Gone to Texas begins with events in your college or school and concludes with a university-wide celebration on Tuesday, August 24 at 8:30 p.m.
University-wide Event
Gone to Texas
Tuesday, August 24
Main Mall
8:30 p.m.
On Tuesday, August 24, President Jay Hartzell will officially welcome you to the Longhorn community with a unique celebration, Gone to Texas 2021. This event is a rich tradition for all new students and formally marks your start at the university. Gone to Texas 2021 will take place at 8:30 p.m. on the Main Mall, with a webcast available for those not able to attend in person. Masks are recommended but optional.
Contact: University Events, universityevents@austin.utexas.edu
College and School Events
Gone to Architecture
Tuesday, August 25
Goldsmith Hall
2 - 4 p.m.
The School of Architecture invites incoming undergraduate and graduate students for a student organization tabling fair to meet your new classmates, current students, faculty, and staff in Goldsmith Hall.
Contact: Robin Dusek, robin.dusek@utexas.edu
Gone to Business
Monday, August 23rd (Class of 2024 and Internal Transfers)
McCombs School of Business – MSB Plaza
6:30 - 8 p.m.
The McCombs School of Business invites the Class of 2024 and transfer students to come join us to meet, greet and eat. Returning business students will have the chance to meet with representatives from the McCombs Affiliated Student Organizations as well as the Office of Student Life, Canfield Business Honors Program, BBA International Programs, BBA Career Services and many more. Dress for the event is casual. We recommend that you wear the Business t-shirt you received from orientation. Registration is required – please check email for updates.
Tuesday, August 24th (Class of 2025 and External Transfers)
McCombs School of Business – MSB Plaza
6:30 - 8 p.m.
The McCombs School of Business invites the Class of 2025 and transfer students to come join us to meet, greet and eat. New business students will have the chance to meet with representatives from the McCombs Affiliated Student Organizations as well as the Office of Student Life, Canfield Business Honors Program, BBA International Programs, BBA Career Services and many more. No registration required – ID card or EID needed for Check-In. Dress for the event is casual. Students will receive a Texas Business t-shirt at check-in. The Class of 2025 will walk together to Gone to Texas after the event.
Contact: Erica Garza, Erica.Garza@mccombs.utexas.edu
Gone to Communication (CommUnity)
CommUnity is the Moody College's annual fall welcome event held in conjunction with Gone To Texas to celebrate our incoming first-year and transfer students. Though details are subject to change, this year there will be two events, one for last year's class and one for the current year's incoming class.
New Moody students are invited to drop by any time during their respective welcome event to meet Hook 'Em and their fellow classmates, grab some Moody swag, visit with student organization representatives, and help themselves to tacos and refreshments on their way out. Make sure to RSVP, and don't forget to mask up and stay safe!
CommUnity '24 (for sophomores and last year's transfer students)
Date: Tuesday, August 24th
Time: 3:00 - 4:00 pm
Location: Walter Cronkite Plaza (CMA 3.000)
RSVP for CommUnity '24 here
CommUnity '25 (for this year's incoming first years and transfer students)
Date: Tuesday, August 24th
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Location: Walter Cronkite Plaza (CMA 3.000)
RSVP for CommUnity '25 here
These events are come-and-go, but we invite CommUnity '25 students to rejoin us at the plaza at 8:00 pm where we will lead them over to Gone To Texas!
Contacts: Sarah Sutton, sarahenelson@austin.utexas.edu
Gone to Education
Tuesday, August 24
6 - 8:15 p.m.
South end of Speedway – Near the west entrance of Jester
Mark your arrival as the newest member of the UT Community at Gone to Education! Learn how to take full advantage of your college experience by getting involved in the College of Education’s student groups. You will also get to meet fellow incoming students, college leadership, faculty, and advisors. After Gone to Education, we will head to the Tower together for Gone to Texas. Dinner will be provided.
Contact: Kristin Moore, coe_events@austin.utexas.edu
Gone to Engineering
Tuesday, August 24
Gone to Engineering is the Cockrell School of Engineering's largest welcome event. Meet student leaders and find out how you can get involved in student organizations, grab a free class t-shirt and some dessert, learn about student services, and more!
Incoming Class of 2020
2:00-3:00 PM - Department Meetings (Virtual)
4:30-6:00 PM - Gone to Engineering Fair/Desserts (In-Person)
Incoming Class of 2020 RSVP Here
Incoming Class of 2021
4:00-5:00 PM - Department Meetings (Virtual)
6:30-8:00 PM - Gone to Engineering Fair/Desserts (In-Person)
8:00 PM - Walk to Gone to Texas
Incoming Class of 2021 RSVP Here
Contact: Engineering Student Life, studentlife@engr.utexas.edu
Gone to Fine Arts
Tuesday, August 24
E. William Doty Building (DFA-2301 Trinity Street)
6 - 8 p.m.
Come by the E. William Doty Building (DFA), to meet your fellow new College of Fine Arts students and make unforgettable memories with karaoke, a petting zoo, lawn games, a live DJ, and the making of the Class of 2025 Mural! Dinner will be served from Austin’s Pizza as well as Caribbean-inspired burritos from Austin local favorite Island Thyme. At 8 p.m., join our ritual college walk to the university-wide main event, Gone to Texas, wearing CoFA’s official new student t-shirt.
Contact: Mutiyat Ade-Salu, madesalu@utexas.edu
Gone to Geosciences
Please reach out to your college representative for more information.
Contact: Jacob Fairweather, Jacob.fairweather@jsg.utexas.edu or 512-232-4545
Gone to Information
Please reach out to your college representative for more information.
Contact: Natasha V. Saldaña, nvs@ischool.utexas.edu
Gone to Liberal Arts
Tuesday, August 24
Turtle Pond
6 – 8 p.m.
Welcome Back to the 40 Acres! Come visit with some CoLA student organizations, grab a bite to eat, and learn about our support services.
Contact: Katie Lathrop, lastudentaffairs@austin.utexas.edu
Gone to Natural Sciences
Tuesday, August 24
Various Locations
7 - 8 p.m.
The College of Natural Sciences will host open house events in several locations on Tuesday, August 24. Specific information will be e-mailed to students a few days prior to the event. Deans, advisors, staff and student organizations are looking forward to greeting you, giving you a Texas Science t-shirt and enjoying some snacks.
Contact: Didi Smith or Brandon Crabtree, CNSInfo@austin.utexas.edu
Gone to Nursing
Tuesday, August 25
School of Nursing Terrace
5:30 - 7 p.m.
The School of Nursing welcomes both incoming undergraduate and graduate students. Come meet your new classmates, current students, and School of Nursing faculty and staff. Enjoy some tacos, claim your official School of Nursing t-shirt and have a chance to win door prizes. Connect with various Nursing student organizations and celebrate the beginning of the school year in a casual and fun way.
Contacts: Yaritza Ruiz, yruiz@nursing.utexas.edu
Gone to Pharmacy
Tuesday, August 24
Texas Union (UNB), Santa Rita Suite, 3.502
6 - 7:30 p.m.
On behalf of Texas Pharmacy, we want to welcome each and every one of you to the Forty Acres! The College of Pharmacy encourages our incoming students to join us for dinner and then attend the university-wide Gone to Texas 2021 event to kick off the fall semester. Welcome to the “phamily”!
Contact: Catherine Schlichting, C.Schlichting@austin.utexas.edu or Justin Samuel, jsamuel@austin.utexas.edu
Gone to Public Affairs
Tuesday, August 24
LBJ Plaza (outside SRH3/The LBJ School)
6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Join The LBJ School for a mixer for incoming students with Dean DeShazo. We’ll have tacos, a toast, and take a group photo before the group heads to the main mall.
Contact: Laura McDonald, laura.mcdonald@austin.utexas.edu
Gone to Social Work
Tuesday, August 25
School of Social Work Foyer
6:30 - 7:45 p.m.
Festivities begin with a Gone to Social Work reception at The School of Social Work. New students will get the opportunity to meet and mingle with other students, faculty, and staff. And, as you head out the door, let 'em know you've... GONE TO TEXAS! Please complete this form to RSVP. If you require any special accessibility needs, please let me know so that we can accommodate you.
Contacts: Ramón R. Gómez, ramon-gomez@austin.utexas.edu
Gone to Undergraduate Studies
Tuesday, August 24
East Mall (off Speedway between EPS and BRB) + Online
6 – 8 p.m.
Stop by the East Mall to pick up your to-go plate of Pok-e-jo’s BBQ, say hi to Dean Brent Iverson and UGS student leaders, and grab your UGS Class of 2025 t-shirt. Then join the rest of your UGS team online anytime between 6 - 8 p.m. for a virtual resource fair. Meet advisors, student leaders, and representatives from every area of UGS and earn prizes. Check your email for more information.
Contacts: Lane Mann, lane.mann@austin.utexas.edu