12 May 2022 - Devynn Case
A celebration of Black excellence
Fifth annual Evening of Black Excellence ceremony honored UTA graduates
The University has eight specific commitments to promote Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at UTA. The University has taken steps to fulfill those commitments and will be transparent and report regularly to our entire community on our progress toward these goals, as well as any additional strategies that are developed to further them.
Dr. Bryan Samuel has been selected as the inaugural Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and joined UTA in early May 2021.
The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee is co-chaired by Debra Woody and Michele Bobadilla, which includes diverse representation from student government, as well as faculty and staff from schools, colleges and divisions across campus. This committee will make recommendations to University leadership on ways UTA can create a more supportive and fairer environment for every member of our community. Committee Membership
A University-wide talent management plan is being developed to enhance the recruiting, retention, and promotion of underrepresented faculty and staff. This effort is being led by Faculty Affairs in the Provost’s Office and Human Resources, with involvement from units across the University. This initiative will fall under the new Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
UTA has designated an additional $25 million in scholarships to address student diversity and especially the financial concerns of first-generation college students. These additional funds will support even more students from low-income families and those facing challenges in the wake of COVID-19.
The Office of Human Resources is implementing Diversity and Inclusion training for all faculty and staff. Employee training will include: Implicit Bias, Microaggressions, Upstander to Bystander, Cultural Competence, Creating Welcoming Diverse Environments, and Cultural Conflicts.
The University is immediately incorporating curriculum focused on identity, privilege, bias and oppression that will be delivered to new students for the Fall 2020 semester.
A task force has been formed with membership from across the University, to further develop curriculum focused on social justice and equity, that will be delivered to all new students. This enhanced curriculum will be launched in the Spring 2021 semester and will be regularly reviewed and improved for future semesters.
The UTA Police Department is reviewing departmental policies to ensure they are aligned with the core values of our University, and free from unfairness and bias.
In addition to regularly planned ongoing training, UTA police officers will receive additional advanced training in diversity, racial profiling, as well as implicit bias and explicit bias during the upcoming fall and spring semesters.
The Office of Multicultural Affairs is in the process of filling a staff position that is focused on providing opportunities to expand the Maverick Advantage program and support services for our diverse population of students. We are committed to expanding further programming and are creating a plan to add additional resources as we further our diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
for ethnic diversity
(U.S. News & World Report, 2022)
In Texas for awarding bachelor’s and master’s degrees to African American students
(Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, 2021)
Hispanic-Serving Institution
(Designation by the U.S. Department of Education)
UT Arlington's Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is launching a new Diversity Certificate Program available to all faculty and staff.
12 May 2022 - Devynn Case
Fifth annual Evening of Black Excellence ceremony honored UTA graduates
10 May 2022 - Devynn Case
First annual Celebrando el Éxito ceremony honored Latino/Hispanic graduates
14 April 2022 - Devynn Case
‘Grandmother of Juneteenth’ and Nobel Peace Prize nominee Opal Lee speaks at UTA
21 March 2022 - Devynn Case
Movin’ Mavs accomplish historic win, Lady Movin’ Mavs finish third
18 March 2022 - Herb Booth
Hispanic Outlook on Education Magazine ranks UTA among nation’s best
14 March 2022 - Devynn Case
Movin’ Mavs look to defend national title; Lady Movin’ Mavs aim for third championship
9 March 2022 - Linsey Retcofsky
3D-printed statue of Cordero appears in exhibit highlighting female scientists
8 March 2022
CAPPA combatting environmental racism, urban sprawl in historic Black communities
1 March 2022 - Devynn Case
UTA’s month-long celebration includes panel discussions, musical theater production
25 February 2022 - Herb Booth
Civil engineering associate professor one of 11 recipients of Leaders in Diversity Award
31 January 2022 - Devynn Case
Events throughout February honor and celebrate Black History Month at UTA
21 December 2021 - Devynn Case
‘It’s rare to have a professor like Dr. Lemke,’ student says
30 November 2021 - Devynn Case
Roemer wins national contest for memoir examining connections to indigenous communities
19 November 2021 - Devynn Case
At “I Am First” panel, UTA students discuss being first in their families to attend college
17 November 2021 - Linsey Retcofsky
UTA undergraduate, alumna elected to National Society of Hispanic Physicists
4 November 2021 - Devynn Case
UT Arlington celebrates diverse cultures, traditions and histories
20 October 2021 - Elizabeth Couch
Longtime UTA leader honored for commitment to advancing society, improving communities
11 October 2021 - Devynn Case
UTA part of $5M Mellon Foundation grant to support national initiative in Latino humanities studies
8 October 2021 - Devynn Case
UTA celebrates LGBTQ+ history and pride with learning, resources, fun
16 September 2021 - Devynn Case
UTA welcomes students back with Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month lineup
13 September 2021 - Jeff Carlton
UTA ranked among nation’s top universities for diversity, social mobility
23 August 2021 - Devynn Case
At least 14 athletes with UTA ties will compete in the Paralympics in Tokyo
17 August 2021 - Linsey Retcofsky
At summer commencement, UTA to graduate first African American doctoral student in chemistry
21 July 2021 - Devynn Case
UTA My Way welcomes students from all backgrounds and identities
24 June 2021 - Herb Booth
Deans’ Equity and Inclusion Initiative seeks to nurture diversity among emerging scholars
18 June 2021 - Devynn Case
‘It’s amazing to see this much love,’ student says, as UTA celebrates Juneteenth
12 May 2021 - Herb Booth
College of Business enrolled highest percentage of minority students in U.S.
5 May 2021 - Jeff Carlton
UTA and Univision partner on full scholarship for future nurse from Dallas
31 March 2021 - Devynn Case
UTA hosts Stop AAPI HATE town hall in response to recent acts of violence
31 March 2021 - Devynn Case
City of Arlington honors UTA wheelchair basketball team’s latest championship
29 March 2021 - Herb Booth
DFW chapter of Women’s Transportation Seminar honors Kermanshachi with diversity award
23 March 2021 - Jeff Carlton
Dr. Bryan Samuel will lead new office in pursuit of inclusivity and excellence
15 March 2021 - Devynn Case
UTA’s Vigoda named tournament MVP with 26 points, 16 rebounds in championship
11 March 2021 - Devynn Case
Three first-generation students win scholarships from Hispanic Communicators DFW
9 February 2021 - Herb Booth
College of Business associate dean honored for work in diversity, racial equity and inclusion
9 February 2021 - Herb Booth
UTA’s Garner receives inaugural Leaders in Diversity Award from Dallas Business Journal
28 January 2021 - Devynn Case
UT Arlington among nation’s leading four-year institutions for educating diverse students
15 January 2021 - Devynn Case
Mr. UTA wins city’s scholarship essay contest, honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
15 December 2020 - Elizabeth Couch
Nursing student says ‘A degree from UTA will open so many doors’
7 December 2020
UTA provides support, resources for those who are first in their families to attend college
14 October 2020 - Devynn Case
Alumnus, professor team up to improve immigration services in North Texas
6 October 2020 - Elizabeth Couch
Students focus on community research to reduce racial inequities in maternal health
29 September 2020 - Devynn Case
Alumna donates in support of UTA’s Center for Mexican American Studies, Center for African American Studies
23 September 2020 - Jeff Carlton
UTA ranks 26th for how well it graduates economically disadvantaged students
17 September 2020 - Devynn Case
Newly renamed SAR Center provides opportunities for accessibility for all UTA students
4 September 2020
President’s Volunteer Service Award honors individuals who impact communities
7 August 2020 - Devynn Case
Director of UTA’s Center for African American Studies named chair of Unity Council
9 July 2020 - Media Relations
Update to the Maverick community on UTA diversity, equality and inclusion
19 June 2020 - Devynn Case
Mavericks celebrate a defining moment in history
17 June 2020 - Devynn Case
In virtual town hall, Mavericks discuss improving support for black students, faculty and staff
3 June 2020 - Devynn Case
Office of Multicultural Affairs hosts virtual discussion on racial injustice, civil unrest