This week, Mavericks will deck the UTA campus in blue, orange, and white for an unforgettable Homecoming celebration. Students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the rest of the Maverick community will have a chance to showcase their Maverick spirit during Homecoming events, including the Chili Cook-Off, the Street Festival, and the Tailgate.
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The UTA Faculty Senate and the Staff Advisory Council invite you to join your colleagues for the biannual Faculty and Staff Mixer Thursday, Nov. 7, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Maverick Activities Center basketball courts. The event will feature a guest speaker, Provost Tamara Brown, and a brief presentation on Open Educational Resources from students enrolled in one of UTA's public relations classes. Limited hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be provided. RSVP now.
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The Native American Student Association will host a series of events to recognize and celebrate Native American Heritage Month throughout November. There will be a Native American Heritage Month kick-off event today, Monday, Nov. 4, 5:30-7 p.m. in the Rio Grande Ballroom of the University Center. All Mavericks are welcome to build community and enjoy dinner and performances from local Native drum and dance groups.
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The University of Texas at Arlington respects the rights of free speech, expression, and assembly to peacefully express views and opinions in a responsible manner.
As we conclude elections, let us each remember that our diverse perspectives and backgrounds are a source of pride and make UTA a rich and vibrant community welcoming to all. While we may celebrate our differences, the University Policy on Free Speech, Expression, and Assembly provides a framework to ensure we remain respectful of individuals or groups voicing differing opinions and that we maintain a safe learning and working environment.
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You can participate in election day voting at the Maverick Activities Center tomorrow, Tuesday, Nov. 5, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Employees may take up to two hours off to vote during the workday, with manager approval, according to policy HR-LA-PR-06. Log it in TCP under Template 60 - Other, Leave Category 23 - Voting. If you have additional questions on this leave, contact AskHR@uta.edu.
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For UT System Day, the Office of Talent, Culture, and Engagement; the Staff Advisory Council; and the Employee Advisory Council will stop by each department with midweek treats to appreciate faculty and staff for being a part of the UT System. Visits will be through 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6.
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UTA’s Department of Theatre Arts and Dance presents On the Town, music by Leonard Bernstein, book and lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green, based on an idea by Jerome Robbins. The show runs for six performances in UTA’s Mainstage Theatre from Nov. 6-9 at 7:30 p.m., with matinee performances on Nov. 9-10 at 2 p.m. Purchase tickets.
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Homecoming basketball games
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Your UTA Lady Mavs will take on Arlington Baptist University in their first home game of the season Thursday, Nov. 7, with a 6:30 tip-off. The doors will open at 5:30 p.m. The first 300 fans to arrive at College Park Center will receive an exclusive Homecoming T-shirt and poster schedules. Tickets start at $5, and students, plus an additional guest, will be admitted for free.
UTA’s men's basketball team will take on Louisiana Tech University in the final sporting event of Homecoming Week Saturday, Nov. 9, with a 5 p.m. tip-off. The doors will open at 4 p.m. The first 500 fans to arrive at College Park Center will receive UTA pom-poms. Tickets start at $5, and students, plus an additional guest, will be admitted for free.
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Registration for spring begins today, Monday, Nov. 4. Help the Maverick advising community remind students of these three easy steps so they are ready and cleared for spring registration: Make sure you have confirmed spring courses with your advisor, cleared any registration-preventing holds, and checked for your date to begin enrolling! Students can login to MyUTA to find their advisor, holds and registration start date.
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UTA’s Department of Philosophy and Humanities will hold a Medical Humanities Open House Thursday, Nov. 7, 12-1 p.m. in the Philosophy Office on the third floor of the Carlisle building. Meet members of the Medical Humanities Club along with medical humanities and biomedical ethics faculty. There will be free food and live music.
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Get ready to experience an unforgettable night at the UTA National Pan-Hellenic Council Homecoming Step Show Saturday, Nov. 9, with a 7 p.m. showtime in the Bluebonnet Ballroom of the University Center. Come watch as our talented fraternities and sororities take you on a nostalgic journey, delivering dynamic step routines inspired by the music, fashion, and culture of the 1990s. Purchase tickets.
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Homecoming 5K Run/Walk/Roll
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On Saturday, Nov. 9, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., UTA’s annual Homecoming 5K will take a scenic route throughout the UTA campus. The 5K is open to UTA students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members. Sign up today.
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Outstanding Maverick Awards
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Recognize a staff member, people leader, or team who exemplifies “being a Maverick” in all that they do. Nominations for Outstanding Maverick Awards are being accepted throughout the month of November. Learn more about the eligibility criteria and complete the nomination form today.
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Research Enhancement Program open to applicants
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The online application system for the Research Enhancement Program (REP) opens for applicants today, Monday, Nov. 4, at 1 p.m. REP grants provide faculty with seed grants to launch new initiatives, serving as a foundation for future research and funding from external sources. The REP guidelines are available now. All proposals must be submitted by Friday, Dec. 6, for consideration.
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The fifth episode of Unsaddled covers the season openers for men's and women's basketball, the first-place volleyball program, and the cross country team’s preparation for the Western Athletic Conference Championship. Watch now.
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Students, faculty, and staff are invited to this year's annual Thanksgiving Dinner on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 5-8 p.m. at the Connections Cafe. One meal plan swipe can be used to enter. Those without a meal plan will pay $10.89 (plus tax) at the door. If you would like to pay for your staff or students' dinner, email your department's cost center number and a list of your staff/students' full names and Mav ID numbers to globalengagement@uta.edu.
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