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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2024

WAC Volleyball Tournament Nov. 21-23

WAC Volleyball Tournament

Get ready to cheer on your regular season champions in the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) volleyball tournament. The Mavericks will begin competing in the WAC Tournament hosted at College Park Center at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21. A victory on Thursday would earn the team the chance to compete again at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22. If the Mavericks remain undefeated on Friday night, they will play again at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23. Purchase tickets at utatickets.com.

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MyUTA is live

MyUTA, a one-stop destination for your UTA experience, is now live! Users can access frequently used tools, such as academic resources, UTA email, campus maps, and parking availability. MyUTA is hosted at my.uta.edu, which is the new way to find MyMav. There are no changes to the MyMav login process.

Transform your retirement with expert insights

Future-proof finances

Attention Mavericks: Transform your retirement with expert insights from Corey Callaway. Learn how to reduce taxes and protect your future in Callaway Financial's exclusive monthly webinars. Register today for Nov. 20-21 sessions.

International Education Week, mapping the maze of global education

International Education Week

International Education Week kicks off today, Monday, Nov. 18, with the opening of the See the Unseen Photo Gallery. The Department of Global Engagement and the Office of International Education are honoring international education throughout the week by hosting a variety of events on campus. 

Amanda Perez, director of Fraternity and Sorority Life, and Shaunda Musick, central development coordinator

Arlington's 40 under 40

The Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Arlington Today, recently announced this year’s list of 40 inspiring young leaders making a difference in the Arlington community. Amanda Perez, director of Fraternity and Sorority Life, Shaunda Musick, central development coordinator, and several UTA alumni were recognized as part of the 40 Under 40 class of 2024.

Postdoc spotlight research series, Dr.  Hmayag Partamian, postdoctoral research associate in the Department of Bioengineering

Spotlight research series

Hmayag Partamian, a postdoctoral research associate in the Department of Bioengineering, will present his research in the Postdoc Spotlight Research Series Wednesday, Nov. 20, 4-5 p.m. in Room 105 of Nedderman Hall. Refreshments will be served at 3:45 p.m. RSVP now.

Launched MavJourney, new employee website

Introducing MavJourney

The MavJourney Onboarding Hub, now live, was designed to ensure a smooth start for new employees. This essential resource features everything from onboarding task lists to HR resources, benefits information, and campus tools. Managers can rely on MavJourney to provide new team members with easy access to the information they need.

The Fort Worth Regional Science and Engineering Fair held in partnership with UTA

Professor honored for work on regional science fair 

In recognition of his dedication to the Fort Worth Regional Science and Engineering Fair, psychology Professor Yuan Bo Peng received the 2024 Individual Outstanding Community Service Award from the Dallas-Fort Worth Chapter of the Chinese Institute of Engineers. Dr. Peng has served as director of the fair since 2012, and participation has increased significantly under his leadership.

Ready, Set, Register!

Ready, Set, Register!

Registration for spring is underway. Remind students of these three easy steps so they are ready and cleared for spring registration: Make sure they have:

  • Confirmed spring courses with their advisor
  • Cleared any registration-preventing holds
  • Checked for their date to begin enrolling  

Students can log in to MyUTA to find their advisor, holds, and registration start date.

WISH Network Series launch event

WISH Network Series

The Women in Science and Healthcare Network Series will welcome a guest speaker and host a lunch tomorrow, Tuesday, Nov. 19, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on the third floor of the Social Work/College of Nursing and Health Innovation Smart Hospital building. Register now.

Apple Appreciation Sale, Save 10% on Mac & iPad

Apple sale at the bookstore

The bookstore will offer its best prices of the year on current Apple laptops, desktops, and tablets Nov. 18-22, both in store and online. Light refreshments will be provided from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on the days of the sale. Starbucks at the UTA Bookstore will have discounted drinks.

Brew and View: Advance your MRI research, Join us for a weekly conversation about MRI approaches over coffee and bagels, this week's focus: brain vessel imaging

Brew and View

Attend Brew and View to discuss MRI approaches over coffee and bagels. Learn about brain vessel imaging at the second session in this weekly series at 9 a.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, Nov. 19, in Room B52 of the Science & Engineering Innovation & Research building.

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Escape room

Join the Change and Process Improvement Team’s interactive escape room Thursday, Nov. 21, 10-11:30 a.m. in Room 104 of Trinity Hall. Solve puzzles collaboratively to boost your process improvement skills in a hands-on, fun environment. This in-person event has limited space, so register now to secure your spot.

Fall 2024 Honors Research Symposium

Honors Research Symposium

The Honors Research Symposium is the culmination of months of hard work and dedication of honors students who have conducted undergraduate research in various disciplines. This semester’s poster presentations will be Friday, Nov. 22, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in the Rio Grande Ballroom of the University Center. 

Unsaddled episode 6

Unsaddled docuseries

The sixth episode of Unsaddled features the regular season Western Athletic Conference Champion volleyball program, the men’s basketball team’s homecoming game, and the cross country team. Watch now.

Two people look at a laptop outdoors, Coursera

Coursera Career Academy

Transform your skills with the UTA Coursera Career Academy, offering 40-plus professional certificates in a range of disciplines from industry leaders. The UTA Coursera Career Academy is free for all Mavericks!

 

Coming Up

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19

Employee Day at the Planetarium

International Food Fair

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21

EpICMavs: Pitch Practice Workshop

Global Grounds

Third Thursday Think Tank

UTA Fall Jazz Concert

See more at events.uta.edu,

webapp.uta.edu/hr-training, and

uta.edu/business-affairs/training.

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