UTA’S E‑NEWSLETTER FOR STUDENTS

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2023

Students flash the Mav Up symbol at a University event.

Commitment to military-connected students

UTA was recently designated a top 10 Military Spouse-Friendly institution, after being named a top 10 Military-Friendly© university earlier this year. In addition, the Texas Veterans Commission awarded UTA with a Gold Veterans Education Recognition Award for its excellence in providing education and other services to its military-connected community.

Mavericks make a difference

On a recent Super Service Saturday, Mavericks spent a day serving the community by volunteering at nine locations throughout Arlington. Super Service Saturday, UTA’s annual day of community service, introduces new and returning Mavericks to different ways in which they can help the city of Arlington and its residents.

Feedback for UTA Mobile

UTA is looking for students to help make UTA Mobile the best app it can be. Want to suggest new features or test them before they go live? Feedback sessions are Oct. 11 and 18. Lunch will be provided for all participants. Sign up today.

National Night Out

UTA Police hosts National Night Out today, Tuesday, Oct. 3, 5:30-7:30 p.m. in Brazos Park. National Night Out is an event designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, generate support for local anti-crime programs, and strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships. There will be free food, entertainment, games, and door prizes for guests.

Professional Skills Academy

The Professional Skills Academy (PSA) is a chance to learn more about the career competencies expected by today's employers, such as communication, leadership, teamwork, and more. Attend four seminars during the month of October and earn your PSA certificate. Apply by today, Tuesday, Oct. 3.

New MavPlanner features

The schedule visualizer in MavScheduler allows you to view and print color-coded schedule options based on preference, selected courses, and breaks to help visualize which possible schedule set would best fit a school-life balance. Visit the MavPlanner New Feature Announcements page for more information.

Indigenous Peoples' Day

Celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day Monday, Oct. 9, with a full day of UTA events, including native plant tours, guest speakers, and student panels.

Wear pink

Show your support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month by wearing pink on Wednesday, Oct. 11. Those who wear pink are invited to stop by the Office of Health Promotion table on the University Center mall 12-2 p.m. to receive a prize.

Student elections

Are you interested in representing the student body? There’s no better way than to run for a student-elected office. Positions include homecoming king and queen, student government senators, UTA ambassadors, and student service fee allocation committee representatives. Elections are Oct. 23-24.

Take the exit survey

Are you graduating soon? Complete the graduate exit survey to let UTA know about your experiences as a Maverick. You will receive an email from gradteam@uta.edu with the survey invitation. The link is also available in Canvas.