(Photo courtesy of University of Guam)
The University of Guam invites the public to celebrate its 57th Charter Day on — the largest annual event on campus, drawing thousands of attendees — Thursday, March 6, 2025. Charter Day commemorates when the Territorial College of Guam was officially renamed the University of Guam in 1968.
With this year’s theme, “From Island Wisdom to Global Impact,” UOG highlights its deep cultural roots and its worldwide influence through its mission of “Ina, Deskubre, Setbe – To Enlighten, To Discover, To Serve.”
Members of the Yap Student Organization at the University of Guam present a cultural performance at the 2024 UOG Charter Day celebration. (Photo courtesy of University of Guam)
Students learn about brown tree snakes from the University of Guam Outreach and Extension exhibit at the 2024 UOG Charter Day celebration. Over 1,200 elementary to high school students from Guam’s public and private schools participated in campus tours during Charter Day last year. (Photo courtesy of University of Guam)
University of Guam Triton Store staff David Quintanilla (right) and Christine Concepcion (second from right) sell UOG logo merchandise at the 2024 Charter Day celebration. This year, over 50 vendors and 10 food trucks will be available at the Center Courtyard. (Photo courtesy of University of Guam)
High School Chemistry Students from Harvest Christian Academy compete in the 2024 Chemistry Titration Competition, which is held every Charter Day at the University of Guam. (Photo courtesy of University of Guam)
A Day of Festivities
The celebration kicks off at 9:30 a.m. with an opening ceremony at the Calvo Field House, followed by a full day of activities across campus. The Center Courtyard will feature food trucks, arts and crafts vendors, games, and family-friendly entertainment.
Throughout the day, UOG faculty, staff, and students will host a variety of engaging events, including the CHamoru Language Competition, Chemistry Titration Competition, cultural presentations and traditional huts, tours of UOG’s Marine Lab, Fine Arts programs, Virtual Aquifer, science and agriculture activities, drone and UOG Army ROTC demonstrations, and more!
Join the University of Guam on March 6 for a day of celebration, learning, and Triton Spirit!
For more information and the full schedule of activities, visit www.uog.edu/charterday.
(Photo courtesy of University of Guam)
