Welcome Week
August 22-26, 2022
There are plenty more events and student life activities waiting for you during the first week back to school. Be sure to check out the lineup of events this year by following UIW Campus Engagement on all social media platforms and by visiting our Welcome Week detailed events calendar.
Annual Pinning Ceremony
Thursday, Aug. 18, 2022 at 6 p.m.
Location: Rosenberg Skyroom
Commemorate the start of your college career at the University of the Incarnate Word by participating in this very special UIW tradition. The Annual Pinning Ceremony is a symbol of your promise to achieve personal and academic success. Your friends and family will serve as witnesses to this commitment. Receive the first-year university pin to symbolize your connection to the UIW community. This pin is also a symbol of the start of your collegiate journey as the pin carries the same university seal that your class ring will have upon commencement.
Flight of the Cardinals - Freshmen Jersey
At the first UIW home football game, the incoming class will be the honorary UIW hosts. Those who participate in this first home football game will take part in the pre-game ceremonies, including participation in the Flight of the Cardinals—a walk through Tailgate Alley with the Spirit Team, passing the Bronze Cardinal for luck, and across the football field!
All jerseys will have the incoming class graduating year on the back and can be customized with a name of your choosing above it. You can submit your customization during purchase. All purchases must be pre-ordered online, so don’t wait! Each jersey is $35.00. For more information, please call the Campus Life Office at (210) 829-6034.