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Continue to conserve energy
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Energy conservation alerts from the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) are expected to continue throughout the summer. The high demand for power raises the risk of electrical outages.
Mavericks are encouraged to conserve energy when temperatures are highest—2-9 p.m.
- Shut off unnecessary lights, electrical appliances, and electronic equipment when not in use.
- Take precautions to protect sensitive data in case of unexpected power outages.
- Save in-progress computer work frequently.
- In an outage, generators will support critical business-related functions, but air conditioning will only be supported in limited locations.
The city of Arlington offers some important advice on staying safe during temperatures at or near triple digits. Read more at weather.gov/safety/heat.
The Public Utility Commission of Texas offers tips on reducing your electrical bill that also are important during peak use times during a heat wave.
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Lee discusses energy sector
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Fort Worth Report talked with Wei-Jen Lee about factors causing ERCOT to issue the conservation warning. Dr. Lee, professor of electrical engineering and director of UTA's Energy Systems Research Center, is an expert in the energy sector and has a deep knowledge of Texas’ energy grid.
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President Cowley gives update
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President Jennifer Cowley shared news on her first 75 days leading UT Arlington. She discusses people and culture as well as finance and infrastructure.
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Annual Enrollment begins Friday
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Between Friday, July 15-Sunday, July 31, you have the option to change your benefits coverage for the 2022-23 plan year that begins Thursday, Sept. 1.
You can learn more about available options during the UTA Benefits Fair 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, July 19, at the Maverick Activities Center. Additional details will soon be available on the UTA Benefits website.
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Huckaby a Fulbright Scholar
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Sedrick Huckaby, associate professor of art and art history, is a 2022-23 Fulbright Scholar. He will make portraits of Afro-Seminole descendents in Mexico.
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Wilson an international fellow
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Gabriela Wilson, professor of kinesiology and co-director of the Multi-Interprofessional Center for Health Informatics, was named a fellow by the International Academy of Health Sciences Informatics.
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Kermanshachi honored
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Sharareh "Sherri" Kermanshachi, associate professor of civil engineering, has won the 2022 Texas Women’s Foundation Young Leader Award.
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Dill named softball coach
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Former Texas A&M assistant coach Kara Dill has been named the 10th head coach to lead the UT Arlington softball program.
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Take precautions against COVID-19
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Tarrant County has raised its COVID‑19 Community Level to “High” due to transmissibility indicators of the latest strains of the virus. All Mavericks are encouraged to continue to adhere to the best practices that help keep our community safe:
COVID‑19 testing is free on UTA’s campus for all students and employees. Find and schedule a COVID‑19 test.
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Penny-sized discovery
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The Dallas Morning News reported on Eric Smith, associate professor of biology, and a group of international scientists discovering six new species of tiny frogs in eastern Mexico.
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Hookahs and health
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Ziyad Ben Taleb, assistant professor of public health, leads a team of researchers on a first-of-its-kind study on the health effects of hookah use.
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'Inquiry' magazine wins bronze
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The 2021 issue of Inquiry, UTA’s annual research magazine, earned a bronze Circle of Excellence international award from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education. Inquiry is produced by University Communications for the Office of the Vice President of Research.
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Racial justice, equity summit
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UTA hosted the first Racial Justice and Equity Scholars Summit, highlighting initiatives demonstrating UTA’s commitment to racial justice, community, and identity as a Hispanic-Serving Institution.
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Maverick Pantry provides more than food
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The official opening of the Maverick Pantry showed off the home where students can find food, toiletries, clothing, and more. The pantry is located at 520 S. Center St.—at the First Street intersection next to Wells Fargo—in the College Park District.
Maverick Pantry operates by appointment 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Mondays-Wednesdays. Students can schedule appointments by emailing eaf@uta.edu.
KERA News talked with Alexis Perez, coordinator of UTA's Emergency Assistance Program, about how Kroger's recent donation to the pantry helped combat rising food prices.
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Fresh new look for two lounges
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Redesigned and updated lounge areas in the Life Science building (above) and Pickard Hall (below) are just some of the projects underway this summer. Look for more news about campus improvements in upcoming issues.
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Gut microbe research
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Students and faculty are needed for a six-week study on fermented soybeans and gut health. Participants will earn $300, paid in increments. The study is led by Woo-Suk Chang, associate professor of biology. Read more details and complete the participation application.
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