UTA’S E‑NEWSLETTER FOR STUDENTS

Celebrating 130 years, UTA TrailBlazer

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Celebrating 130 years, UTA, plaid background

Join the Tartan Design Competition 

If you have a passion for design and an eye for fashion, create a commemorative tartan design that captures the spirit of UTA’s 130th anniversary celebration and submit it to the Tartan Design Competition. The winning designer will receive a $1,000 scholarship and have their design featured on University merchandise sold in the UTA Bookstore. Submit your design by Friday, Feb. 28.

Student booth at a previous MavMarket

MavMarket

MavMarket, set for Wednesday, March 5, presents a unique platform for UTA student makers and creators to showcase their talents, products, and services. If interested, sign up to host a vendor table by Friday, Feb. 28.

Photo courtesy of Juan Velazquez, mural artist

Luka, loss, and the heartbreak of Mavs fans

Read a Q&A with UTA lecturer Matt Tettleton, who studies sports and culture. Dr. Tettleton unpacks the aftermath of the shocking Luka Dončić trade and the swirling emotions of Mavericks fans.

Get feedback on your resume!

Resumania

Have your resume reviewed by an employer at Resumania tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 26, 12-2 p.m. in the Rio Grande Ballroom of the University Center. Get valuable resume feedback in a 10-minute coaching session to polish your resume before the All Majors Job and Internship Fair.

Photos of cast members of Natasha Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812

Upcoming theatre arts performances

UTA’s Department of Theatre Arts and Dance presents Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812, the 2012 electropop opera by writer/composer Dave Malloy and based on Leo Tolstoy’s novel War and Peace. The show runs for six performances in UTA’s Studio Theatre from Feb. 26-March 2. Purchase tickets.

Fall 2024 graduates

Graduation application deadline

The deadline for May 2025 graduates to apply for graduation in MyMav is Monday, March 3. Before you apply to graduate, you should verify with your academic advisor that you are eligible to graduate at the end of the graduation application term. 

Join our Maverick Dining Focus Group Feb. 26-28, on-site insights

Maverick Dining Focus Group

Students, faculty, and staff can share their campus dining experiences while enjoying complimentary food and refreshments at the Maverick Dining Focus Group Feb. 26-28. Participants will be entered into drawings for Starbucks gift cards and have a chance to win a pair of Apple AirPods. Sign up now.

CMAS Speaker Series presents Edith Moreno

CMAS Speaker Series 

As part of the Center for Mexican American Studies Speaker Series, Edith Moreno will will present "Projectos Sociales Binacionales” in Spanish on Thursday, Feb. 27, 12:30-2 p.m. Learn more.

Maverick statues in front of the University Center

Ceremonial cannon firing

UTA’s Army ROTC will fire a cannon three times at approximately 2:05-2:10 p.m. Saturday, March 1, as part of its Hall of Honor Event. The shells fired will be half-loaded shells to minimize noise on campus.

Researchers in a lab

Summer 2025 research assistant applications

The UTA Research Institute is accepting research assistant applications for summer 2025 now though Monday, March 3. This is your opportunity to work alongside experienced research scientists, utilize state-of-the-art technology, and contribute to cutting-edge advancements that shape the future. Learn more and apply.

9Ds Wellness Fest, March 5, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Palo Duro Lounge, Learn about the 9 Dimensions of Wellness

Wellness Fest

Join the Office of Health Promotion to learn about the nine dimensions of wellness at the 9Ds Wellness Fest from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 5, in the Palo Duro Lounge of the University Center. There will be a photo booth, 90s music, and giveaways.

Free flu shots, in the Health Center, call 817-272-2771

Free flu shots

Students can get a free flu shot in the health center by calling 817-272-2771. Visit the Health Services website to learn more.

Open Education Week UTA Libraries, March 3-7

Open Education Week

Join the UTA Libraries in celebrating Open Education Week (OEW) 2025 March 3-7. OEW recognizes the innovations and achievements of the Open Educational Resources (OER) community over the past year. OER are free learning materials that students can access easily online. Learn more about OER.

Student Employment Success Series, Every Friday, 3-21-25-4-18-25, 2-3 p.m., Career Development Center

Student Employment Success Series

If you’re looking for a job on campus, apply to the Student Employment Success Series program by Friday, March 7. This series will equip you with the tools and skills you need to succeed in various student employment positions. More information is available on Handshake.

English for International Teaching Assistants

English proficiency test

The English Language Proficiency Assessment (ELPA) is now available to international teaching assistants who have not met UTA’s language requirements for graduate teaching assistants. Graduate students who have been recommended by their graduate advisor to take the ELPA can apply now. Interviews will take place March 3-7.

Tau Sigma group photo

Tau Sigma Honor Society

The Department of Transition Programs relaunched UTA's Tau Sigma Chapter in the summer of 2024. In addition to a newly appointed advisor, the chapter gained 111 new members in August. The chapter was recently notified that two of its members have been awarded scholarships for essays they submitted for a competition at the society’s national level. As the chapter continues to grow, any eligible members will receive an invite to join.

Wellness Workshop Buzzed and Blazed

Helping students navigate substance misuse

The Office of Health Promotion provides a wellness workshop, “Buzzed and Blazed,” to help students uncover the facts on substance misuse, its impact on students' well-being, and effective support strategies. This presentation can be customized for your student group. Click here to request this workshop. For more information, email health.promotion@uta.edu.

 

Coming Up

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27

Science Week: Free Planetarium Show

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28

UTA Baseball vs. Houston

UTA Softball vs. East Texas A&M

SATURDAY, MARCH 1

29th Annual NASA Benefit Powwow

See more at events.uta.edu and 

mavorgs.campuslabs.com.

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