MavWire 2015 Archive » MavWire — Thursday, November 5, 2015

Still time to claim tickets to see Daymond John on Tuesday for Maverick Speakers Series

Tickets to see entrepreneur Daymond John for the Maverick Speakers Series are available online.

John will speak on "Shark Tank Entrepreneurship" at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, at College Park Center. An audience question-and-answer session and book signing will follow.

An entrepreneur in every sense of the word, John is the CEO and founder of FUBU, a global lifestyle brand, and a pioneer in the fashion industry with more than $6 billion in product sales. He joined the cast of Shark Tank in 2009. John has received more than 35 awards, including the Brandweek Marketer of the Year, and was named Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship by the White House in 2015.

General admission is free, but tickets are required. Season and preferred ticket packages are available and include reserved seating, parking, and more. For all these ticket options, go to utatickets.com.

For VIP packages, contact Mark LaVelle at mlavelle@uta.edu or 2-5235.

Chancellor William H. McRaven

Chancellor McRaven unveils strategic vision for UT System

Chancellor William H McRaven presented his strategic vision for the UT System during the Board of Regents meeting this morning Thursday, Nov. 5. For more information, go to the UT System website.

The vision offers a compelling, uncompromising take on higher education and the responsibilities the UT System and its institutions must rise to over the next five years. The chancellor’s vision serves as a roadmap for the UT System and its 14 institutions, which enroll more than 217,000 students and employ more than 90,000 staff, faculty, researchers, and health care professionals.

Deadline extended for trip Friday to women's game at Baylor

Finalize your plans to attend the women's basketball game Friday, Nov. 13, when the Lady Mavs basketball team take on defending Big 12 champion Baylor in the preseason Women's National Invitational Tournament

Purchase your tickets by Wednesday, Nov. 11, for the package deal that includes a pre-game event and transportation to the game in Waco.

The pre-game tipoff features food, activities, and a pep rally 1:30-3 p.m. at Moritz Plaza at College Park Center. Buses leave for the game at 3 p.m. The game starts at 6 p.m.

Tickets are $15 for students and $30 for faculty, staff, and alumni. Price includes the game ticket, food, a T-shirt, and transportation to and from the game. Tickets are available at uta.edu/homecoming along with other details about Homecoming 2015.

If you drive yourself to the game, individual tickets are $5-10.

Don't forget to claim your tickets to see the Homecoming men’s basketball game against Fordham at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at College Park Center. Tickets are $3 with student ID at utatickets.com. Read about the pre-game Homecoming events at uta.edu/homecoming.

Dr. Jingguo Wang

Researchers explore 'insider threats' from computer network users who access prohibited info

New research by Jingguo Wang, associate professor of information systems and operations management, and Raghav Rao of State University of New York at Buffalo aims to combat insider threats by mapping out the spots in systems that are most vulnerable and developing counter measures aimed at mitigating those threats.

The study is supported by two grants totaling $500,000 from the National Science Foundation’s Secure and Trustworthy Cyberspace initiative. It is one of the first large-scale studies of how insiders behave on a network that allows them to view sensitive information.

Read more about the insider threat cybersecurity research.

$2 million grant will support UT System’s innovative education initiatives

The UT System has been awarded a $2 million grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to support innovative higher education initiatives.

The system will use the funding to implement and evaluate next-generation learning models geared to help low-income, first-generation college students graduate at higher rates with an affordable, UT-quality degree.

The Gates Foundation funding will be used to support the development and assessment of highly customized and personalized degree programs being introduced at seven UT institutions, including UTA.

Read more about the Gates Foundation grant.

WNBA Dallas Wings Arlington Mayor Jeff Williams and UTA President Vistasp Karbhari, center, welcome WNBA representatives of the new Dallas Wings professional women's basketball team that will play at College Park Center. Monday's press conference unveiled the new name of the former Tulsa Shock. Watch the video. Read more about the Dallas Wings.

School of Social Work ranked among nation’s best for graduate study

The School of Social Work has again been ranked as one of the top universities in the nation for students seeking graduate degrees in social work.

Graduate Programs.com named the School of Social Work No. 10 on the list of the Top 25 Social Work Schools based on student ratings and reviews. In July, Social Work Degree Guide.com ranked UTA No. 12 on its list of the top 25 online Master of Social Work degree programs.

UTA’s School of Social Work earned high marks for its student diversity, school use of technology, program value, faculty accessibility and support, and education quality. On a scale of 0 to 10, with 10 being the highest, students rated UTA 8.41 overall, which tied with the University of Alabama for the No. 10 spot. Visit graduateprograms.com to read more about the rankings.

Read more about the School of Social Work honors.

Homecoming Golf Tourney entries due

The Homecoming Golf Tournament tees off at 8 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Waterchase Golf Club.

Enter by Friday, Nov. 6, at $50 per person. Mulligans are available at the course at two for $20.

For more information, email campusrec@uta.edu or call 2-3277.

Party on with fellow Mavericks at reunions, receptions

Gather with friends—old and new—on Saturday, Nov. 14, for Homecoming 2015.

The Class of 1965 celebrates its 50th anniversary with a brunch 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Bluebonnet Ballroom of the E.H. Hereford University Center. Class members receive two free tickets, with additional tickets for $20 each.

Greek alumni meet up 4-7 p.m. on Moritz Plaza. Purchase tickets by Thursday, Nov. 12.

Student leaders from years past reunite 4-7 p.m. on the northwest deck of College Park Center. Purchase tickets by Thursday, Nov. 12.

All Mavericks, past and present, can mingle together at the Party on the Plaza, which starts at 4 p.m. on the northwest deck of College Park Center.

Tickets to the Greek and student leader reunions and the Party on the Plaza are $20 for adults and $5 for children 12 and older. Purchase tickets, which include food and beverages, at uta.edu/homecoming.

Runners, walkers needed for Homecoming 5K; Health Expo follows

Sign up for the Homecoming 5K, which takes off at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, from the Maverick Activities Center for a scenic route through the UT Arlington campus.

Online registration is accepted through Thursday, Nov. 12, at runsignup.com. Proceeds benefit the Student Emergency Services Fund.

After the race, stick around for the Health Expo with a variety of wellness vendors, foods, and activities. Read more details.

Emergency generator test on Friday

Facilities Management will test the emergency electrical generators 1-2:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6.

Buildings involved are Central Library, Chemistry Research Building, College Park Central and South parking garages, Davis Hall, Life Science Building, Science Hall, University Center, and University Hall. The test affects the electrical services tied to each building’s generator, not the entire building. There will be a slight “blip.” Keep computer work in progress saved.

Questions? Call Toby Buhrkuhl at 972-832-1490 or Jeff Johnson at 817-798-8456.

Monday's HUB fair promotes underutilized businesses

Companies compete for your department's business at the Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Vendor Fair 9-11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 9, in the Bluebonnet Ballroom of the E.H. Hereford University Center.

Representatives will be on hand for office supplies, office furniture, florist, promotional items, computers, apparel, cookies, chocolates, signs, framing, printing, information technology equipment, scientific equipment, medical supplies, and much more.

To be HUB certified, a company must be a minimum of 51 percent owned and operated by a minority, woman, or disabled veteran. Read more about UT Arlington's HUB program.

Contact Laurie Thompson at lauriethompson@uta.edu or 2-2039.

Celebrate UT System Day on Nov. 13

Wear your Maverick attire when celebrating UT System Day 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, in the Palo Duro Lounge of the E.H. Hereford University Center.

The celebration goes online with the hashtag #ALLUT, joining with System colleagues across Texas. Take a picture or two in the photo spot, post them to your favorite social media site, and follow along as others across Texas do the same.

Departments can join the celebration with a table to distribute promotional materials. Register online.

UT System Day is sponsored by the Office of the President, Staff Advisory Council, the UT System Employee Advisory Council, and the Office of Human Resources.

See more information on UT System Day website.

Plan for departmental summer camps

If your department is interested in sponsoring a day or overnight summer camp, check the Conference Services website for information and requirements for making your program a success.

The Summer Camp Guide outlines information needed to host a summer program on campus. All camps are required to complete a Request to Host form for approval. Complete the housing and dining forms as soon as possible.

Questions? Contact Maggie Quinn at mquinn@uta.edu.

Veterans honored Wednesday

UTA veterans will be honored on campus Wednesday, Nov. 11, for Veterans Day.

Reveille begins the event at 6:30 a.m. in the courtyard of College Hall followed by a wreath-laying ceremony.

At 11 a.m, a ribbon-cutting ceremony opens the refurbished Vet Lounge in Room 216 of the Central Library.

A reception for the inaugural induction ceremony for the National Student Veteran Honor Society is set for 2 p.m. in the Carlisle Suite of the E.H. Hereford University Center. RSVP for the Veterans Day reception to Kim Bennett at 2-9882 or kbennett@uta.edu.

A flag retreat ceremony is set for 5 p.m. in front of College Hall.

Donate a pair of socks for the "Socks for Service" project, which benefits homeless veterans. Drop off boxes are located around campus.

Pick up an "I Love UTA Veterans" or "UTA Veteran" button at the events.

The Veterans Day activities are sponsored by the UTA Veterans Connection Committee. For details on resources for student veterans, go to the Veteran Services website.

NetIDplus adds new level of security for campus connections

UTA has implemented NetIDplus, which will require two-factor authentication when you remotely access UTShare and VPN. Use of two-factor authentication is mandated by the UT System.

For more details, visit uta.edu/netidplus to find the definition of two-factor authentication, enrollment and training schedules, changes to your VPN group, frequently asked questions, troubleshooting guidelines, supported devices, and additional documentation.

For assistance or questions, contact the Help Desk at helpdesk@uta.edu or 2-2208.

Input needed for Quality Enhancement Plan

UTA is developing a plan to enhance the student learning experience. The Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP)  is a vital part of UTA’s reaccreditation effort, but is designed to focus exclusively on helping students get more out of their academic experience at UTA.

A group of faculty, staff, and students is developing the plan, but need input from all corners of campus. Visit the QEP website to complete the feedback form. Email any suggestions to qepc@uta.edu.

Friday, Nov. 6

Mathematics Colloquium Series Patrick Shipman of Colorado State University. 3 p.m., Room 311, Pickard Hall. Mathematics.

Flying with SOFIA M.J. Tykoski shares her story of flying on NASA's Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA). Tykoski is an eighth grade science teacher in Wylie and received the 2013 Butler Award for Excellence in Science Teaching. Free. 5 p.m. reception, 6 p.m. lecture, The Planetarium at UTA. Science, Planetarium.

Saturday, Nov. 7

2015 Breast Health 101 Symposium Register online; code BH101. Free. 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Maverick Activities Center. College of Nursing and Health Innovation.

Monday, Nov. 9

ProCard Register online. 1:30-3:30 p.m., Room E200C, Continuing Education Building. Business Affairs.

Wednesday, Nov. 11

Timekeeper Register online. 1:30-4 p.m., Room E200C, Continuing Education Building. Business Affairs.

Native American Heritage Month Lecture Author Paul McKenzie-Jones on prominent American Indian Movement leader Clyde Warrior. 7 p.m., Room 101, College Hall. Native American Student Association, History.

Thursday, Nov. 12

Qualitative Research Brown-bag Meetups Yekang Ko and Ann Foss, assistant professors of planning and landscape architecture, "Measuring Climate Literacy: Using Survey Data for Interdisciplinary Environmental Education." Noon-1 p.m., Room 414, Central Library. Qualitative Research Meetup.

Current Research on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Panelists Alexa Smith-Osborne, associate professor of social work; Cheryl Anderson, associate professor of nursing; and Mary Kate Kenworthy, readjustment counselor for Veterans Affairs. 4-6 p.m., sixth floor parlor, Central Library. Veterans Upward Bound.

Friday, Nov. 13

Position and Workforce Management Register online. 8:30-10:30 a.m., Room E200C, Continuing Education Building. Business Affairs.

LINK Lab Lecture Series Throy Campbell, “Higher Education in the Face of Labor Market Change.” 12:30-1:30 p.m., Room 246, Nedderman Hall. Also, Catherine Spann, “The Scientific Benefits of Mindfulness,” Nov. 19. LINK Research Lab.

Monday, Nov. 16

Safe Zone Ally Training Register online. 9 a.m.-noon, Guadalupe Room, E.H. Hereford University Center. LGBTQA Program.

Financial Statements and Reconciliation Process Register online. 2-4 p.m., Room E200C, Continuing Education Building. Business Affairs.

Navajo WWII Code Talker Samuel Holiday Samuel Holiday, Silver Medal of Honor recipient and WWII Navajo code talker. Part of National Native American Heritage Month. Free. 7 p.m., Room 101, College Hall. Native American Student Association.

Tuesday, Nov. 17

Goolsby Leadership Lecture Mary-Uhl Bien of Texas Christian University, “Leadership in the Workforce.” Free. 7 p.m., Bluebonnet Ballroom, E.H. Hereford University. Goolsby Leadership Academy.

Wednesday, Nov. 18

Focus on Faculty Traci Freling, associate professor of marketing, "The Selective Generosity of Donors: How Victim Identifiability Affects Philanthropy.” Free. Noon-1:30 p.m., sixth floor, Central Library. UTA Libraries.

Anderson Sports Performance Lecture Series James Pollifrone, president of Arlington Orthopedic Associates, “Treating the Whole Patient: Case Studies From the Athletic Arena to the Weekend Warrior.” Noon, Lone Star Auditorium, Maverick Activities Center. Kinesiology.

Requisitions Register online. 8:30-11 a.m., Room E200C, Continuing Education Building. Business Affairs.

Managing Projects and Making Decisions Register online. 9-11 a.m., Room 200, Wetsel Service Center. Human Resources.

Thursday, Nov. 19

Disability Studies Lecture Catherine Kudlick, “Disabling Cures: Rescuing History’s ‘Incurables’ from the Clutches of the Present.” Free. Noon-1 p.m. Room 25, University Hall. Disability Studies.

LINK Lab Lecture Series Catherine Spann, “The Scientific Benefits of Mindfulness.” 12:30-1:30 p.m., Room 246, Nedderman Hall. LINK Research Lab.

Genomic Core Facility Info Seminar Learn about next-gen sequencing and how Illumina MiSeq desktop sequencer can enhance your research. Register online. 8:30-11:30 a.m., Room 227, Pickard Hall. Genomics Core Facility, Biology.

Transgender Day of Remembrance Finn Jones of Transcendence DFW, followed by a candlelight vigil. 6-8 p.m., Student Congress Chambers, E.H. Hereford University Center. LGBTQA Program.

Friday, Nov. 20

Payment Vouchers Register online. 8:30-10:30 a.m., Room E200C, Continuing Education Building. Business Affairs.

Fundamental Skills for Supervisors and Managers Register online. 10 a.m.-noon, Room 200, Wetsel Service Center. Human Resources.

UTARI Lunch and Learn Register online. Shuttle available. Lunch provided. Noon, UTARI, 7300 Jack Newell Blvd. S., Fort Worth. UTA Research Institute.

Peer Observation of Teaching Training Learn about this powerful tool for professional growth, documenting great teaching, and sharing new ideas. Register online. 1-4 p.m., Room 415, Central Library. Also, 9 a.m.-noon Dec. 11. Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence, Faculty Affairs.

(For an expanded list of events, see the UTA calendar.)

Cross country champs: The men's cross country team, top, won its third conference championship in four years Saturday. Senior Eric Ojeda, left, earned the individual champion at the Sun Belt Conference Championships. Chris Myers, center, was named Freshman of the Year, and John Sauerhage was named Men's Cross Country Coach of the Year.

Cross country men take first in Sun Belt Conference

The men's cross country team claimed its third league title in the past four years and senior Eric Ojeda earned the individual champion at the Sun Belt Conference Championships on Sunday. John Sauerhage was named Men's Cross Country Coach of the Year.

All five UTA point scorers placed among the top 20 as the men finished with a total of 52 points.

Ojeda netted a time of 25:17.8 to win the race by 13 seconds. The senior became a first-team All-Sun Belt Conference pick for the second consecutive season.

Chris Myers was named Freshman of the Year. He and Grant Copeland earned spots on the All-Conference second team.

The UTA women, the 2014 conference champs, placed third with 84 points. Gabriela Alfonzo earned first team honors, while Katelyn Hayward made the second team.

The UTA teams head to the NCAA South Central Regional on Friday, Nov. 13 in College Station.

Read more about the SBC Cross Country Championships.

Volleyball heads on road before SBC championship

UTA claimed a five-set victory over Troy at College Park Center on Friday night and 3-1 over Louisiana-Monroe on Saturday.

The Mavs hit the road for Louisiana-Lafayette on Friday, Nov. 6, and Louisiana-Monroe, Saturday, Nov. 7.

The SBC Championship Tournament is Nov. 20-21 in Statesboro, Ga.

Six men's, three women's basketball games to be televised

The Sun Belt Conference announced its largest television package ever for men's and women's basketball for the 2015-16 season. UTA's men's team has one game televised on ESPN2 and five on ESPN3. The women's team has three games on ESPN3.

Read more about the televised SBC games.

Sports Shorts

• The Movin' Mavs Fall Tournament play Friday-Saturday, Nov. 6-7, at College Park Center. See the schedule.

• Women's basketball has a few changes this year. NCAA Playing Rules Oversight Panel approved revisions to start with the 2015-16 season. Read about the women’s basketball rule changes.

• Lady Movin’ Mavs freshman Rachel Kroener placed sixth in shot put at the 2015 World Championships in Doha, Qatar. She will compete in the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio de Janerio, Brazil, in fall 2016.

• Anthony Walker was selected by the Fort Wayne Mad Ants in the third round of the NBA D-League Draft last Saturday.

Intramural deadline for poker, innertube water polo

Upcoming intramural sports deadlines are poker, Monday, Nov. 16; innertube water polo, Sunday, Nov. 22; 3-on-3 wheelchair basketball, Tuesday, Dec. 8; college football bowl pick 'em, Sunday, Dec. 13; badminton, Sunday, Dec. 20; billiards, Wednesday, Jan. 6; racquetball, Tuesday, Jan. 12; and table tennis, Thursday, Jan. 14.

See the intramural sports schedule. Pick up entry forms at the Services and Information Desk of the Maverick Activities Center. For questions, call 2-3277 or email imsports@uta.edu.

(For more sports news, go to utamavs.com, uta.edu/movinmavs, or uta.edu/campusrec.)

Thursday, Nov. 5

Global Grounds: International Coffee Hour 4-5:30 p.m., Palo Duro Lounge, E.H. Hereford University Center. International Education Week.

Panel Discussion: World Class Championship Wrestling Panelists examine the World Class Championship Wrestling events in North Texas in the 1980s. Panelists are exhibit photographer Cirrus Bonneau, curator Oliver Lee Bateman, former WCCW wrestlers "Cowboy" Johnny Mantell and "Iceman" King Parsons, and former pro wrestling personality Allan Saxe, associate professor of political science. In conjunction with exhibit “Ringside: Memories of World Class Championship Wrestling.” Free. 2-3:30 p.m., sixth floor parlor, Central Library. UTA Libraries Special Collections.

World Trivia Night 6 p.m., Palo Duro Lounge,  E.H. Hereford University Center. International Education Week.

Friday, Nov. 6

Guest Cello Recital Cellist Yuri Anshelevich performs. Free. 7:30 p.m., Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. Music.

Friday Night Film: 'Southpaw' Rated R. Free popcorn. Concessions for sale. $1, $1.50 with credit card. 8 p.m., Rosebud Theatre, E.H. Hereford University Center. Also, Straight Outta Compton, Nov. 20. EXCEL Campus Activities.

Movin' Mavs Fall Tournament Free. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. College Park Center. Also, Saturday, Nov. 7. Movin’ Mavs.

Monday, Nov. 9

Voice Division Recital Free. Noon, Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. Music.

Percussion Ensemble Concert Free. 7:30 p.m., Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. Music.

Thursday, Nov. 12

Faculty Chamber Recital Free. 7:30 p.m., Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. Music.

Friday, Nov. 13

Apollo's Flight Live music and visual effects mingle for this original performance. See trailer. Tickets $25 students, up to age 12; $20 general public, call 2-1183. 7 p.m., Planetarium. Also, Saturday, Nov. 14; Friday-Saturday, Nov. 20-21. Planetarium.

UT System Day Wear your Maverick attire and celebrate UT System Day. UTA joined the UT System 50 years ago. Free. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Palo Duro Lounge, E.H. Hereford University Center. Human Resources, UT System Day.

Wind Symphony Concert Tickets.$9, $6 students, seniors. 7:30 p.m., Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. Music.

Friends of the Library Julie Kibler, author of Calling Me Home: A Novel. Free. 7:30 p.m., sixth floor parlor, Central Library. UT Arlington Libraries, Friends of the Library.

Saturday, Nov. 14

Faculty Bassoon Recital Laura Bennett Cameron, senior lecturer of bassoon. Free. 7:30 p.m., Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. Music.

Sunday, Nov. 15

Volleyball Mavericks vs. South Alabama. Staff Appreciation/Senior Day; VB Club Team Night. Tickets $5. 1 p.m., College Park Center. Athletics.

Monday, Nov. 16

Trumpet Studio Recital Free. 7:30 p.m., Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. Music.

Tuesday, Nov. 17

Clavier Piano Recital Free. 7:30 p.m., Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. Music.

Deck the Mall Welcome the holiday season with music, hot chocolate, and lighting up the Library mall. Free. 7 p.m., Library mall. EXCEL Campus Activities.

Wednesday, Nov. 18

Great American Smoke Out 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Palo Duro Lounge, E.H. Hereford University Center. Health Services.

'The Man Who Came to Dinner' Classic comedy by Moss Hart and George Kaufman. Tickets $7 faculty, staff, students, seniors; $10 general public. 8 p.m., Mainstage Theatre, Fine Arts Building. Also, 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, Nov. 19-21; 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22. Theatre Arts.

Thursday, Nov. 19

Guest Wind Recital Stephen F. Austin University wind faculty. Free. 7:30 p.m., Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. Music.

Transgender Day of Remembrance Finn Jones from Transcendence DFW and candlelight vigil. 6-8 p.m., Student Congress Chambers, E.H. Hereford University Center. LGBTQA Program.

Friday, Nov. 20

Symphonic Band Concert Free. 7:30 p.m., Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. Music.

Friday Night Film: 'Straight Outta Compton' Rated R. Free popcorn. Concessions for sale. $1, $1.50 with credit card. 8 p.m., Rosebud Theatre, E.H. Hereford University Center. EXCEL Campus Activities.

Saturday, Nov. 21

UTA Symphony Orchestra Concert Tickets.$9, $6 students, seniors. 7:30 p.m., Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. Music.

Holiday Extravaganza A family-oriented holiday celebration with arts and crafts representing a variety of winter holidays, cookie decorating, and pictures with Santa. Free. 11 a.m., Palo Duro Lounge, E.H. Hereford University Center. Freshmen Leaders on Campus.

Sunday, Nov. 22

Bassoon Studio Recital Free. 5:30 p.m., Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. Music.

Monday, Nov. 23

Voice Division Recital Free. Noon, Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. Music.

Trombone Ensemble Concert Free. 7:30 p.m., Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. Music.

Tuesday, Nov. 24

Viola Studio Recital Free. 7:30 p.m., Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. Music.

Women’s Basketball Mavericks vs. Seton Hall. Tickets $7-20. 7 p.m., College Park Center. Also, vs. Missouri Valley College, Saturday, Nov. 28, Recover from Black Friday: Post-Game Autographs. Athletics.

Coming Up

Concerts and Recitals Honors Recital, noon, and String Chamber Recital, 7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 30; UTA Jazz Concert, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1; UTA Choir Concert, tickets $6-9, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3; Flute Studio Recital, 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4. Free, unless noted. Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. Music.

Ongoing

Reunion: XV Faculty Biennial and Invited Alumni Exhibition Concurrent exhibitions feature 35 faculty members and 26 invited art graduates. Hours for both galleries 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, and noon-5 p.m. Saturdays. Gallery West, Studio Arts Center; and The Gallery at UTA, Fine Arts Building. Through Nov. 21. Art and Art History.

Ornament and Adornment: The Decoration and Application Techniques of African Masks 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, Visual Resources Commons, Room 2109, Fine Arts Building. Through Dec. 9. Art and Art History.

University Center Gallery: Digital Photography Student Exhibit 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. University Center Gallery, E.H. Hereford University Center. Through Dec. 12. EXCEL Campus Activities.

Special Collections: Ringside: Memories of WCC Wrestling 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Mondays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, sixth floor, Central Library. Through Jan. 16. UTA Libraries Special Collections.

Planetarium Fall shows SOFIA 3-D, Cosmic Origins Spectrograph, From the Earth to the Universe, Astronaut, Pink Floyd, and Spacepark 360: Infinity. Planetarium.

(For an expanded list of events, see the UTA calendar.)