University of Dallas

Groundhog 2013

We are excited for you to join us this year as we celebrate the momentous occasion of our 50th Groundhog Anniversary.

The longest standing UD tradition consists of a proclamation involving the President and a groundhog sighting on the mall, a 5K run sponsored by Student Foundation, sporting events and a celebration at Groundhog Park for students, faculty, staff and alumni. With live bands, mini-bonfires, food, s'mores, hot chocolate and more, there's something for everyone.

The event is planned and sponsored by SPUD with the help of the Groundhog Committee and in conjunction with the Office of Student Activities and Alumni Relations.

Schedule of Events

THURSDAY, January 31

Groundhog TGIT, 9:00pm-12:00am (Rathskeller)
Join SPUD for this special TGIT where the Groundhog King & Queen will be crowned. Voting for King & Queen will take place in Haggar Foyer Wednesday & Thursday (January 30-31).

FRIDAY, February 1

Champagne Breakfast, 9:00-10:30am (Haggar Cafe)
Join the Senior Committee as we officially kick off Groundhog festivities with the Champagne Breakfast. Enjoy a free breakfast in the cafe with mimosas and hot chocolate.
Groundhog Day Movie Screening, 9:00am-5:00pm (Student Activities & Leadership Center)
Join us for a viewing of the movie starring Bill Murray all day long in the SALC.

SATURDAY, February 2

Student Foundation 5K, 10am (Tower)
Join Student Foundation for their annual 5K run around campus. Shirts will be handed out to those who finish the race. Click the link above for more information!
Alumni Soccer Game, 12pm (Soccer Pitch)
Rugby Football Game vs. SMU, 2pm (Rugby Pitch)
Powderpuff Football Game, Following the Rugby game (Rugby Pitch)
Party in the Park, 8:30pm-12:30am (Groundhog Park, Shuttles from Lynch Circle)
Click the link above for all the important details and ticket information!

Special Events for Alumni

Celebrating the 50th anniversary of our unique tradition means we're pulling out all the stops. The party this year is one for the books and we're going to go big. Alumni Relations is happy to join forces with the students this year.

We have something for everyone this year! If you want to wear galoshes and head out to the park, you can. If you want to stay warm and toasty inside the Rat you can! If you want to traverse between both events, you can!
In addition to the traditional groundhog celebration, the Office of Alumni Relations will be hosting an alternative groundhog extravaganza in the Rat!

Visit the Alumni page for more information about special events planned just for alumni!