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Monday, January 24, 2022

Required COVID-19 testing and resources

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.

Numerous resources for free COVID‑19 testing are widely available.

A temporary drive-thru COVID‑19 test site near Choctaw Stadium is open 9 a.m.-7 p.m. daily through Tuesday, Feb. 8.

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.

More testing resources are:

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.

Reducing COVID-19 disparities

A multidisciplinary team is helping Tarrant County residents better understand COVID-19 health information.

Lu named fellow

Frank Lu, professor of aerospace engineering, was named a fellow of the International Shock Wave Institute.

Public health interest growing

The COVID‑19 pandemic has sparked student interest in UTA’s public health program.

Sustainment partnership

TMAC formally launched a partnership with Sustainment Technologies Inc. furthering enablement of business growth and profitability for manufacturers in Texas.

BIT response, referral guide

The Behavior Intervention Team (BIT) would like to share a guide for faculty, staff, and students on how to respond to and refer a student of concern. Questions? Email bit@uta.edu. For a presentation for your department, email duane.jones@uta.edu.

UTA to join WAC

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.

Adobe Sign usage

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.

At-home test kits, antiviral meds covered

At-home COVID‑19 test kits and antiviral medications are covered for members of the UT Select and UT Connect prescription drug programs.

Four at-home tests also are free at COVIDtests.gov.

COVID-19 vaccine clinic at MAC

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.

Pepsi exclusive on campus

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.

Student Success Champion Award

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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