Welcome to the September edition of the Alumni Newsletter!
What an incredible start to the year we've had! From our first RedZone Tailgate to the Cardinal Takeover, we have been overjoyed to see so many alumni come together and showcase their Cardinal spirit!
Your energy and enthusiasm set the tone for an unforgettable year ahead—and we’re just getting started! With Homecoming right around the corner, we’re looking forward to welcoming you back to the Nest for more celebration, connection and Cardinal pride.
Discover upcoming events, catch up with this month’s alumni spotlight, and get ready for an unforgettable year!
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RedZone
Tailgate:
UIW vs. ACU |
Saturday
September 27
Join us for the RedZone Tailgate as our Cardinal football team takes on Abilene Christian University at Gayle & Tom Benson Stadium. Come out and enjoy live music, delicious food and fun for the whole family!
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| Thursday
October 9
Explore a new hobby and join the Office of Alumni Relations at our Sipping and Painting class!
Led by UIW Art Professor Miguel Cortinas, this class is open to all levels of painters. Come explore your inner artist!
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Rehabilitation Sciences
2015 Reunion |
Saturday
October 18
The UIW School of Rehabilitation Sciences (formerly the UIW School of Physical Therapy) cordially invites the Class of 2015 to join us for your 10-Year Reunion. This special celebration is exclusively for 2015 alumni.
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Career Services
Networking
Event |
Thursday
October 23
Join Career Services and the Office of Alumni Relations for a brand new networking event that will bring you tips and insights from an incredible panel of UIW alumni! To wrap up, you'll put your skills into action by connecting with students and fellow alumni.
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Snack N' Learn
Your Executive
Presence |
Thursday
October 23
This will be an interactive session with Dr. Trey Guinn that emphasizes how communication skills, presentation tips and interpersonal competencies enhance our executive presence and shape our effectiveness around the office and in the home.
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Saturday
October 25
Calling all spooky fanatics and candy lovers! Bring your little trick-or-treaters to campus for our annual Trunk-or-Treat event! Student groups from across UIW decorate their vehicles with different Halloween themes and pass out candy to all who dare to stop by.
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Wednesday
October 29
Enjoy a tailored trip to the Historic Pearl District designed especially for UIW Homecoming 2025. Take a tour of bars and restaurants in the heart of San Antonio's iconic destination for dining and nightlife.
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Thursday
October 30
Join us for a special evening honoring the UIW Athletics Hall Fame Class of 2025. In addition, we will celebrate this year’s Hall of Fame Honor Team, the 2009-2010 Men’s Swimming & Diving team.
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| Saturday
November 1
This event is perfect for those doing their first 5K and seasoned competitors alike. You can run, jog or walk through the course, with the finish line located underneath UIW's iconic clock tower!
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RedZone
Tailgate:
UIW vs. Lamar |
Saturday
November 1
Join us for our 2025 Homecoming RedZone Tailgate as our Cardinal football team takes on Lamar University. Enjoy live music and vendors, eat BBQ and experience fun for the whole family!
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Track & Field
Alumni
Reunion |
Saturday
November 1
Join us immediately after the Homecoming game, at Red's Pub, for a Track & Field and Cross Country Alumni Gathering! Enjoy great food and drinks while reminiscing with old teammates and coaches.
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Saturday
November 1
Calling all UIW Band alumni! Grab your instruments and get ready for a day filled with UIW pride! Join the UIW Band at the Football Homecoming game as we take on Lamar University.
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There's No Place Like Home-Coming
Whether you came here as a Crusader or a Cardinal, attended the College or the University, we welcome everyone back for Homecoming 2025. Under the theme “There’s No Place Like Home-coming”, we’re reminded that no matter where life’s journey has taken us, there’s something truly special about returning to the traditions, faces and Mission that make Incarnate Word home.
Use the link below to explore the Homecoming schedule and register for your favorite events today!
Early bird registration and pricing ends on September 30.
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Taylor W. Randle, DPT '15 |
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“Things may not always go our way at first, but with humility, agility and grace, you will find yourself where you want to be.” These words can deeply resonate with students entering university with clear visions of their future, reminding them that growth often comes through unexpected paths. For Taylor Randle ’15, his humility and grace led him down a very unexpected path that was eagerly welcomed.
From a young age, Randle hoped to find a career within the world of professional sports, but the idea of starting his own practice didn’t occur to him until he started his studies at UIW back in 2012, as part of the inaugural Doctor of Physical Therapy program. During his three years at UIW, Randle had unique experiences with staff and classmates as they navigated this new, exciting and sometimes even nerve-wracking, new program. The journey was not easy, though the challenges he faced came with lifelong friendships and bonds that Randle continues to carry with him today.
Randle now serves as a proud Physical Therapist on the Human and Player Performance Staff for the Oklahoma City Thunder. When he received the offer, Randle knew this was not only an opportunity of a lifetime, but also a childhood dream coming true. Making the move to Oklahoma City was no easy decision, as Randle struggled with leaving a clinic that he had just helped open less than 12 months earlier. However, after prayerful consideration, he decided the transition to the NBA was an opportunity he couldn’t pass up. In the years since joining the Thunder, Randle has focused on delivering high-level care to his patients as a highly trained manual and orthopedic specialist. Seeing the players' developments over the years has been fulfilling for Randle to witness and experience.
Off the court, Randle is an avid music, art and sports fan. When work and travel do not occupy his time, you can find Randle at a concert, festival, sports game or gallery. With such a demanding career, Randle relies on the quality time spent with family, friends and his dog, Winston, to keep him grounded.
If Randle could give one piece of advice to current Cardinals, it would be this: “Stay the course- perfect your craft and stay ready. Taking the quickest route becomes much more enticing than doing the work. Take on the challenge- learn from your triumphs and mistakes along the way. It truly is about the journey.”
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