TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2024
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The UTA volleyball team won the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) volleyball championship, marking the first conference championship since 2002 and the first WAC championship in program history. A 3-2 victory over the Grand Canyon Lopes on Saturday earned the Mavericks a spot in the NCAA Tournament. The Mavericks will find out where and when they play in the NCAA Tournament during the official selection show Sunday, Dec. 1, airing on ESPN at 5 p.m.
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You are invited to this year's annual Thanksgiving Dinner today, Tuesday, Nov. 26, 5-8 p.m. at the Connection Cafe. One meal plan swipe can be used to enter. Those without a meal plan will pay $10.89 at the door.
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| Kick off finals week with cookies!
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Stop by the University Center and the Commons foyer to get cookies, coffee, or cocoa Monday, Dec. 2, and Tuesday, Dec. 3, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Wrap up your semester with a treat.
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Join the Office of Health Promotion in bringing awareness to World AIDS Day Monday, Dec. 2, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Library Mall. There will be free HIV testing, free food, and free T-shirts.
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Library hours during finals week
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UTA Libraries will offer extended hours Dec. 2-11 to accommodate students during finals week. The library will be open:
- Dec. 2, 7 a.m.-4 a.m.
- Dec. 3, 7 a.m. begins 24-hour service
- Dec. 4-10, open 24 hours
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Dec. 11, end 24-hour service at 11 p.m.
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Vote for your favorite graduation cap design by giving it a "like" or a "love" on the UTA Facebook page. Cast your vote in the Grad Cap Contest by Monday, Dec. 2.
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UTA in DC, scheduled for March 9-13, 2025, is a unique leadership experience designed to immerse students in civic and government-related activities in the nation's capital. Travel, lodging, and per diem are covered for selected participants. If you’re interested, submit an application by Wednesday, Dec. 4. Contact seth@uta.edu if you have any questions.
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Graduate decal drive-thru
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Commencement is almost here, and it’s time to celebrate our graduates! Fall 2024 graduates can drive, walk, or roll by the University Center Circle Thursday, Dec. 5, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., to receive a free UTA alumni car decal, while supplies last. Contact alumni@uta.edu with any questions.
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Take care of remaining to-dos before the spring semester begins at the Student Solutions Hub Saturday, Dec. 7, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in the University Administration Building. Visit this one-stop shop to complete advising and registration, review your student account, evaluate payment plan options, discuss financial aid information, and more!
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| Spring registration is underway. Make sure you have:
- confirmed spring courses with your advisor
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cleared any registration-preventing holds
- checked for your date to begin enrolling
Log in to MyUTA to find your advisor, holds, and registration start date.
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| UTA's women's basketball team will take on the University of Houston Wednesday, Dec. 4, 6:30 p.m. at College Park Center. Don’t forget that students get into home basketball games for free with their MavID!
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| Employment-based visa update
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DACA recipients and other Dreamers who are pursuing academic degrees and careers in STEM, health care, teaching, and other fields that require specialized training may be eligible to pursue employment-based temporary visas, which would allow them to adjust their status and fill critical workforce needs while ensuring that U.S. employers and communities benefit from their contributions and talent. Please visit this website for more information. F-1 students interested in OPT (Optional Practical Training), please visit this website for more information.
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Veterans Upward Bound is collecting new socks for homeless veterans in its Socks For Service Drive though Tuesday, Dec. 10. Donations will be accepted at the Military and Veteran Services Center, the Follett Student Leadership Center, Room 706 of Carlisle Hall, the Financial Aid Office in the University Administration Building, and Veterans Lounge in Room 216 of the Library.
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Under Armour sale for students
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Under Armour is extending a discount to UTA students. Click here to get an additional 25% off your next purchase from ua.com. This single-use offer expires Tuesday, Dec. 31.
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| Russian immersion program
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This summer, the Department of Modern Languages is offering an opportunity for students with little or no prior knowledge of Russian to immerse themselves in the language for three weeks on the UTA campus. Sponsored and covered by the National Security Agency, the Russian immersion program allows eligible students to earn language credits at no personal expense. Apply by March 1, 2025.
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The University of Texas at Arlington
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