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UTA to join Western Athletic Conference
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UT Arlington has officially accepted an invitation to join the Western Athletic Conference, ushering in a new era of Maverick athletics beginning Friday, July 1, and making UTA the 15th member of the WAC and eighth school based in Texas during the 2022-23 academic year.
“We are thrilled to join the Western Athletic Conference and help bolster a league that shares a similar strategic vision, is in the best interest of our student-athletes and enhances the University’s profile,” stated Director of Athletics Jim Baker. “The WAC’s short- and long-term objectives, goals and overall mission run parallel to UTA’s, and we envision this move being advantageous for all parties.”
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COVID-19 testing: Drive-thru test site opens in Arlington, at-home tests available
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Numerous resources for free COVID‑19 testing are widely available.
Arlington testing site
The Federal Emergency Management Agency, the state of Texas, Tarrant County, and the city of Arlington have opened a temporary drive-thru COVID‑19 test site near Choctaw Stadium. The site will be open 9 a.m.-7 p.m. daily through Tuesday, Feb. 8.
At-home tests
Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order four free at-home COVID-19 tests at COVIDtests.gov. Orders will usually ship in 7-12 days. Order your tests now so you have them when you need them.
At-home tests also are available at pharmacies for a cost. Average at-home test prices are about $10.
Free at-home test kits are available for members of the UT SELECT and UT CONNECT prescription drug program.
On-campus testing
Two free on-campus testing sites are offered. Testing for symptom-free individuals is in the Carlisle Suite of the University Center. Individuals with symptoms can be tested at the Curative site at 435 Spaniolo Drive. Appointments are required.
Regardless of vaccination status, all students and employees coming to campus in any capacity for the spring semester must provide proof of a viral COVID‑19 test by Friday, Feb. 4. On-campus tests are automatically reported to UTA. Off-campus test results must be uploaded to the COVID Self-Report portal in MyMav.
Contact covidtesting@uta.edu with questions.
More testing resources
For more info
Go to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website for more information about who should be tested, the types of tests, how to take them, and more.
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COVID-19 vaccine clinic at MAC
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UTA is offering a free, walk-in-only COVID‑19 vaccine clinic 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 2, in Room 102B in the Maverick Activities Center. The clinic is open to UTA students, employees, and their families and dependents.
Individuals 12 years and older can receive first and second doses of both the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines. Booster doses are available for all eligible individuals. Contact covidvaccine@uta.edu with any questions.
To find a vaccine or booster off campus, enter your zip code into the CDC’s COVID‑19 vaccine finder.
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Das named fellow
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Gautam Das, associate dean for research in the College of Engineering, has been named a fellow of the Association of Computing Machinery.
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Media academy on campus
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NBCUniversal News Group’s NBCU Academy will offer on-campus training and education to students in the Department of Communication as part of its nationwide journalism program.
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Adobe Sign usage
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All Authorization of Professional Services forms will be completed using Adobe Sign after Friday, Jan. 28, to eliminate the need for paper-based forms. See more information on OIT News.
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Student Success Champion Award
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The Student Success Champion Award from the Division of Student Success celebrates staff and faculty members who have demonstrated advancements in student success culture and innovation, retention and completion, service to students, and experiential learning.
Nominations are being accepted through Monday, Jan. 31.
Contact DSS@uta.edu if you have any questions.
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Pepsi exclusive on campus
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The University has an exclusive agreement with PepsiCo, Inc. for the sale and distribution of beverages, including bottled water, at UTA facilities and events. Read more about the agreement and exceptions.
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Dining on campus
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In alignment with the University's focus on a safe launch to the spring term, Maverick Dining has adjusted its dining hours. Refer to the interactive schedule for the most up-to-date dining hours.
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Self-driving vehicle survey
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Researchers with the Arlington RAPID project are seeking survey participants who have and have not ridden in the self-driving shuttles circulating campus since the service began in March 2021. Learn more and take the survey.
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