First Place

Jonathan Seawright
Junior, Electrical Engineering

Rec N' Wild

Third Place

Brian Miller
Senior, Arts & Technology

Rec N' Wild

University Convocation

4–5 p.m.
Activity Center Gym

The official welcome ceremony and celebration for all incoming freshmen and transfer students.

Sponsored by the Office of Undergraduate Education

Welcome Back BBQ

5–7 p.m.
Chess Plaza

Join us on the Chess Plaza for music, dancing and great food.

Sponsored by Student Engagement/Dean of Students

 

 

Breakfast Bonanza

8–9 a.m.
Various Locations

Need some energy for your first day of class? Stop by a participating office for breakfast treats and giveaways.

 

Beat the Heat with a Treat

1–3 p.m.
Plinth

School may be starting, but the summer heat is still here. Join Career Center staff on the Mall, and beat the August heat with a cool ice cream treat.

Sponsored by the Career Center

 

Fajita Feed

5–7 p.m.
Plinth

Tortillas, peppers, onions, oh my!  Join us for a Tex-Mex treat on the campus Mall.

Sponsored by the UT Dallas Baptist Student Ministry

 

 

Comets Got Talent

7–8:30 p.m.
Davidson Auditorium (JSOM 1.113)

Watch as your classmates compete for the title of Most Talented Comet on Campus.

For information or assistance with video auditions, contact Nick Hinojosa nick.hinojosa@utdallas.edu or call 972-883-4646.

Sponsored by the Naveen Jindal School of Management and UTD-TV

 

 

Salsa Night

9–11 p.m.
SU Galaxy Rooms

Kick of the semester at Salsa Night.
Join us for a free salsa lesson and a live DJ Latin dance party.

Sponsored by the Multicultural Center

 

Eat and Greet

10–11 a.m.
Green Hall, Fourth Floor North Hallway Study Lounge

Meet the student leaders, dean and faculty from the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences while enjoying a tasty mid-morning snack.

Sponsored by the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences

 

 

Student Government Ice Cream Cart

11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
Various Locations

Beat the heat with a summertime treat from Student Government. Watch for the mobile ice cream cart making its way across campus.

Sponsored by Student Government

 

 

NACHO Typical Success Center

1–3 p.m.
Various Locations

Build your own nachos, knock back an ice cold mock-a-rita, grab some free loot, mingle with the Student Success Center staff.

Sponsored by the Student Success Center

 

Root Beer Floats

5–6 p.m.
The Pub Patio

Enjoy a refreshing root beer float. The first 500 attendees will receive a commemorative UT Dallas Welcome Week mug.

Sponsored by the Student Union

 

Sex Bowl

6–8 p.m.
Galaxy Rooms

Be part of the 15th annual UT Dallas Sex Bowl—a battle of the sexes where teams of men and women compete to determine the superior sex. There’ll be food, prizes and a limited number of coveted Sex Bowl T-shirts.

Sponsored by the Student Wellness Center

 

Silent Disco

9 p.m.–12 a.m.
Activity Center Main Gym

Join us for Silent Disco, where dance music is transmitted through wireless headphones. If you enjoy people watching, Silent Disco is your paradise!

Sponsored by Recreational Sports

 

Senior Breakfast

9–10:30 a.m.
SU Galaxy Rooms

Seniors, kick off your year with a special breakfast just for you. Mingle with other seniors, get info about the Senior Year Experience, enjoy breakfast and get your free senior T-shirt.

Sponsored by Student Transitions Programs

 

 

Cometville Carnival

11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Student Union Mall

Cometville Carnival is a showcase of student organizations and departments on campus, featuring cool treats, a T-shirt swap and giveaways!

Rain location: Activity Center Gym

Sponsored by the Student Organization Center

 

EPPS-travaganza

1–3 p.m.
Outdoors, North Side of Green Hall

Come out for your chance to dunk the EPPS dean, and enjoy water slides, food, prizes and more.

Sponsored by the School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences

 

Get STEM’d

4–6 p.m.
Founders, Second Floor Atrium

Join the School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics for an afternoon of science and fun.  Enter your name for a chance to win a prize. Cookies and refreshments provided.

Sponsored by the School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics

 

Greek Chill

6–8 p.m.
Plinth

Join Fraternity and Sorority Life for Ben & Jerry’s ice cream, music and fun. Open to the entire campus.

Sponsored by Fraternity and Sorority Life

 

Comet Comedy Show

8–10 p.m.
University Theatre

Sit back and relax as SUAAB and the School of Arts and Humanities present stand-up comedy, magic and spoken word in this special comedic variety show.

Sponsored by SUAAB and the School of Arts and Humanities

 

 

Poker Tournament

8 p.m.–1 a.m.
Galaxy Rooms

Join in a poker tournament featuring prizes such as electronics and video game systems. Food and drinks provided. Space is limited, so arrive early.

Sponsored by the Student Union

Cereal Bar

9–10:30 a.m.
First Floor, Student Union

Did you know cereal grains are grown in greater quantity and provide more food energy worldwide than any other crop?  We didn’t either; we just know they’re delicious. Join us for everyone’s favorite breakfast.

Sponsored by Student Leadership Programs

 

Lunch on I.S.

11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
Lobby, Hoblitzelle Hall

Enjoy hot dogs and ice cold drinks and find out what Interdisciplinary Studies is all about. Mingle with faculty and staff, and don’t miss the raffle for a chance to win some awesome gift cards.

Sponsored by the School of Interdisciplinary Studies

 

 

Rec N’ Wild

2–5 p.m.
Softball Field No. 2

Summers are hot in Texas, so cool off at Rec ‘n Wild. Enjoy water games, sports, snacks and more.

Sponsored by Recreational Sports and Fraternity and Sorority Life

 

Comet Beach Luau

7–9 p.m.
Phase 8 Pool

Kick off the new school year luau style. We’ll have Hawaiian cuisine, games and hula dancers. Be sure to wear your favorite Hawaiian outfit.

Sponsored by Residential Life

Dive In Movie: The Hunger Games

9–11 p.m.
Phase 8 Pool

Join us as we watch The Hunger Games, and come dressed as your favorite Tribute for a chance to win prizes. Popcorn and drinks provided.

Sponsored by Residential Life

 

 

 

More fun ahead...

 

Thursday, Sept. 6

Experience Dallas
Nasher Sculpture Center & Crow Asian Art Exhibit

Spots for this event are now filled.

Sponsored by the Dean of Students Office

 

Saturday, Sept. 8

Texas Party

Sept. 8, 7–10 p.m.
Student Union

It’s a party as big as the Lone Star State!  Enjoy a live band, bull riding and a midway full of games, prizes and food. Learn how to line dance, and find out all there is to know about Texas culture.

Sponsored by the International Student Services Office