THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2023
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For the first time, Staff Advisory Council will host a Faculty and Staff Mixer in the Maverick Activities Center to feature motivational speakers, refreshments, and more. The mixer will be Friday, Nov. 10, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
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Homecoming Street Festival is back again this year! Enjoy a night of delicious food and fun-filled activities with family and friends. The festival will be Friday, Nov. 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Spaniolo Drive.
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College Park District gearing up for Homecoming
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On Saturday, Nov. 11, College Park District is hosting a Passport Scavenger Hunt during the Homecoming Tailgate from 12-3 p.m. Pick up your passport card at the table on Spaniolo Drive and collect stamps for swag or samples at each location. Fill up your passport and trade it in for a free T-shirt and a chance to win the grand prize.
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There are only a few days left in UT System’s Fall Into Fitness Challenge. Groups of three to five participants are encouraged to collectively log 1 million steps by Sunday, Nov. 12. For more information, visit UTA Wellness.
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International Education Week
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International Education Week,
Nov.13-17, celebrates the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. The Department of Global Engagement and the Office of International Education are honoring international education by hosting, promoting, and partnering with campus organizations for a variety of events. View the full event lineup.
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Bridge elevator out of service
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The elevator for the north pedestrian bridge is temporarily out of service. The Office of Facilities Management has ordered materials, scheduled to arrive in approximately two weeks, to repair the elevator.
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| Employee Motivational Monday
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Many people experience feelings of anxiety and depression during the holidays. Explore tools and resources to help beat the holiday blues at an employee lunch-and-learn, Monday, Nov. 13, 12 p.m. in Trinity Hall, Room 104.
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For the 2022-23 plan year, Tuesday, Nov. 15, is the last day to incur UT Flex-qualifying health care expenses, and Wednesday, Nov. 30, is the UT Flex health care and dependent day care claim filing deadline. If you have questions, email benefits@uta.edu or call 817-272-5554.
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| 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
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UTA is joining the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. Mavericks, The Gender, Women and Sexuality Studies program encourages you to participate in the global campaign by sending in a short video or written testimonial. In your message, first state a specific form of violence against women, such as domestic violence, sexual harassment, or cyberbullying. Then propose an action that can contribute to its elimination. Send your video or text message to dustinh@uta.edu and roshan.mashal@uta.edu by Monday, Nov. 20. Organizers will compile the messages into a powerful montage and share it across social media channels.
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Eliminate Tabacco Use Day
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UT System is hosting another Eliminate Tobacco Use Day Thursday, Nov. 16, 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. in Palo Duro Lounge of the University Center. The event is a tobacco-free celebration with giveaways, T-shirts, barbecue, and interactive activities about resources and current trends. The first 400 participants will receive free barbecue and T-shirts.
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UTA's annual campus-wide Thanksgiving Dinner is just around the corner! Hosted by UTA Dining and the Office of International Education's Department of Global Engagement, the dinner will take place Tuesday, Nov. 21, 5-8 p.m. Students on a meal plan will be able to attend for free. Students without a meal plan, faculty, and staff can purchase tickets for $9.89 at the door.
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The Office of Sustainability is revamping its Office Green Team program and would like to invite all departments to apply. Departments will be certified as silver, gold, or platinum levels. Green Teams get a certificate, a window cling, and bragging rights. Learn more and apply now. Email mashaalatif.butt@uta.edu with remaining questions.
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President elected as Internet2 board member
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University President Jennifer Cowley was recently elected to serve a three-year term on the Internet2 Board of Trustees. Internet2 is a nonprofit member-driven advanced technology community founded by the nation’s leading higher education institutions in 1996.
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Outstanding Maverick Award nominations
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Recognize a staff member or team of staff members who exemplify “being a Maverick” in all that they do. Nominations for an Outstanding Maverick Award are being accepted until Friday, Dec. 1. Learn more about the eligibility criteria and complete the nomination form today.
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| Pre-game event in Fort Worth
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Join UTA Alumni Relations and Athletics before the UTA men’s basketball game at Dickies Arena on Saturday, Dec. 16, for a pre-game meetup at Chimy’s Fort Worth! Attendees will have the opportunity to meet Athletics Director Jon Fagg and UTA coaches. Learn more and RSVP for the pre-game event.
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