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Tuesday, November 19, 2019
Samantha Power speaks at the Maverick Speakers Series on Nov. 19 at Texas Hall.

Former UN ambassador to speak Tuesday

Claim your tickets to see Samantha Power, the youngest U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, at the Maverick Speakers Series on Tuesday, Nov. 19. She will speak on "The State of the World: Challenges and Opportunities" at 7:30 p.m. in Texas Hall.

Tickets are free for faculty, staff, and students. See options at utatickets.com.

Molly Albart

Albart new AVP for Student Affairs

Molly Albart has been selected as assistant vice president for Student Transition and Success in the Division of Student Affairs. A UTA employee for 19 years, Albart has served as director of Planning, Assessment, and Student Success and a member of the Student Affairs leadership team since December 2012.

In her new role, Albart will oversee Multicultural Affairs, Maverick Orientation and Transition Programs, Veteran Services, Parent and Family Programs, and Student Publications.

Virtual Job Fair

Connect with employers about job opportunities at the Virtual Job Fair 1-4 p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday, Nov. 19-20. Register now.

Electronics recycling

Bring old computers, batteries, and more to an electronics recycling event 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20, on the southwest corner of Woolf Hall.

Police survey

The UTA Police Department seeks your opinion regarding its performance in serving the campus community. Take the survey.

Peer educators needed

Apply to be a peer educator with TRIO Student Support Services for the spring semester. The deadline to apply is Friday, Dec. 6.

Handshake ready

Students can now search for on-campus jobs through Handshake. Learn about posting in Handshake. Questions? Contact careers@uta.edu.

Important Dates

  • Nov. 22—Last day to drop classes for second eight-week session; submit requests to advisor prior to 4 p.m.
  • Nov. 27—No classes scheduled
  • Nov. 28-29—Thanksgiving holiday
  • Dec. 2—Last day to drop classes for third five-week session; submit request to advisor prior to 4 p.m.
  • Dec. 4—Last day of classes for fall semester
  • Dec. 4-11—Final exams for fall semester
  • Dec. 10—Last day of classes for second eight-week and third five-week sessions
  • Dec. 11—Final exams for second eight-week and third five-week sessions
  • Dec. 12-14—Commencement ceremonies
Thanksgiving dinner with the President

Maverick Thanksgiving meal

Join fellow Mavericks for a Thanksgiving dinner 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26, at the Connection Café in the University Center.

This dinner is free for students with a meal plan. Tickets are required for non-meal plan holders and cost $5 for students and $8 for faculty, staff, and community members.

Holiday market

Modern Languages student groups will host a holiday market with items from multiple cultures 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20, on the University Center mall. Food, drinks, and holiday gifts will be sold.

Holiday Extravaganza

Plan now to attend a free family-oriented holiday celebration 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, at the Palo Duro Lounge in the University Center. Enjoy holiday crafts, cookie decorating, and pictures with Santa.

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