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Homecoming 2021 celebration has begun
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Homecoming 2021 runs through Sunday, Nov. 14.
See the artistic works of student organizations from Chalk the Mall.
There's still time to register to compete in the Homecoming 5K.
Don't miss the street festival, parade, basketball games, and crowning of the Homecoming king and queen on Saturday, Nov. 13.
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Pediatric COVID-19 vaccine clinics
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UTA has established two on-campus pediatric vaccine clinics to support Mavericks with family and dependents ages 5-11. Additionally, two other clinics are for Mavericks with family and dependents age 12 and older.
These free walk-in-only clinics will be in the Maverick Activities Center.
The clinics for ages 5 years and older are in room 100B.
- Saturday, Nov. 20, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Saturday, Dec. 11, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
The clinics for ages 12 and older only are in the Group Exercise Room101B.
- Wednesday, Nov. 17, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.,
- Wednesday, Dec. 1, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Contact covidvaccine@uta.edu with any questions.
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Road closures for Homecoming events
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In support of Homecoming festivities this week, parts of campus will experience road closures.
- Spaniolo Drive from UTA Boulevard to Third Street, from 9 a.m. Friday, Nov. 12, until midnight Saturday, Nov. 13.
- West Nedderman from UTA Boulevard to Greek Row Drive, 7 a.m.-noon Saturday, Nov. 13.
- Some streets near the Maverick Circle/faculty lot 11 and College Park District, 5:30-7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13.
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Tier One Celebration
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Join the campus community for a celebration of UTA’s designation as a Texas Tier One University 2-3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12, in Brazos Park. Come for refreshments, giveaways, and entertainment, plus remarks at 2:30 p.m.
Read more about the Texas Tier One designation.
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Veterans Day celebration
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Learn about the contributions of Indigenous and Native Americans in the United States military at a Veterans Day event 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 11, on the University Center mall.
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Electrical engineering scholarship
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The Laxmi and Raj Mrig Endowed Graduate Fellowship will provide scholarship funds for students who received all or a majority of their preparatory education in South Asia and have demonstrated financial need.
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Reducing fracture risk
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Kamal Awad, a postdoctoral research associate at the Bone-Muscle Research Center, was lead author on a study of how hepatocyte growth factor could reduce the risk of bone fracture for people with Type 2 diabetes and hypertension.
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Analyzing AI decisions
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Jeff Lei, professor of computer science and engineering, is analyzing how machine-learning systems make decisions and what happens when they make wrong ones.
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E-waste recycling event
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Bring your old computers, accessories, and more to the Electronic Waste Recycling Event for America Recycles Day 1:30-4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 16, on the UC mall near Woolf Hall.
E-waste includes printer cartridges, batteries, and anything that runs on electricity. See what can be recycled.
This event is to dispose of personal items. No UTA assets will be accepted.
Stop by the trivia table for a chance to win some sustainable prizes.
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Student Accounts website has new look
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The new Student Accounts website is now live. Visit the site for questions about account charges, payments, and payment plans; frequently asked questions; and to contact Student Accounts staff.
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Maverick Pantry Thanksgiving food drive
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Consider giving to the new Maverick Pantry as an individual or a department to help students during Thanksgiving. Use the shopping list above.
Drop it off at the Maverick Pantry at 520 South Center Street, behind Pie 5. Or email eaf@uta.edu for campus pick up.
You also can shop Maverick Pantry’s Amazon Wish List for easy delivery.
To give a monetary donations, click the link, go to Designation and click on view additional giving opportunities, then scroll down to Student Food Pantry Gift Fund.
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Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act notification
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The Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act notification includes information on illegal use of alcohol and other drugs on campus and at campus-sponsored events.
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Adopt an Angel
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Help a local child with clothing, shoes, and toys through the Salvation Army Angel Tree. Stop by the Follett Student Leadership Center or email utavolunteers@uta.edu for more information on adopting an angel. Adoptions close Wednesday, Nov. 17.
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Celebrate First-Generation Students at UTA
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Learn about the personal stories and college experiences of several UTA first-generation students at First-Generation Panel: #IAmFirst: First-Generation Student Voices 4-5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17, in the Lonestar Theater of the Maverick Activities Center.
A first-generation social follows at 5-6 p.m. on the second floor lounge of the MAC.
Download your “I am” or “I Support” First-Generation students background for Teams virtual meetings. Visit the OIT Microsoft Teams Backgrounds to download your background.
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