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Student Life News
From campus traditions to academic achievement, discover the people, programs and experiences that shape student life at UTA.
Why UTA is training nurses like athletes
New framework prepares students for the physical and mental demands of patient care to curb burnout
UTA named a Top Yellow Ribbon School
National recognition highlights support for veterans, military-connected students and their families
From UTA to New Zealand: Protecting coral reefs
Students and faculty join scientists from around the world to address growing threats to coral reefs
UTA student explores heart research in Chicago
Junior Rushika Muradi was one of five students selected for prestigious summer research program
From military service to student success at UTA
Veteran Resource Fair connects military-connected students with support, resources and community
UC transformation reimagines UTA’s ‘living room’
Student input shapes project that will add more space to gather, study, dine and connect
Waffleopolis connects Mavericks, one line at a time
29-year welcome week tradition serves up 3,500 waffles, friendship and fun
MavsMeet kicks fall semester into high gear
Students trade classrooms for food, dancing, zip lines and a mechanical bull
Mavericks kick off fall semester at SuccessU Block Party
The event helps incoming students prepare academically and acclimate to UTA’s massive campus
New Mavericks move in, ready to call UTA home
More than 4,500 students will live in UTA’s five residence halls and campus apartments
UTA’s new Saxbys cafe puts students in charge
Student CEO leads campus coffee shop offering hands-on business experience
UTA painter chosen for prestigious Texas exhibition
MFA student Conrad Nkamwesiga was selected for New Texas Talent 33 from a field of more than 500 applicants
UTA community celebrates Juneteenth together
Annual event honors freedom through history, poetry and community connection
D.C. trip leaves lasting impact on UTA veterans
Wreath-laying ceremony creates a life-changing experience
Mavericks kick off Fall 2025 with MavsMeet
Students celebrated UTA’s 130th anniversary with music, spirit groups, and the debut of a new fight song
UTA program builds Russian fluency for global roles
STARTALK program prepares future leaders for careers in diplomacy, defense and other global-facing fields
UTA students take on public policy in D.C.
Six students gain firsthand experience through internships and policy courses at UT System’s Archer Center
UTA looks ahead with research, growth and a new sport
At State of Higher Education, President Cowley spotlights UTA’s impact, research—and flag football
UTA student-athletes score big in the classroom
Four programs register a perfect score, six others post high marks in latest NCAA Academic Progress Rate report
Two paths, one unforgettable walk across UTA’s stage
As a student faces cancer and her advisor nears retirement, their bond takes center stage at UT Arlington’s commencement
UTA students connect with lawmakers in Austin
UTA Day at the Capitol gave UT Arlington students an inside look at policymaking and a chance to share how state support fuels their success
Future innovators take over UTA at science fair
Participation spiked as 530 young innovators showcased projects at the 74th Fort Worth Regional Science and Engineering Fair
Program’s expansion boosts student research opportunities
UTA undergraduate research program helps students present their work at academic conferences
When teen body image becomes a deadly perception
Adolescents who feel overweight face triple the risk of self-harm, new UTA study finds
UTA joins global network to fuel entrepreneurs
Weekly 1 Million Cups meetings bring together students, faculty and local entrepreneurs to share ideas, network and support startups
Physics student wins statewide award before graduation
Work on graphene has wide research applications including energy storage and disease treatments
Movin’ Mavs and Lady Movin’ Mavs’ seasons start at home
UTA’s adaptive sports programs will host 2024 UTA Wheelchair Basketball Fall Classic
Engines roar at UTA’s autocross weekend
UTA hosted 23rd annual Texas Autocross, featuring student-built race cars
Honoring Native culture and connecting communities
The Native American Student Association hosted Indigenous Peoples’ Day at UTA
UTA Park(ing) Day fosters community
Students convert parking spaces into vibrant space
UTA sees enrollment growth for fall 2024
Continues to be top choice for undergrads
UTA to celebrate International Observe the Moon Night
Planetarium hosting free public moon viewing Sept. 14
At UTA, you can get involved in just about anything
At Activity Fair, Mavericks learn about volunteering, spirit groups and more
Waffleopolis brings UTA community together
Waffles, ice cream and friends create lasting memories at annual event
International students connect during Maverick Stampede
Global Maverick Welcome offers opportunity to meet people, find resources
Maverick pride present at MavsMeet Convocation
Students were welcomed back to UTA for a new academic year with spirited and inspirational event
Move-In Day brings Mavericks back to campus
Nearly 4,000 students will move into UTA’s residence halls and apartments this week
UTA’s Austen Smith Wins Big at Paris Olympics
Smith won silver in mixed team skeet shooting and bronze in skeet shooting
UTA increases interdisciplinary grants by 40% in 2024
Seven multidisciplinary teams receive one-year awards to facilitate research
Two UTA Mavericks win tickets to see Dallas Mavericks
NBA’s Mavericks come to UTA for ticket giveaway to this weekend’s playoff games
Museum project allows Mavericks to pursue passions
Communication students produce multimedia stories for Arlington Museum of Art
Univision awards full scholarships to future Mavericks
Univision Dallas-Fort Worth has awarded seven Tu Futuro scholarships to UTA students
Celebrating service and sustainability
Through The Big Event and Earth Day, UT Arlington prioritizes service and sustainability
UTA Theatre Arts staging of ‘Bonnets’ is ‘a wild ride’
Department of Theatre Arts and Dance latest production runs April 10-13
In every photo, a story of compassion
At UTA, photographer says empathy is the secret to forging human connection
'Women ruled pop culture this year'
Women’s History Month events at UTA celebrate women in pop culture, society and history
UTA breaks ground on Maverick Hall
Newest residence hall will be University’s largest and tallest
Festival of Ideas to celebrate Native culture
Annual event includes history lecture, powwow and keynote speech from bestselling author
‘I wanted to continue expanding my horizons’
UTA Q&A: Student Bobby Lawrence pursues his dream of being a family counselor
UTA Theatre Arts and Dance presents pop-punk musical “Head...
Musical is a mashup of Renaissance poetry and 1980s pop music by The Go-Go’s
Police department awarded advanced accreditation with...
UTA police receives first-time designation for its service to campus
Stargazers gravitate to Planetarium for solar eclipse talk
UTA experts preview once-in-a-lifetime total solar eclipse during special panel discussion