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Maverick basketball season party begins
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tips off the men’s and women’s basketball season at 8 p.m. today, Thursday, Oct. 20, at College Park Center! ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ’s entertainment-filled primetime event is the teams' 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
- ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ basketball gear bags and more!
Watch the volleyball team's match against Abilene Christian at 6 p.m., also in College Park Center. Entry to the match is free for all ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ students, faculty, and staff with a valid ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ ID.
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Compliance training deadline 5 p.m. today
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You must complete ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ's complaince training no later than 5 p.m. today, Thursday, Oct. 20. If your compliance training is not completed by the due date, your Net ID will be deactivated.
Access your training in Canvas at . You alsp can access Canvas through the UT Arlington homepage at . Click “Faculty & Staff” in the far upper-right corner of the page, then click the Canvas icon. The course training you are required to complete is 2228-GCTA-2223-100-Annual-Compliance-Training-2022-Fall.
Contact compliance@uta.edu with questions.
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Pinpoint dementia diagnosis
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Dajiang Zhu, assistant professor of computer science and engineering, will advance and integrate powerful deep-learning methods and tools to pinpoint types of Alzheimer’s disease-related dementias, which in turn could help the medical community better treat those diseases.
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Dillon Center turns 10
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A symposium celebrating the 10th anniversary of ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ’s David Dillon Center for ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ Architecture will focus on preserving the cultural landscape of historically Black communities in North ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ. “Don’t Sell the Land: Community, Housing, and Design Justice” runs through Saturday, Oct. 22.
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Bioactive heart
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Yi Hong, associate professor of bioengineering, is leading a team to develop new bioactive materials to mimic the natural state of a body for heart research.
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Procedure changes
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These three new procedures were put in place as part of a realignment of facility use policies and procedures and to make processes consistent for reservation and rental of College Park Center, ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ Hall, and the University Center.
Rules and Regulation for Use of College Park Center Procedure
Rules and Regulations for Use of ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ Hall Procedure
Rules and Regulations for Use of the University Center Procedure
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Transfer Student Week
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UT Arlington celebrates National Transfer Student Week with events that bring together transfer students and the ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ teams that support them.
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NBC News on campus
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A team of NBC News executives, on-air reporters, and behind-the-scenes producers came to ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ to demonstrate the latest TV news technology and answer questions from ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ broadcasting students.
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AIDS Memorial Quilt
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A panel of speakers will discuss their experiences with the AIDS epidemic at 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.
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Open Access Week
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ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ Libraries hosts presentations on "Open for Climate Justice" during Open Access Week, Monday-Sunday, Oct. 24-30. by Friday, Oct. 21, to attend presentations on Open Press Project, an on-campus OER case study, preserving digital content, and climatic conditions in ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ using ArcGIS.
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Bookstore sale
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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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Drug Take Back Day
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Get rid of older or unused medications at a 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at the main entrance of Medical City Arlington, in cooperation with the Arlington Police Department.
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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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Autumn, Halloween fun for faculty, staff
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The Office of International Education hosts 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.
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.
The Information Security Office hosts an open house with pizza, games, and prizes 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, in room B78 of ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ Hall.
Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the first film adaptation of Dracula, the silent movie . The English Department hosts the show 7-9 p.m Thursday, Oct. 27, in the Rosebud Theatre of the University Center. Bring a canned good for the Maverick Food Pantry.
The music of the night comes from the Fine Arts Building when voice 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.
The fraternity and sorority community invites 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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Get ready for Homecoming events
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your team 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 ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ, students, faculty, staff, and alumni groups.
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."
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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Famed photographer next guest for Maverick Speakers Series
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Join ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ for “An Evening with Annie Leibovitz” at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29, at ÌÇÐÄVlogÊÓƵ 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. . Find more information about the 2022-23 Maverick Speakers Series.
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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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