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UTA recognized for going above and beyond in response to pandemic
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The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) has selected The University of Texas at Arlington as a Star Award recipient for its outstanding efforts to respond to COVID‑19.
The Star Awards recognize institutions that go above and beyond to help students succeed. For 2021, the THECB honored institutions that “ensured the health, safety and success of their campus community through innovative approaches and local partnerships.” UTA was one of 10 award recipients out of 31 applicants.
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Free flu shots on campus next week
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Free flu shots are available on campus on 9 a.m.-noon Tuesday, Oct. 26, at room 104E in Trinity Hall and 1-4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27, at room 200 in the Wetsel Service Center.
The shots are free with PPO insurance and $20 cash or check without insurance. Bring your insurance card (if applicable) and driver’s license.
See more information and reserve your appointment at go.uta.edu/flushot. For questions, email benefits@uta.edu or call 817-272-5554.
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NAI chapter renewal
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UTA will relaunch its chapter of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI) today, Friday, Oct. 22. The new chapter will provide resources for faculty and student innovators to translate their creative ideas into powerful real-world solutions.
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Bobadilla honored
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Elite News has named Michele Bobadilla, a longtime UTA administrator and nationally recognized leader in championing higher education for underserved populations, as a recipient of its Women of Wisdom Award.
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Virtual expressions
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VP Nguyen, an assistant professor of computer science, is developing technology that would allow virtual reality users to see the facial expressions of the person they are interacting with online.
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Random mandatory testing continues
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Students, faculty, and staff coming to any UTA campus in any capacity will be selected at random for mandatory COVID‑19 testing.
Until further notice, 20% of the campus population, regardless of vaccination status, will be selected each week for testing.
Notifications will come from covidtesting@uta.edu, and you will have seven days to get tested after being selected. If you have any questions, contact covidtesting@uta.edu.
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Local vaccine clinics
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Find a COVID‑19 vaccine opportunity in Arlington, North Texas, and across Texas.
Mavericks can upload proof of vaccination to the COVID-19 Self Report portal in MyMav.
The Pfizer vaccine booster shot is available to certain individuals at least six months after the second Pfizer dose of the primary two-dose series. The Moderna booster is very restricted.
Read about the vaccines, boosters, and local availability on the Tarrant County Public Health website.
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Compliance training
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UTA employees are required to complete compliance training curriculum by today, Friday, Oct. 22. Access training at uta.instructure.com or through Canvas.
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Commencement volunteers
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Volunteers are needed for UTA’s three commencement ceremonies Friday-Saturday, Dec. 17-18, at Globe Life Field in Arlington. Complete the UTA Commencement Volunteer Form by Wednesday, Dec. 1.
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Faculty, staff discount
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The UTA Bookstore and Starbucks offer a 10% discount to faculty and staff for all in-store purchases with a UTA ID. Exclusions include textbooks, course-related supplies, Apple products, and computer hardware and software.
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Accounting period
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Accounting period 998 (adjustment period) is closed. Statements must be reconciled and approved in SAHARA by Monday, Nov. 1. The annual financial certifications will be available soon and should be completed by Monday, Nov. 1, as well.
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Forum on Strategic Plan 2025 Theme
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Attend the introduction of the new Strategic Plan 2025 theme, Culture and Societal Transformations 1-3 p.m. Monday, Nov. 8, at the Rio Grande Ballroom in the University Center.
This is a collaborative forum for open-ended exploration of the complex interactions that constitute the diversity of human experience: cultural and artistic expressions, social environment, and the physical world.
The conversation will focus on five topics related to advancing interdisciplinary research and creative works: community development and engagement; diversity of communication; diversity of creative expression and experience; advocacy and civic engagement; and finding solutions to inequities in our world.
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Early voting at MAC
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Early voting for the Nov. 2 elections is at the Maverick Activities Center 8 a.m.-5 p.m. through today, Friday, Oct. 22, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 24, and 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Friday, Oct. 25-29.
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Glass Pumpkin Sale
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The Art and Art History Department will host the ninth annual Glass Pumpkin Sale in conjunction with Parent and Family Weekend from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, at the Studio Arts Center.
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Spooky Special Collections
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See Special Collections' Halloween mini-exhibit showcasing some of its spookiest items. Grab a sweet treat when you are checking out the petrifying prints and spooky snapshots through Tuesday, Nov. 2.
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Great Pumpkin Carnival
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Families can enjoy children's games, activities, popcorn, candy, and more at the Great Pumpkin Carnival 6-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, in Maverick Circle in front of the University Center. The Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life hosts the free event.
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Fall Harvest & Trunk-or-Treat
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Join the School of Social Work for the second annual Fall Harvest & Trunk-or-Treat. Register to attend this drive-thru-only event that is 4-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30.
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