UT Austin’s Alternative Breaks (AB) program sends small groups of college students to communities outside central Texas to engage in meaningful service during their academic year breaks. Our 5 Core Values are: Simplicity Community Service Learning Active Citizenship The application is open and closes October 7, 2015. All undergraduate students, regardless of… read more
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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
Have a Fun & Safe Summer
Summer is a great time for adventures and fun in the sun! Unfortunately, it’s also a prime time for accidents and ER visits. Check out this practical, tip-filled blog from the New York Times: This Summer, Safety First. From road trips, to hot summer days, to camping, and more: read… 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
