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Tuesday, August 4, 2020

Limit exposure before returning to campus

Students are asked to limit social activities and exposure to outsiders for 14 days prior to returning to campus.

Combined with daily self-monitoring, wearing masks, and social distancing, laying low prior to returning to campus will help minimize the spread of the COVID-19 virus and ensure the Maverick community stays healthy.

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.

Listen to more updates on fall semester

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. today, 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.

COVID-19 testing

Health Services will provide on-campus testing for students showing COVID-19 symptoms. Do not go to the center without calling first. Call during office hours at 817-272-2771.

Parking permits available

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

Tech support during exams

The OIT Help Desk has opened a Student Exam Support queue accessible via phone and chat for students having technology issues during exams. Call 817-272-2208 or go to uta.edu/help/chat.

Virtual job fair for student employment

Explore on- and off-campus jobs and work-study opportunities at the Virtual Student Employment Job Fair, sponsored by the Lockheed Martin Career Development Center. The fair is 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday, Aug. 24. RSVP in Handshake.

Get ready with the Virtual Fair Prep Workshop at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18, and Wednesday, Aug. 19.

Be sure to sign up for one of the Navigating the Virtual Fair Workshops at 1:30 Friday, Aug. 14; 3 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18; and 3 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19.

Resume and Cover Letter Workshop

Resume, cover letter workshops

Market yourself and gain an edge in today's job market by learning how to create an effective resume and cover letter. Join the workshop at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, and Friday, Aug. 7.

Handshake 101

Learn about Handshake, how to navigate the system, and how to apply for jobs and internships. The virtual event at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 12.

Work-Study 101

Learn more about work-study eligibility and opportunities during a virtual workshop at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 13.

Important dates

Registration is ongoing for the fall semester.

  • 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

Maverick sports chat

UTA Athletics' new MAVChat video series kicks off at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, focusing on women's basketball.

Complete the Census

Mavericks make invaluable contributions to the city of Arlington. Now, you can make an impact by completing the 2020 Census. Log on to my2020census.gov.

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.

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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