{"id":57353,"date":"2025-11-20T06:56:10","date_gmt":"2025-11-20T06:56:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/57353\/"},"modified":"2025-11-20T06:56:10","modified_gmt":"2025-11-20T06:56:10","slug":"photos-homecoming-traditions-return-to-uta-campus-multimedia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/57353\/","title":{"rendered":"Photos: Homecoming traditions return to UTA campus | Multimedia"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Nursing<\/p>\n

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Nursing sophomore Jodie Orogun, left, and interior design junior Jakinda Opondo embrace after winning Homecoming king and queen during the men\u2019s basketball Homecoming game Nov. 15 at College Park Center. The former king and queen crowned Orogun and Opondo.<\/p>\n

Photo by Samarie Goffney<\/a><\/p>\n

UTA wrapped up its 2025 Homecoming celebration, which ran from Nov. 9 to 15 under the “The Wizard of Oz” theme.<\/p>\n

The week was packed with events showcasing school spirit and unifying the community.<\/p>\n

Hosted by EXCEL Campus Activities, the Homecoming Bash, one of the biggest UTA events, got students hyped by featuring artists like Flippa T, BunnaB and Mariah the Scientist.<\/p>\n

The excitement culminated with major weekend events, including the Homecoming Parade and the UTA men\u2019s basketball game, which also included the Homecoming coronation.<\/p>\n

During halftime of the men’s basketball game, nursing sophomore Jodie Orogun and interior design junior Jakinda Opondo were announced as the 2025 Homecoming king and queen.<\/p>\n

\"People<\/p>\n

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UTA Ambassadors wave at the crowd during the Homecoming Parade on Nov. 15 on Spaniolo Drive. Various floats and decorated golf carts were featured in the parade.<\/p>\n

File photo \/ Mabel Cruz<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Freshman<\/p>\n

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Freshman Leaders on Campus members write and draw on car windows during the Paint Your Ride Homecoming event Nov. 10 outside Maverick Hall. UTA Freshman Leaders on Campus hosted the event.<\/p>\n

Photo by Mabel Cruz<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Singer<\/p>\n

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Singer and songwriter Mariah the Scientist performs during the 2025 Homecoming Bash on Nov. 13 at Texas Hall. Mariah the Scientist recently dropped her fourth R&B album, \u201cHEARTS SOLD SEPARATELY.\u201d<\/p>\n

Photo by Samarie Goffney<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Business<\/p>\n

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Business freshman Marlin Lopez, right, hugs rapper BunnaB during the 2025 Homecoming Bash on Nov. 13 at Texas Hall. The bash featured multiple DJs and three artists.<\/p>\n

Photo by Samarie Goffney<\/a><\/p>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

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Sophomore guard Cash Chavis reaches for the basket during a game against Missouri State University on Nov. 15 at College Park Center. Chavis scored 11 points.<\/p>\n

File photo \/ Samarie Goffney<\/a><\/p>\n

\"The<\/p>\n

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The UTA Wranglers dance during the Homecoming Pep Rally on Nov. 15 outside College Park Center. The pep rally featured live music from MavBrass.<\/p>\n

Photo by Samarie Goffney<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Tim<\/p>\n

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Tim Air-Walker, Fort Worth Texas resident, 28, juggles clubs in front of a Homecoming banner during the Homecoming Street Festival on Nov. 15 at College Park District. The festival had various performances and a live DJ.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Photo by Elvis Martinez-Cartagena <\/a><\/p>\n

\"Arlington<\/p>\n

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Arlington resident Edgar Nieto, left, and Dallas resident Leslie Vejar laugh on a swing ride during the Homecoming Tailgate on Nov. 15 at The Green at College Park. Attendees at the tailgate were also able to enjoy food from the event.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Photo by Mabel Cruz <\/a><\/p>\n

@pixaperfect_\u00a0@mabelcruzjournal\u00a0@greycoloredglass<\/p>\n

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