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Welcome to Maverick basketball season
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Mark your calendars: Mav Madness is back at 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 20, at College Park Center!
Mav Madness is UTA’s entertainment-filled primetime event to tip off the men’s and women’s basketball seasons, their first back in the Western Athletic Conference.
This event is free, and the first 500 fans will receive a Mav Madness T-shirt. Witness players in skills competitions and an intersquad scrimmage and enjoy free food and soft drinks while watching a performance by Steve Max, the Master of Simon Sez, from America’s Got Talent.
Plus, fans in attendance have the chance to win these prizes:
- Road travel with the teams
- 50-inch TVs
- RTIC coolers
- Beats by Dre headphones
- UTA basketball gear bags and more!
Before Mav Madness tips off, watch our volleyball team's match against Abilene Christian at 6 p.m., also in College Park Center. Entry to the match is free for all UTA students, faculty, and staff with a valid UTA ID.
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NBC News visits UTA today
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An NBC News team is coming to UTA today, Tuesday, Oct. 18, to demonstrate to students how to use drone cameras for newsgathering purposes.
Register for the free virtual conference, NBCU Academy’s Next Level Summit, and visit the NBC satellite truck and control room, located between College Park Center and Vandergriff Hall.
Read more about UTA’s participation in the NBCU Academy.
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Famed photographer next guest for Maverick Speakers Series
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Join UTA for “An Evening with Annie Leibovitz” at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29, at Texas Hall as part of the Maverick Speakers Series.
Leibovitz is a legendary photographer who is primarily known for her iconic portraits of celebrities for Rolling Stone, Vogue, and Vanity Fair magazines. Several collections of her work have been published, including Annie Leibovitz: Wonderland in 2021. Her accolades include the International Center of Photography’s Lifetime Achievement Award and being named a Living Legend by the United States Library of Congress, among many others.
“An Evening with Annie Leibovitz” is sponsored by Jeff and Jani Leuschel.
Tickets are free for faculty, staff, and students. Tickets are required. Find more information about the 2022-23 Maverick Speakers Series.
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Campus elections
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Cast your ballot in the campus elections 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Tuesday, Oct. 24-25, at the University Center. Vote for Homecoming king and queen, student government senators, UTA Ambassadors, and Student Service Allocation Fee representative.
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Volunteers needed
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Be part of the welcome wagon for Parent and Family Weekend, set for Friday-Sunday, Oct. 21-23. Volunteers are needed for Friday and Saturday only. Register to volunteer. Questions? Email Laura Mills at laura.mills@uta.edu.
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Transfer Student Week
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This week is National Transfer Student Week, a way to celebrate transfer students and the professionals who support them on their journeys. UTA aims to increase awareness of common transfer needs and barriers and to build community among the current and former transfer student population.
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Early voting at MAC
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Early voting for the Nov. 8 elections is at the Maverick Activities Center 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, Oct. 24-28, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30, and 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Friday, Oct. 31-Nov. 4.
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Security Awareness News
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The latest issue of Security Awareness News looks at keeping your inbox secure and other methods cyber criminals use to phish for your info.
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Bookstore sale
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UTA Bookstore has 20% off Champion brand clothing and accessories. Other bargains include $50 off select Mac computers and up to 50% off select art supplies. Gear up with this season's basketball tees, sweats, and hoodies.
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Halloween Casino Night
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Halloween Casino Night is a substance-free party alternative to provide students with a fun and safe environment 7-11 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, in the Bluebonnet Ballroom of the University Center. Expect a live DJ, mocktails, a costume contest, and a prize raffle.
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'Nosferatu' 100th anniversary
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Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the first film adaptation of Dracula. Nosferatu is a silent movie about a vampire who just wants to drink everyone in sight.
The English Department hosts a birthday party 7-9 p.m Thursday, Oct. 27, in the Rosebud Theatre of the University Center. Bring a canned good for the Maverick Food Pantry.
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Fall Fest on Friday
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The Office of International Education will host Fall Fest 2022 3-5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, on the west lawn by the Maverick Activities Center. The fest includes free food, pumpkin/craft painting, games, music, and more.
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Glass pumpkin sale
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The Art and Art History Department’s 10th Annual Glass Pumpkin Sale and Fundraiser is set for 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, for faculty and staff and Saturday, Oct. 22, for the public at the Studio Arts Center. Proceeds benefit the glass area's student organization and the program.
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Fright Night Haunted House
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Enjoy a night of scares at UTA's very own Fright Night Haunted House 7:30-10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, in the Rio Grande Ballroom. Costumes encouraged.
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Great Pumpkin Carnival
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The fraternity and sorority community invites families to enjoy children's games, activities, popcorn, candy, and more at the Great Pumpkin Carnival 6-8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31, in Maverick Circle.
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Chili Cook-Off
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Can you handle the heat? Join the Homecoming crew and the Division of Student Affairs for the annual Homecoming Chili Cook-Off on Wednesday, Nov. 9.
Teams will compete to win the ultimate prize of Chili Cook-Off champion, bragging rights, and an awesome trophy. Open to all UTA students, faculty, staff, and alumni groups. Register your team or just come and enjoy a Homecoming tradition.
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Homecoming Parade
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Be part of the annual Homecoming Parade, set for 5:45 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, down Spaniolo Drive along the College Park District. This year's theme is "Once Upon a Maverick."
Participants are welcome to enter the parade in one of several categories, such as float, golf cart, walkers, or marching band/dignitary.
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Decorate Downtown
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UTA student organizations are teaming up with businesses for Decorate Downtown—Homecoming 2022 to decorate storefronts for Homecoming Week. Student groups and businesses must sign up by Monday, Oct. 31, to compete for the People's Choice Award and the Judge's Choice Award.
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Chalk the Mall
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Want to show off your student organization’s UTA spirit in a sidewalk chalk competition? Join us Monday, Nov. 7, for this Homecoming event to unleash your organization’s creative abilities and compete for cash prizes. Sign up by Friday, Nov. 4.
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Homecoming 5K
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Register now for the Homecoming 5K and get the early bird special through Monday, Oct. 31. Then run or walk through campus with your team Saturday, Nov. 12. Learn about other Homecoming adventures at uta.edu/homecoming.
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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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Commencement at Globe Life Field
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To ensure that all Mavericks can invite friends and family to celebrate and enjoy a first-class graduation experience, commencement ceremonies will move to Globe Life Field for fall 2022, spring 2023, and fall 2023.
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Exit survey sent to graduation candidates
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If you are graduating this fall, please complete the Undergraduate or Master’s Exit Survey by Saturday, Dec. 31. You will receive a survey invitation from gradteam@uta.edu. The survey will also be accessible through Canvas.
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Important Dates
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- Oct. 18—Late registration for second eight-week term.
- Oct. 24— Census date for second eight-week term. Last day to drop classes for fall second five-week term; submit requests to advisor prior to 4 p.m.
- Oct. 28—Last day to drop classes for fall semester; submit requests to advisor prior to 4 p.m.
- Nov. 3—Last day of classes for second five-week term.
- Nov. 4—Final exams for second five-week term.
- Nov. 6—Registration ends for third five-week term.
- Nov. 7—First day of classes for third five-week term. Registration begins for spring 2023 semester.
- Nov. 7-8—Late registration for third five-week term.
- Nov. 10—Census date for third five-week term.
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