UTRGV Ring Information

UTRGV Ring FAQs

Will I be able to exchange my ring for one of the new designs when they become available?

Yes, if you are currently enrolled and purchased an official ring from Josten's you are eligible for one year after the premier to exchange your ring at no additional cost through warranty service.

Alumni may trade-in their ring for the petite design for a $55 remake fee through Josten’s warranty services for same quality.

Additional cost for any upgrades will apply.

Are payment plans available?

Yes, when you go through the purchase process on Josten's website you will be provided with more information.

Can I participate in the ring ceremony if I purchased a ring from another company?

No, Jostens is the only official ring vendor for UTRGV.

If I participate in a virtual ring ceremony, will I be able to participate in an in-person ring ceremony?

Yes, all ring recipients from Spring 2020, Fall 2020, and Spring 2021 will be invited to participate in an in-person ring ceremony once it has been deemed safe to host one.

I just graduated with my graduate degree, and I update my undergraduate ring to reflect my new degree?

If your undergraduate ring is a Jostens ring, you can get your ring updates at no charge.

When will the petite ring be available?

Two new petite ring designs will be made available for purchase early Fall 2021.

How can I upgrade my ring?

Yes, if you are currently enrolled and purchased an official ring from Jostens’ you are eligible for one year after the premier to exchange your ring through Josten’s Warranty Service.

Alumni may also trade-in their rings through this program as well.

Fees and charges for upgrades may apply. Please contact Josten’s Warranty Service for more information at 1.800.854.7464 or visit our website.

BE A PART OF

THE UTRGV LEGACY!

The UTRGV ring serves as a symbol of accomplishment. The ring is a connection between the past and future graduates that have earned the right to carve their name in vaquero legacy.

The first official UTRGV ring was revealed in 2017. The establishment of the ring tradition at UTRGV symbolized the unification of future and past vaqueros who have received bachelors, masters, doctorates, or doctorates in medicine. The first official ring was designed with input from students, staff, faculty, and alumni.

Student jewelry designers were tasked with creating preliminary designs that told the story of a student's educational journey. The official UTRGV ring design is a true testament to a ring design for students by students.

VAQUERO LEGACY

RING

TRADITION

The Ring Ceremony is a tradition that demonstrates school pride; where students receive their official UTRGV ring. This ceremony is an acknowledgment of the ring recipient's accomplishments while being surrounded and celebrated by friends and family.

As per tradition, students receiving their ring partake in the ceremonial “Orange V” – where students stamp their right index and middle fingers onto orange dye to make the orange “V” sign.

MEANING OF

THE RING

Sport your Vaquero pride with a design that consists of a suite of styles that has the same ring top design but varying sides or “shanks”.

The ring top can be selected in a metal or gemstone finish. Diamonds can also be added to the ring top. Students will be able to personalize the shanks based on their college, graduation year, and degree.

The vision and commitment to the design was an effort led by both staff and students to represent unity and recognition of academic achievement.

The UT Systems Seal represents “The Origin of Heraldic Arms”

The Book represents "Institution of Learning"

The Laurel and Star affirm "Victory and Triumph"

HOW TO ORDER

SELECT YOUR CAMPUS BELOW

SELECT YOUR DEGREE FROM THE COLLEGE RINGS CATALOG

SELECT YOUR RING SIZE AND PERSONALIZE IT TO YOUR LIKING

TAKE PART IN A ONCE IN A LIFETIME TRADITION AND CEMENT YOUR LEGACY

EDINBURG

The UTRGV ring is available to eligible students and alumni. Students will be eligible to purchase a ring upon completion of 75 credit hours.

UTRGV is excited to continue the legacy with two new ring designs. These new rings are NOW AVAILABLE to purchase. These new designs will be available to eligible students and alumni.

BROWNSVILLE

UTRGV student shows a v sing during the ceremonial V-Dunk

A variety of options for the UTRGV traditional ring design

A front view of the UTRGV ring shows the symbols that are engraved

SYMBOLISM & MEANING

TRADITIONAL DESIGN

A picture of the new petite UTRGV ring design.

THE ALL NEW

PETITE DESIGNS

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Rectangular Design

Round Design

Similar to the original collection showcasing the UTRGV wordmark with the rocking “R” and the UT System shield. Students will be able to change out the stone in the center of the seal to match their stone color of significance.

The ring top is rectangular in shape consistent with the original collection, but the shanks are slenderized. Students will be able to personalize the shanks with the engraving of their graduation year and degree.

Customizable options include:

A. The ring top will be available in metal or gemstone

B. Diamonds, cubic zirconia or gemstones can be added to the ring top

The ring top is round with more slender shanks than Design A. Engraving is an option for the inside of the band. All other design elements of the original design will not be present.

Customizable options include:

A. The ring top will only be available in metal

B. Diamonds, cubic zirconia or gemstones can be added to the ring top.

RING TOP DESIGN

NEW RING DESIGNS

SHANKS DESIGNS AND MEANING

Gonfalons
Unity and family groups

Palm
Stylized Sabal Palm recognizing our native ecology and represented on the Presidential medallion

Arches
An architectural signifier of Valley unity

Sunrays
Representation of our fruitful weather, illumination,
life, and rebirth

Year of Graduation & Degree of Study