Upcoming Events from the Office of Vice President for Student Affairs

Upcoming VPSA Programming Events:

February 1—Welcome Bash

10am-12pm, Jester Corner

Welcome Bash is designed to welcome all students back to campus on the first in person day of the spring semester. Students can grab free breakfast tacos, coffee and lots of free gear on their way to class. Come see us on Speedway by the Perry Castaneda Library. This is a first come first serve event.

Staff Contact: Kayleigh Damphousse, NSS Transition Coordinator and Luz Martinez Aburto, Student Engagement and Activities Programmer

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February 2—Supply Your Semester

1-3pm, Jester Corner

Start the new 2021 Spring Semester off right and come pick up a school supply kit. At Supply Your Semester, students will receive a free goodie bag filled with an assortment of items ranging from school supplies to healthy snacks. Students will also have the opportunity to learn about upcoming spring semester events being hosted by campus partners. This event is in collaboration with the New Student Services aUsTinite program.

Staff Contact: Luz Martinez Aburto, Student Engagement and Activities Programmer and Callie Smith, Student Engagement and Activities Programmer

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February 5—Bevo’s Quest

1-4pm, Gregory Gym Plaza

Learn how to navigate campus while earning event activity points to win a prize! Bevo’s Quest is an in-person scavenger hunt that can help students learn more about campus traditions and students can begin their leadership journey at The University of Texas at Austin. This event is in collaboration with the Leadership and Ethics Institute.

Staff Contact: Luz Martinez Aburto, Student Engagement and Activities Programmer and Sade Love, Coordinator of Leadership Development

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February 8—Friendship Bracelet Kits

3-5pm, Jester Corner

You are NEVER too old to make a friendship bracelet! Embrace your inner tween and come collect supplies to make your own bracelet. Later on in the evening, join us on Zoom to meet your peers and learn how to make intricate designs together.

Staff Contact: Alex Katz, Student Engagement and Activities Programmer

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