We’re collecting new, unwrapped toys to help 41 children (of all ages) have a happy holiday while they are in foster care. Your donation can help us bring joy and make kids in foster care feel special this holiday season!The donation drop-off location is the School of Social Work Admissions, Advising, and Communications, room 203.The donation drop-off deadline is Friday, December 6.For more information, email Natasha Kastner at nlk5449@mavs.uta.edu.

Do you like Space? Do you like Maps? How about maps of space?! UTA Special Collections is proud to present a new exhibition titled Cosmic Cartography . Featuring maps and charts dating from 1548 to 2024, the exhibit explores humanity's desire to explain our understanding of the universe through maps. In the exhibit, you will see maps that explore the model of the universe - from the ancients who believed in an Earth-centered system to Copernicus who put the Sun at the center, and beyond; maps of our Solar System and planetary bodies; and maps that explore Constellations and the Zodiac.Giveaways will be available while supplies last!The exhibit is located on the sixth floor of Central Library in Special Collections. It is open Tuesday through Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

The Department of Global Engagement and Office of Study Abroad present the See the Unseen Photo Gallery Exhibition, which features photography submitted by our very own UTA students. The exhibition will be available for viewing from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. from Nov. 18-Dec. 6There will be a celebration for exhibition’s opening on Monday, Nov. 18 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

The Department of Art and Art History is excited to invite you to its much-anticipated Holiday Glass Art Sale and Fundraiser! Mark your calendars for Friday, December 6. UTA faculty, staff, and students will have the first chance to explore and acquire stunning glass creations. Your generous support will not only help UTA's talented student artists shine but also enhance the vibrant glass art program. Discover the perfect holiday gifts for your loved ones while celebrating the artistic spirit of the UTA community.Cash, checks, credit cards, Apple Pay, and IDT’s for department purchases will be accepted. Bring your UTA ID.The general public sale will be Saturday, Dec. 7 from 9 a.m.– 2 p.m. (or until sold-out) This is a free event with live glassblowing demonstrations.

The Inaugural Annual Juried UTA Student Exhibition at the Arlington Museum of Art is on view from November 8, 2024- January 5, 2025.Juried by the Dallas Contemporary Associate Curator Emily Edwards, this exhibition features works by current graduate and undergraduate students and recent alumni.Featured works are by: Alia Almosawi, Christina Childress, Lisa Clavton, Chris Cravton, Paula Currie, Vy Dang, David Galvan Cruz, Xochitl Garcia, Shang Gou, Lucas Gustafson, Audrey Hatter, Evelyn Kennedy, America Luna, Yasmine Muhammad, Dorian Parkhurst, Michelle Perez, Evelia Sanchez, Phoenix Sanders, Emelie Stenhammar, Lauren Tallman, Emma Valenzuela, Phoenix Warren, and Grace Witkinson.The exhibition opening reception will be Thursday, Nov. 7, 6-8 p.m.

Do you like Space? Do you like Maps? How about maps of space?! UTA Special Collections is proud to present a new exhibition titled Cosmic Cartography . Featuring maps and charts dating from 1548 to 2024, the exhibit explores humanity's desire to explain our understanding of the universe through maps. In the exhibit, you will see maps that explore the model of the universe - from the ancients who believed in an Earth-centered system to Copernicus who put the Sun at the center, and beyond; maps of our Solar System and planetary bodies; and maps that explore Constellations and the Zodiac.Giveaways will be available while supplies last!The exhibit is located on the sixth floor of Central Library in Special Collections. It is open Tuesday through Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.