UTA’S E‑NEWSLETTER FOR STUDENTS

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

A cappella group rises to the top

The top collegiate a cappella group in Texas is UTA's very own RISE A Cappella. RISE placed third overall at the 2023 International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella (ICCA) Southwest Semifinals in Phoenix, Arizona, and is currently top-ranked in Texas.

Unclaimed bodies

Eli Shupe, assistant professor of philosophy and humanities, spoke to The Dallas Morning News about how medical schools use unclaimed bodies for education. Dr. Shupe said the practice raises ethical questions that should be part of public conversation.

Year-round school

Daniel Robinson, associate dean of research in the College of Education, writes about the prevalence, drawbacks, and gains of modified school calendars known as year-round school in The Conversation.

International fraternity award

Koosha Jamali, UTA alumnus, was awarded Delta Upsilon's international Distinguished Undergraduate Award for his service to UTA's chapter. The award was given to only two participants globally to recognize their engagement throughout their undergraduate journeys.

Become a tour guide

The Office of Admissions is hiring MavElite Tour Guides to welcome prospective students to campus. Apply via Handshake by today, Tuesday, Sept. 5. The positions pay $11/hour and are open to all current UTA students.

GTA/GRA benefits session

The Office of Talent, Culture, and Inclusion is hosting a one-hour orientation to provide graduate teaching assistants and graduate research assistants an overview of UTA's employee benefits. Register to attend the session in-person at the Maverick Activities Center's Lone Star Auditorium on Wednesday, Sept. 6, at 4 p.m., or virtually Wednesday, Sept. 13, at 1 p.m.

Cookies with Cowley

UTA Student Government hosts Cookies with Cowley Monday, Sept. 11, at 12 p.m. in the Palo Duro Lounge of the University Center. Attend this interactive event to learn about University resources, meet UTA administrators, and enjoy signature cookies.

New location for MavExpress

The MavExpress ID Office has moved to College Park District at 435 Spaniolo Dr.

Need an ID card now? Stop by the office to pick one up. All you need to bring is a government-issued ID.

Hispanic media lecture

Join the Center for Mexican American Studies Thursday, Sept. 14, for a free lecture by Federico Subervi-Vélez titled "Studying Latinos & the Media: Past, Present, & Future." To learn more about Dr. Vélez or the upcoming Hispanic Media Conference at UTA, visit utahispanicmedia.com.

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Prepare for the All Majors Job & Internship Fair

The fall 2023 All Majors Job & Internship Fair is Wednesday, Sept. 20, 12-4 p.m. in the Maverick Activities Center. UTA's Career Development Center is offering special events to help you prepare.