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Vote today for campus leadership positions
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Vote in person through 6 p.m. today, Tuesday, April 5, in the University Center Art Gallery in campus elections for student body president, vice president, Mr. UTA, Ms. UTA, student senators, UTA ambassadors, and Student Service Allocation Committee representative. There also are two special elections concerning student fees.
Visit uta.edu/elections for more information and options for online voting. Read the Ballot and Candidate Information page.
Election results will be announced at the “Party After the Polls” in Brazos Park.
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Two special initiatives
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Two special topics are included in this year's campus elections.
Voting for the Student Life and Community Initiative supports enhancements, improvements, and expansions to the E.H. Hereford Center. The Student Union fee would become $150 per semester and $75 per summer term. The increase in fees won’t go into effect until the project is completed in 2026.
Voting for the Green Fund would create a $5 tuition allocation per student per regular semester and $2.50 per summer term to be designated toward Universitywide sustainability initiatives.
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Fresh Check Day
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Make it to a mental health check-in at Fresh Check Day 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, April 6, at Brazos Park. The event features interactive booths focused on emotional and mental health awareness, free food, prizes, and more.
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The Big Event
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It's not too late to volunteer for a community service project for The Big Event on Saturday, April 9. A celebration for volunteers is 1-3 p.m. with complimentary lunch, entertainment, and activities.
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UTA Jazz at Main St.
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Come by at the UTA Main Stage during the Fort Worth Main Street Arts Festival for some great music, including performances by faculty member Tatiana Mayfield, the UTA Jazz Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, and Jazz Combo.
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Maverick Major Fair
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Consider your future at the Maverick Major Fair noon-1:30 p.m. Monday, April 11, in the Palo Duro Lounge of the University Center. Departments from across campus showcase their majors, minors, and more. Free T-shirts and prizes for attendees.
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Food Network chef Jet Tila on campus
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Food Network chef Jet Tila will create a special Thai barbecue pop-up stand and free interactive teaching kitchens 11 a.m.-2 p.m. today, Tuesday, April 5, on the Library mall. The teaching kitchens will be at Connection Café in the University Center.
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JCPenney Suit-Up Event
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Take advantage of discounts for your career wardrobe via the JCPenney Suit-Up Event. The shopping bargains are online through Friday, April 8.
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Lavender graduation
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Register to particpate in the Lavender Graduation at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 19, in the Rio Grande Ballroom. For any questions or concerns, please email Joshua Mackrill.
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Library mural competition
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UTA Libraries is hosting a mural competition to select a work to be displayed in the Central Library. The winning artist will receive a $250 UTA Bookstore credit. The theme is “Justice in My Eyes.”
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Grandmother of Juneteenth
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Opal Lee, the Grandmother of Juneteenth and nominee for the Nobel Peace Prize, will speak on the National Juneteenth Museum coming to Fort Worth 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 13, in the Fine Arts Building. The event will be livestreamed.
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Marin on Chicano art
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Richard "Cheech" Marin, an actor and preeminent Chicano art advocate, will discuss his private collection 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 13, in the Rosebud Theatre of the University Center. Email monica.lopez@uta.edu for an in-person reservation or the livestream link.
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Electronic waste recycling
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Bring your batteries, old electronics, toner cartridges, and other electronic waste to the e-waste recycling drive 2-4 p.m. Thursday, April 14, on the west side of the UC mall.
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Student Organization Fair
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Spread the word of your group at the Student Organization Fair Wednesday, April 13, on the University Center mall.
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In your opinion
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Students are needed for Maverick Dining focus group sessions Tuesday-Wednesday, April 12-13. All participants will receive a voucher for a free combo meal at select locations. Complimentary snacks and beverages will be provided as well.
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Are you eligible?
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UTA’s Blaze Forward program will cover 100% of tuition and fees for eligible undergrads starting in fall 2022. Grants will be automatically applied with no additional application required. Learn more about eligibility at go.uta.edu/blaze-forward.
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Student engagement survey
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First-year students and seniors who complete the National Survey of Student Engagement before Sunday, May 15, will be eligible to enter a drawing for one of 20 $100 Amazon gift cards. Eligible students can access the survey through Canvas.
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Undergrad Exit Survey
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Students graduating in May 2022 should complete the Undergraduate Exit Survey, available through Canvas. Responses are confidential. Eligible students will receive invites from gradteam@uta.edu.
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Policy and procedure changes
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CO-CE-PO-06 UTA Drugs and Alcohol Policy—This policy was updated to combine the following policies and procedures:
- CO-CE-PO-04 Drug Free Workplace Policy
- CO-CE-PR-03 Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace Procedure
- CO-CE-PR-04 Illicit Drugs and Alcohol Abuse Procedure
- EI-PO-10 Prevention of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Policy
CO-CS-PR-13 Inclement Weather and Emergency Campus Closure Procedure—This procedure was updated to reflect current practices for emergency campus closures.
CO-ID-PR-03 Sponsored Affiliate Identification Cards (Mav Express ID) Procedure—This procedure was updated to reflect current University procedures.
CO-CS-PR-03 Tornado Procedure—This procedure was updated to reflect current University practices in the event of a tornado.
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Important dates
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- April 5—Late registration for third five-week term.
- April 7—Census date for third five-week term.
- April 25—Last day to drop classes for third five-week term; submit requests to advisor prior to 4 p.m.
- April 26—Last day to drop classes for second eight-week term; submit requests to advisor prior to 4 p.m.
- May 3—Last day of classes for spring semester.
- May 4—Student Study Day (no classes) for spring semester.
- May 5-11—Final exams for spring semester.
- May 10—Last day of classes for second eight-week term and third five-week term.
- May 11—Final exams for second eight-week term and third five-week term.
- May 12-14—Commencement ceremonies.
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