| TUESDAY, October 29, 2024 | |||
| 8:30 - 11:00 a.m. |
Coffee & Kindness Wall |
Start your SUnity Day with a warm cup of coffee and a dose of kindness. Visit our Kindness Wall to share and receive uplifting messages on cards, creating a collective tapestry of positivity. This wall serves as a reminder of the power of kind words to uplift spirits and strengthen our community. |
Bishops Lounge |
| 9:00 - 10:45 a.m. | First Symposium | Browse through Bishops Lounge to see the amazing work showcased by our First-Year and Advanced-Entry Seminar students. | Bishops Lounge |
| 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Community Art Project | This graffiti-style project invites all to contribute, making it a colorful symbol of our unity and creativity. Whether you’re an artist or just want to express yourself, add your unique touch to this collective masterpiece. | Academic Mall |
| 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Or until supplies last) | Happy Little Paintings | Join us to create your own mini-masterpiece in celebration of Bob Ross’s birthday. Whether you’re a seasoned painter or just starting out, enjoy a relaxing break painting some happy little trees. All art supplies will be provided. | Smith Library Center - academic commons |
| 11:00 a.m - 12:30 p.m. | Courageous Conversations |
Facilitated discussion that foster a space where students, faculty, and staff can engage in meaningful conversations about important and often challenging topics. We believe that “conversation is the currency of change,” and through this dialogue, we aim to create lasting impact on ourselves and our community. This session’s theme, “Creating Trust Within Our Liberal Arts Community”, will explore the foundations of trust and how it shapes our relationships and environment. |
McCombs Campus Center Ballrooms |
| 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Community Lunch |
Enjoy a vibrant lunch experience featuring street-themed cuisine, where you can connect with both new and familiar faces. The Commons will host affinity group tables, making it easy to find and share a meal with others who share your interests. Whether you’re passionate about running, a fan of video games, or balancing life as a mom, there’s a spot for you to enjoy lunch and great conversation with like-minded community members. |
The Commons |
| 1:30 - 2:00 p.m. | Costume Contest | Break out your best costume and strut the runway for a costume contest! We’ll let the SU community pick their favorites, and prizes will be awarded to the winners. | Robertson Center |
| 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. | Pirates for Pirates Field Day |
Participate or cheer on your fellow SU community in an afternoon full of fun games that will transport you back to your days as an elementary student. It’s a chance to let loose, get active, alleviate stress, show some community pride, and enjoy some yummy treats. |
Robertson Center |
| 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. | Poetry Slam | The Education Department invites everyone at SU to join our Poetry Slam, where students, staff, and faculty will share their original poems and songs. Don’t miss this chance to experience the creativity and talent within our community! | Prothro Room, Library |
| 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Paideia Connections Lecture |
The Paideia Connections Lecture Series features presentations by two distinguished SU faculty members from different fields. The event is designed to encourage stimulating discussions following the presentations.
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Prothro Center Lobby |
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Foolhardy Love, a short film starring and associate produced by Gabriella Gonzalez Biziou ’12 has been earning rave reviews at film festivals across the country.
more information
Southwestern University’s Athletic Department and Ascension Texas announced a three-year agreement extending from 2024-2027.
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Out of more than 800 colleges and universities analyzed, WalletHub ranked Southwestern #5 in the state of Texas, #33 in the south, and #165 in the nation.
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A renewed bond between Southwestern and the Ride On Center for Kids (ROCK) has sparked meaningful connections across the two organizations… and a documentary screening coming soon to campus.
more information
Pirates of all ages returned to campus in late October to celebrate the time-honored Southwestern tradition of Homecoming!
more information
Junior Alexa Nunez ’26 spent the summer learning valuable marketing skills during an internship with the Community Engagement Team at the San Antonio Humane Society.
more information
Pirates enter week eight ranked #14 in the nation and tied atop the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference standings with a 17-2 record.
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Hear the inspirational stories of five Latina women who were featured in the Rostros y Almas / Faces and Souls photography exhibit at Southwestern University in 1992.
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Anthropology and feminist studies alumna Amiel Padayhag ’20 earned a 2023-2024 Fulbright U.S. Student Program Award to conduct anthropological research in the Philippines. Explore her first-hand account of the experience below.
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Sean Lade ’25 studied alongside world-class researchers during the intensive Summer Undergraduate Research Internship program at Houston Methodist Hospital.
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Foolhardy Love, a short film starring and associate produced by Gabriella Gonzalez Biziou ’12 has been earning rave reviews at film festivals across the country.
more information
Southwestern University’s Athletic Department and Ascension Texas announced a three-year agreement extending from 2024-2027.
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Out of more than 800 colleges and universities analyzed, WalletHub ranked Southwestern #5 in the state of Texas, #33 in the south, and #165 in the nation.
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A renewed bond between Southwestern and the Ride On Center for Kids (ROCK) has sparked meaningful connections across the two organizations… and a documentary screening coming soon to campus.
more information
Pirates of all ages returned to campus in late October to celebrate the time-honored Southwestern tradition of Homecoming!
more information
Junior Alexa Nunez ’26 spent the summer learning valuable marketing skills during an internship with the Community Engagement Team at the San Antonio Humane Society.
more information
Pirates enter week eight ranked #14 in the nation and tied atop the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference standings with a 17-2 record.
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Jara’s “Our Rhythm, Our Voices” transforms the real-life stories of a dozen Latin American immigrants into a moving musical performance that recently headlined Austin’s iconic Long Center.
more information
Anthropology and feminist studies alumna Amiel Padayhag ’20 earned a 2023-2024 Fulbright U.S. Student Program Award to conduct anthropological research in the Philippines. Explore her first-hand account of the experience below.
more information
Follow along as a group of Southwestern students explores ancient fossils, cretaceous limestone, and even dinosaur footprints at the Canyon Lake Gorge.
more information
Sean Lade ’25 studied alongside world-class researchers during the intensive Summer Undergraduate Research Internship program at Houston Methodist Hospital.
more information
Foolhardy Love, a short film starring and associate produced by Gabriella Gonzalez Biziou ’12 has been earning rave reviews at film festivals across the country.
more information
Southwestern University’s Athletic Department and Ascension Texas announced a three-year agreement extending from 2024-2027.
more information
Out of more than 800 colleges and universities analyzed, WalletHub ranked Southwestern #5 in the state of Texas, #33 in the south, and #165 in the nation.
more information
A renewed bond between Southwestern and the Ride On Center for Kids (ROCK) has sparked meaningful connections across the two organizations… and a documentary screening coming soon to campus.
more information
Pirates of all ages returned to campus in late October to celebrate the time-honored Southwestern tradition of Homecoming!
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Junior Alexa Nunez ’26 spent the summer learning valuable marketing skills during an internship with the Community Engagement Team at the San Antonio Humane Society.
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Pirates enter week eight ranked #14 in the nation and tied atop the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference standings with a 17-2 record.
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Jara’s “Our Rhythm, Our Voices” transforms the real-life stories of a dozen Latin American immigrants into a moving musical performance that recently headlined Austin’s iconic Long Center.
more information
Hear the inspirational stories of five Latina women who were featured in the Rostros y Almas / Faces and Souls photography exhibit at Southwestern University in 1992.
more information
Anthropology and feminist studies alumna Amiel Padayhag ’20 earned a 2023-2024 Fulbright U.S. Student Program Award to conduct anthropological research in the Philippines. Explore her first-hand account of the experience below.
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Sean Lade ’25 studied alongside world-class researchers during the intensive Summer Undergraduate Research Internship program at Houston Methodist Hospital.
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Foolhardy Love, a short film starring and associate produced by Gabriella Gonzalez Biziou ’12 has been earning rave reviews at film festivals across the country.
more information
Out of more than 800 colleges and universities analyzed, WalletHub ranked Southwestern #5 in the state of Texas, #33 in the south, and #165 in the nation.
more information
A renewed bond between Southwestern and the Ride On Center for Kids (ROCK) has sparked meaningful connections across the two organizations… and a documentary screening coming soon to campus.
more information
Pirates of all ages returned to campus in late October to celebrate the time-honored Southwestern tradition of Homecoming!
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Junior Alexa Nunez ’26 spent the summer learning valuable marketing skills during an internship with the Community Engagement Team at the San Antonio Humane Society.
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more information
Hear the inspirational stories of five Latina women who were featured in the Rostros y Almas / Faces and Souls photography exhibit at Southwestern University in 1992.
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