UTA'S E-NEWSLETTER FOR FACULTY AND STAFF
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MONDAY, DEC. 8, 2025
💡 UTA was granted 23 U.S. patents last year, contributing to the UT System’s overall No. 3 ranking in the list of Top 100 Worldwide Universities Granted U.S. Utility Patents.
Today's MavWire is 601 words, a two-minute read.
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Still time to join the MavPossible scavenger hunt
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It's not too late: Join the interactive scavenger hunt, learn about our shared values, and win prizes now through Monday, Dec. 15.
Why it matters: MavPossible is a part of a larger campaign to educate all employees about our new values, ways to implement them, and how to build a culture on those values.
Important information: You must first complete the Canvas course to unlock clues, solve the clues, and travel across campus to earn digital badges. Discover all five badges and email hrtraining@uta.edu for a chance to win prizes. The faster you finish, the more raffle entries you’ll earn.
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Expert shares stress-free holiday spending tips
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Feeling the holiday squeeze? UTA finance Professor Dilruba Moutusi offers practical guidance to help you celebrate without financial strain.
Why it matters: As the holiday season approaches, many Texans have mixed feelings about their finances. Festive gatherings and shopping trips are here, but they come at a time when essential costs are rising.
Get more tips about how to balance finances during the holidays here.
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UTA, TEES open biomanufacturing hub
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UTA and the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station celebrated the opening of a biomanufacturing research hub at Pegasus Park in Dallas Thursday.
Why it matters: The National Center for Therapeutics Manufacturing satellite campus (NCTM2) will provide hands-on training for students and industry partners, offer state-of-the-art lab space, and support for biotech startups, expanding workforce development and research opportunities in North Texas.
Going deeper: The demand for domestic biomanufacturing capabilities is growing, and the NCTM2 partnership will position North Texas as a leader in the industry.
Read more about the impact the new hub will make here.
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A heartfelt thank you to food drive supporters
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The Maverick Pantry is deeply grateful to everyone who participated in this year’s food drive, “Fill a Pantry, Fill a Heart.”
Why it matters: Because of your donations, we were able to collect over 7,000 food items for this holiday season and onward. These items will support those facing hardship. Your generosity and compassion have made a meaningful impact.
Going deeper: Thank you to our departments, donors, volunteers, partners, and especially Andres Morales and the Student Government for your leadership and commitment to this initiative, as well as President Cowley for her steadfast support. Together, your generosity filled pantry shelves, brought hope to many, and demonstrated the power of a compassionate, resilient community.
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🏦 A new rule under the SECURE 2.0 Act will impact how employees above 50 years old can make catch up contributions to their retirement plans. The changes will go into effect Thursday, Jan. 1.
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🎟 For a limited time, you can get $1 tickets to Maverick basketball games through the Holiday Hoops Special. Bring your family and friends and pack College Park Center as we celebrate the season with unbeatable hoops and unbeatable prices.
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☕ As we head into the winter break, Inclusion Coffee will be operating under adjusted hours, so you can stop by for your favorite drinks. The adjusted hours will be 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. from Thursday, Dec. 11, to Friday, Dec. 19, and Monday, Jan. 5, to Friday, Jan. 9. It will be closed on weekends during this period.
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🎁 Attend the Faculty and Staff Holiday Reception Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2-4 p.m. in the Bluebonnet Ballroom of the University Center. There will be a live DJ, games and activities, a dessert bar, and photo booths.
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