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Wednesday, May 19, 2021

Online graduate degree in learning analytics added to fall 2021 offerings

In response to the accelerating impact of digital technologies on learning, UT Arlington will launch an online Master of Science degree in learning analytics in fall 2021.

George Siemens, professor of psychology, said the new degree will prepare students to meet the growing demand for learning analytics professionals across a variety of industries.

Learning analytics is the measurement, collection, analysis and reporting of data regarding learners, and their contexts to understand and optimize learning and the environments in which it occurs. The discipline combines data science techniques, psychology, education, and technological innovation.

Vaccine available on campus

The COVID-19 vaccine is available on campus and locally. Find a vaccination site and register.

Energy explosions in space

Physics Assistant Professor Frederick Wilder and Hector Salinas, physics doctoral student, are evaluating interactions between the magnetic fields of the sun and earth for NASA’s Magnetospheric Multiscale Mission.

In-person orientations return

UT Arlington will offer face-to-face orientations for the first time since the start of the COVID‑19 pandemic. New and transfer students for the upcoming summer and fall semesters will get to choose from in-person and virtual options.

Early voting for run-off elections

UTA is an early voting site for the June 5 run-off elections. Cast your ballot Monday, May 24-Tuesday, June 1, at the Maverick Activities Center. Read more for times and other locations in Tarrant County.

Summer Dining

Conduct hearing officers

The Office of Community Standards needs new volunteer hearing officers to assist with student conduct and academic integrity cases. For more details, contact Dayna Ford at dayna.ford@uta.edu or 817‑272‑7395 by Friday, May 21.

Outstanding Maverick Awards

The deadline to nomine employees and teams for Nominate employees and teams for the Outstanding Maverick Awards. has been extended to Friday, June 25.

SAC President's Forum

Mark your calendars for a President's Forum hosted by the Staff Advisory Council 1‑3 p.m. Tuesday, May 25, on Teams. For access, email jackymack@uta.edu along with your questions.

Wellness webinars in May

New wellness webinars offered are Ovia (fertility, pregnancy, parenting) Tuesday, May 25, and Hinge Health (chronic pain) and Omada (good sleep) Wednesday, May 26.

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