Now that we’re solidly into 2025, I wanted to check in and update you on this year’s reunion plans. First, a huge thank you to everyone who attended the 2024 reunion! It was incredible to see so many familiar faces returning to reconnect and reminisce about our time on the Forty Acres.

With UT’s move to the SEC, securing a block of football tickets for conference games has become increasingly difficult. Last year, we adjusted by hosting the reunion on an away-game weekend and gathered feedback from attendees. While overall responses were positive, opinions were split on whether to continue with away-game weekends or return to home-game weekends.

To strike a balance, we’ve decided to rotate each year and reevaluate as needed. For 2025, we are planning the reunion around a home football game and targeting an early-season matchup where we expect to secure a block of tickets. The two weekends under consideration are:

• September 13 (vs. UTEP) (most likely option)

• September 20 (vs. Sam Houston State)

Since game times won’t be announced until summer, we ask that anyone planning to attend save both dates for now. Once kickoff times are confirmed, we’ll finalize the reunion weekend. A later game time (afternoon or evening) would be ideal to avoid conflicts with our event schedule.

Game Day Options

For those who prefer to avoid stadium traffic and potential heat, we plan to host a watch party at our event venue—hopefully at the Glickman Center at the ROTC Building again this year. This will allow alumni to enjoy the game together without the hassle of navigating the stadium.

Your Input Matters

We want to hear from you! If you have questions, feedback, or suggestions, please reach out. Our Board of Directors meets in May, and I’ll be sure to bring any new ideas to the discussion.

I’m honored to be part of this incredible alumni community and look forward to keeping this tradition alive. Stay tuned for updates, and as always—

Hook ’em!

Launtz Rodgers

Class of 1994

UTNROTC Alumni Foundation President