UTA professor nominated for national Emmy
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Julian Rodriguez, a broadcast journalism specialist at The University of Texas at Arlington, and his colleagues at Catholic University of Colombia and The Weather Channel en Español have been nominated by the National Academy for Television Arts & Sciences for a 45th Annual News and Documentary Emmy Award in the Outstanding Investigative News Coverage in Spanish category.
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The start of each semester is an exciting time, as well as a time of full parking lots and more traffic. Be sure to add extra time and patience to your commute. Use UTA Parking Finder to help you find available spots on campus. Parking permits are now available for purchase at MavPark.
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| Campus preparations for excessive heat
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During times of high temperatures and expected higher demand on the University’s chill water cooling system, UTA Facilities Management will take several steps to manage chill water use and recommends these measures for the campus community to help lessen cooling demands in buildings.
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Join Gen2Gen for a Chick-Fil-A lunch as the employee network celebrates its first year, welcomes new members, and kicks off its reading of The Remix: How to Succeed in the Multigenerational Workplace today, Thursday, Aug. 1, 1-2:30 p.m. in Room 104 of Trinity Hall.
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| Outstanding Assessment Practitioner Award
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One faculty member, one staff member, a staff runner-up, and a faculty runner-up will be recognized with the Outstanding Assessment Practitioner Award in September. Nominees will be full-time faculty or staff members who exceed their job's assessment requirements to promote teaching and learning. Outstanding Assessment Practitioners will each receive a $1,000 honorarium and trophy, and runners-up will each receive a $500 honorarium and trophy. Submit a nomination form by 11:59 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9. Direct any questions about the Outstanding Assessment Practitioner awards to Alexander Anokhin.
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UTA Police Officer Jason Norrid graduated from West Texas A&M with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice in December 2021 and set out to fulfill his life-long dream of being a police officer. While in college, he gained experience as a public safety officer at Lubbock Christian University, and after graduation, he got his start as a police cadet at Lubbock Police Department. In December 2022, He started at UTA PD, excited to return to the University atmosphere and serve as a mentor and guardian to college students and the UTA community.
Norrid received a Life-Saving Award in May 2024 for his efforts during an emergency involving a student.
“Officer Norrid’s quick and decisive actions in a critical moment exemplify the kind of bravery and competence that we strive to achieve here at UTA and demonstrate why he is a great addition to this department,” Assistant Chief of Police Jennifer Stephenson says. “His actions show his deep commitment to ensuring the safety of students, faculty, and staff. By saving a life, Officer Norrid made a significant and tangible impact on the campus community.”
Norrid takes pride in providing exceptional police services, prioritizing professionalism and continuous improvement. “I get to protect and impact the lives of the campus community. I also get to work with some of my best friends,” he says. “It is the best job in the world.”
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MAFE Faculty Fellows Program
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The Center for Service Learning and the Maverick Advantage Faculty Engagement (MAFE) program will host a networking social on Thursday, Aug. 22, in Room 104 of Trinity Hall. Attendees can learn about new programs and initiatives, share ideas, or just catch up with other faculty. The event is open to all UTA faculty and staff. RSVP here.
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Prepare to embark on a mesmerizing digital voyage with Neon Renaissance: Echoes from the Digital Void. Purchase tickets for the UTA Planetarium event, set for tomorrow, Friday, Aug. 2, 7 p.m. It will be an electrifying fusion of enchanted visuals, pulsating electronic rhythms, and cutting-edge technology, all unfolding under the celestial canopy of the Planetarium dome. View other UTA Planetarium showtimes.
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| Prep Your Fall Courses Faster
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The Center for Distance Education is hosting a webinar for faculty members titled "Prep Your Fall Courses Faster!" The event will be Tuesday, Aug. 6, 12-1 p.m. Come learn how to use the multi-tool in DesignPlus to set all of your course due dates in half the time. Register here.
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UTA student to compete in the Olympics
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Aerospace engineering major Austen Smith will compete in the women's skeet shooting qualification round of the Olympics on Saturday, Aug. 3, with the final slated for Sunday, Aug. 4. Smith made her first Olympic appearance at 18 at the Tokyo Olympics in women's skeet and placed 10th overall.
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MAV Ready: Evacuation Stair Chair Training
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The Building Emergency Safety Team (BEST) and Environmental Health and Safety hosted MAV Ready: Evacuation Stair Chair Training last week. BEST coordinators and floor assistants learned how to use evacuation stair chairs that can be utilized by wheelchair users during an emergency evacuation. BEST coordinators and floor assistants serve as primary contacts for their unit, department, or building in emergency situations. To inquire about the BEST program, email Aurora Some at aurora.some@uta.edu
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UTA professor works to better serve the homeless
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The Women’s Faculty and Staff Network will hold a fall welcome back event on Monday, Aug. 26, from 4-6 p.m. at the University Club in the University Administration Building. Join for an an evening of engagement, refreshments, and remarks from President Cowley. This will be an exciting opportunity to make introductions, reconnect, and set the stage for the upcoming academic year.
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If you don't have a Mav ID, you can get one before the beginning of the semester to avoid waiting in line. Schedule a 15-minute window or stop by Mav Express during business hours Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mav Express will also offer extended hours Saturday, Aug. 17-Sunday, Aug. 18, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Contact mavexpress@uta.edu with any questions.
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Join the UTA community Thursday, Sept. 5, in celebrating the world champion Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field for UTA Night at the Rangers! UTA Alumni Relations has designated adjacent sections for UTA Alumni in the Karbach Sky Porch and Outfield Pavilion. Buy UTA section tickets here. If you prefer alternate seating locations, find additional UTA tickets here. Tickets purchased through either link will come with a co-branded Texas Rangers/UTA Mavericks cap.
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