Patriot Palooza - UT Tyler's Welcome Week
Contact Us
Department of Student Engagement
UC 3400
3900 University Blvd.
Tyler, TX 75799
Office Hours:
M-F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
800 UT TYLER
Ph: 903.565.5645
getconnected@uttyler.edu
All students are invited to join us at Patriot Palooza at UT Tyler! Our semesterly welcome week offers free food, UT Tyler swag, lively activities, and other social activities for all of campus to enjoy.
For more information, contact the Office of Student Engagement at getconnected@uttyler.edu or 903.565.5645. You can also keep up with the week's events by following @UTTylerCA on instagram or by visiting the Patriots Engage website!
Fall 2026 Patriot Palooza Schedule
Friday, August 21
| Event | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Class of 2030 Picture | University Steps | 5:30 PM |
| Swoopsation | Harvey Lake | 6 - 9 PM |
| Light the Lake Drone Show | Over Harvey Lake | 9:30 PM |
Saturday, August 22
| Event | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Res Life Block Party | Patriot Plaza | 7 - 9 PM |
Sunday, August 23
| Event | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|
|
Walk Your Schedule
|
(University Center 3rd Floor) |
11 AM - 1 PM Groups will depart every 30 minutes. |
Monday, August 24
| Event | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School Breakfast & Pictures | University Center Lobby | 8 - 11 AM |
Information Stations will be located in campus buildings to welcome all students to campus and answer any questions!
Tuesday, August 25
| Event | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School Breakfast & Pictures | University Center Lobby | 8 - 11 AM |
| Lunch & Learn: Set Yourself Up for Success This Year | University Center Ballroom | 11 AM - 1 PM |
| Patriot Programs Bingo | University Center Ballroom | 5 - 7 PM |
Information Stations will be located in campus buildings to welcome all students to campus and answer any questions!
Wednesday, August 26
| Event | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|
| RecFest | Harrington Patriot Center | 4 - 6 PM |
| Meet the Greeks | Harvey Deck | 5 - 7 PM |
Thursday, August 27
| Event | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Pennant Making | University Center Lobby | 11 AM - 1 PM |
| Tradition Rally & Tailgate | Harrington Patriot Center Gym | 5 - 6 PM |
|
UT Tyler Patriots vs. Rogers State |
Citizens 1st Bank-Perkins Soccer Complex | 6 PM |
| TX Hold 'Em Poker Tournament | University Center Ballroom | 7 - 9 PM |
Friday, August 28
| Event | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|
| First Friday | University Center | 10 PM - Midnight |
Updated as of July 2026