The University of Texas at Arlington

EVENTS SCHEDULE

Thursday, Feb. 9, 2012

• Residence Hall Decorating Contest Show your Maverick pride by decking the halls in blue and orange.
• Paint your Ride with Maverick Pride Arlington Hall Turn-around, 12–2 p.m.
• Mav Swap U.C. Mall, 11a.m. -2 p.m.
• Homecoming Step Show-Breaking the Stage Watch the talented teams strut their stuff. Texas Hall, 7 p.m. - Tickets available the night of the show at the Texas Hall Box office.

Friday, Feb. 10, 2012

• Alumni and Reunion Check-In Alumni Association, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
• Chili Cook-Off See who'll win the prize this year. University Center Mall, 12–1 p.m. Chili Cook-Off Registration Form Chili Cook-Off Rules and Regulations
• Mav Swap University Center Mall, 12–2 p.m.
• School and College Visits 1:30–5:30 p.m.
• Lower Level University Center Open House University Center, Lower Level, 3–5 p.m.
• *25 (Class of 1987) and 50 (Class of 1962) Year Reunion Dinner Social Davis Hall, University Club, 6 p.m.
• *Student Leader Alumni Reception, Program Spotlight:  Mr. and Ms. UTA - College Park Center Hospitality Suite, 7 p.m.
• Liberal Arts Alumni Theater Performance Take in a showing of The Lion in Winter, a historical drama that'll have you on the edge of your seat. University Center, Rosebud Theatre, 8 p.m.
• The Bash For one night, College Park Center will turn into the biggest nightclub in town. College Park Center, 9 p.m.–1 a.m.

Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012

• Homecoming Golf Tournament Mansfield National Golf Tournament, 8 a.m.
• Alumni and Reunion Check-In College Park Plaza, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
• *A Lecture with Dr. Allan Saxe University Center, Carlisle Suite, 9:30–10:30 a.m.
• *Military Science Hall of Honor Reception Lunch and ceremony. University Center, Bluebonnet Ballroom, 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
• *25-Year, 50-Year, and Mr. and Ms. UTA Reunion Lunch University Center, Rio Grande Ballroom, 12:15 p.m.
• Movin’ Mavs Alumni Basketball Game Maverick Activities Center, 1 p.m.
• Festival on the Plaza A street festival featuring food, beverages, live band, and activities. Festival Booth Registration Pecan Street, 3:30 p.m.
• Homecoming Parade (Parade registration is now closed. Thank you to all who signed up!) The all-new parade will help lead the University community into the big game. Pecan Street, 5:20 p.m.
• Basketball Game Mavericks vs. Texas State. College Park Center, 7 p.m.
• King and Queen Coronation See who'll wear the crown this year. College Park Center, halftime presentation.

Throughout Homecoming Week

• Homecoming Hunt UT Arlington's first Homecoming social media scavenger hunt. Win great prizes including an iPad! Check the Homecoming Facebook page for more information.
• Show Your Maverick Pride Photo Contest Win $250 by uploading your most spirited photos.
• The University Center is “Turning it Blue” Walk down the blue hallways, see the bust of Hereford dressed in his UTA best and, enjoy fun Maverick-style food in the Connection Café.
• The Gallery at UT Arlington Presents 'The Medium is the Message' - Gallery hours: Th-F: 10 am-5 pm, Sat: 12-5 pm. Location: Fine Arts Building, 502 S. Cooper St.
• The University Center Gallery A special exhibition of front page headlines of The Shorthorn through the years will be on display.
• UTA Ambassadors Maverick Monday, Faculty/Staff vs. Student Basketball Game and the Mav-Mazing Race.
  

*Invitation Only

If you need a special accommodation to fully participate, notification must be made five days prior to the event. For more information, please call 817-272-9234.

Please note: All dates, times, and events are subject to change.

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