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Tuesday, April 9, 2019
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Student success

Graduation candidates can submit an application for a Maverick Advantage stole to wear at Commencement. The Maverick Advantage program encourages students to participate in experiential learning in five distinguishing activities. Read more.

Registration is open for the summer and fall terms. See the class schedule in MyMav. Take 15 hours and be one step closer to graduation. Talk to your adviser.

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Texas Tribune panel on Higher Ed

UTA President Vistasp Karbhari will participate in a Texas Tribune panel on "The Completion Conundrum: A Conversation on Higher Ed Outcomes" at 11:30 a.m. Friday, April 12, in Fort Worth. Register to attend or watch the livestream.

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Canvas training

Canvas will replace Blackboard as UTA's learning management system starting with the fall semester. Learn more about Canvas' advantages. Sign up for training now.

On-campus jobs

Camps programs are looking for students to fill positions for this summer and the fall semester, such as tour guides, peer educators, and more. Learn about on- and off-campus jobs at handshake.com.

Sign language gathering

Deaf, hard-of-hearing, and American Sign Language signers are invited to a social gathering 4-5 p.m. Thursday, April 11, in Room 303 of Trimble Hall. No signing skills are required to attend. Questions? Email tfoxsmith@uta.edu.

Citizenship clinic

U.S permanent residents can file for free citizenship 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, April 13, in Room 303 of Trimble Hall. Read more.

The Shorthorn's Housing Fair

Learn about on- and off-campus housing options Wednesday, April 10. Play games to win prizes, such as a $200 gift card, an Apple Watch Series 4, or a $2,500 Las Vegas trip. Read more.

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Alcohol awareness programs, free STD testing

Health Services offers programs for Alcohol Awareness Month and free STD testing for STD Awareness Month. Read more.

UTA at Main St.

Look for UTA displays, demonstrations, and jazz bands at the Main St. Fort Worth Arts Festival Thursday-Sunday, April 11-14.

Volunteer for Homerathon

Lend your voice to Homerathon, a full-day reading of the Greek epic The Odyssey by Homer 7 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Thursday, April 11, on the University Center mall. Read more.

UTA at Six Flags

Enjoy a private party at Six Flags Over Texas at the annual Education Celebration 6-11 p.m. Friday, April 12. Purchase tickets for $25. Use the code UTA and a percentage of the ticket cost will go to UTA's Student Emergency Fund.

Hike at FW Nature Center

Join a hiking trip at the Fort Worth Nature Center on Sunday, April 14. Cost is $20 with transportation, water, and snacks provided. Register at utamac.link/adventure or the MAC Services and Information Desk.

Involvement Fair

University departments and student organizations should sign up for the next orientation involvement fair set for Thursday, April 18. Read more.

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Dining survey about MAC snacks

Dining Services wants to know what you'd like to eat at the Maverick Activities Center. Take the survey.

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