MavsMeet Convocation is tonight
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Kick off the semester on the east side of campus at MavsMeet Convocation, today, Monday, Aug. 21, at 5:30 p.m. Join fellow Mavericks at College Park Center for an evening of UTA traditions, entertainment, and guest speakers.
This year's featured convocation speaker is Laurie Hernandez, American Olympic medalist in gymnastics, Dancing with the Stars champion, and author of two New York Times bestsellers.
After convocation, join fellow faculty and staff at a reception in the College Park Center Hospitality Suite. If you plan to attend, RSVP online.
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| Thousands participate in Move-In Day
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Of the thousand-plus students moving into The University of Texas at Arlington’s four residence halls and seven apartment communities this week, Tatiana Howell may have been among the most prepared.
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A UTA educator who was forced to flee Afghanistan when the Taliban regained control two years ago this month is leading an oral history project that elevates the voices of fellow Afghan women refugees.
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Two UTA programs are among 19 nationally selected as 2023 Examples of Excelencia finalists for their intentional, culturally relevant, evidence-based practices tailored to Latino students and their communities.
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Win a Starbucks gift card
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The first 150 people who purchase a Maverick Dining On-the-Go meal plan by Thursday, Aug. 31, will receive a $50 Starbucks gift card. Purchase yours today.
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Become a student conduct hearing officer
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The Office of Community Standards and Student Conduct is seeking volunteers to serve as hearing officers this academic year. To learn more, contact Charity Stutzman, assistant dean of students, at stutzman@uta.edu. The first Student Conduct Hearing Officer Training is Monday, Aug. 28.
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Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology Development names new executive director
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Paul J. Corson has been named the next executive director for UTA’s Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology Development. Starting in early September, Corson will be expected to develop relationships with investors and form industry partnerships to help students and faculty further develop and commercialize research findings.
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Volunteer for Maverick Cookout
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Volunteer shifts are available for Maverick Cookout Wednesday, Aug. 30, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Sign up for a 30-minute slot and help our students through the grill line and support an uplifting experience for everyone.
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| Urban Resilience Fellowship
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If you are interested in partnering with UTA's Office of Sustainability to boost urban resilience in North Texas, attend an upcoming information session about the Urban Resilience Fellow Program. RSVP for one of the sessions Tuesday, Sept. 5, or Thursday, Sept. 14.
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| New sustainability dashboard
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The Office of Sustainability has launched a sustainability dashboard to monitor, measure, and communicate UTA's progress toward sustainability goals and make informed decisions to drive positive change on campus. Email questions to mtare@uta.edu.
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| Junior faculty visit Washington
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Six junior faculty members were part of a UTA delegation that traveled to Washington, D.C., to make connections within federal agencies and learn about their funding priorities. UTA researchers will now be able to better tailor their grant applications and hopefully be more successful at winning awards from federal funders. UTA is pilot testing this strategy with plans to expand as the program matures.
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Behavior intervention referrals
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UTA's Behavior Intervention Team (BIT) works to support students of concern by providing support and connections to campus resources. If you are concerned for a student's well-being or if they are in distress, please refer them to BIT. To complete a BIT referral, use our referral form. If you need guidance, support, or training, contact the BIT Case Manager at connor.nickerson@uta.edu.
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