August 23, 2019 • View in browserAlumni E-Newsletter Archive
Alumni Newsletter

A LOOK AT WHAT’S HAPPENING AT YOUR ALMA MATER.

A MAVERICK WELCOME
A Maverick Welcome

Hundreds of volunteers—among them UTA President Vistasp Karbhari, alumnus and Arlington City Council member Marvin Sutton ’05, and members of the Movin’ Mavs wheelchair basketball team—helped students move in to their UTA homes this week. About 10,000 students live on or adjacent to campus, categorizing the University as a four-year, primarily residential campus, according to the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. READ MORE

PHOTONICS EXPERTISE
Photonics Expertise

UTA has strengthened its research group in photonics through the addition of James Coleman, a member of the National Academy of Engineering, and Catrina Coleman, two distinguished scientists and leaders in the areas of lasers and photonic devices. The renowned researchers will enhance the University’s robust photonics portfolio. READ MORE

BLOOD VESSEL RESEARCH
Blood Vessel Research

A UTA researcher has found that blood vessels within bone marrow may progressively convert into bone with advancing age. The research by Rhonda Prisby, associate professor of kinesiology in the College of Nursing and Health Innovation, led to the discovery of bone-like particles in the peripheral circulation. Published in the journal Microcirculation, her findings could help physicians detect and treat potentially life-threatening conditions. READ MORE

NEW MENTOR PROGRAM
Virtual Mentors

UTA is launching a new system to virtually connect alumni with students who have questions about navigating their professional career. The student-driven platform is entirely online and allows students to log in, connect with an alumni mentor, and set up meetings by phone, Skype, or in person. BE A MENTOR

MAJOR LEAGUE MAV
Major League Mav

Former UTA pitcher Joel Kuhnel is the latest Maverick to reach the Major Leagues. After being called up last week by the Cincinnati Reds, the right-handed reliever struck out the first batter he faced, St. Louis catcher Yadier Molina. Kuhnel spent the 2015 and 2016 seasons with the Mavericks. READ MORE

UTA TEACHER SWAG
UTA Teacher Swag

Are you a UTA graduate and a teacher who wants to display some Maverick pride in your classroom? Complete the form linked below, and we’ll send you plenty of UTA swag to let your students and colleagues know where you attended college. READ MORE

Alumni Save with Nationwide
Mark Your Calendar

August 31 | Saturday

UTA Night at the Dallas Wings | Catch some hoops action at College Park Center as the Dallas Wings host UTA Night! The Wings take on the Washington Mystics at 7 p.m. Get discounted tickets by using the promo code UTANIGHT19. Join us for a great night of Maverick pride and family fun! TICKETS

September 15 | Sunday

Suit Up with JCPenney | Show your Alumni Membership Card for big savings at the JCPenney Suit-up Event 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the JCPenney location in The Parks Mall at Arlington. Receive up to 60% off select apparel, shoes, and accessories when you use the extra 30% off Suit-Up coupon available at the event. READ MORE

September 12 | Thursday

UTA Night at the Rangers | Get to Globe Life Park early to be one of the first 1,000 fans to receive a limited edition UTA-themed Rangers hat during UTA Night at the Rangers. Purchase your tickets through the Rangers website to receive a hat voucher and redeem it at the Third Base Ticket Office. TICKETS

September 17 | Tuesday

Coffee with the Coaches | Join us at the next Coffee with the Coaches event 7:30-9 a.m. at Urban Alchemy in Arlington. Grab a free drip coffee and mingle with some of the UTA men's and women’s coaches. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet your hometown Mavericks and support a great local coffee shop!


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