We have lots of special events and trips during the school year! Scroll down to see what kind of events we offer. For details about specific events see the Calendar.
August & January-Big Howdy Events
A group of campus organizations, local churches and community volunteers who are here to help you as you transition to living in Arlington, Texas. We also try to help you make connections within the community so you can have the best possible educational and personal experience while in Arlington, Texas.
Check out www.utabighowdy.com to learn more!
September- Trip to NASA Space Center in Houston
Interested in seeing space shuttles, hearing an astronaut speak and exploring space? This is the trip for you. Spend the day at NASA learning about the US space program, enjoy an evening of great food while you hear from some of NASA’s finest minds and experience a worship service in an American church. On your way home, stop at Kemah, a boardwalk on the Gulf of Mexico and enjoy the sunshine, carnival rides and cotton candy.
October- Fall Festival
Americans love to celebrate holidays and we have some interesting traditions. Join us at the Fall Festival for pumpkin carving, apple bobbing and line dancing. Wear your best western attire!
November- Thanksgiving Feast
In America, we celebrate Thanksgiving by joining with family for a traditional meal, parades and games. Come celebrate with us as we eat turkey and dressing with all the fixings, make new friends and enjoy an entertaining program.
December- Christmas Party
Songs, decorations, religious celebrations, presents…America celebrates Christmas in many ways. We invite you to experience a taste of Christmas at our Christmas Celebration where you will enjoy an amazing dinner, play games, laugh a lot and sing Christmas carols.
March- TEJAS Spring Break Retreat
Tejas is a weekend away from campus in the beautiful piney woods of East Texas. Zany games, Bible study, cabins, s’mores and magic are just some of the things you will experience during this amazing weekend.
April- Spring Picnic at the Park
Blue skies, sunshine, hamburgers and games are what you will experience at the annual spring picnic. There is some healthy competition as we play relay games and you will be fed some awesome American cuisine.