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| Tuesday, October 26, 2021 |
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UTA recognized for going above and beyond in response to pandemic
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The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) has selected The University of Texas at Arlington as a Star Award recipient for its outstanding efforts to respond to COVID‑19.
The Star Awards recognize institutions that go above and beyond to help students succeed. For 2021, the THECB honored institutions that “ensured the health, safety, and success of their campus community through innovative approaches and local partnerships.” UTA was one of 10 award recipients out of 31 applicants.
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Random mandatory testing continues
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Students, faculty, and staff coming to any UTA campus in any capacity will be selected at random for mandatory COVID‑19 testing.
Until further notice, 20% of the campus population, regardless of vaccination status, will be selected each week for testing.
Notifications will come from covidtesting@uta.edu, and you will have seven days to get tested after being selected. If you have any questions, contact covidtesting@uta.edu.
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Google Dissertation Award
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Rodrigo Augusto Dos Santos, computer science and engineering doctoral student, is one of 10 students nationwide to win a Computing Alliance of Hispanic-Serving Institutions Google Dissertation Award.
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Open Access Week
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UTA Libraries hosts Open Access Week with a series of presentations, panel discussions, workshops, and information sessions on the whys and hows of Open Access.
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McNair Scholars applications
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Applications are being accepted for the McNair Scholars Program, which prepares university juniors and seniors who are low-income, first generation, and/or underrepresented in graduate education for doctoral education.
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Changes for UTA email access
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Microsoft will permanently disable protocols not using Multifactor Authentication for accessing Outlook to increase email security in the coming months. Read more details on accessing your UTA email on your device using Modern Authentication.
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Early voting at MAC
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Early voting for the Nov. 2 elections is at the Maverick Activities Center 7 a.m.-7 p.m. through Friday, Oct. 29.
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Be part of Homecoming parade
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Registration to participate in this year's Homecoming parade is live. Participants can enter in one of several categories including float, golf cart, novelty, walking entry, or band. The top three decorated golf cart entries will win a cash prize.
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Spooky Special Collections
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See Special Collections' Halloween mini-exhibit showcasing some of its spookiest items. Grab a sweet treat when you are checking out the petrifying prints and spooky snapshots through Tuesday, Nov. 2.
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Halloween Casino Night
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Place your bets at Halloween Casino Night, an evening of free casino games, costume shows, live music, and delicious treats. The fun is 7-11 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28.
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Great Pumpkin Carnival
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Families can enjoy children's games, activities, popcorn, candy, and more at the Great Pumpkin Carnival 6-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, in Maverick Circle in front of the University Center. The Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life hosts the free event.
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Fall Harvest & Trunk-or-Treat
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Join the School of Social Work for the second annual Fall Harvest & Trunk-or-Treat. Register to attend this drive-thru-only event that is 4-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30.
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Undergrad Exit Survey
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Students graduating in December 2021 should complete the Undergraduate Exit Survey, available through Canvas. Responses are confidential. Eligible students will receive invites from gradteam@uta.edu.
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Free flu shots
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Free flu shots are available for students by appointment only, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Request an appointment.
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Important dates
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- Oct. 28—Census date for second eight-week term.
- Nov. 4—Last day of classes for second five-week term.
- Nov. 5—Last day to drop classes for regular semester; submit requests to advisor prior to 4 p.m. Final exams for second five-week term.
- Nov. 7—Registration ends for third five-week term.
- Nov. 8—First day of classes for third five-week term.
- Nov. 8-9—Late registration for third five-week term.
- Nov. 11—Census date for third five-week term.
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