We Are GREEN+GOLD
At the U of A, GREEN+GOLD Day is every day.
It’s how we recognize the people who make our university community vibrant, inclusive and innovative. Whether you’re a student or part of our faculty, staff, alumni or partnerships, join us in celebrating our school colours. Wearing GREEN+GOLD and spreading school spirit throughout our campuses and communities impacts each and every one of us. It’s a powerful reminder that we all belong!
TGIGGF: THANK GOODNESS IT'S GREEN+GOLD FRIDAYS
We’re taking our own spin on the classic TGIF! Thank Goodness It’s GREEN+GOLD Fridays are where we celebrate our U of A school spirit and our vibrant community one colourful Friday at a time! Whether it's your favourite green t-shirt, head-to-toe U of A swag or an understated touch of gold with a lapel pin, show your spirit in a way that feels good to you. Subtle or bold, go GREEN+GOLD!
Although every Friday is a chance to show off your best GREEN+GOLD 'fit, this upcoming Spirit Day TGIGGF on Friday, Feb 7, 2025 is even more awesome than usual! There are a number of events across campus to help you get into the GREEN+GOLD school spirit in a big way!!!
Free GREEN+GOLD Swag: 12 noon - 1PM
Ambassadors will be handing out swag to students, staff and faculty wearing their best #GGOOTD (That's a "GREEN+GOLD Outfit of the Day). Find them roaming CAB, SUB and Van Vliet.
Lister Dining Hall
TGIGGF $10 all-you-can-eat lunch entry at Lister Dining Hall!
Bookstore
10% off all Bears and Pandas clothing (excluding accessories) to help you put together a great #GGOOTD for the Pandas Hockey game that evening! You can take advantage of this discount in-store and online at uab.ca/shop.
- Iced and Hot Green Tea Latte
- Lemon Loaf
SUBmart
25% Off for anyone wearing GREEN+GOLD on the following items:
- Sprite Slushie
- Green Apples
- Bananas
Dewey's
Specially priced Green and Gold Food/Drink Menu for anyone wearing GREEN+GOLD
Balmoral Lounge
Specially priced Green and Gold Food/Drink Menu for anyone wearing GREEN+GOLD
RATT
Special Priced Green & Gold Cocktail for anyone wearing GREEN+GOLD
GREEN+GOLD Spirit Days
Spirit Days are special events where we celebrate our school colours on a grander scale. GREEN+GOLD Spirit Days happen throughout the year — so keep watch here for updates on the next one!
GREEN+GOLD Spirit Day Volleyball Games
Date: Friday, Feb 7, 2025
Time: First game at 6PM. and followed by second game (approx 8PM)
Location: Saville, South Campus
Cheer on the Golden Bears and Pandas volleyball teams as they take on the UBC Thunderbirds! Take part in FREE swag giveaways, GREEN+GOLD face-painting, the t-shirt cannon and more! Get your tickets at betheroar.ca. (U of A student tickets are free, but still must be claimed through betheroar.ca)
U of A Staff: All University of Alberta full-time staff are eligible for a 35% discount on general admission tickets (up to 5 tickets/staff member) for each of the GREEN+GOLD Spirit Games. Full-time staff can access this ticket offer by using their U of A CCID email address.
U of A Alumni: All University of Alberta alumni (using their ualberta.ca email address) will have the opportunity to access Green & Gold Spirit Days (up to 5 tickets) at a discounted rate of 25%, claim your tickets here.
Alumni will need to contact U of A IST to get a UAlberta email address if they’ve lost access to the one they originally had.
And remember: In addition to the game, there are plenty of activies, specials and promos happening all day in celebration of this GREEN+GOLD Spirit Day. See the details above, under the TGIGGF heading.
Are You Team Green or Gold?
Discover your team colour. Are you a vibrant Green or a sparkling Gold? Find out!
Behold the GREEN+GOLD
Snap a selfie with Guba and Patches, paint your face green and gold or throw on your favourite U of A spirit wear (think hoodie, vintage letter jacket, tartan tie) — the point is, it’s all up to you! Just don’t forget to tag us on social media using @ualberta or #Ualberta when you show off your school spirit!
Why Green + Gold?
The University of Alberta has been home to green and gold since October 13, 1908. That’s the day the university’s Senate (functioning like our current day Board of Governors), at the suggestion of Marion Kirby Alexander, made the dynamic duo our official colours.
Green represents the vast prairie land flanked by deep spruce forests and symbolizes hope and optimism. Gold represents the harvest fields and symbolizes the light of knowledge. It’s also no coincidence that our lustrous river valley dons green and gold fall foliage!
These colours have evolved beyond mere pigments on our palette — they embody our school pride, resilience and identity. Today, green and gold adorns athletic team jerseys, convocation caps and a huge range of spiritwear. Our colours not only remind us of our rich heritage, but also serve as a vibrant canvas for our future stories.