UTA In The News — Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Flu season
Erin Carlson, associate professor and director of graduate public health programs in the UT Arlington College of Nursing and Health Innovation, spoke to The Dallas Morning News about possible trends in infectious diseases this winter. Carlson and other public health experts predict a perfect storm of increasing COVID-19, flu and respiratory syncytial virus cases.
Design showcase
Students from UTA’s College of Architecture, Planning and Public Affairs partnered with the Arlington Center for Community Engagement (ACCE) for a design showcase centered on recreating spaces for sustainable housing and wellness, KERA reported. Priscilla Promise, an ACCE organizer, said the partnership directly serves the organization’s mission.
Native American Heritage Month
UTA is celebrating Native American Heritage Month with events and activities throughout November, U.S. Fed News reported. “I try to share my culture and history and work for the empowerment of Native Americans year-round,” said Stephen Silva Brave, a student in the School of Social Work. “I love that during this month an extra spotlight is shined, and many non-Natives take the time to learn more about us.”