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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
UTA Campus Elections

Campus elections

Cast your ballot in the campus elections until 6 p.m. today, Tuesday, Oct. 25, at the University Center. Vote for Homecoming king and queen, student government senators, UTA Ambassadors, and Student Service Allocation Fee representative.

Early voting at MAC

Early voting for the Nov. 8 elections is at the Maverick Activities Center 8 a.m.-5 p.m. through Friday, Oct. 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.

Jennifer Cowley

Cookies with Cowley on Monday

Cookies with Cowley, a meet and greet with UTA President Jennifer Cowley, features signature cookies noon-1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31, in the Palo Duro Lounge of the University Center. Pizza and beverages will be served. Attendees will have an opportunity to take pictures with the president at a photobooth.

CAPPA designs

Graduate students in the College of Architecture, Planning, and Public Affairs will present their creative urban design projects as part of "Gathering at the Wellspring: A Vision for Arlington’s Future." The event is 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at the newly remodeled Theatre Arlington, 305 W. Main St.

Latin Combo kudos

DownBeat Magazine, a music publication covering jazz and blues, named the UTA Latin Combo as the top undergraduate Latin group in the nation at its 45th Annual Student Music Awards.

Veteran's Edge gift

Bank of America announced a $25,000 gift to UTA’s Veteran’s Edge program. Run by senior-level military-connected peer mentors through the Office of Military and Veteran Services, the program supports new military-connected students with various resources.

AIDS Memorial Quilt

A panel of speakers will discuss their experiences with the AIDS epidemic at Preserving LGBTQ+ History: The Legacy of the AIDS Memorial Quilt 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26, in the sixth floor parlor of the Central Library. The quilt is on display in the sixth floor 9 a.m.-5 p.m. through Saturday, Oct. 29.

Disability Studies minor

The Disability Studies Meet and Greet provides information about the unique minor noon-1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26, noon-1 p.m., in person in room 108 of University Hall and online on Teams. Free pizza provided. American Sign Language interpretation and captioning provided.

Drug Take-Back Day

Get rid of older or unused medications at a drive-thru drug collection 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at the main entrance of Medical City Arlington, in cooperation with the Arlington Police Department.

Blaze, UTA mascot, wearing a mask, with "Get The Flu Shot, Not The Flu."

Get your free flu shot

Health Services recommends getting vaccinated by the end of October to be protected against the flu before the start of flu season.

Call 817-272-2771 to schedule your free flu shot.

Applying for student load debt relief?

Apply for Federal Student Loan Debt Relief

Students can apply for Federal Student Loan Debt Relief through Dec. 31, 2023.

The program provides eligible borrowers with full or partial discharge of loans up to $20,000 for Federal Pell Grant recipients and up to $10,000 for non-Pell Grant recipients.

Halloween Casino Night

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.

Spooky Songs

The music of the night comes from the Fine Arts Building when voice Associate Professor David Grogan gives some Halloween-themed performances. Dr. Grogan is known to dress in costume for some of his songs. The program starts at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, in the Irons Recital Hall.

Fall Harvest & Trunk-or-Treat

The School of Social Work hosts its annual Fall Harvest & Trunk-or-Treat 4-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, in lot 49. The drive-thru event for faculty, staff, and students features candy and food for those who need it from Tarrant Area Food Bank. Costumes are encouraged.

Great Pumpkin Carnival

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.

'Nosferatu' date change

The 100th anniversary of the Dracula silent movie Nosferatu has been moved to 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, in the Guadalupe Room of the University Center. Bring a canned good for the Maverick Food Pantry.

Homecoming UTA. More Spirit. All Maverick. November 7-12

Get ready for Homecoming events

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 Judges' Choice Award.

Want to show off your student organization’s UTA spirit in a sidewalk chalk competition? Sign up by Friday, Nov. 4. Join us Monday, Nov. 7, for this Homecoming event to unleash your organization’s creative abilities and compete for cash prizes.

Register your team 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.

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."

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.

Important Dates

  • 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.
Graduates at commencement ceremonies at Globe Life Field

Commencement at Globe Life Field

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.

Graduating this semester? Take the survey.

Exit survey sent to graduation candidates

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.

COVID-19 resources available on campus

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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