Nursing student Emma May participates in an icebreaker during Kinfolk Kickoff on Aug. 13 in the Maverick Activities Center. May celebrated after winning a rock, paper, scissors tournament.
On Aug. 12, life returned to campus.
Luggage wheels, loose dorm decor and mini fridges rolled through campus as students moved into their home away from home. As the sun set, the students gathered at the Maverick Parking Garage for a rooftop celebration.
The events were part of SuccessU, UTA’s early arrival experience. The initiative is led by the Division of Student Affairs and the Division of Student Success.
As the weekend progressed, students participated in the Kinfolk Kickoff, a block party and various other events.
Nursing junior Melanie Cerda carries her belongings during move-in Aug. 12 at Arlington Hall. Students were provided with a packing list to help them gather their possessions for the move.
Biochemistry freshman, Sourish Madabushi, rides a mechanical bull during MavsMeet on Aug. 17 at Brazos Park. The event helped kick off the academic year.
Photo by Treyson Abe
Attendees dance together during MavsMeet on Aug. 17 at Brazos Park. There was music, activities and food for attendees.
Photo by Treyson Abe
Math senior Cortlin Gerdes peps up a crowd at a spirit rally Aug. 14 at College Park Center. Gerdes is part of the UTA Wrangles, a campus spirit group.
Mechanical engineering sophomore Daevahri Mitchell throws a basketball during a rooftop celebration Aug. 12 at the Maverick Parking Garage. Food, games and a live DJ were available.
Blaze breakdances with cheerleaders at the SuccessU Spirit Rally and Block Party on Aug. 14 at College Park Center. SuccessU is a program to help incoming students prepare for the semester.
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