News and Updates

Video: University Center renovation marks a new evolution in the building's decades of service to UTA
April 28, 2026 | The Shorthorn

A video overview highlighting how the University Center renovation marks a new chapter in the building’s long history of serving students.

UTA to begin $160M University Center demolition, renovation in June
April 27, 2026 | The Shorthorn

UTA announces a major $160M demolition and renovation project to modernize the University Center and expand student spaces.

Photos: Decades of culture fill the University Center
April 23, 2026 | The Shorthorn

A visual journey showcasing decades of culture and student life inside UTA’s University Center as it prepares for transformation.

UT System Board of Regents approves updated master plan, new UC
May 8, 2025 | The Shorthorn

The UT System Board of Regents gave formal approval to UTA's updated campus master plan, which includes a new University Center. The decision allows the planning process to move forward.

UTA University Center renovations to begin in December
Apr. 15, 2025 | The Shorthorn

Renovations for the University Center are set to begin in December 2025 following student approval of the fee increase. The project timeline includes phased construction to limit disruptions to campus life.

Next steps for University Center renovations
Apr. 16, 2024 | The Shorthorn

Following the referendum approval and Board of Regents decision, UTA is moving into the planning phase for the University Center renovations. The design process is underway, with construction expected to begin by the end of the year.

University Center renovations proposal aims to solve building's infrastructure issues
Mar. 4, 2024 | The Shorthorn

The UC opened in 1953 and the building has continued to grow through expansions. But the recent call for the facility's renovations has asked students to consider the building’s need for an upgrade and an increase to the student union fee to accommodate the construction.

University president addresses UC referendum, DEI updates during Cookies with Cowley
Feb. 28, 2024 | The Shorthorn

During the Feb. 13 Student Senate meeting, the body voted in favor of adding Resolution 24-03, "Renovate & Renew," to the April 1 and 2 ballot, according to previous The Shorthorn reporting. It aims to renovate and expand the UC through an increase to the UTA student union fee.

UC Renovations to be voted on again
Feb. 20, 2024 | The Shorthorn

UC operations director David Albart said the increase will be implemented and collected after the UT System Board of Regents approves the renovations. Construction dates and the timing of the fee increase hinge upon the system’s approval, but the planning process will take about a year to complete. Construction is expected to take about three years.

Student Senate approves New UC for April ballot, introduces five new resolutions
Feb. 13, 2024 | The Shorthorn

The call for a UC renovation was introduced by the student body in 2022, but lost to three opposing votes in the following ballot, according to previous The Shorthorn reporting. The current fee, $39, has been the same since 1985. If passed, the fee would rise to $150 per spring and fall semester or $75 per summer semester.