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Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium logo Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium logo
Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium logo
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Janet Vackar holding a Vackar #25 football jersey Janet Vackar holding a Vackar #25 football jersey
Janet Vackar holding a Vackar #25 football jersey
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Janet Vackar at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Janet Vackar at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Janet Vackar at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium logo Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium logo
Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium logo
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Janet Vackar at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Janet Vackar at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Janet Vackar at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Dr. Bailey presenting the Vackars with a trophy Dr. Bailey presenting the Vackars with a trophy
Dr. Bailey presenting the Vackars with a trophy
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Press conference attendees getting t-shirts Press conference attendees getting t-shirts
Press conference attendees getting t-shirts
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Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium t-shirt Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium t-shirt
Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium t-shirt
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Dr. Guy Bailey speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Dr. Guy Bailey speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Dr. Guy Bailey speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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The Vackars applauding at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium The Vackars applauding at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
The Vackars applauding at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Dr. Guy Bailey speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Dr. Guy Bailey speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Dr. Guy Bailey speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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The Vackars at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium The Vackars at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
The Vackars at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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The Vackars at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium The Vackars at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
The Vackars at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Chasse Conque speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Chasse Conque speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Chasse Conque speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Chasse Conque speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Chasse Conque speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Chasse Conque speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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The Vackars applauding at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium The Vackars applauding at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
The Vackars applauding at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Chasse Conque speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Chasse Conque speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Chasse Conque speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Chasse Conque speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Chasse Conque speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Chasse Conque speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Natasha Del Barrio speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Natasha Del Barrio speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Natasha Del Barrio speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Natasha Del Barrio speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Natasha Del Barrio speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Natasha Del Barrio speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Janet and Robert Vackar speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Janet and Robert Vackar speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Janet and Robert Vackar speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Janet and Robert Vackar speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Janet and Robert Vackar speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Janet and Robert Vackar speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Coach Bush on stage with the Vackars at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Coach Bush on stage with the Vackars at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Coach Bush on stage with the Vackars at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Coach Bush on stage with the Vackars at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Coach Bush on stage with the Vackars at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Coach Bush on stage with the Vackars at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Coach Bush and Dr. Bailey on stage with the Vackars at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Coach Bush and Dr. Bailey on stage with the Vackars at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Coach Bush and Dr. Bailey on stage with the Vackars at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Coach Bush on stage with the Vackars at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Coach Bush on stage with the Vackars at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Coach Bush on stage with the Vackars at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Coach Bush on stage with the Vackars at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Coach Bush on stage with the Vackars at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Coach Bush on stage with the Vackars at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Dr. Bailey, Chasse Conque and Coach Bush on stage Dr. Bailey, Chasse Conque and Coach Bush on stage
Dr. Bailey, Chasse Conque and Coach Bush on stage
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Dr. Bailey presenting the Vackars with a jersey Dr. Bailey presenting the Vackars with a jersey
Dr. Bailey presenting the Vackars with a jersey
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Janet Vackar holding a Vackar #25 football jersey Janet Vackar holding a Vackar #25 football jersey
Janet Vackar holding a Vackar #25 football jersey
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Janet Vackar holding a Vackar #25 football jersey Janet Vackar holding a Vackar #25 football jersey
Janet Vackar holding a Vackar #25 football jersey
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Janet Vackar holding a Vackar #25 football jersey Janet Vackar holding a Vackar #25 football jersey
Janet Vackar holding a Vackar #25 football jersey
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Dr. Guy Bailey speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Dr. Guy Bailey speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Dr. Guy Bailey speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Dr. Guy Bailey speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Dr. Guy Bailey speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Dr. Guy Bailey speaking at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Press conference attendees getting t-shirts Press conference attendees getting t-shirts
Press conference attendees getting t-shirts
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Press conference attendees getting t-shirts Press conference attendees getting t-shirts
Press conference attendees getting t-shirts
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Press conference attendees getting t-shirts Press conference attendees getting t-shirts
Press conference attendees getting t-shirts
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Press conference attendees getting t-shirts Press conference attendees getting t-shirts
Press conference attendees getting t-shirts
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Press conference attendees getting t-shirts Press conference attendees getting t-shirts
Press conference attendees getting t-shirts
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Press conference attendees getting t-shirts Press conference attendees getting t-shirts
Press conference attendees getting t-shirts
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
Attendees at a press conference at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Someone taking a picture of the press conference
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The Vaquero at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium The Vaquero at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
The Vaquero at Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium
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Enduring Legacy: UTRGV names stadium after Robert and Janet Vackar

The Robert and Janet Vackar Stadium is in recognition of the couple’s extraordinary generosity to the university, including their latest gift

RIO GRANDE VALLEY – The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) announced Thursday that it is naming its newly acquired stadium the Robert and Janet Vackar Stadium.
 
The naming, which was granted in perpetuity, is in recognition of the Vackars' unwavering support of the football program when it was only a vision and their longstanding generosity to the university, including a new $20 million gift that was also announced Thursday.
 
The Robert and Janet Vackar Stadium will serve as the home of the upcoming Vaqueros Football program and will also host a variety of other university events. Both announcements were made during a press conference held on the newly named stadium field. 
 
"Supporting the establishment of a college football program isn't just about the game; it's about investing in the future," Robert Vackar said. "By pouring into the lives of young people through both education and athletics, we ensure they have the tools to succeed and a college experience that attracts new talent to our area and encourages residents to stay here. Retaining students in the Rio Grande Valley not only builds up our community but also fosters major growth and opportunity for generations to come."
 
Robert and Janet, both natives of the Valley and the owners and principal dealers of the Bert Ogden Auto Group, were raised by parents who owned local businesses, instilling in them the values of hard work, volunteerism and giving back to the community. United by a shared commitment, they are passionate about empowering students to achieve their educational goals.
 
UTRGV President Guy Bailey expressed profound gratitude for the Vackars' long history of friendship and visionary support of the university that currently serves more than 30,000 students.
 
"Robert and Janet Vackar's remarkable generosity and steadfast commitment to UTRGV exemplify the spirit of philanthropy and community leadership," Bailey said. "Their transformative support will have a lasting impact on our university, empowering us to enhance educational opportunities and enrich the lives of our students for generations to come."
 
UNRIVALED GENEROSITY 
The Vackars' philanthropy extends to numerous scholarships at UTRGV, and in recognition of their exceptional generosity, the College of Business was renamed to the Robert C. Vackar College of Business and Entrepreneurship in 2016.
 
Bailey said Robert and Janet Vackar's steadfast support for UTRGV from its inception has laid the foundation for the university's remarkable journey and current success.
 
"Their visionary contributions, which started just a few months after our university's opening, not only provided financial support but also bestowed instant credibility upon our institution," Bailey said. "Their early investments helped put UTRGV on the map and set the stage for our ongoing growth and impact. Their ongoing dedication continues to shape the trajectory of our university."
 
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