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MavWire 2016 Archive » MavWire — Thursday, February 11, 2016

ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ enrollment rises to record 38,650 ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ-based students

Enrollment at ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ reached a record 38,650 ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ-based students for the spring 2016 semester, a figure that is up 6 percent from a year ago. At a time when most universities see declines in enrollment from fall to spring, ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ’s numbers rose 4.4 percent from fall of 2015 when enrollment was 37,008.

The University now has a total of 50,661 degree-seeking students on campus and in online degree programs. That number is projected to climb to 55,000 this year as new sections of online nursing and education degree programs begin throughout the spring and summer.

The enrollment report showed the , now the third largest in the state of ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ, increased enrollment 13 percent over the previous spring. The enrollment grew 16 percent over spring 2015 and is now the largest producer of trained nurses in the state of ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ and the third largest in the nation. The also saw healthy growth with a 4 percent increase over spring 2015.

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Sun earns NSF CAREER grant to develop laser to better detect diseases

Yuze “Alice” Sun, assistant professor of electrical engineering, has been awarded a five-year, $500,000 Faculty Early Career Development, or CAREER, grant to create technology that will lead to a versatile biosensing platform featuring exceptional detection sensitivity, selectivity, and throughput.

Dr. Sun is developing an all-liquid optofluidic laser that could better detect cancer in the comfort of a doctor’s office. The new generation laser also could be used for other biosensing applications and fundamental biological and medical research as well.

Most lasers are semiconductor-based and require solid material to create cavities to confine light. In optofluidic lasers, two-phase liquids are controlled using microfluidics and nanofluidics to form a highly efficient optical microcavity. The all-liquid nature makes the laser adaptive and achieves high-precision tuning in an unprecedented manner.

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Military Times ranks ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ Top 50 Business School for 2016

The College of Business is among the top 50 best business schools for veterans in the United States, according to rankings released Monday by Military Times.

ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ serves more than 3,000 student veterans or dependents of military veterans among its more than 50,000 students. ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ placed No. 43 on the list of 77 institutions recognized for their commitment to providing opportunities to America’s veterans.

Military Times evaluated 180 institutions based on university culture, student support for military veterans, academic outcomes, quality academic policies, cost, and financial aid when conducting and scoring the fourth annual survey.

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New tech lab The new technology lab in the Center for Mexican American Studies officially opened thanks to support from the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) and representatives of the General Motors Arlington assembly plant. Part of LULAC’s Empower Hispanic America with Technology initiative, the lab will assist students with college applications and provide information about STEM programs. .

Volunteers needed for Spring Job Fair

The Career Development Center needs more than 125 volunteers to help make the Spring Job Fair a success. The Job Fair is from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday, March 1, at the Maverick Activities Center.

Choose a 1.5-hour shift or indicate your availability between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. Tasks include set-up, clean-up, carrying employer materials, escorting employers to their booths, and staffing the student check-in tables.

by 5 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 24.

For questions, call 2-2932 or email Alissa Anderson at alissa.anderson@uta.edu.

ARDC maintenance planned for Feb. 27

The Arlington Regional Data Center will undergo maintenance on Saturday, Feb. 27, to continue stabilizing ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ’s services in the event of a power disruption.

As a result, High Performance Computing and High Energy Physics services will be temporarily unavailable. Other services may be temporarily interrupted. In the event of a service interruption, you will be notified through the .

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Your message here The foyer glass walls in the Central Library are available to student organizations and University departments. The walls may be reserved for up to seven days, but only once per semester per organization or department. See the . For questions, email Kiriakis Newman at kiriakis@uta.edu.

Become an adviser for Alternative Spring Break

Staff or faculty are needed as advisers for the trip to St. Louis, Mo., for March 13-18. Alternative Spring Break is an opportunity for students to serve as volunteers for issues such as sustainability, education, and disaster relief. They must be licensed to drive a 12-passenger van or be willing to participate in the licensing process.

Contact Susan Dequeant at dequeant@uta.edu for more information.

Show your artistic talents in MavsArt

Whether you paint, take photos, sculpt, or merely doodle, show your artistic side in ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ Libraries' MavsArt spring exhibit.

Artwork in two- and three-dimensional forms will be accepted. Submission deadline is Monday, Feb. 15.

Questions? Email janeth.colmenero@uta.edu or visit the .

Friday, Feb. 12

Center for African American Studies Conference "Critical Issues in the Black Community: Pursuing Justice for All" profiles progressive solutions to social problems. Speakers include Valeisha Butterfield-Jones, CEO of Women in Empowerment Entertainment Network; Shaun King, social justice writer for New York Daily News; film director Arthur Muhammad; and actor Aundre Dean. Register online. 6 p.m., E.H. Hereford University Center. Also, Saturday, Feb. 13. .

Monday, Feb. 15

Unit Effectiveness Process Refresher . 9-10 a.m., fourth floor conference room, Wade Building. Also, 11 a.m.-noon Monday, Feb. 29, in Wade Building. Also, 1-1:45 p.m. Tuesday, March 22; 10-10:45 a.m. Monday, March 28; 2-2:45 p.m. Thursday, March 31; 9-9:45 a.m. Tuesday, April 5; 3:30-4:15 p.m. Wednesday, May 4, all in Room E200E, Workforce Development Building. Institutional Effectiveness and Reporting.

Film Screening: 'The Big Picture: Rethinking Dyslexia' Join in a discussion after the film. Free. 2-3 p.m., Room 100, Nedderman Hall. .

Tuesday, Feb. 16

Requisitions . 8:30-11 a.m., Room E200C, Continuing Education Building. Business Affairs.

Conducting Effective Meetings . 9-11 a.m., Room 200, Wetsel Service Center. .

K-12 Focused Technology Series Explore online learning in K-12 and higher education. Kayla Parker of Coppell ISD, noon-1 p.m., Room 111, Trimble Hall. Also, mobile learning and microlearning, Feb. 24; Harrison McCoy, connecting globally with technology, March 1; Makerspaces and ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ FabLab, March 8; and Jim Holland, Google Classroom, Canvas, and anything related to LMS/CMS, March 22 and 29. .

Wednesday, Feb. 17

Writing Effective Performance Reviews . 9-11 a.m., Room 200, Wetsel Service Center. .

Building Science Expo “The Growth of North ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ: A Defining Opportunity” includes a building material trade show, followed by lectures, dinner, and a panel discussion. . Noon-9 p.m., Architecture Building. .

Payment Vouchers . 1:30-3:30 p.m., Room E200C, Continuing Education Building. Business Affairs.

Focus on Faculty Krystal Beamon, associate professor of sociology and anthropology. Noon-1:30 p.m., sixth floor parlor, Central Library. .

Black History Month Lectures Theron Bowman, Arlington deputy city manager, “Lawz N the Hood,” noon-1 p.m., and attorney Jermaine Watson, “The Anatomy of a Lawsuit,” 1-2 p.m., Room 200, Trimble Hall. Also, Cheryl Wattley, UNT Dallas College of Law, “Ada Lois Sipuel Fisher and Her Fight to End Segregation,” noon-1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24, Room 200, Trimble Hall. , .

Thursday, Feb. 18

Financial Statements & the Reconciliation Process . 2-4 p.m., Room E200C, Continuing Education Building. Business Affairs.

Friday, Feb. 19

IRB Mini-Conference Learn about the Institutional Review Board (IRB) submission process anf=d how to conduct ethical research studies with human subjects. See conference schedule and RSVP. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., sixth floor, Central Library. , .

Managing Across Generations . 10 a.m.-noon, Room 200, Wetsel Service Center. .

Psychology Colloquium Craig Neumann of the University of North ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ, “Understanding Psychopathy via Variable- and Person-Centered Approaches.” Noon, Room 110, University Hall. .

Dallas Festival of Ideas Architecture Professor-in-Residence Mark Lamster moderates a panel discussion on “.” . Free, but required. Fair Park, Dallas. Also, Saturday, Feb. 20. , .

Saturday, Feb. 20

CPR/AED/First Aid Class A single, five-hour class covering the American Red Cross first aid basics, medical and environmental emergencies, adult CPR, and AED use. Registration at MAC Services and Information desk. $50. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Room 223, Maverick Activities Center. Also, Saturdays, March 5, April 9, May 21. .

Tuesday, Feb. 23

Performance Management Forms and Procedures . Noon-1 p.m., Room 200, Wetsel Service Center. .

Travel and Expenses . 8:30-11 a.m., Room E200C, Continuing Education Building. Business Affairs.

Wednesday, Feb. 24

Partnering with Your Boss . 9-11 a.m., Room 200, Wetsel Service Center. .

Thursday, Feb. 25

Introduction to TracDat . 3-4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25, fourth floor conference room, Wade Building. Also, 4-5 p.m. Friday, March 11; 1:45-2:30.p.m. Tuesday, March 22; 10:45-11:30 a.m. Monday, March 28; 2:45-3:30 p.m. Thursday, March 31; 9:45-10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 5; 4:15-5 p.m. Wednesday, May 4; all in Room E200E, Workforce Development Building. Institutional Effectiveness and Reporting.

Your Professional Image . 9-11 a.m., Room 200, Wetsel Service Center. .

Monday, Feb. 29

Unit Effectiveness Process Refresher . 11 a.m.-noon, fourth floor conference room, in Wade Building; and 1-1:45 p.m. Tuesday, March 22; 10-10:45 a.m. Monday, March 28; 2-2:45 p.m. Thursday, March 31; 9-9:45 a.m. Tuesday, April 5; 3:30-4:15 p.m. Wednesday, May 4, all in Room E200E, Workforce Development Building. Institutional Effectiveness and Reporting.

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High marks: Senior Roland Sales, top and middle left, and freshman Alexus Henry, middle right, set new ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ high jump records at the Charlie Thomas Invitational on Saturday in College Station. Drew Charles, bottom, and fellow Mavs hit the courts at ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ State Tuesday, which was televised on ESPN2.

Two new ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ track records set

Senior Roland Sales smashed the school record and posted a top-5 national mark while winning the men's high jump title at the Charlie Thomas Invitational on Saturday at College Station.

Sales cleared 7 feet, 2 1/2 inches to topple the previous mark. His mark is tied for the fourth-best in the nation this year. On Friday, as part of the pentathlon, freshman Alexus Henry broke the women's mark by clearing 5 feet, 10 inches.

ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ heads to Wichita, Kan., for the Herm Wilson Invitational on Friday-Saturday, Feb. 12-13. The Sun Belt Conference Indoor Track and Field Championships is Monday-Tuesday, Feb. 22-23 in Birmingham, Ala.

Mavs hold ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ State in road win

The men's basketball team finished a long road stretch in style, rolling past ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ State 65-53 Tuesday night in San Marcos before a national television audience on ESPN2.

The Mavericks improved to 16-7 overall and into a tie for fourth in the Sun Belt at 7-5.

Jalen Jones scored 17 and grabbed six rebounds to lead a balanced effort by the Mavs. Jorge Bilbao had a team-high seven rebounds.

Three home games start with Appalachian State on Saturday, Feb. 13, with touchscreen gloves for the first 250 fans. Next are games against Louisiana-Lafayette on Thursday, Feb. 18, and Louisiana-Monroe on Saturday, Feb. 20. All games are at 7:15 p.m. in College Park Center.

Gerlich sees 200th career win

The Lady Mavericks cruised to an 80-48 win over ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ State on Tuesday to earn coach Krista Gerlich the 200th win of her career. The women's basketball team is 11-11 overall and 6-6 in Sun Belt Conference play.

Rebekah VanDijk led the way with a career-high 26 points on 8-11 shooting. VanDijk earned her ninth double-double of the season with 10 rebounds and also chipped in with three blocks.

ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ hosts Appalachian State at 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, at College Park Center with touchscreen gloves for the first 250 fans. Other home games include Louisiana-Lafayette at 11:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18, and Louisiana-Monroe at 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 20.

Tennis teams on winning streaks

The Maverick men's tennis team improved to 5-3 by sweeping Cameron and Seminole State, both in Oklahoma, in a doubleheader Saturday and A&M-Corpus Christi on Monday.

The team plays Missouri-Kansas City on Friday, Feb. 19, at the ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ Tennis Center followed by a three-game road trip.

The women’s tennis team won 7-0 over Montana State in its spring season opener Friday at the ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ Tennis Center. The Mavs play at home against Nevada-Reno at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 13; Missouri State at 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 19; and Sam Houston at 10 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 21.

Intramural deadline for racquetball, indoor soccer

Upcoming intramural sports deadlines are racquetball, Friday, Feb. 12; indoor soccer, Wednesday, Feb. 17; tennis, Friday, Feb. 19; softball, Wednesday, Feb. 24; foosball, Tuesday, March 1; dodgeball, Wednesday, March 2.

See the . Pick up entry forms at the Services and Information Desk of the Maverick Activities Center. For questions, call 2-3277 or email imsports@uta.edu.

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'Romancing the Stars' $12 per person for faculty, staff, students Bring your sweetheart to the  this Valentine's Day for a special event, Romancing the Stars. The program takes a lighthearted look at the night sky and tells stories of love and devotion that can be found there. Showtimes are 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12; 5:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13; and 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 14.  are $12 per person for the ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ community and Planetarium members and $15 per person for the general public. Call 2-1183 or email planetarium@uta.edu for more information.

Thursday, Feb. 11

Softball: ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ Invitational Mavericks vs. ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ Southern.  $5-7 general public, $3 students. 6 p.m., Allan Saxe Field. Also, vs. Northern Colorado, 4:30 p.m., and vs. Detroit, 6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12; vs. ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ Southern, 2 p.m., and vs. Missouri State, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13; vs. Detroit, 10 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 14. .

Friday, Feb. 12

Friends of the Library Houston Faust Mount II, Oilfield Revolutionary: The Career of Everette Lee DeGolyer. 7:30 p.m., sixth floor parlor, Central Library. , .

ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ College Invitational Wheelchair Basketball Tournament Free. All day, Maverick Activities Center, Physical Education Building. Also, Saturday-Sunday, Feb. 13-14. .

Saturday, Feb. 13

Basketball Doubleheader Mavericks vs. Appalachian State. $7-20 general public, $3 students. Maverick women's game 5 p.m., men's game 7:15 p.m., College Park Center. Also, vs. Louisiana-Lafayette, women 11:30 a.m., men 7:15 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18; and vs. Louisiana-Monroe, women 5 p.m., men 7:15 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 20. .

Tennis Lady Mavs vs. Nevada-Reno, 11 a.m.; Mavericks vs. Missouri-Kansas City, 1 p.m. Free. ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ Tennis Center. .

Tuesday, Feb. 16

Clavier Piano Recital Free. 7:30 p.m., Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. .

Volunteer Fair Faculty, staff, and students can meet with local nonprofit agencies for long-term, short-term, and one-time volunteer events. 11 a.m., Palo Duro Lounge, E.H. Hereford University Center. , .

Thursday, Feb. 18

Third Thursday Game Night Free. 6-9 p.m., basement, Central Library. .

Maverick Musical Student teams perform Broadway-style productions to compete for cash awards. 7 p.m., Rosebud Theatre, E.H. Hereford University Center. .

SAI Alumni Recital Former members of the Sigma Alpha Iota music fraternity perform. Free. 7:30 p.m., Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. .

Friday, Feb. 19

Baseball: ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ Tournament Mavericks vs. Oklahoma State, 11 a.m.; vs. Stephen F. Austin, 2:30 p.m. $5 general public, $3 students. Clay Gould Ballpark. Also, vs. Oklahoma State, 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 20, and vs. Stephen F. Austin, 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21. .

Women's Tennis Lady Mavs vs. Missouri State. Free. 2 p.m., ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ Tennis Center. Also, vs. Sam Houston State, 10 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 21. .

Softball: Maverick Invitational Mavericks vs. Princeton, 3:30 p.m.; vs. South Dakota State, 6 p.m. $5-7 general public, $3 students. Allan Saxe Field. Also, vs. Princeton, 11 a.m., and vs. South Dakota State, 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 20; and vs. Princeton, 9 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 21. .

ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ Jazz Festival The ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ Jazz Ensemble performs with guest artist Denis DiBlasio. $9 general public, $6 students, seniors. 2 p.m., Bluebonnet Ballroom, E.H. Hereford University Center. Also, Jazz Orchestra, 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 20. .

Friday Night Film: 'The Good Dinosaur' Rated PG. Free popcorn. Concessions for sale. $2, $2.50 with credit card. 8 p.m., Rosebud Theatre, E.H. Hereford University Center. .

Monday, Feb. 22

Guest Double Bass Recital Jeff Bradetich performs. Free. 7:30 p.m., Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. .

Friday, Feb. 26

Men's Tennis Mavericks vs. Incarnate Word. Free. 2 p.m., ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ Tennis Center. .

Opera Performance of Johann Strauss' 'Die Fledermaus' A joint production of the music and theatre arts departments. $12 general public, $9 students, seniors, faculty, staff. 8 p.m., Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. Also, 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 28. .

Saturday, Feb. 27

Dr. Seuss Birthday Party Celebrate beloved children's author Dr. Seuss and the joy of reading. Children can enjoy stories read by ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ students, Dr. Seuss-themed arts and crafts, face painting, puppet shows, and picture opportunities. Free. 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Palo Duro Lounge, E.H. Hereford University Center. , .

Women’s Basketball on ESPN3 Mavericks vs. Arkansas. 3:05 p.m., ESPN3. .

NASA's 21st Annual Powwow Celebration of Native American culture at the scholarship fundraiser. E.H. Hereford University Center. .

Sunday, Feb. 28

Men's Tennis Mavericks vs. Oral Roberts. Free. 2 p.m., ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ Tennis Center. .

Monday, Feb. 29

Vocal Division Recital Free. Noon, Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. .

Percussion Ensemble Concert Free. 7:30 p.m., Irons Recital Hall, Fine Arts Building. .

Ongoing

The Gallery at ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ: 'Whew…That’s a Relief! The Madcap World of John Hernandez' A retrospective exhibition by San Antonio artist John Hernandez that spans four decades. Gallery hours 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays and noon-5 p.m. Saturdays. Through March 30. .

Planetarium Explore the secrets of the universe in the new show Dark. The spring schedule includes Astronaut, Cosmic Colors, From the Earth to the Universe, Pink Floyd, and SpacePark 360: Infinity. Through May 29. .

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