Winterfest 2024 schedule of events
by Green & Gold News |
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UAA Winterfest runs Feb. 24-March 2. Celebrate all things Green & Gold with an eclectic line-up of events and activities on campus and throughout Anchorage.
Saturday, Feb. 24
UAA in Rondy Grand Parade | Saturday, Feb. 24, 9:30 a.m. | Downtown Staging Area
Join UAA students, alumni and staff as they march in the Fur Rondy Parade! Sign up by Feb. 21 to walk with UAA. Participants will meet by 9:30 a.m. Parade begins at 10:30 a.m.
Monday, Feb. 26
Good Day, Seawolves! | Monday, Feb. 26, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Student Union
Join Fraternity and Sorority Life for a midday break with free snacks and resources.
Tuesday, Feb. 27
Good Day, Seawolves! | Tuesday, Feb. 27, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Enrollment Services
Come enjoy pancakes with Enrollment Services, learn more about services offered and upcoming Winterfest events!
Chat with Chancellor Parnell | Tuesday, Feb. 27, noon-1 p.m. | Student Union, Upstairs Lounge
Join UAA Chancellor Sean Parnell for an informal chat, as he shares the latest news about UAA and answers questions. Submit your questions in advance!
Wednesday, Feb. 28
Good Day, Seawolves! | Wednesday, Feb. 28, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Student Union
Join Student Engagement & Inclusion for a midday break with free snacks and resources.
Noon Music: Dawn McClain | Wednesday, Feb. 28, noon | Student Union
Enjoy a free musical experience by singer Dawn McClain.
Thursday, Feb. 29
Winterfest Art & Music in the Quad | Thursday, Feb. 29, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Cuddy Hall / Cuddy Quad
Create graffiti on ice and snow with water-based spray paint during this Winterfest edition of Concerts in the Quad! We'll have music, food trucks and items from the Culinary Arts Bakery Cart to keep you warm and entertained as you design stencils to create your masterpiece during this lunchtime event.
Women's Basketball vs. Seattle Pacific - Community and Technical College | Thursday, Feb. 29, 5:15 p.m. | Alaska Airlines Center
Cheer on the Seawolves as they host Seattle Pacific University.
Men's Basketball vs. Seattle Pacific - Community and Technical College | Thursday, Feb. 29, 7:30 p.m. | Alaska Airlines Center
Cheer on the Seawolves as they host Seattle Pacific University.
Friday, March 1
UAA Grad Fair | Friday, March 1, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Seawolf Store
Visit the Seawolf Store and get everything you need for spring commencement! Order your cap and gown, get 20% off clothing and gifts, 5% off diploma frames, and pick up your guest tickets (graduates must RSVP to attend the ceremony before claiming their five tickets).
Seawolf Hockey vs. Stonehill | Friday, March 1, 7:07 p.m. | Avis Alaska Sports Complex
Cheer on the Seawolves as they host game one against Stonehill.
BANFF Mountain Film Festival | Friday, March 1, 7 p.m. | Wendy Williamson Auditorium
Get ready for a thrilling experience at UAA! The BANFF Mountain Film Festival World Tour is back, bringing you a new selection of the year's most exciting and inspiring films. Dive into a world filled with daring adventures, stunning scenery and inspiring stories. Grab your tickets now for a memorable night that celebrates the unyielding spirit of the mountains. Join us for an extraordinary journey and experience the adventure that awaits!
Saturday, March 2
UAA Rondy Car Show - Winter Edition! | Saturday, March 2, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Auto/Diesel Technology Building (indoor/outdoor)
This indoor/outdoor event showcasing Alaska’s winter vehicles features the latest in four-wheel drive trucks from partners Lithia Kia and Anchorage Chrysler. Check out Alaska Army National Guard’s aquatic, fully arctic winterized and amphibious Small Unit Support Vehicle (SUSV) and C-Truck utility vehicle used to set up operations in remote locations. See Anchorage Police and Fire trucks, explore UAA Community & Technical College’s garage of vehicles and technology, and talk to industry experts who work with these rigs on the job.
UAA Grad Fair | Saturday, March 2, noon-6 p.m. | Seawolf Store
Visit the Seawolf Store and get everything you need for Spring Commencement! Order your cap and gown, get 20% off clothing and gifts, 5% off diploma frames, and pick up your guest tickets (graduates must RSVP to attend the ceremony before claiming their five tickets).
Rondy Family Skate with Spirit and the Critters | Saturday, March 2, 2:30-3:30 p.m. | Westchester Lagoon
Lace up your skates and bring the family for ice skating at Westchester Lagoon!
Seawolf Hockey vs. Stonehill | Saturday, March 2, 3:07 p.m. | Avis Alaska Sports Complex
Cheer on the Seawolves as they host game two against Stonehill starting with the Rondy Royalty Puck Drop.
Gymnastics Team Open Gym | Saturday, March 2, 6:45-7:30 p.m. | Alaska Airlines Center
Get in the sporting spirit before the basketball game by watching the UAA Gymnastics team do some jumps, flips and spins. You will not regret it when you see the artistry of every move.
Women's Basketball vs. Montana State Billings - College of Health | Saturday, March 2, 5:15 p.m. | Alaska Airlines Center
Cheer on the Seawolves as they host Montana State Billings.
Men's Basketball vs. Montana State Billings - College of Health | Saturday, March 2, 7:30 p.m. | Alaska Airlines Center
Cheer on the Seawolves as they host Montana State Billings.
BANFF Mountain Film Festival | Saturday, March 2, 7 p.m. | Wendy Williamson Auditorium
Get ready for a thrilling experience at UAA! The BANFF Mountain Film Festival World Tour is back, bringing you a new selection of the year's most exciting and inspiring films. Dive into a world filled with daring adventures, stunning scenery and inspiring stories. Grab your tickets now for a memorable night that celebrates the unyielding spirit of the mountains. Join us for an extraordinary journey and experience the adventure that awaits!
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