Community Involvement

The University of Texas-Pan American is dedicated to supporting the community that supports the Broncs and Lady Broncs. Playing for UTPA means being in the headlines, but it also gives UTPA student-athletes an opportunity to give back to the Rio Grande Valley.

Participating in community service projects at UTPA not only enhances a student-athletes' college experience, but it also expands the UTPA student-athletes' character. Student-athletes not only gain a strong sense of self-worth, but also experience personal satisfaction and growth from volunteering in community service projects. The community receives a tremendous benefit from the help of the UTPA student-athletes, and in return, they feel a special partnership with the UTPA student-athletes.

UTPA Athletics - Community Activities

Habitat for Humanity

Adopt-A-School Program

Adopt-A-Beach Program

Adopt-A-Highway Program

Hurricane Katrina and Rita Relief Efforts

Special Olympics

Trek-or-Treat Halloween Walk-A-Thon

Holiday Caroling at Hospice Center

Servicing Breakfast at Local Winter Texan Trailer Parks

Ronald McDonald House

Edinburg Christmas Carnival

Edinburg's All-American City 5K Fun Run

Food Drive for Rio Grande Valley Food Bank

Toys for Tots

UTPA Move-In Day

Adopt-A-School Program