Nursing junior Effua Jordan, right, looks at art education senior Emilio Infante Hernandez after winning Homecoming king and queen Nov. 9, 2024, at College Park Center. The pair was crowned during halftime at the men’s basketball game.
UTA’s weeklong Homecoming celebration is just down the yellow brick road. The celebration will begin Nov. 9 and end Nov. 15, featuring events such as sports games, a concert, a parade and a chili cook-off.
Gianni Milos, UTA Ambassadors program coordinator, said Homecoming is a time for students and alumni to have fun and be one as a community. This year’s tagline, “There’s No Place Like Homecoming,” is based around the world of “The Wizard of Oz” theme.
Milos said Homecoming will be a good way to take stress away during midterms and exams.
“I feel like if you never have time, this is the perfect time to come out and see what your school has to offer,” Milos said.
Homecoming events:
Nov. 9
Maverick Formal: Students can enjoy a night of dancing and formal fun at 5 p.m. in the Bluebonnet Ballroom at the University Center.
Nov. 10
Paint Your Ride: Students can get their car windows painted with UTA pride at 11 a.m. at the Arlington Hall Circle. The event is open to everyone in the UTA community.
“Wicked” Screening: Students can see the first “Wicked” film at 6 p.m. at Brazos Park.
Nov. 11
MavSwap: Students can swap out their old high school or college shirts (from another university) for limited edition UTA Homecoming shirts at 11 a.m. on the UC mall.
Dye the Fountain Blue: Watch as the UTA Ambassadors turn the central fountain blue at 4 p.m. at the central bridge over Cooper Street.
Nov. 12
Chili Cook-off: Join the Division of Student Affairs and the Homecoming crew for the annual chili cook-off at noon at the Palo Duro Lounge in the UC.
Nov. 13
Homecoming Bash: Enjoy a concert featuring Mariah the Scientist, BunnaB and Flippa T with DJ 4.0 at 8 p.m. at Texas Hall. Students can buy up to two tickets, each for $6, and faculty and staff can buy tickets for $11. Doors open at 7 p.m.
Nov. 14
Women’s basketball game: Cheer on the Lady Mavs basketball team as they take on Tennessee State University at 5 p.m. at College Park Center.
Nov. 15
Homecoming 5K: Work up a sweat at the annual Homecoming 5K at 9 a.m., starting at the Maverick Activities Center. Both walking and running entries are accepted.
Homecoming Parade: This year’s Homecoming parade will start at 11 a.m. on Spaniolo Drive. See floats, the UTA marching band and decorated golf carts.
Homecoming Street Festival: At 1 p.m., immediately after the parade, enjoy food, a live DJ, performances and activities before the Homecoming pep rally.
Men’s basketball game and coronation: See the UTA men’s basketball team take on Missouri State University at 5 p.m. at College Park Center. The game will feature performances by DFW Legacy Choir and will recognize the university’s alumni and this year’s Homecoming court. The Homecoming king and queen will be announced at halftime.
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