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Tuesday, February 8, 2022

All Majors Job & Internship Fair

Sign up to be a volunteer for the All Majors Job & Internship Fair by Monday, Feb. 21, and receive a free T-shirt. Register to volunteer.

The Lockheed Martin Career Development Center hosts the fair Wednesday, Feb. 23, at the Maverick Activities Center.

Attend Job Fair Prep Week events to help prepare yourself for the All Majors Job & Internship Fair.

Know Where To Go. Required COVID-19 testing. Students, faculty, staff. Carlisle Suite, 2nd floor, University Center, By appointment only. COVID-19 Testing, Students with Symptoms, Call to schedule appointment, 817-272-2771. go.uta.edu.covidtest

Required COVID-19 testing due Friday

Regardless of vaccination status, all students and employees coming to campus in any capacity for the spring semester must provide proof of a viral COVID‑19 test by Friday, Feb. 11. On-campus tests are automatically reported to UTA. Off-campus test results must be uploaded to the COVID Self-Report portal in MyMav. Contact covidtesting@uta.edu with questions.

Numerous resources for free COVID‑19 testing are widely available.

A temporary drive-thru COVID‑19 test site near Choctaw Stadium is open until 7 p.m. today, Tuesday, Feb. 8.

Two free on-campus testing sites are offered. Testing for symptom-free individuals is in the Carlisle Suite of the University Center. Individuals with symptoms can be tested at the Curative site at 435 Spaniolo Drive. Appointments are required.

More testing resources are:

Go to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website for more information about who should be tested, the types of tests, how to take them, and more.

Bikeshare rolls on campus

UTA has launched a new bikeshare program, featuring 250 e-bikes. The bikes are available for rent using the Razor Micromobility app available in the iTunes or Google Play app stores.

Early Voting: Your Voice Counts

Early voting at MAC

Early voting for the March 1 primary elections will be at the Maverick Activities Center 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, Feb. 14-18; 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 19; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 20; and 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, Feb. 22-25. The poll is closed Monday, Feb. 21.

Thursday parking notice

Add extra time to find parking on the east side of campus the morning of Thursday, Feb. 10. About 100 school buses will bring 5,000 students to the women's basketball game at College Park Center.

Hindi, Indian culture survey

Complete a short survey by Friday, Feb. 11, to help UTA gauge student interest in Hindi language and/or Indian culture courses.

Bicycle thefts on campus

Over the past few months, UT Arlington has had many bicycle thefts. Read how to protect your bike, the suspects, and how to contact the UTA Police Department if you see the thieves.

CAAS conference: State of the Black Community

The Center for African American Studies’ 10th annual conference is focused on the State of the Black Community. The conference, which includes two keynote addresses and two panel discussions, is Thursday, Feb. 17.

Register to attend virtually or in person at the Bluebonnet Ballroom in the University Center.

SAR Center Open House

The Student Access and Resource Center will host an Open House 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 17, to show off its newly renovated spaces.

Self-driving vehicle survey

Researchers with the Arlington RAPID project are seeking survey participants who have and have not ridden in the self-driving shuttles circulating campus since the service began in March 2021. Learn more and take the survey.

UTA, Downtown bike survey

Give your feedback on bicycle infrastructure, behavior, amenities, and services on campus and Downtown Arlington. Results will be used in the creation of a well-connected and safe bike network in Arlington.

Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Notification

Read the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Notification, which informs the campus community about the prevention of illegal use of alcohol and other drugs on campus and at campus-sponsored events.

Next time you change you password, use a passphrase instead. They're easier for you to remember and harder for criminals to crack. To learn more about choosing a strong passphrase that will keep your information secure, visit https://www.uta.edu/security/awareness/passwords.php

Update your contact info for MavAlert system

Verify your contact information for UTA's MavAlert Emergency Notification System at uta.edu/mymav.

Black History Month

Black history is in the spotlight throughout February. Celebrate with a variety of Black History Month educational and fun programs.

Dining on campus

In alignment with the University's focus on a safe launch to the spring term, Maverick Dining has adjusted its dining hours. Refer to the interactive schedule for the most up-to-date dining hours.

Important dates

  • Feb. 8—Last day to drop classes for first five-week term; submit requests to advisor prior to 4 p.m.
  • Feb. 17—Last day of classes for first five-week term.
  • Feb. 18—Final exams for first five-week term.
  • Feb. 20—Registration ends for second five-week term.
  • Feb. 21—First day of classes for second five-week term.
  • Feb. 21-22—Late registration for second five-week term.
  • Feb. 23—Last day to drop classes for first eight-week term; submit requests to advisor prior to 4 p.m.
  • Feb. 24—Census date for second five-week term.
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