UTMB Office of Student Life

09/03/2026

This week’s Student News & Notes is full of fall events, campus updates, and ways to get involved at UTMB!

Fall Intramural Sports registration is open now through September 14 for flag football, soccer, and dodgeball. Looking ahead, students can join the Student Government Association for the SGA Meet & Greet Breakfast on Tuesday, September 15, from 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM on the 1st floor of the HEC.

This issue also includes the Fall 2026 JSSOM PA/MD Election results, a call for volunteers for the 2027 UTMB Legacy Yearbook, and details about MSDCI at UTMB’s First General Meeting on September 15.

Students can also read updates from Moody Medical Library, including information about library renovations and the opportunity to apply for the Moody Medical Library Student Advisory Board.

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08/31/2026

To: UTMB Faculty, Staff, and Students
Date: Aug. 31, 2026
Subject: Weather Advisory: Potential tropical weather

Current Status: Normal Operations

UTMB is monitoring a tropical disturbance currently located in the Gulf that could bring increased rainfall tomorrow and Wednesday.

UTMB operations remain normal, and no operational changes are anticipated at this time. We will continue to monitor the forecast closely and provide updates if conditions change.

08/27/2026

This week’s Student News & Notes is full of fall updates, student organization reminders, and ways to get involved at UTMB!

Thank you to everyone who came out to the Island Vibes Welcome Back Bash! Students who connected with organizations can find them in the Quay Portal and keep the momentum going.

Fall Intramural Sports registration opens tomorrow, August 28, and will include flag football, soccer, and dodgeball. Registration closes September 14, so be sure to check IMLeagues for details.

This issue also includes an important reminder for student organizations to complete the 2026–2027 transition process, information about the SGA JSSOM PAS/MD Elections, and a call for volunteers for the 2027 UTMB Legacy Yearbook.

Looking ahead, save the date for the SGA Meet & Greet Breakfast and MSDCI at UTMB’s First General Meeting on Tuesday, September 15.

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08/20/2026

Sign up to join the yearbook committee!!!📓🤩🌻🩺📸 there are many opportunities to join a subcommittee, or you can even just submit pictures to be used for the yearbook!

08/15/2026

Congratulations to the UTMB John Sealy School of Medicine Physician Assistant Studies Class of 2026!

We’re excited to celebrate your achievements at the commencement ceremony tomorrow, Saturday, August 15 at 10:00 a.m. Doors will open at 9:00 a.m., and seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The ceremony will be broadcast live, allowing friends and family to join the celebration virtually. For more details, please visit: https://utmb.us/gcz

08/13/2026

This week’s Student News & Notes includes important campus updates, student leadership opportunities, and a save-the-date for a big welcome back event!

New and returning students are invited to the Island Vibes Welcome Back Bash on Wednesday, August 26, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM on the 1st floor of the Health Education Center. Join Student Life for food, fun, giveaways, and opportunities to connect with student organizations, campus resources, and local community partners.

This issue also includes information about a scheduled power outage affecting multiple Galveston campus buildings on Saturday, August 15, plus the opening of SGA Fall 2026 JSSOM PAS/MD Elections nominations.

Students can also learn more about volunteering with the 2027 UTMB Legacy Yearbook and other ways to get involved across campus.

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08/06/2026

Don't miss the Island Vibes Welcome Back Bash on August 26, 2026, hosted by the Office of Student Life. This event is an excellent opportunity for new and returning students to network, enjoy food, and learn about campus resources. Additionally, be aware of the scheduled power outage on August 15 affecting several campus buildings. Stay informed and engaged! .

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07/30/2026

This week’s Student News & Notes is full of ways to welcome the semester, celebrate campus community, and stay involved at UTMB!

Save the date for the Island Vibes Welcome Back Bash on Wednesday, August 26, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM on the 1st floor of the Health Education Center. New and returning students are invited to enjoy food, fun, giveaways, and the chance to connect with student organizations, campus resources, and local community partners.

This issue also includes a call for volunteers for the 2027 UTMB Legacy Yearbook, local volunteer opportunities, and a recap of the Office of Wellness Soccer Pop Up Challenge.

Students can also learn more about an upcoming talk on self-harm and su***de risk in correctional populations, the CUGH 2027 abstract submission opportunity, and the ongoing student organization transition process in the Quay Portal.

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07/29/2026

Shout out to everyone who came out to the JSSOM new student orientation!

We have over 100 student organizations for students to join! So, no matter what your interests are, we probably have an organization for it!

Check them out on our Quay Portal!
https://utmb.presence.io/organizations

07/27/2026