As new and returning students start the spring semester, UTA Interim President Teik C. Lim shares a welcoming thought.

"No matter where you are learning from," he says, "I hope you will embrace the opportunities UTA has to offer in and outside of the classroom, as we remain committed to helping you develop and enhance every area of your life." Read more of Dr. Lim's message.

The Maverick Stampede is the official kickoff to the spring semester. You’ll experience fun and exciting programs—virtual and on-campus—centered on integrating new and returning students back to campus. See the list of events.

Health Services continues to offer free COVID-19 testing for students. New appointment times are available 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 20, at the Maverick Activities Center.

There are a limited number of spots available. Students can schedule an appointment through the MavCare Patient Portal at mavcare.uta.edu.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention does not recommend testing if you have already tested positive in the preceding three months and do not currently have symptoms.

Testing also is available by appointment at Health Services throughout the semester.

For any questions, please email hsic@uta.edu or call 817-272-2771, option 1.

To allow community distribution to prioritized populations, UTA currently does not have plans to acquire vaccines during the initial phases of deployment. However, the University continues to assess its planning based on projected distribution plans for vaccines as they become more widely available.

UTA students and employees are strongly encouraged to participate in COVID-19 vaccinations when available in their community and to monitor corresponding county public health websites for more information regarding eligibility and availability.

• Jan. 19—First day of classes for spring semester and first five- and eight-week terms; late registration.
• Jan. 20—Late registration for first five-week and first eight-week terms.
• Jan. 20-22—Late registration for spring semester.
• Jan. 22—Census date for first five-week term.
• Jan. 26—Census date for first eight-week term.
• Feb. 3—Census date for spring semester.

UTA coronavirus website includes updates and new pages. Important sites are:

• Face-Covering Protocol
• Spring 2021 Semester Student FAQs
• Student Resources
• Testing and Daily Self-Monitoring
• Vaccine Resources

Counseling and Psychological Services offers counseling sessions and workshops. To schedule an appointment, call 817-272-3671.

Emergency Assistance Fund can help students experiencing a temporary financial hardship.

Health Services provides COVID-19 testing, flu shots, and other health services. Do not go to the center if you believe you have been exposed to COVID-19; first call 817-272-2771.

UTA/Tri-C Food Pantry dispenses food and non-food essential items every Thursday. To request a pick-up time, email utafoodpantry@gmail.com.