UTA’S E‑NEWSLETTER FOR FACULTY AND STAFF

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Photo of what was then called ''North Texas Junior Agricultural College'' in 1923

UTA over the years

Over the past 130 years, UTA has evolved from its humble beginnings in 1895 as Arlington College into the No. 1 rated university in North Texas. Visit the virtual timeline to scroll through history and look back on the milestones, triumphs, and challenges that made our University the academic powerhouse and community pillar it is today.

EECU Faculty-Staff Appreciation, Feb. 13, 4 p.m.

Today's faculty/staff appreciation game

Join your colleagues at a men’s basketball game today, Thursday, Feb. 13, 4 p.m. at College Park Center. Enjoy a free nacho bar for faculty and staff, available on a first-come, first-served basis in section 107. Faculty/Staff Appreciation Night, sponsored by EECU (Educational Employees Credit Union), allows each employee to receive up to four free tickets to the game in sections 104-107. Get your tickets by using promo code UTAFS25.

Students at the Maverick Stampede Kick-Off in January

Enrollment grows in key workforce fields

UTA continues to attract students seeking a quality education and world-class research opportunities in the heart of Dallas-Fort Worth. UTA’s year-over-year overall enrollment increased for spring 2025, with significant gains in the College of Nursing and Health Innovation, College of Science, and the School of Social Work, according to preliminary data.

Pack the Park vs. Tarleton State, 2.22.25

Pack College Park Center

Don't miss the UTA's nationally televised men's basketball game Saturday, Feb. 22. To help set a new attendance record for College Park Center, UTA Athletics is offering faculty and staff a chance to claim up to four free tickets, using promo code FS222. Following the game, the fun will continue with a post-game concert featuring K Camp.

EpIC Mavs

Connect with peers and mentors in the entrepreneurial community at the second EpICMavs session of the semester “What Kind of Startup CEO Will You Be?” today, Thursday, Feb. 13, 4-5:30 p.m. in the Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology Development. Learn more and RSVP.

Transform your retirement with expert insights, Corey Callaway, investment advisor representative

Future-proof finances

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 sessions on Tuesday, Feb. 25, at 7 p.m.; Wednesday, Feb. 26, at noon; or Thursday, Feb. 27, at 7 p.m.

Employee Service Awards

The Office of Talent, Culture, and Engagement is pleased to celebrate faculty and staff members who have worked at UTA for 10 years or more. Faculty and staff members who reached milestones of 10 years or more of service to UTA during 2024 should review the 2025 Service Awards list for accuracy. Email revisions to askhr@uta.edu by Friday, Feb. 28.

Performance evaluations

Annual performance evaluations for staff employees are available in UTShare. Employee self-evaluations are due Tuesday, March 11, and manager evaluations are due Friday, April 11.

College of Engineering faculty and HF Controls representatives

AI research to enhance nuclear plant control systems

UTA’s Computer Science and Engineering Department has received a $450,000 gift to fund research aimed at creating improved processes for developing, testing, and validating nuclear plant control systems. Yonghe Liu, an associate professor of computer science and engineering, will lead the team exploring how artificial intelligence can reduce labor and time demands.

Examples of Excelencia

For nearly two decades, Examples of Excelencia has brought national attention to programs that are increasing student success. Examples of Excelencia nominations and submissions will be accepted Feb. 18-April 21. Learn more at an Examples of Excelencia submission webinar on Tuesday, Feb. 25, at 2 p.m. Email Examples@EdExcelencia.org or hsi@uta.edu with any questions.

How did your internship get you a job? UTA Disability Studies graduates talk about their internships, the minor, and their careers

Disability studies internships

UTA graduates who minored in disability studies will discuss how their internships helped them get a job Tuesday, Feb. 18, 12:30-2 p.m. in Room 109 of the Central Library. Snacks and drinks will be provided for student attendees.

Peer Observation Training With Certificate, Microsoft Teams and Trinity Hall 105

Peer observation training with CRTLE

The Center for Research on Teaching and Learning Excellence will host a peer observation training Wednesday, Feb. 26, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. in Trinity Hall 105 and via Microsoft Teams. Register now.

Rendering of the Fraternity and Sorority Life Community Center

Ribbon cutting

Celebrate the new Fraternity and Sorority Life Community Center at a ribbon cutting open to the campus community Thursday, Feb. 27, at 2 p.m., at the renovated facility, located at 1111 Greek Row Drive in Arlington. The revitalized facility will create a new entrance for Greek Row and bring together 30 different organizations from around campus. RSVP to attend.

Job Fair

Recruit underclassmen, graduating seniors, graduate students, and alumni for full-time positions, part-time positions, co-ops, and internships at the All Majors Job and Internship Fair. More than 1,000 students and alumni are expected to attend the job fair, set for Wednesday, March 5, 12-4 p.m., in the Maverick Activities Center. Registration ends Wednesday, Feb. 19.