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New Professors Emeriti announced
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Thirteen UT Arlington faculty members received top honors for their dedication to the University and its students at the Fall Faculty and Associate's Meeting last week. Read who was recognized.
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UTA part of $5M Mellon Foundation grant
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UT Arlington is part of a new consortium that has been awarded a three-year, $5 million grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to support a national initiative in Latino humanities studies called “Crossing Latinidades: Emerging Scholars and New Comparative Directions.”
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Seeking alternative energy
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Robin Macaluso, associate professor of chemistry and biochemistry, is working to create new synthetic materials that can improve on inorganic metal oxides for use in a variety of energy-saving applications.
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Dusty look at climate change
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Majie Fan, associate professor of earth and environmental sciences, is investigating the origin of loess, a sediment formed by the accumulation of wind-blown dust, in the western United States.
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Community Partner Breakfast
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Make plans to attend the annual Community Partner Virtual Breakfast 8-10:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 15, in the Rio Grande Ballroom of the University Center. The Volunteer Opportunity Exchange follows in the Palo Duro Lounge. RSVP to attend the events.
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Make donation to SECC
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There’s still time to give. Contributions to the 2021 State Employee Charitable Campaign are accepted through Friday, Oct. 15. Find an organization that supports causes you care about. Payroll deduction makes it easy to give today.
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State of the University
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In case you missed the State of the University address, you can see it online as interim President Teik C. Lim discusses UTA's achievements and challenges.
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UTA Founder's Day
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Celebrate UTA's 126th birthday with cookies, lawn games, and guest speakers. The party is noon-1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 14, at Brazos Park.
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Travel Card Program
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The Office of Disbursements has implemented a University Travel Card Program for employees who will travel on UTA business three or more times per fiscal year. To receive a travel card, complete the BF-T-F10 Travel Card Application
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NAI chapter gathering
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UTA is revitalizing its chapter of the National Academy of Inventors. If you are a patent holder, join the meet-and-greet at 4-6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22, in the University Club. RSVP to beth.robinson@uta.edu.
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Nominate a future Maverick student
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The Office of Admissions is receiving leads on incoming high school and transfer students who would make a great addition to the Maverick family.
Complete the Future Focused Maverick Nomination form for your selected student to receive information on admissions, scholarships, and specialized information. Faculty and staff who submit nominations will receive a special recognition.
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EpICMavs workshops
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EpICMavs offers entrepreneurial workshops at 4:30 p.m. Thursdays via Teams. Attendance is free. To join the Teams meeting, email startup@uta.edu.
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Stop domestic violence
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The Clothesline Project, Red Flag Day, and more events recognize Domestic Violence Prevention Month, hosted by Relationship Violence and Sexual Assault Prevention.
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LinkedIn Learning log in
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On Monday, Oct. 18, users should log in to LinkedIn Learning using their UTA email address and password. Visit the OIT website to learn more.
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Compliance training
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UTA employees are required to complete compliance training curriculum by Friday, Oct. 22. Access training at uta.instructure.com or through Canvas.
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Early voting at MAC
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Early voting for the Nov. 2 elections is at the Maverick Activities Center 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, Oct. 18-22, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 24, and 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Friday, Oct. 25-29.
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Maverick Speakers Series
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Join UTA for “A Conversation with Simu Liu,” star of Marvel Studios’ Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21, as part of the Virtual Maverick Speakers Series.
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University Club buffet
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This week at the University Club all-you-care-to-eat buffet features barbecue chicken, ratatouille, braised pork chops, and more. Enjoy the vegetarian options, soups, salads, and desserts, too. Check the menu.
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Be ready for flu season
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UTA's Health Services recommends flu vaccination before Sunday, Oct. 31, to allow time for antibodies to develop prior to flu season.
For more information and vaccination locations, go to dshs.texas.gov/flu or 211Texas.org.
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Night Shelter donation drive
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The Center for African American Studies is hosting a donation drive for the Presbyterian Night Shelter. Needed are hygiene items such as soap, lotion, razors, deodorant, socks, bras, or underwear. Bring to suite 129 of the Swift Center through Friday, Oct. 29.
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