TrailBlazer — Tuesday, November 7, 2017 — Office of University Communications

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Tuesday, November 7, 2017

Homecoming Week is finally here!

Show your Maverick pride at any one of a number of events planned this week, from the chili cook-off to alumni gatherings and from honoring veterans to the excitement of our top-rated men’s and women’s basketball teams in action! Maverick Homecoming continues through Sunday, Nov. 12. Visit Homecoming 2017 for details and ticket information.

Volunteer to work behind the scenes and ensure Maverick spirit is at an all-time high. Lend a hand for the parade, chili cook-off, The BASH, and more. Volunteers will receive a long-sleeve commemorative Homecoming T-shirt. Register to volunteer. LEARN MORE.

Save the date for UTA Thanksgiving dinner

A new Maverick tradition, UTA's Thanksgiving dinner is a chance to share fellowship and gratitude. The meal is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov 21, in the Connection Café in the University Center. The meal is free for students with a meal plan. Tickets are required for others: $5 for students and $8 for faculty, staff, and friends. Receive a free meal by volunteering. LEARN MORE.

Important Dates

Through Jan. 15—Registration underway for spring 2018 semester
Nov. 23-24—Thanksgiving holidays; no classes
Dec. 6—Last day of classes
Dec. 9-15—Final exams
Dec. 14-16—Commencement
Dec. 18—First day of classes for winter intercession
Dec. 19—Census date for winter intercession
Dec. 22-Jan. 1—No classes

Coming Up

Nov. 7—Russian Film Series presents The End of St. Petersburg(1927)
Nov. 8—Homecoming: Chili Cook-Off
Nov. 8—FabLab: Shop Safety Orientation; also Nov. 13, 15
Nov. 9—Panel Discussion—Walking the Line: Perspective on North Texas Labor Organizing
Nov. 9—Homecoming: Global Grounds
Nov. 9—Homecoming: The BASH
Nov. 10—UT System Day
Nov. 10—Distinguished Alumni Awards
Nov. 10—Homecoming: Veteran Appreciation Pre-Game Tailgate
Nov. 10—Homecoming Volleyball: UTA vs. UL-Monroe
Nov. 10—Homecoming: Step Show
Nov. 10-11—Homecoming: Movin’ Mavs Wheelchair Basketball Tournament
Nov. 11—Homecoming: Golf Tournament
Nov. 11—Homecoming: 5K
Nov. 11—Homecoming: Street Festival
Nov. 11—Homecoming Basketball: Lady Mavericks vs. Incarnate Word
Nov. 11—Homecoming: Parade and Pep Rally
Nov. 11—Homecoming Basketball: Mavericks vs. Loyola Marymount
Nov. 12—Homecoming Volleyball: UTA vs. Louisiana

See more on the UTA events calendar.

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