Residence Life (HRL) team looks forward to welcoming you all and helping you settle into your room! Roadrunners and their families will also be assisted by various departments and student organizations during this memorable time.
Rowdy Glow
Time: 8:00 - 10:00 pm
Location: Main Campus - Brenan Lawn (right next to the Convocation Center off of Brenan Avenue)
Get Ready to GLOW, Roadrunners!
Join us for the electrifying return of Rowdy Glow (formerly Midnight Light). Kick off the new academic year with spirit, music, and lights alongside your fellow Roadrunners. Show your UTSA pride with Rowdy, Cheer, the Spirits of the Roadrunner, and the Spirit of San Antonio Marching Band (SOSA) as we light up the night in true Roadrunner style.
August 17
Move in to COLFA
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Main Campus - McKinney Humanities Galleria
Move in to COLFA is your start to a great year! Join us for food, short information sessions, giveaways, games, and more!
Housing Block Party Bash
Time: 7:30 - 10:00 pm
Location: Main Campus - Between Blanco and Chisholm Halls
An exciting evening of fun, food, games, music, and outdoor activities! Visit interactive booths, connect with campus resources, meet fellow residents, and enjoy one of Housing's favorite community traditions. Don't miss the fun!
August 18
Get Connected: RowdyLink Basics for New Roadrunners
Time: 10:00 - 11:00 am
Location: Main Campus - H-E-B Student Union - Bexar Room
This in-person RowdyLink training is designed to help new UT San Antonio students confidently navigate the platform and get connected on campus. Participants will learn how to search for and join student organizations that match their interests, explore upcoming events and involvement opportunities, and locate and use their RowdyLink Event Pass for event check-in.
Get Involved Fair
Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Main Campus - Student Union - Paseo
If you’re looking to enhance your campus experience, stop by the Get Involved Fair! Engage with various student organizations and community partners and discover exciting opportunities to get more involved on campus.
Welcome Back Science Social with Molecular Microbiology and Immunology
Time: 1:00 - 2:30 pm
Location: Main Campus - BSE Atrium
Connect with the MMI community! Meet faculty, students, and staff in the Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology.
Fraternity and Sorority Life Informational
Time: 3:00 - 7:00 pm
Location: Main Campus - H-E-B Student Union - Ballroom
Learn more about the Fraternity and Sorority Life Community at UT San Antonio! This event is mandatory for any person who may want to pursue membership with a social fraternity|sorority at UT San Antonio during the Fall 2026 academic semester.
3:00 - 4:30 pm - Interfraternity and Panhellenic Councils
5:30 - 7:00 pm - Multicultural and National Pan-Hellenic Councils
August 19
Mindfulness Meditation Hours
Time: 9:00 am, 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, and 3:00 pm
Location: RWC 1.812
We invite you to join us for a calming guided meditation session designed to help you relax, reset, and recharge. This experience will lead you through simple breathing and mindfulness techniques perfect for reducing stress and improving focus.
Green Roadrunners Track Their Carbon Footprint
Time: 9:00 - 11:00 am
Location: Main Campus - Student Union Paseo
Come by to find out how you can be a Green 'Runner. Participate in the Sustainability Council, join us for a weekly bike ride along the Leon Greenway, volunteer for an event, or hear about our open work study positions. We won’t stop till we turn you green!
Back to School Brunch
hosted by the Honors College
Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Main Campus - GSR 1.210
Photobooth and board games, light bites & snacks*, meet-and-greet with staff, learn about the Honors College. *While they last.
Fraternity and Sorority Life Recruitment Tabling
Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Main Campus - H-E-B Student Union - FSL Store Front
Learn more about the Fraternity and Sorority Life Community at UT San Antonio! Any person who may want to pursue membership with a social fraternity|sorority at UT San Antonio during the Fall 2026 academic semester should drop by.
Art of Wellbeing
Time: 12:00 - 2:00 pm
Location: Main Campus - H-E-B Student Union The Nest (2.207)
Take a break, get creative, and boost your wellbeing with a fun, interactive experience for you to relax and recharge.
August 20
Puzzle Lounge
Time: 7:00 am - 10:00 pm
Location: Main Campus - H-E-B Student Union - Tejas Lounge (2.208)
Take a break, connect some pieces, connect with friends at the puzzle lounge. Open all day.
Mindfulness Meditation Hours
Time: 9:00 am, 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, and 3:00 pm
Location: RWC 1.812
We invite you to join us for a calming guided meditation session designed to help you relax, reset, and recharge. This experience will lead you through simple breathing and mindfulness techniques perfect for reducing stress and improving focus.
VOICES Campus Clean Up
Time: 9:00 - 11:00 am
Location: Main Campus - H-E-B Student Union - VOICES Store Front
VOICES invites the UT San Antonio community to help keep our campus beautiful while connecting with fellow Roadrunners through service.
Green Roadrunners Track Their Carbon Footprint
Time: 9:00 - 11:00 am
Location: Main Campus - Student Union - Paseo
Be a Green ’Runner - participate in the Sustainability Council, join us for a weekly bike ride along the Leon Greenway, volunteer for an event, or hear about our open work study positions. We won’t stop till we turn you green!
Snack Break with the Honors College
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Main Campus - Student Union - Window Lounge
Stop by this casual come-and-go event where you can meet the friendly Honors College staff, learn more about the exciting opportunities they offer, and enjoy a fresh cup of coffee (or tea!) paired with delicious pastries. We can't wait to see you there!
Fraternity and Sorority Life Recruitment Tabling
Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Main Campus - H-E-B Student Union - FSL Store Front
Learn more about the Fraternity and Sorority Life Community at UT San Antonio! Any person who may want to pursue membership with a social fraternity|sorority at UT San Antonio during the Fall 2026 academic semester should drop by.
Calm and Connect
Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Main Campus - H-E-B Student Union - Hidalgo Room
Calm & Connect gives students the chance to take a moment to slow down, recharge, and connect. Students can enjoy relaxing activities to support their wellbeing.
Singles Pool Tournament
Time: 2:00 - 4:00 am
Location: Main Campus - H-E-B Student Union - Roost Game Room
Show off your skills, challenge fellow Roadrunners, and compete for bragging rights in this friendly singles pool tournament at the Roost Game Room.
Mental Health Bingo
Time: 4:00 - 6:00 pm
Location: Main Campus - H-E-B Student Union - Bexar
Play a round of bingo for prizes and learn about mental health, self-care and campus wellbeing resources.
Bienvenida: Alvarez Welcome Back Mixer
Time: 5:00 -6:30 pm
Location: Main Campus - Oval
Start the semester with the Alvarez College of Business at our Welcome Back Mixer! Connect with fellow business students, meet faculty and staff, explore student organizations, and enjoy games, food, and a fun afternoon building new connections.
Sweet Treat Thursday
Time: 5:30 - 7:00 pm
Location: Main Campus - Student Involvement Center
Cool off with a popsicle, connect with fellow Roadrunners, and unwind with puzzles and games during this relaxed evening of fun and community building.
UTSA Soccer vs. Colorado College
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: Park West Athletics Complex
Watch the UTSA Soccer team beat the Colorado College Tigers!
San Antonio Missions Baseball
Time: 7:05 pm
Location: Nelson W. Wolff Municipal Stadium
Get Rowdy at a Missions baseball game! The San Antonio Missions are offering discounted box seats for UT San Antonio students. Purchase tickets in advance or show your valid UT San Antonio student ID at the box office for $10 tickets (plus tax and fees) to watch any game of your choice this week Thursday, August 20 through Sunday, August 23 against the Northwest Arkansas Naturals.
August 21
Puzzle Lounge
Time: 7:00 am - 10:00 pm
Location: Main Campus - H-E-B Student Union - Tejas Lounge (2.208)
Take a break, connect some pieces, connect with friends at the puzzle lounge. Open all day.
Mindfulness Meditation Hours
Time: 9:00 am, 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, and 3:00 pm
Location: RWC 1.812
We invite you to join us for a calming guided meditation session designed to help you relax, reset, and recharge. This experience will lead you through simple breathing and mindfulness techniques perfect for reducing stress and improving focus.
Roadrunner Days Service Projects and Community Connections
Time: 9:00 - 11:00 am
Location: Main Campus - H-E-B Student Union Ballroom
Find your place at UT San Antonio through service! Engage in simple hands-on projects, connect with local non-profits and community partners around the city, and meet fellow Roadrunners while discovering ways to give back!
Advocates in Action
Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Student Union - Window Lounge
Meet your campus advocates, grab a food care package, explore helpful UT San Antonio resources, and learn how advocacy can support you during your Roadrunner journey.
Fraternity and Sorority Life Recruitment Tabling
Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Main Campus - H-E-B Student Union - FSL Store Front
Learn more about the Fraternity and Sorority Life Community at UT San Antonio! Any person who may want to pursue membership with a social fraternity|sorority at UT San Antonio during the Fall 2026 academic semester should drop by.
Party on the Paseo
Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm
Location: Main Campus - Student Union Paseo
Kick off your weekend with Roadrunner Productions and Student Government Association at Party on the Paseo, featuring lawn games, music, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow Roadrunners.
Board Games in the Bexar
Time: 4:00 - 7:00 pm
Location: Main Campus - H-E-B Student Union - Ballroom
Whether you are a seasoned player or a complete beginner, join us for our learn-to-play tournaments featuring board games, Pokémon, One Piece, and Riftbound—where you'll get a free ready-to-play deck or set, hands-on instruction, and the chance to compete for awesome prizes!
San Antonio Missions Baseball
Time: 7:05 pm
Location: Nelson W. Wolff Municipal Stadium
Get Rowdy at a Missions baseball game! The San Antonio Missions are offering discounted box seats for UT San Antonio students. Purchase tickets in advance or show your valid UT San Antonio student ID at the box office for $10 tickets (plus tax and fees) to watch any game of your choice this week Thursday, August 20 through Sunday, August 23 against the Northwest Arkansas Naturals.
August 22
UTSA Athletics Fan Day
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Location: Convocation Center
UTSA Fan Day will feature a meet & greet and autograph opportunities, interactive fan activities, photo opportunities with the UTSA Soccer and Football conference championship and bowl trophies, appearances by UTSA Cheer and Rowdy. Fans also can enjoy free donuts while supplies last and Rowdy Campus Store will have merchandise available for purchase.
Late Night at the Rec
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Location: Campus Recreation Center
Late Night at the Rec is an awesome tradition that turns a typical information session into an exciting night of fun. It's a unique opportunity to meet new people and reconnect with old friends. This will be a night you won't want to miss!
Campus Rec
San Antonio Missions Baseball
Time: 7:05 pm
Location: Nelson W. Wolff Municipal Stadium
Get Rowdy at a Missions baseball game! The San Antonio Missions are offering discounted box seats for UT San Antonio students. Purchase tickets in advance or show your valid UT San Antonio student ID at the box office for $10 tickets (plus tax and fees) to watch any game of your choice this week Thursday, August 20 through Sunday, August 23 against the Northwest Arkansas Naturals.
