FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Greetings, Maverick!

We have reached the time of year when temperatures cool down and schedules boil over. Many of you have already taken your first exams of the semester. And while the fall brings the excitement of outdoor events, holiday gatherings, and autumn attire, it can also bring added stress. So it is important to prioritize self-care and ensure it isn’t something we wait to address in our spare time or, worse yet, only when we are feeling ill.

UTA is a community that cares, and we offer a wealth of resources to support the health and well-being of the entire Maverick community. We provide:

Success—whether academic or personal—begins with taking great care of ourselves! From getting enough sleep to eating right, from moving our bodies to making moves with our friends, and from staying on task to staying on budget, UTA has resources to match your goals and help you reach the healthiest and happiest version of yourself. I invite you to explore our 9 Dimensions of Wellness to learn more about what wellness is (and is not), as well as how you can get involved in promoting better health on campus.

I am so glad you have chosen to make UTA—a University of excellence—your home away from home. You belong here. And we have assembled a phenomenal team to ease your transition. Help, whenever you need it, is readily accessible. Have a fantastic fall and remember to Mav Up!

Be well,

 

Michelle Kelly, Ph.D.
Assistant Vice President, Health and Wellbeing

Division of Student Affairs