UTA’S E‑NEWSLETTER FOR STUDENTS

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2023

Collage of 2022 Homecoming photos, cheerleaders, a parade float, fans, a UTA flag and last year's homecoming queen and king

Homecoming week

UTA’s Homecoming is Nov. 6-12, as we plan to celebrate with Maverick pride all week. The week's events will have something for everyone and showcase our spirit and support for our athletic teams. Enjoy our many Homecoming traditions, including the Parade and Street Festival, The Bash, coronation of the Homecoming King and Queen, 5K Walk/ Run/ Roll, Chili Cook-Off, and more.

UTA’s new TV commercial

The Office of Marketing, Messaging, and Engagement has launched the Maverick Factor advertising and branding campaign, with over 400 commercial spots in the DFW market and 10 billboards across the region. Programmatic digital ads will begin in the coming weeks. This campaign will run through December. Check out our 30-second TV ad here or view the full three-minute video here.

Daniel Kasper on Spooky Books and Megan Sarno on The Soundtrack of Halloween

Faculty thoughts on Halloween books, music

Daniel Kasper, a lecturer in UTA’s Department of English, recently answered questions about his passion for gothic literature. Megan Sarno, assistant professor of musicology, explained how she thinks Bach’s “Toccata and Fugue in D Minor,” became Halloween’s theme song. Sarno also wrote a column for The Conversation about the topic and appeared on FOX 4 News.

Paint Your Ride

In this drive-thru-style school spirit event, Freshman Leaders on Campus will paint your vehicle windows with Maverick pride. Paint Your Ride will be Monday, Nov. 6, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at West Hall Parking Garage and Arlington Hall.

Two students draw with chalk on the sidewalk of the Library Mall

Chalk The Mall

Student organizations, get ready to Chalk The Mall! Organizations will be assigned a square of the Library Mall to draw a representation of their organization with sidewalk chalk. Chalk The Mall will be Monday, Nov. 6, 9 a.m.- 2 p.m.

Chili Cook-Off

Join the Homecoming Crew and the Division of Student Affairs for the annual Chili Cook-Off, set for Wednesday, Nov. 8, 12 p.m.-2 p.m. Teams will compete to win the ultimate prize of chili cook-off champion, bragging rights, and a trophy. The event is open to all UTA students, faculty, staff, and alumni groups.

Students cheer on Mavericks at a Homecoming basketball game

Basketball games

Cheer on the Mavericks at the women's basketball Homecoming game, Friday, Nov. 10, 5 p.m. and the men's basketball Homecoming game Saturday, Nov. 11, 5 p.m.

Street Festival

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.

5K Walk/Run/Roll

UTA’s Homecoming 5K is open to all UTA students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members. All the proceeds from the event will go toward the UTA Emergency Assistance Fund. The 5K will be Saturday, Nov. 11, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at Maverick Activities Center.

Call for heritage, history month programs

The Intercultural Student Engagement Center is now accepting events centered on educational and social issues, community building, and identity affirmation for the nationally recognized heritage and history months. Submissions will be included on a University graphic calendar marketed to the UTA community. Sign up now. The deadline to register an event for Black History Month is noon Wednesday, Dec. 20.

Cookies With Cowley

Come in your ghastly disguise for questions, conversations, and eerily exclusive photo opportunities with the University President. Enjoy pizza and cookies with Dr. Jennifer Cowley. The event will be today, Tuesday, Oct. 31, 12-1 p.m. in the Palo Duro Lounge of University Center.

Final volleyball home games

There are two opportunities left to support the Lady Mavs at a home volleyball game this season. Games will be held at College Park Center Thursday, Nov. 2, at 6 p.m. and noon Saturday, Nov. 4.

Career Development Center presents Open House

Career Development Center Open House

Attend an open house event at UTA’s Career Development Center Wednesday, Nov. 8, 4-6:30 p.m. Network with employers, take a self-guided tour, and gain valuable insights through presentations on diverse career topics.

Scholarship, research opportunities

The deadline to apply for the McNair Scholars Program is Friday, Nov. 10. The deadline to apply for the Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program and the Undergraduate Research Assistantship Program is Monday, Nov. 20. Eligibility criteria are listed on the application forms.

Events planned for Native American Heritage Month

The Office for Cultural Engagement & Social Change and the Native American Heritage Month Committee are excited to provide this year's list of events happening on campus during Native American Heritage Month, which is nationally recognized throughout the month of November.

Graduate School Bound

Students who are trying to make plans for after graduation are invited to explore the option of graduate studies at UTA by attending a Graduate School Bound event Wednesday, Nov. 15, 12-1 p.m. in the Social Work and Smart Hospital Building, Room 105. Register now.

E-waste recycling drive

There will be an opportunity to recycle electronics Thursday, Nov. 16, 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. at the University Center Mall. E-waste includes printer cartridges, batteries, and cell phones. See a full list of items.