Trailblazer
Tuesday, August 9, 2022

Langley confirmed

Lt. Gen. Michael E. Langley (’85 BBA, Systems Analysis) was confirmed by the U.S. Senate to lead U.S. Africa Command, making him the first Black four-star general of the Marine Corps. He will be officially promoted during a ceremony on Saturday, Aug. 6, in Washington, D.C. Read more.

Tops for indigenous students

UT Arlington was chosen again for the 2022–23 list of Top 200 Colleges for Indigenous Students by the American Indian Science and Engineering Society. The list is published in the Winds of Change 29th annual Special College Issue, to be published in November.

Machine painting stripe on roadway.

Street closure

Spaniolo Street from UTA Boulevard to Mitchell Street will be repainted Thursday-Friday, Aug. 11-12. Access will remain open to the College Park garages, UTA Bookstore, and retail parking lots from Oak Street and Center Street.

Need a campus job?

Seeking on-campus employment or work-study? RSVP to attend the Summer Virtual Student Employment Job Fair noon-3 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 17.

Help at Move-In Event

Volunteer for the Move-In Event 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, and help students get settled into their on-campus homes. Register by 5 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16.

Graduating this summer? Take the Student Exit Survey.

Exit Survey

If you are graduating this summer, please complete the Undergraduate or Master’s Exit Survey by Wednesday, Aug. 31. You will receive a survey invitation from gradteam@uta.edu. The survey will also be accessible through Canvas.

Leadership courses

The Interdisciplinary Leadership Minor is ideal for students seeking to address diversity, equity, and inclusion issues and enact social change through leadership. For more information, email Ericka Roland at ericka.roland@uta.edu.

UTA Night at the Rangers. Wednesday, Sept. 14, 7:05 p.m. Globe Life Field. Texas Rangers vs. Oakland A's.

UTA Night at the Rangers

Swing for the fences and enjoy UTA Night at the Rangers with your fellow Mavs. The Rangers will play the Oakland Athletics at 7:05 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 14, at Globe Life Field. Student tickets are $8. Buy tickets to the game to be eligible for a special UTA/Texas Rangers hat.

COVID-19 resources available on campus

All Mavericks should remain vigilant concerning COVID‑19 and adhere to the best practices that help keep our community safe. Find information and resources, such as the following, at uta.edu/coronavirus.

Research Opportunities

Military PTSD survey

Military-connected students are needed for a survey by the School of Social Work. The study is to better understand the factors, elements, and turning points that contribute to a military loss or trauma becoming a personal post-traumatic growth experience that results in a transformation outcome of helping others. Read more details and complete the participation application.

Important Dates

  • Aug. 10—Last day of classes for 14-week term, 11-week term, and second five-week term.
  • Aug. 11—Final exams for second five-week term and second seven-week term.
  • Aug. 11-12—Final exams for 14-week term and 11-week term.
  • Aug. 13—Commencement ceremonies.
  • Aug. 21—Registration ends for fall semester, first five-week term, and first eight-week term.
  • Aug. 22—First day of classes for fall semester, first five-week term, and first eight-week term.
  • Aug. 22-23—Late registration for first five-week term and first eight-week term.
  • Aug. 22-26—Late registration for fall semester.
  • Aug. 25—Census date for first five-week term.
  • Aug. 29—Census date for first eight-week term.
  • Sept. 5—Labor Day Holiday.
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