UTA’s Weekend Warriors

Some generous Mavericks—more than 240 volunteers and 35 site leaders—dedicated a Saturday in fall to making an impact in Arlington communities.

Students spent the day volunteering at nine locations across Arlington as part of Super Service Saturday, UTA’s annual day of community service.

“This is a great event that gets people connected,” says Emily Ford, a graduate student in the School of Social Work. “It instills a sense of pride and appreciation for the Arlington community and all the awesome things happening here.”

One volunteer site was the Lake Arlington Native Plant and Pollinator Garden. Traci Peterson, communications coordinator for the garden, says UTA volunteers have been with the organization since the beginning.

“Their service has been an essential part of our effort to build a demonstration garden for residents to learn about drought-tolerant native Texan plants,” she says. “We’re looking forward to partnering with UTA’s Super Service Saturday for years to come.”

Volunteers also spent time at the O.S. Gray Natural Area, Fielder House, Randol Mill Park, and Mission Arlington, among other locations.

“We are always so grateful for the partnership with UTA volunteers,” says Tillie Burgin, director of Mission Arlington. “We get so much done when they come and help alongside us.”