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Tuesday, July 28, 2020

Listen to fall updates next week

Join Student Affairs for listening sessions about the fall semester for students and their families.

Upcoming sessions are Health and Safety at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, and Student and Campus Life at 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6.

Log in via Microsoft Teams from anywhere using go.uta.edu/listening.

Send questions in advance to studentaffairs@uta.edu.

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On-campus testing for COVID-19 symptoms

UTA Health Services will provide on-campus testing for students showing COVID-19 symptoms. If experiencing symptoms, do not go to a clinic or UTA Health Services without first calling. Contact UTA Health Services with concerns during office hours at 817-272-2771.

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Technology resources ready for students

Student access to technology includes laptop lending, better Wi-Fi, and socially distant computer labs for a successful experience in online and hybrid courses.

Laptop lending is offered through the Central Library.

Check the Mavs Back 2020 site for more stories on what to expect as UTA safely returns to campus for Fall 2020. You also can check the Coronavirus and Fall 2020 Semester page, which is UTA’s official site for up-to-date information on campus operations during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Permits available Monday

Parking permits are available starting Monday, Aug. 3, through MavPark. Read about permit rates, prorated options, and refunds.

Student Access & Resource Center

The Office for Students with Disabilities has changed its name to the Student Access & Resource Center.

Fall 2020 courses

The list of Fall 2020 courses in MyMav now includes information on whether each class will be taught face-to-face, online, or a mix of both (hybrid).

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UC Starbucks open

The Starbucks in the University Center is now open 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Friday.

MyApps has new look

MyApps will have a new page design soon. The site displays a list of web-based applications available to faculty, staff, and students.

Free masks

Reusable, washable fabric face masks for individuals are available at Central Library and the Information Desk at the University Center. Please call 817-272-3395 for availablity.

Important dates

Registration is ongoing for the fall semester.

  • Aug. 3—Last day to drop for second five-week term; submit to advisor by 4 p.m.
  • Aug. 12—Last day of classes for second five-week term
  • Aug. 13—Final exams for second five-week term; last day of classes for 11-week and 14-week terms
  • Aug. 17-18—Final exams for 11-week and 14-week terms
  • Aug. 25—Registration ends for fall semester
  • Aug. 26—First day of class for fall semester
  • Aug. 27-31—Late registration for fall semester

Student resources

Financial Assistance: The UTA Emergency Assistance Fund is for students with a temporary financial hardship.

Food Pantry: The UTA/Tri-C Food Pantry is open to any UTA student with a UTA ID. For a pick-up time, email utafoodpantry@gmail.com. For questions, call 817-274-0383.

Mental Health: Counseling and Psychological Services' on-call counseling staff is available 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday. Call 817-272-3671 to plan a consultation. If this is an emergency, please call 911 or the MavsTalk 24-hour crisis line at 817-272-8255.

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