UTA’S E‑NEWSLETTER FOR STUDENTS

TUESDAY, MAY 2, 2023

Jilur Rahman Saurav (right) and Jacob Luber

Google selects UTA student for mentorship program

Jillur Rahman Saurav, computer science doctoral student, has been selected to participate in the Google CS Research Mentorship Program.

The CS Research Mentorship Program supports the pursuit of computing research for students from historically marginalized groups through career mentoring, peer-to-peer networking, and building awareness about pathways within the field.

A researcher speaks to a news cameraman.

Transforming roadways

UTA’s Center for Advanced Construction Materials received a $10 million grant from the Department of Transportation to help transform roadway infrastructure through the development of a greener, more energy-efficient concrete. Watch the CBS 11 story.

A still of NBC 5's Carter in the Classroom

Teacher workforce

The next generation of teachers is graduating from UTA’s College of Education. An NBC 5 story profiled two UTA students who are ready and eager to enter the classroom.

MavGrad Celebration

MavGrad Celebration is a fun and family-friendly event Thursday, May 11, 6-9 p.m., where UTA’s graduating students can celebrate with their peers, friends, and family.

This free event will feature food, drinks, a drone show, music by The Inspiration Band, photo opportunities, and festive activities. President Jennifer Cowley will congratulate the class of 2023 with a celebratory toast, and graduating students will receive their first UTA alumni T-shirt.

Celebrando el Éxito

This Thursday, May 4, at 6 p.m., join the UTA community in recognizing its spring 2023 Latino/Hispanic graduating students at Celebrando el Éxito. Contact cesc@uta.edu for more information.

Evening of Black Excellence

The Evening of Black Excellence is a celebration on Wednesday, May 10, honoring Black, African, and African American students who are graduating this semester. The ceremony embraces the pillars of scholarship, heritage, culture, and community. Friends and family are welcome to attend. Register to participate by Wednesday, May 3.

Lotus Laureate

Celebrate UTA’s Asian Pacific Islander graduates at the Lotus Laureate Graduation Thursday, May 11. At this festive celebration, graduating students will have the opportunity to publicly thank individuals who have helped them throughout their educational journeys.

Campus accessibility survey

The UTA Disability Studies Minor and the Office of Facilities Management and Campus Operations invite students, faculty, staff, alumni, and members of the public to respond to a survey about accessibility, disability, and UTA facilities.

Apple sale

The UTA Bookstore is offering discounted prices on Mac and iPad products May 1-5. A University ID or proof of alumni status is required to receive sale prices.

Late Night Bites

Enjoy Late Night Bites with Maverick Dining through May 4. Starbucks, Panera, and other dining locations will offer special deals for meal plan users after hours each day.

Dining hours

Maverick Dining hours will change to accommodate finals week beginning Saturday, May 6. View the finals week dining hours, and never miss a meal.

City of Arlington seeks boards and commissions volunteers

The city of Arlington is accepting applications for its boards and commissions through Monday, May 15. Members of boards and commissions assist the mayor and city council by making recommendations on general policy matters impacting the city.