Seth Meyers — Maverick Speakers Series
For one night in November, College Park Center transformed into an oversized comedy club. As part of the Maverick Speakers Series, Saturday Night Live star Seth Meyers entertained a sold-out crowd with an hour-long stand-up routine.
Bed Races 2012
Started in 1980 to celebrate the opening of Maverick Stadium, Bed Races is one of the oldest traditions on campus. The theme for this year’s annual race and activities was “A Blue Carpet Affair” and participants were encouraged to dress the part. The event also includes costume competition, group photos, games, novelties, field goal kicking competition and music entertainment.
Cokie Roberts — Maverick Speakers Series
Political commentator Cokie Roberts discussed the recent presidential debate, getting out the vote, and what voters want at the 2012–13 Maverick Speakers Series program Oct. 4 at Texas Hall.
Frank Deford — Maverick Speakers Series
Sports journalist Frank Deford shared his thoughts on sports writers vs. editor and sports as a unifying element in life for the first program in the 2012–13 Maverick Speakers Series. He spoke Sept. 25 at Texas Hall.
Maverick Stampede
Maverick Stampede (Welcome Week) is the official kick-off to the new academic year. During Welcome Week, which coincides with the first week of classes, students experience a number of fun and exciting programs centered on integrating new and returning students back to campus; including MavsMeet. MavsMeet, the New Student Convocation, is a formal assembly commemorating the beginning of the academic year. The event took place […]
