Student Events

Sunday, February 4

Islander Clean

8:30am // PAC Parking Lot

Sponsored by Students Volunteer Connection (SVC)

Islander Spring Clean is a kick off to homecoming week where students beautify our campus by picking up trash and anything littered on campus. Show your Islander spirit by lending your help. FREE breakfast while supplies last. 

Medallion Hunt Kickoff

12pm // PAC Parking Lot

Sponsored by Homecoming Committee

Each year Spirit Competition teams take part in the campus wide hunt for the Homecoming Medallions. Throughout the week leading up to the Homecoming Game, students are given various clues to the locations of the medallions. At this event, we kickoff the hunt and release the first clue.

Monday, February 5

Homecoming Tip off

11:30am - 1:30pm // East Lawn

Sponsored by Islander Housing

Commemorate Homecoming Week at the official Tip-Off!  Islander spirit is showcased through a variety of events & activities.  Prizes and food available in limited quantities. 

Student VS. Staff/Faculty Basketball Game

7:00pm // Dugan Gym

Sponsored by Recreational Sports

The Student vs. Faculty/Staff Basketball game has been a tradition for years. It is a fun and exciting way to get students involved with the professional members of the university. During halftime, the Homecoming court will be announced and the Spirit Team will perform. This is a must-see, entertaining, and competitive experience that you won't want to miss.

Sign up HERE to play. Players receive a FREE shirt!

Homecoming Court voting

ALL DAY // TAMUCC.ORGSYNC.com

Sponsored by the Homecoming Committee

Vote for your favorite candidate for Homecoming king and queen! Visit the Homecoming 2018 portal on OrgSync to cast your vote.

Tuesday, February 6

SGA Penny Wars

11:00am – 2:00pm // Library Breezeway

Sponsored by Student Government Association

Help the Student Government Association raise funds for the Hector P. Garcia Endowment Scholarship by participating in Penny Wars! Positive points include pennies and cash bills while silver coins can be used as negative points towards other organizations! The organization with the most positive points overall will get points towards the spirit competition.

Anchors Aweigh

11:00am – 1:00pm // Anchor Plaza

Sponsored by Alumni Association

As was a tradition during the days of the Tarpons and the University of Corpus Christi, students and alumni will have the opportunity to paint the anchor white during this annual Homecoming event. The anchor will stay white during the week of Homecoming connecting students to the rich history of UCC and Texas A&M-Corpus Christi.

In addition to the painting, the Alumni Association will be offering some snacks, hot drinks and awesome giveaways.

Homecoming Patio Jam

6:00pm – 8:00pm // UC Sea Breeze Patio

Sponsored by University Council Programs (UCP)

UCP will have food, live performances and fun at the UC Sea Breeze Patio for homecoming.

Homecoming Court voting

ALL DAY // TAMUCC.ORGSYNC.com

Sponsored by the Homecoming Committee

Vote for your favorite candidate for Homecoming king and queen! Visit the Homecoming 2018 portal on OrgSync to cast your vote.

Wednesday, February 7

SGA Penny Wars

11:00am – 2:00pm // UC Rotunda

Sponsored by Student Government Association

Help the Student Government Association raise funds for the Hector P. Garcia Endowment Scholarship by participating in Penny Wars! Positive points include pennies and cash bills while silver coins can be used as negative points towards other organizations! The organization with the most positive points overall will get points towards the spirit competition.

Women’s Basketball Game VS. Sam Houston

7:00pm // Dugan Gym

Sponsored by Islander Athletics

Cheer on your Islander Women's Basketball team as they host Sam Houston on campus in the Dugan! Join the fun as we celebrate The Big Event kickoff!  Win shirts and swag.  Sign up to participate in the 2018 Big Event.

Students admitted FREE with current SandDollar$ ID.

Islanderino: Neon 90s Edition

9:00pm // UC Anchor Ballroom

Sponsored by Campus Activities Board (CAB)

Come out and try your luck at Campus Activities Board’s annual Islanderino: Neon 90s Edition! Enjoy your favorite casino games such as Texas Hold ‘Em, Blackjack, Craps, and Roulette under a neon glow.  Win tickets for raffle prizes and best costume.

Homecoming Court voting

ALL DAY // TAMUCC.ORGSYNC.com

Sponsored by the Homecoming Committee

Vote for your favorite candidate for Homecoming king and queen! Visit the Homecoming 2018 portal on OrgSync to cast your vote.

Thursday, February 8

Medallion Hunt Finale

5:00pm // Island Hall Gym

Sponsored by the Homecoming Committee

Each year Spirit Competition teams take part in the campus wide hunt for the Homecoming Medallions. Throughout the week leading up to the Homecoming Game, students are given various clues to the locations of the medallions. At this event, student organizations compete in fun games to win clues to the final medallion.

Multicultural Greek Council Showcase

7:00pm // UC Anchor Ballroom

Sponsored by Multicultural Greek Council (MGC)

Join the Multicultural Greek Council for the annual Homecoming Showcase, featuring fraternities and sororities doing traditional stepping, strolling and saluting. Watch as the participating organizations compete to be the best performance of the night and bragging privileges for the year!

Homecoming Court voting

ALL DAY // TAMUCC.ORGSYNC.com

Sponsored by the Homecoming Committee

Vote for your favorite candidate for Homecoming king and queen! Visit the Homecoming 2018 portal on OrgSync to cast your vote. Your last chance to vote! Voting ends at 5pm.

Friday, February 9

Friday Fiesta

3:30pm - 6:30pm // Dugan Gym

Sponsored by Student Government Association

Start your Homecoming weekend activities with free food, inflatables, music and other activities right before Lighting of the I brought to you by the Student Government Association!

Lighting of the “I”

6:30pm // Anchor Plaza

Sponsored by Homecoming Committee

Lighting of the "I" is a beloved campus tradition to get excited for Saturday’s games and celebrate those Islanders who have gone before us and those who carrying on the Islander traditions today. Come dressed in your Islander spirit gear of Blue and Green!

 “Bond” Fire

7:00pm // East Lawn

Sponsored by I-TEAM and Islander Network

Join I-TEAM and the Inclusive Islander Network for fun, fire, and s’mores with the third annual "Bond" Fire. Enjoy free t-shirts, DIY s’mores, a great jam session and fun with your fellow Islanders. Stay after lighting of the “I” for more fire and Islander spirit!

Homecoming Court voting

Until 8:00pm // TAMUCC.ORGSYNC.com

Sponsored by the Homecoming Committee

Your final opportunity to vote for your favorite candidate for Homecoming king and queen! Visit the Homecoming 2018 portal on OrgSync to cast your vote.

Saturday, February 10

Women’s Basketball Game vs. University of New Orleans

2:00pm // American Bank Center

Start your Homecoming Saturday cheering on the Islander Women's Basketball team as they host New Orleans at the American Bank Center.  Students admitted FREE with current SandDollar$ ID. Additional tickets can be purchased at: GoIslanders.com. 

Homecoming Block Party

4:00pm // American Bank Center Parking Lot

Join us between the big games as we Celebrate all things TAMU-CC at the official Homecoming Block Party! Enjoy live music, food options, and fun for the whole family! FREE to attend! Wear your Islander Blue and Green and join the festivities!

Men’s Basketball Game vs. University of New Orleans

7:00pm // American Bank Center

Finish off your 2018 Homecoming as you cheer for the Islander Men's Basketball team as they host New Orleans at the American Bank Center.  Students admitted FREE with current SandDollar$ ID. Additional tickets can be purchased at: GoIslanders.com.