THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2024
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Volunteer at commencement
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UTA will celebrate the accomplishments of its newest Maverick alumni with ceremonies Friday, Dec. 13, at Globe Life Field in Arlington. The ceremony time will be approximately two to two and a half hours.
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You are invited to the Faculty and Staff Holiday Reception Tuesday, Dec. 10, 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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Attention Mavericks: Transform your retirement with expert insights from Corey Callaway. Learn how to reduce taxes and protect your future in Callaway Financial's exclusive monthly webinars. Register today for Dec. 10-11 sessions.
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| NCAA Volleyball Tournament watch parties
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The UTA volleyball team will compete in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at the Gregory Gymnasium in Austin at 4 p.m. today, Thursday, Dec. 5. The match will be available for subscribers to watch on ESPN+. Watch parties will be held at Dave & Busters in Arlington and Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers in Euless. Tell your server at Dave & Busters that you’re there to cheer on the Mavericks and receive a free appetizer with purchase of an entrée. Learn more about the watch parties.
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The Department of Art and Art History invites you to its Holiday Glass Art Sale and Fundraiser! Faculty, staff, and students will have the first chance to explore and acquire stunning glass creations Friday, Dec. 6. The general public sale will be Saturday, Dec. 7, 9 a.m.– 2 p.m. Discover the perfect holiday gifts for your loved ones and enjoy live glass-blowing demonstrations.
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Join University Analytics, the Office of Information Technology, the Center for Research on Teaching and Learning Excellence, and the Library for the next AI Community and AI Speaker session Thursday, Dec. 12, from 11:30 a.m.-2:15 p.m. in Room 104 of Trinity Hall. For more information about this event and other AI events at UTA, join the AI Community on Microsoft Teams.
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Research Enhancement Program taking applications
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Proposals for the Research Enhancement Program (REP) must be submitted by tomorrow, Friday, Dec. 6, for consideration. REP grants provide faculty with seed grants to launch new initiatives, serving as a foundation for future research and funding from external sources.
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UTA faculty, staff, and students can purchase a discounted four-pack of tickets for the upcoming live show, Blippi: Join The Band Tour, happening at Texas Hall Saturday, Dec. 14! Follow this link to claim the offer. A $10 discount will be applied automatically. This offer is valid while supplies last.
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Outstanding student leadership nominations open
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Take just a few minutes to nominate a student for Outstanding Student Leader (OSL) Awards. Nominated students will receive information on how to formally apply for OSL Awards and associated scholarships. Consider nominating students who have demonstrated leadership skills and made a lasting impact on the UTA community. Nominate here by Jan. 20, 2025. If you have questions, email becka.shetty@uta.edu.
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| UTA Libraries is offering 24/7 service through Dec. 10 to accommodate students during finals week. The 24-hour service hours end at 11 p.m. on Dec. 11.
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The Division of Enrollment Management is hosting the Student Solutions Hub Saturday, Dec. 7, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in the University Administration Building. New and continuing students can visit this one-stop shop to take care of tasks like advising and class registration before the beginning of the spring semester.
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Social workers an underutilized resource
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One way that schools in America are working to improve mental health among students is by adding social workers to their staff. Jennifer Murphy, assistant professor of social work, led a study that showed how social workers are being underutilized in many districts.
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Attend Brew and View to discuss MRI approaches over coffee and bagels. Join a discussion on body fat-to-muscle ratio at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10, in Room B52 of the Science & Engineering Innovation & Research building.
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MavMatrix, UTA’s online institutional repository and archival hub, houses open access publications by UTA researchers, as well as digitized archival materials from UTA Libraries’ Special Collections. Visit the MavMatrix website to explore the collected knowledge, learn about the past, and share more scholarship with the world.
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Submit your field research photos
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Let UTA showcase your research in the field! Email photos of your work that you would like to see included in University marketing materials and on the website, with credit. Your submissions will help display the depth and breadth of research conducted by our students and faculty. Email your photos to Katherine Bennett for consideration.
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