Fall is upon us! We at the International Office are looking forward to cool(er) weather, the return of Starbucks’ pumpkin spice lattes and our favorite–providing you with another Texas Excursion! On Saturday, October 17, we invite you (and your family!) to join us at Sweet Berry Farm in Marble Falls, Texas. Sweet… read more
Texas Excursion: The State Fair of Texas!
It’s time for another Texas Excursion! On October 3rd, International Student and Scholar Services is headed to the one and only State Fair of Texas! Held in the Fried Food Capital of Texas, the annual state fair in Dallas is not only packed with fried food, but shows, competitions, carnival… read more
Yeehaw! Fall 2015 Texas Excursions Tickets Available Now!
Miss out on our San Antonio trip? Eager for another adventure? International Student and Scholar Services has you covered! This fall, our Texas Excursions will be sending you all over: Saturday, September 19th Natural Bridge Caverns and San Marcos Premium & Tanger Outlets San Antonio & San Marcos Saturday, October 3rd State Fair of… read more
Texas Excursion: Visit San Antonio
The first stop in this excursion is the San Antonio Botanical Garden. The garden has 38 acres of seasonal flowerbeds and year-round flowerbeds. It also has different areas such as the Texas Native trail, which consists of plant communities typically found in the Hill Country, East Texas Piney Woods, and… read more
Texas Excursion: Schlitterbahn Waterpark
Schlitterbahn Waterpark is in New Braunfels and is nestled along the banks of the Comal River. Schlitterbahn has over 3 miles of tubing adventures, 7 children’s water playgrounds, 17 water slides, the world’s first surfing machine, and 3 uphill water coasters spread over 65 acres. With all these attractions, it… read more
Texas Excursion: Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Six Flags Fiesta Texas is a theme park in San Antonio with many fun rides spread out over a 200-acre park! The park has various thrill rides, family rides, and kid’s rides. One of the rides opening this summer is the world’s first 4-D roller coaster, the Batman. In addition… read more
Texas Excursion: Enchanted Rock and Fredericksburg
What is Enchanted Rock? Enchanted Rock is an enormous pink granite rock formation that rises over Central Texas. This area was used by prehistoric people thousands of years ago, it is the source of several myths and legends, and it was designated a U.S. National Natural Landmark in 1971. After… read more
Texas Excursion: Rancho Cortez Dude Ranch
Have you ever wanted to have a ranch experience that is straight out of a Western film? Here’s your chance! Join us at Rancho Cortez for horseback riding, swimming, hiking, hay rides and more! Experience Western entertainment and fun against a beautiful Texas country backdrop. Fun activities planned for your… read more
Spend a Day in Rancho Cortez
Have you ever experienced the Texas you see in Western films? Looking to end your Spring Break on a high-note? Wanting to get out of the city for a day? Join the International Office on a wild-wild west, Dude Ranch experience on Saturday, March 21st! Rancho Cortez, a working cattle… read more
Texas Excursion: Six Flags Fiesta Texas – Holiday in the Park
Need a small break after end of the semester tests and before you start preparing for finals? Want to experience the holiday cheer with friends and other international students and scholars? Then join us on an excursion to Six Flags Fiesta Texas – Holiday in the Park on Saturday, December… read more