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Price receives UT Regents' Outstanding Teaching Award
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Iya Price, assistant professor of Russian in the Department of Modern Languages, has been selected for the Outstanding Teaching Award given by the University of Texas System Board of Regents.
Dr. Price is one of 14 faculty members across all of the UT System’s academic and health institutions to receive the special honor, which recognizes educators who best exemplify excellence, innovation, and a commitment to student success.
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Flu and COVID vaccine clinics today, Friday
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UT Arlington will hold flu vaccination and bivalent COVID booster clinics for employees until 2 p.m. today, Thursday, Oct. 27, and noon-4:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28, both in room 203 of Trinity Hall. Registration encouraged, but walk-ins accepted. Bring a photocopy of your insurance card and driver’s license to receive your flu vaccine at no charge. The cost of the flu vaccine without insurance is $29, payable by cash or check. COVID vaccines are free.
Question? Email wellness@uta.edu or call 817-272-2716.
A walk-in clinic for a free bivalent COVID booster is set for 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4, in room 102A of the Maverick Activities Center for faculty, staff, and students. No appointment or insurance is required.
Flu vaccines also are available and can be received with a COVID‑19 booster dose.
Contact covidvaccine@uta.edu with questions.
Read more about the COVID and flu vaccine opportunities for employees.
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Math approach to cancer
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Souvik Roy, assistant professor of mathematics, is developing a data-driven mathematical framework to analyze the progression of esophageal cancer.
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Sustainable cyberinfrastructure
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Mohammad Islam, assistant professor of computer science and engineering, is developing low-cost computer server power monitoring aimed at efficient and reliable operation of data centers.
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Recounting family in WWII
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Paul Paulus, professor emeritus of psychology, has written a children's book that describes his family’s experiences of participating in a network that sheltered Jews in Holland during World War II.
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CAPPA designs
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Graduate students in the College of Architecture, Planning, and Public Affairs will present their creative urban design projects as part of "Gathering at the Wellspring: A Vision for Arlington’s Future." The event is 5:30 p.m. today, Thursday, Oct. 27, at the newly remodeled Theatre Arlington, 305 W. Main St.
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TMAC, UHCL agreement
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UT Arlington and the University of Houston–Clear Lake (UHCL) signed an agreement to make UHCL a subrecipient under TMAC. This newest partnership will allow TMAC to easily reach the manufacturers in the Gulf Coast region.
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Saving community history
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Representatives of historically Black communities across Tarrant and Dallas counties learned more about how to preserve their histories and their futures at a three-day symposium honoring the 10th anniversary of the UTA's Dillon Center for Texas Architecture.
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Effective College Instruction pinning
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On Oct. 18, 54 faculty members were awarded their certification in Effective College Instruction by the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) at a pinning ceremony hosted by Faculty Affairs.
The program, offered by UTA in partnership with ACUE, guides faculty in fostering effective teaching and learning practices that promote student success.
To learn more about the program, including how to apply or nominate a colleague, visit the Faculty Affairs website.
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Leadership Academy deadline Monday
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Applications are due by Monday, Oct. 31, for the UTA Leadership Academy, a broad leadership development program that includes the essential characteristics and skills needed to be an effective leader in a higher education environment.
The spring cohort of 15-20 faculty and staff will focus on practical leadership topics, issues within higher education, and personal leadership development.
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Early voting at MAC
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Early voting for the Nov. 8 elections is at the Maverick Activities Center 8 a.m.-5 p.m. through Friday, Oct. 28, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30, and 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Friday, Oct. 31-Nov. 4.
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Drug Take-Back Day
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Get rid of older or unused medications at a drive-thru drug collection 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at the main entrance of Medical City Arlington, in cooperation with the Arlington Police Department.
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Maverick Performance Excellence Awards
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Nominations are being accepted for the new Maverick Performance Excellence Awards. The award is a peer-to-peer recognition program where employees can nominate a colleague to receive paid time off for exceptional performance.
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Nominate a SAC Star
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Each month, the Staff Advisory Council recognizes a SAC Star as the embodiment of the UTA Maverick Spirit. Nominate someone you know who is exemplary in performance, customer service, creativity, and leadership.
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ISO Open House
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The Information Security Office hosts a Halloween open house with pizza, games, and prizes until 2 p.m. today, Thursday, Oct. 27, in room B78 of Texas Hall.
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Spooky Songs
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The music of the night comes from the Fine Arts Building when voice Associate Professor David Grogan gives some Halloween-themed performances. Dr. Grogan is known to dress in costume. The program starts at 7:30 p.m. today, Thursday, Oct. 27, in the Irons Recital Hall.
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Fall Harvest & Trunk-or-Treat
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The School of Social Work hosts its annual Fall Harvest & Trunk-or-Treat 4-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, in lot 49. The drive-thru event for faculty, staff, and students features candy and food for those who need it from Tarrant Area Food Bank. Costumes are encouraged.
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Family-friendly fun
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The fraternity and sorority community invites families to enjoy children's games, activities, popcorn, candy, and more at the Great Pumpkin Carnival 6-8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31, in Maverick Circle.
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'Nosferatu' date change
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The 100th anniversary of the Dracula silent movie Nosferatu has been moved to 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, in the Guadalupe Room of the University Center. Bring a canned good for the Maverick Food Pantry.
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Get ready for Homecoming events
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Register now for the Homecoming 5K and get the early bird special through Monday, Oct. 31. Then run or walk through campus with your team Saturday, Nov. 12. Learn about other Homecoming adventures at uta.edu/homecoming.
Register your team for the annual Homecoming Chili Cook-Off on Wednesday, Nov. 9. Teams will compete to win the ultimate prize of Chili Cook-Off champion, bragging rights, and an awesome trophy. Open to all UTA, students, faculty, staff, and alumni groups.
Be part of the annual Homecoming Parade, set for 5:45 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, down Spaniolo Drive along the College Park District. This year's theme is "Once Upon a Maverick."
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