UTA’S E‑NEWSLETTER FOR STUDENTS

Celebrating 130 years, UTA TrailBlazer

TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2025

Celebrating 130 years

Hoops and history: Honoring 130 years of excellence

Celebrate UTA's 130th anniversary at the men's basketball game Thursday, Jan. 30, starting at 7 p.m. at College Park Center. Show your Maverick pride and cheer on your basketball team in its battle against Southern Utah University.  

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Online grad program rankings

UTA has once again solidified its reputation as a national leader in online education, earning significant gains in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Online Programs rankings, including the College of Education’s online programs placing in the top 5% nationally.

Rhythm and Blues Fest, Friday, Feb. 7, 7 p.m. Texas Hall

Save the date 

Legends who have shaped the soundtracks of rhythm, blues, and soul will take the stage at the Rhythm and Blues Fest at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7, at Texas Hall. Join the UTA community in honor of Black History Month with soul-stirring melodies, groovy beats, and electrifying performances. Secure your free general admission tickets now at utatickets.com

Black History Month 2025

Black History Month

In recognition of Black History Month, campus organizations have planned a lineup of events for February that honor the history, culture, and achievements of the Black community. Events will feature speakers, performances, film screenings, panel discussions, and more.

Students visit booths at the Spring 2025 Maverick Activity Fair

Maverick Activity Fair

The spring 2025 Maverick Activity Fair showcased more than 300 student organizations, from academic clubs and cultural societies to recreational sports and service groups. For an online directory and additional information about student organizations, visit MavEngage.

Office of Student Organizations Involvement Consultation

Involvement consultation

Want to get involved in a student organization but don't know where to start? An involvement consultation with the Office of Student Organizations will help you find your Maverick home. Involvement consultations are interactive discussions with an office staff member about opportunities to enhance your college experience. Schedule an involvement consultation.

Dan Dipert University Welcome Center now hiring! Trailblazer Tour Guides

Tour guide application due today

The Dan Dipert University Welcome Center is hiring Trailblazer Tour Guides. Apply for Job #9521365 via Handshake by 11:55 p.m. today, Tuesday, Jan. 28. The pay is $11 an hour, and the position is open to all current UTA students.

Scavenger hunt for Mavericks, over $1,500 in prizes,

Join the scavenger hunt for Mavericks

Form a team of four to compete in the Blazin’ Chase scavenger hunt for Mavericks! You and your team will complete missions for a chance to win more than $1,500 in prizes that will be awarded at the Blazin’ Chase final event. Entries close Monday, Feb. 17, and the event will run Feb. 22-March 1. Click here for rules, details, and available prizes.

VITA Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

Need help with your taxes?

Join the Student Money Management Center at noon Thursday, Feb. 6, at the San Saba Room in the University Center to learn about Volunteer Income Tax Assistance–a free service to help you file your taxes if your household income is under $67,000.

Fiestas en Laredo with Norma E. Cantú, Feb. 13, 12:30 p.m., San Saba Room UC 2nd floor

CMAS Speaker Series 

The Center for Mexican American Studies Speaker Series will present Fiestas en Laredo with Norma E. Cantú Thursday, Feb. 13, 12:30-2 p.m. in the San Saba Room of the University Center. Discover the vibrant traditions of Laredo through the eyes of Dr. Cantú, an award-winning poet and author. 

Calling all student parents! If you're a UTA student with children, we want to hear from you!

Focus group for student parents 

UTA’s Nationwide Faculty Fellow Sophia Fantus is holding focus groups for student parents at UTA Tuesday, Feb. 11, and Wednesday, Feb. 12. Participants will receive free lunch and a visa gift card. Sign up to participate if you have experience as a student parent at UTA, have children under the age of 18, and have recommendations for UTA’s campus life.

The Genspiration Prize

The Genspiration Prize

The Genspiration Prize recognizes exceptional participants in the Student Showcase, which is hosted by the National Academy of Inventors and allows students to present their innovations to inventors, university leaders, industry leaders, and inventive institutions. Genspiration Prize Recipients receive $5,000 to help develop their innovations. You may apply individually or as part of a team by Tuesday, Feb. 11

Coursera

Coursera Career Academy

What are your learning goals for 2025? You can achieve them with help from the UTA Coursera Career Academy. UTA students, alumni, faculty, and staff have free access to 40-plus certificates in project management, social media marketing, data science, and more.

 

Coming Up

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29

EDGE Center Open House

Seven Habits of a Highly Effective College Student

THURSDAY, JANUARY 30

Virtual Off-Campus Mavericks Event

FRIDAY, JANUARY 31

Off-Campus Mavericks Chicken N Pickle

See more at events.uta.edu and 

mavorgs.campuslabs.com.

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