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Message from President Cowley: State Employee Charitable Campaign kicks off
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"Today is the day that we as Mavericks get to make a difference for so many in our communities—as it is officially the first day of the State Employee Charitable Campaign at UTA. Together, through this annual donation drive, you can help provide much-needed support to more than 300 participating charities that fund food banks, shelters for survivors of domestic violence and displaced individuals, job training programs targeting veterans, and countless other lifesaving programs. Your donations can improve the lives of so many across North Texas. I encourage you to consider donating today."
Read the rest of President Cowley’s message to employees and find SECC resources on Human Resources’ website.
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Maverick Speakers Series: Carla Hall
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Join UTA for "An Inspiring Evening with Carla Hall," celebrity chef, TV personality, and author, at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 26, at Texas Hall as part of the Maverick Speakers Series. Hall competed on Bravo's Top Chef and Top Chef: All Stars, spent seven years co-hosting ABC's Emmy-winning series The Chew, and is currently featured in the Food Network shows Thanksgiving, Holiday, and Halloween Baking Championships and Worst Cooks in America.
Tickets are free for faculty, staff, and students. For more information, visit uta.edu/maverickspeakers.
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New global partnership
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UT Arlington has signed a memo of understanding with India’s Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) to fast-track VIT’s graduates into a master’s program and conduct a faculty exchange for guest lectures in India.
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Schultz to lead development and alumni relations
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Marie Schultz will lead UTA in securing philanthropic resources as its new vice president for development and alumni relations, effective Nov. 14.
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Next generation of health care
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The future of the medical world took center stage at UTA on Sept. 9, when professionals from across Texas shared what the next generation of health care could look like at the Texas Health Informatics Alliance Conference.
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Improved pilot's test
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Matthew Robison, assistant professor of psychology, will evaluate new potential measures for the Aviation Selection Test Battery and the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, two aptitude tests that the military uses to screen people for various occupations, including those in aviation.
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Service Saturday a success
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More than 240 volunteers and 35 site leaders took part in the annual Super Service Saturday event, held Sept. 10. Students, faculty, and staff from UTA spent the day volunteering for community service projects with local organizations across the city.
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Presidential investiture
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Join fellow Mavericks for the formal inauguration of UTA's 10th president, Jennifer Cowley, at 2:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 30, at College Park Center. A festival reception on Spaniolo Drive will immediately follow the event. An RSVP is appreciated but not required.
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Say 'Thank You'
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Record a video of you saying “Thank You” to show UTA's friends and supporters love from the Maverick family. Individuals, groups, departments, or as many folks as you can fit into the image space can give a shoutout. Or, if you prefer, you can upload a video from your cellphone or computer.
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North Texas Giving Day
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By making a gift to the UTA Scholarship Fund on NTX Giving Day Thursday, Sept. 22, you will help UTA expand its support of talented students as they work to complete their degrees. Early giving is open now.
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Police training at stadium
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A police training exercise involving officers from UT Arlington and North Richland Hills is scheduled for 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, Sept. 14-16, at Maverick Stadium. The training includes yelling and simulated firearms (paint bullets). No live weapons will be used.
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LGBTQ+ group for faculty, staff
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The new LGBTQ+ Faculty and Staff Affinity Group (QTA) will host a social 10 a.m.-noon Friday, Sept. 16, in the Rio Grande Ballroom in the University Center. The purpose of this affinity group is to promote a sense of belonging at UTA for LGBTQ+ employees and their allies.
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Hazing and reporting
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Faculty, staff, and organization advisors are invited to Keeping Up with HR (Hazing and Reporting). Listen to a panel discussion on hazing, warning signs, how to report, where to report, and programming resources noon-1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 23. Lunch provided.
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Sustainability news
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The fall issue of Sustainability Quarterly includes news about reusable to-go boxes, volunteer opportunities, Campus Sustainability Month in October, and more.
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Update your MavAlert info
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Add or check your contact details for UTA's MavAlert Emergency Notification System, which rapidly notifies the UTA community of a campus emergency via registered email and cellphone.
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Academic Early Alert
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UTA’s new Academic Early Alert (AEA) is a referral program that creates an intervention with academic coaches before students fall behind at any point in the semester. Complete the AEA referral form to help improve student success and retention by connecting students to the Academic Success Center and other resources on campus.
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Holiday shows come to CPC, Texas Hall
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Act quickly to secure early tickets for two holiday events on campus in December. The early ticket sales end at 10 p.m. today, Thursday, Sept. 15.
The World Ballet Series' The Nutcracker brings the Christmas classic to Texas Hall Friday, Dec. 9.
Join Peppa Pig and her friends on an exciting trip in the winter woods at Peppa Pig's Adventure at College Park Center Monday, Dec. 26.
Check out other upcoming performances at utatickets.com, including:
- Aryana: The United States of Aryana, Saturday, Sept. 24
- Gary Valenciano Re-Energized!, Saturday, Oct. 15
- Brandon Lake: Miracle Nights Tour, Sunday, Oct. 16
- Newsboys: Stand Together Tour, Sunday, Oct. 30
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COVID-19 resources available on campus
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All Mavericks should remain vigilant concerning COVID‑19 and adhere to the best practices that help keep our community safe. Find information and resources, such as the following, at uta.edu/coronavirus.
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