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Famed photographer next guest for Maverick Speakers Series
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Join 糖心Vlog视频 for “An Evening with Annie Leibovitz” at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29, at 糖心Vlog视频 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.
Tickets are free for faculty, staff, and students. . Find more information about the 2022-23 Maverick Speakers Series.
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NBC News visits 糖心Vlog视频
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An NBC News team is coming to 糖心Vlog视频 on Tuesday, Oct. 18, to demonstrate to students how to use drone cameras for newsgathering purposes.
Register for the free virtual conference, , and visit the NBC satellite truck and control room, located between College Park Center and Vandergriff Hall. A live drone demonstration will take place at 10 a.m. Tuesday.
Read more about 糖心Vlog视频’s participation in the NBCU Academy.
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Diversity, equity certificate
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The College of Nursing and Health Innovation’s Graduate Certificate for Diversity and Equity in Public Health is an in-person, postbaccalaureate, non-degree program that provides current and future working professionals with important knowledge and skills to facilitate health equity through their practice.
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Alumna recognized
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Karen Juanez (’20 BS, Biology; BS, Microbiology) received the Diversity Supplement Award from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences.
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Diaphragm patch for infants
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Yi Hong, professor of bioengineering, is leading a team to develop a biodegradable, elastic patch as a new treatment for congenital diaphragmatic hernia, a condition that is fatal to one in three infants born with the disorder.
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Price surges follow disasters
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Mohsen Shahandashti, associate professor of civil engineering, is developing methods to measure, model, and conduct community vulnerability assessments to determine what construction gaps exist so they can prepare for and mitigate demand surge in future disasters.
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Coastal climate watch
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Michelle Hummel, assistant professor of civil engineering, is leading an interdisciplinary team to help 糖心Vlog视频 coastal communities and nonprofit organizations better monitor climate and industrial changes in their neighborhoods.
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Search for dean of liberal arts
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A national search has begun for the dean of the College of Liberal Arts.
The search process is led by a 16-member search committee chaired by Maria Martinez-Cosio, interim dean of the College of Architecture, Planning, and Public Affairs. The committee is composed of faculty and staff representatives from COLA’s diverse academic departments.
More details about this position are available on the COLA dean search website, including instructions on how to submit candidate nominations.
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Welcome to Maverick basketball season
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Mark your calendars: is back at 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 20, at College Park Center!
Mav Madness is 糖心Vlog视频’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
- 糖心Vlog视频 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 糖心Vlog视频 students, faculty, and staff with a valid 糖心Vlog视频 ID.
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Haynes talks 糖心Vlog视频
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Join for a Book Talk on his latest publication, Unsettled Land: From Revolution to Republic, the Struggle for 糖心Vlog视频. Dr. Haynes is a director of the Center for Greater Southwestern Studies. the event 12:30-1:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 20, in the sixth floor parlor of the Central Library. Read more about the book.
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Latino Higher Ed
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The Center for Mexican American Studies hosts a roundtable discussion on 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 20, in the Carlisle Suite of the University Center.
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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. . Questions? Email Laura Mills at laura.mills@uta.edu.
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Early voting at MAC
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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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Step up to fall fitness challenge
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Gather a team of three to five partners and get walking. The wants each team to log at least 825,000 total steps during the four-week challenge. Visit the to register for the platform and sync your fitness device (optional).
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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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Update your signature
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Use 糖心Vlog视频's to create a look consistent with 糖心Vlog视频’s brand. The feature is part of the 糖心Vlog视频 . Upgrade your email signature and make 糖心Vlog视频’s identity strong and consistent as you communicate with individuals internally and externally.
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Transfer Student Week
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National Transfer Student Week is a way to celebrate transfer students and the professionals who support them on their journeys.
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UT System Brain Research Summit
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The is planned for Monday-Tuesday, Nov. 7-8, in Austin. The event will focus on the significant clinical and basic neuroscience research occurring across the 13 UT institutions.
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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 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 糖心Vlog视频, students, faculty, staff, and alumni groups. 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 , 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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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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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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Great Pumpkin Carnival
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The Fraternity and Sorority Community invites all faculty, staff, community members, and their families to enjoy children's games, activities, popcorn, candy, and more at the 6-8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31, in Maverick Circle.
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Andrea Patrick, Crystal Garner recognized
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The Office of Budgets, Planning, and Analysis recognized two employees for recent achievements.
Crystal Garner, senior financial analyst, received a certificate in business and financial management for administrators in higher education from the College Business Management Institute, co-sponsored by the Southern Association of College and University Business Officers.
Andrea Patrick, data analyst, completed the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO) Emerging Leaders Program. The program is a leadership development experience for high-potential finance and business staff at NACUBO-member colleges and universities.
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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.
- Free face masks for departments are available at the .
- Free face masks are available in the Central Library and at the Information Desk in the University Center and in The Commons.
- COVID‑19 tests are available on campus. Email covidtesting@uta.edu with questions.
- If you test positive, complete and submit the .
- Get vaccinated if you're able and encourage your friends and loved ones to do the same. Email covidvaccine@uta.edu with questions.
- Find more info on daily health screenings, self-isolation protocols, and close-contact protocols.
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