UTA’S E‑NEWSLETTER FOR FACULTY AND STAFF

Celebrating 130 years, UTA MavWire

MONDAY, APRIL 7, 2025

Maverick Speakers Series, Ice-T, April 16, 7:30 p.m.

Ice-T at Texas Hall

As part of the Maverick Speakers Series, musician, actor, and author Ice-T will share his story of resilience and success in his lecture “Overcoming Adversity: From Streets to Stardom” on Wednesday, April 16, at 7:30 p.m. in Texas Hall. Tickets are free for faculty, staff, and students and just $5 for the community. Reserve your tickets at utatickets.com.

Ready, Set, Register!

Registration begins today

Registration for summer and fall begins today, Monday, April 7. Help the Maverick advising community remind students of these three easy steps so they are ready and cleared for spring registration: Confirm summer and fall courses with their advisor, clear any registration-preventing holds, and check for their date to begin enrolling! Students should log in to MyUTA to complete these action items.

U T A student wearing 130th anniversary T-shirt

130th anniversary merchandise now available

Don’t miss out on your chance to purchase 130th anniversary clothing and gifts in the UTA Bookstore and online. You’ll find items like golf shirts, chargers, and tumblers to help you celebrate UTA's milestone year in style.  

A Fallen Maverick, the Maverick community gathers to honor the lives of students, faculty, and staff who have passed, honoring their contributions to the U T A family, UTA Ambassadors, UTA Counseling and Psychological Services

A Fallen Maverick

The Maverick community is invited to the inaugural Fallen Maverick ceremony Friday, April 11, 5-7 p.m. in Texas Hall. The program will include a speech from UTA President Jennifer Cowley, a presentation of colors from UTA's ROTC, and a roll call of remembrance. Let’s come together to remember, reflect, and honor the legacy of students, faculty, and staff who have passed away. For more information about A Fallen Maverick, email utaambassadors@uta.edu.

National Public Health Week 2025, April 7-11

National Public Health Week

National Public Health Week, happening now through Friday, April 11, provides opportunities to engage with students, learn about vital health initiatives, and promote wellness for all. View planned activities.

Previous CRTLE Faculty Showcase

CRTLE Faculty Showcase 

The Center for Research on Teaching and Learning Excellence (CRTLE) will hold a faculty showcase Thursday, April 17, 4-6:30 p.m. in Room 104 of Trinity Hall. Enjoy appetizers and drinks and learn about faculty innovations in this mix-and-mingle event. Watch an overview video about the event and register to attend.

Photo of attendees at a previous Faculty/Staff Mixer

Faculty/Staff Mixer 

The Staff Advisory Council will host its Faculty/Staff Mixer Friday, April 11, 12-2 p.m. in Room 133 of the Maverick Activities Center. RSVP to attend this Maverick networking event. If you have questions, contact sac@uta.edu.

UTA Center for Service Learning, you're invited! Student Service Learning Showcase

Student Service Learning Showcase

Come hear how students are involved in the community at the Student Service Learning Showcase Friday, April 11, 8-11 a.m. on the first floor of Trinity Hall. Breakfast is included. RSVP to attend.

Honors Research Symposium

Honors Research Symposium 

The Honors Research Symposium, held Friday, April 11, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., showcases the hard work of our Honors students. The free event, open to faculty, staff, students, and the larger community, will be held in the Rio Grande Ballroom of the University Center.

Attendees of a Student Employee Appreciation party

Staff volunteers needed

The Career Development Center is looking for staff volunteers to assist with setting up and distributing food, drinks, and T-shirts at the Student Employee of the Year celebration on Monday, April 14, at Brazos Park. Volunteers are needed from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Sign up to volunteer by Friday, April 11.

2025 UT Living Well Team Challenge, Spring Forward, April 1-May 4, 5-week challenge, Learn more at UTLimeade.com

Spring Forward Challenge

It’s not too late to join UT System’s Spring Forward Challenge. Groups of three to five participants are encouraged to collectively log 1 million steps from April 1 to May 4. For more information, visit the UTA Wellness webpage.

ShakeSmart

ShakeSmart

Stop by ShakeSmart, located in the Maverick Activities Center, to try the shake of the month—the cinnamon toast crunch! With 25 grams of protein, this shake is the perfect way to fuel your day. ShakeSmart accepts most major credit cards, dining dollars, or a meal swipe during specific time frames. Visit ShakeSmart’s website to explore the menu. 

University Center

AVP candidate presentations

Faculty and staff are invited to watch and provide feedback on presentations from the candidates for the assistant vice president or associate vice provost of online learning and academic innovation.

  • Learn more about the role.
  • Watch the first candidate’s presentation and fill out the evaluation survey.
  • Watch the second candidate’s presentation and fill out the evaluation survey.
  • Watch the third candidate’s presentation and fill out the evaluation survey.
laptop on a desk, near financial documents

Increased borrowing 

A study by Sima Jannati, an assistant professor in the Department of Finance and Real Estate, shows that advancements in financial technology and the rise of peer-to-peer lending have led to a rapid increase in unsecured personal debt. Read about what is causing an increase in emotion-driven borrowing.

Postdoc research day

Postdoc Research Day

Postdoctoral Success invites the UTA research community to Postdoc Research Day on Wednesday, April 30, 3-5 p.m. at the second-floor atrium of the Science & Engineering Innovation & Research building. Postdocs may submit an abstract by Thursday, April 17. 

Coming soon: Enhanced versions of MavPlanner, MavScheduler, and MavInspire

Enhanced MavPlanner, MavScheduler, and MavInspire

This spring, enhanced versions of MavPlanner, MavScheduler, and MavInspire will be available at UTA. The enhanced systems will see updated user interfaces and functionality. Leveraging improved technology will put actionable data for engagement and early alerts in the hands of faculty and staff. The tools will also allow staff to effectively assist students with planning a clear path to graduation.

 

Coming Up

TUESDAY, APRIL 8 

UTA Baseball vs. Texas Christian University

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9

"Earth Day and the Environmental Movement in Texas" Mini-Exhibit

CMAS Distinguished Lecture

THURSDAY, APRIL 10

SpringFest Concert

FRIDAY, APRIL 11 

Chocolate in the Archives

See more at events.uta.edu,

webapp.uta.edu/hr-training, and

uta.edu/business-affairs/training.

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