Video : Seth Meyers — Maverick Speakers Series
For one night in November, College Park Center transformed into an oversized comedy club. As part of the Maverick Speakers Series, Saturday Night Live star Seth Meyers entertained a sold-out crowd with an hour-long stand-up routine.
Slideshow : African-American History
Little-known aspects of U.S. history shape much of painter Burl Washington’s nationally recognized artwork. With a keen eye for detail, the UT Arlington alumnus and Fort Worth resident captures bygone events that made America great but often are omitted from history books. “When I was growing up, history was boring. Now it’s just a gold mine,” [...]
Video : Bed Races 2012
Started in 1980 to celebrate the opening of Maverick Stadium, Bed Races is one of the oldest traditions on campus. The theme for this year's annual race and activities was "A Blue Carpet Affair" and participants were encouraged to dress the part. The event also includes costume competition, group photos, games, novelties, field goal kicking competition [...]
Video : Cokie Roberts — Maverick Speakers Series
Political commentator Cokie Roberts discussed the recent presidential debate, getting out the vote, and what voters want at the 2012-13 Maverick Speakers Series program Oct. 4 at Texas Hall.
Video : Frank Deford — Maverick Speakers Series
Sports journalist Frank Deford shared his thoughts on sports writers vs. editor and sports as a unifying element in life for the first program in the 2012-13 Maverick Speakers Series. He spoke Sept. 25 at Texas Hall.
