An overview of what’s happening on your campus this week.
March 25, 2016  •  View in browser  •  Alumni E-Newsletter Archive

Dear UTA alumni,

Featuring the latest news and events on your campus, this week's newsletter is sure to keep you up to date on all things UTA. If you have a story or event you would like to be considered for the newsletter, contact us utacommunications@uta.edu. Go Mavs!.

Ranking UTA

Four UTA colleges significantly improved their rankings in a study of the country's best graduate programs recently published by U.S. News & World Report. The College of Nursing and Health Innovation, College of Engineering, College of Education, College of Business, and the School of Social Work all received recognition as some of the best colleges to receive an education at the master or doctoral degree level. A complete list of the rankings can be found on the Alumni Relations social media channels and the University's official news release can be found here.

Postseason Mavs

Congratulations to your UTA Mavs for making this season one of the most successful seasons in school history! After winning their first-ever postseason game, the men's basketball team lost a close one to New Jersey Institute of Technology in the third round of the CollegeInsider.com Tournament Thursday night. The team had already tied the school record for the most wins in a season and was one of only two teams in Texas still playing in the postseason. Congratulations Coach Cross and the entire team for making Mav Nation proud!

Annual Glass Sale

The Department of Art + Art History is holding its annual glass sale showcasing pieces created by students, faculty, and visiting artists from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 2nd. The sale will feature nearly a thousand glass sculptures, from paperwieghts to collector artworks, and is a great opportunity to support young artists at UTA and in the community. Artists will demonstrate glassblowing techniques during the event. The silent auction begins at 2:00 p.m. For more information, visit the official Glass Sale website.

Alumni Spotlight

Ashley Purgason, UTA alumna and Assistant Vice President for Strategic Initiatives is being honored Thursday night, April 24, at the Fort Worth Business 40 Under 40 dinner and reception. The event recognizes those community members under the age of 40 who have made a difference in their fields today and who will continue to influence the next generation. After a successful career as a student athlete at UTA, Dr. Purgason earned her graduate degree in environmental toxicology at UT Medical Branch, received numerous prestigious grants, including one from NASA, and established herself as lead administrator at her alma mater.

SAVE THE DATE

Bobby Lane Invitational and Alumni Reunion

With the Cross Country team, UTA Track and Field will host an alumni reunion during the Bobby Lane Invitational at Maverick Stadium. Tickets for the reunion are $25 and include entry into the meet, a meal, and a t-shirt. Alumni recognition will take place infield prior to the relay at 7:00 p.m. For more information about the meet and the reunion, visit the Track and Field Alumni Reunion website.

Business Week Executive Dinner

To celeberate the college's 50th anniversary, this year's College of Business Executive Dinner will feature a panel discussion with Matthew Rose, Executive Chairman of BNSF Railway; Thomas Falk, CEO and Chairman of the Board at Kimberly-Clark; and Robert Kaplan, President of the Federal Reserve Bank. For the complete program schedule and to reserve your table, visit the college's website.

60x30 Conference at UTA

UTA and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board are hosting the first-ever 60x30TX North Texas Regional Conference at College Park Center. The conference will bring together leaders in the region including UTA President Vistasp Karbhari; Raymund Paredes, THECB Commissioner; and Kati Haycock, President of The Education Trust.

Jazz Brunch at Fort Worth Main St. Arts Festival

UTA Alumni Relations will host the annual Jazz Brunch at the Fort Worth Main St. Arts Festival, a four-day event showcasing artists from around the country. Brunch will be served at the UTA Main Stage Hospitality Suite from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and will include special performances by the UT Arlington Jazz Combo, Jazz Ensemble, and Jazz Orchestra. You can register for the event on the Alumni Relations website.

To tell us what you’d like to know more about from UTA, contact utacommunications@uta.edu or the Office of Alumni Relations.

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