UTA’S E‑NEWSLETTER FOR STUDENTS

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2024

A mission to preserve Black cultural history

Throughout her career, Diane Jones Allen, landscape architect and UTA professor, has made underserved and often overlooked communities a focal point by ensuring that her design work is rooted in landscapes that are both physical and cultural.

UTA alumna stars in city of Arlington video

Tesia Kwarteng is a professional mezzo-soprano soloist and voiceover actor who went from Maverick Country to the Metropolitan Opera. She said the support she received from UTA faculty in the Department of Music is what really helped her get where she is today.

Animated television with ''The College Tour'' printed on it, photos of four Maverick students from The College Tour

UTA's episode of The College Tour

Starting today, Tuesday, Feb. 27, you can watch UTA’s episode of The College Tour on Amazon Prime. The episode features Mavericks' stories and showcases our University’s campus life, academics, housing, activities, and more.

Intercultural Student Engagement Center

Join the Intercultural Student Engagement Center (ISEC) staff for an exciting open house and celebration on Thursday, Feb. 29, at University Center 110 (adjacent to Starbucks). The newly launched ISEC is UTA’s home for education, engagement, and support that promotes all students. ISEC aims to create opportunities for students to build social connections, engage with academic support resources, and participate in leadership development.

UTA Department of Theatre and Dance rehearsal of Head Over Heels

Author Beth Haller to discuss her new book

Beth Haller, retired adjunct UTA professor and current emeritus professor at Towson University, will discuss her new book, Disabled People Transform Media Culture for a More Inclusive World, on Wednesday, Feb. 28, 12-1:30 p.m. in Central Library Classroom 109 and virtually.

Festival of Ideas

The College of Liberal Arts' annual Festival of Ideas, starting Thursday, Feb. 29, will include

A presentation called "Why you can't understand Texas without Native Americans"
The 28th annual Native American Student Association at UTA Benefit Powwow
Keynote speaker David Treuer

Bookstore sales

The UTA bookstore will have a leap year sale on Thursday, Feb. 29, both in store and online. Clothing and gifts will be 20% off on Thursday only.

Through Sunday, March 31, selected technology merchandise from the bookstore is 75% off.

Enjoy a show

The UTA Department of Theatre and Dance presents Head Over Heels, the 2018 Broadway musical mash-up of Renaissance poetry and 1980s pop music by the Go-Go’s. The show runs for six performances from Wednesday, Feb. 28, though Saturday, March 2, at 7:30 p.m., with matinee performances on March 2 and 3 at 2 p.m. Purchase tickets.

Thursday Softball Vs. TAMUCC | 3:30 p.m. (Red Rally Towel) Softball Vs. TAMUCC | 6 p.m. (Red Rally Towel) Women's basketball Vs. Seattle U | 6 p.m. (ARL Night) Friday Softball Vs. Incarnate Word | 2 p.m. Softball Vs. Grambling State | 4:30 p.m. Saturday Women's basketball Vs. Utah Valley | 2 p.m. (Texas Independence Day Shirt) Softball Vs. UTSA | 4:30 p.m. (Texas Independence Day Shirt) Sunday Softball Vs. Incarnte Word | 12:30 p.m.

Support Your Mavericks

There are eight home sporting events this week. Basketball continues throughout February, and tickets are free to all enrolled students. Just bring your Mav ID to gate 1 on the way into the game. Visit utamavs.com for a full list of UTA Athletics events.

Free nachos will be available in the Buck 'Em Saloon at the women's basketball game Thursday, Feb. 29, at 6 p.m.

Enhance Your Leadership, Attend a Workshop, Maverick Leadership Trainers

Leadership development workshops

The Maverick Leadership Trainers invite you to participate in leadership workshops that will help you build your confidence as a leader. Defining Your Leadership will be Tuesday, March 5,11 a.m.-12 p.m. Access the full spring workshop descriptions and schedule on the registration page. If you have questions about the workshops, email leadership.

Apply today to be a Maverick Leadership Trainer

Apply to be a Maverick Leadership Trainer

Maverick Leadership Trainers collaborate with a team of peers to develop and facilitate leadership-based workshops. Apply today to be a Maverick Leadership Trainer for the 2024-25 academic year. Interviews start Monday, March 25. For more information, email leadership or stop by the Leadership Center in the University Center, Suite 180.

UTA Career Development Center Division of Student Affairs, All Majors Job and Internship Fair, March 6, 12-4 p.m.

Upcoming job and internship fair

The All Majors Job and Internship Fair, held Wednesday, March 6, 12-4 p.m. in the Maverick Activities Center, is open to all UTA students and alumni seeking full-time positions, part-time jobs, internships, and field placements. Over 100 employers are expected to attend.

UTA 2030 Launch Party

On Tuesday, March 5, from 2 to 4 p.m. in Brazos Park, join the celebration of UTA's new strategic plan, UTA 2030. This fun and engaging launch party will be a celebration for our entire Maverick community. Come out to Brazos Park to enjoy some great entertainment, food, and giveaways and receive your copy of the new plan. Let's celebrate the bright future ahead for UTA together!

Rendering of renovated pedestrian bridge

Cooper Street bridge closures

The Office of Facilities Management has scheduled the temporary closure of the North and South bridges during Spring Break, from March 10-17. The center bridge will remain open for use. Your continued patience with these construction activities is appreciated.

Women's Preliminary Phase College Park Center, Arlington, Texas, May 28-June 2, Buy Tickets now, VNLTICKETS.COM

Volleyball Nation's League

Volleyball Nation’s League (VNL) tournament is returning to College Park Center this summer! The world’s top teams will compete May 28-June 2 for the last major volleyball event before the Paris Olympics and the only VNL games in the U.S. this year. More information, tickets and a tournament schedule can be found at vnltickets.com.