Bienvenidos

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Okay, let’s meet Chloe. Chloe is it junior majoring in Geography and Environmental Sustainability, and she hails from right here in San Antonio. Chloe loves her hometown and UTSA. She’s also a second-generation Roadrunner. And she’s the perfect person to introduce us to this great university and this great city. Kick us off, Chloe.

– Thanks for the introduction, Alex. Bienvenidos. Welcome to the University of Texas at San Antonio. I came to UTSA because I loved the idea of staying in my hometown while attending a nationally-recognized institution. UTSA is my father’s alma mater, and at his graduation, my mom dressed me up as a UTSA cheerleader. Years later, when I found that photo, I knew I wanted to follow in my dad’s footsteps and become a Roadrunner. UTSA is a great university in a thriving city. The school has tons of clubs and organizations that connect you to San Antonio. For example, I’m one of the co-community service coordinators for UTSA’s Black Student Union. Through my local ties, I plan events that bring students together from all over to work with organizations throughout the city. San Antonio’s also a great city to live in. During the holidays, you can visit the River Walk and see our famous Christmas lights. There are hundreds of events throughout the year for you to attend, a personal favorite being Fiesta. This 10-day celebration occurs every spring and includes a carnival, parades and other events across the city. If you’re seeking places to visit, San Antonio is filled with unique historical sites. When you went to unwind, San Antonio has amazing parks and and live music venues. Also, UTSA’s main campus is located right across the street from an outdoor shopping center and an amusement park. Lastly, if you love food, San Antonio has some of the best food in the state. From our Tex-Mex to our barbecue, UTSA has taught me so much in such a short amount of time. After I graduate with my bachelor’s degree, I plan to continue my education right here and get my master’s degree in either geography or urban planning and make my alma mater proud. Come check it out for yourself. Haste luego. Birds up.

– Mucho gusto, Chloe, and fantastic job. It’s wonderful to hear about the strong ties between UTSA and San Antonio, and how great cities and great universities support each other and their community. And I will definitely be back to celebrate Fiesta, so please save me a spot on the UTSA parade float. Viva Fiesta.