Join us for Trunk or Treat Night!All student organizations are invited to participate. Email joonhee.cho@uta.edu if interested in signing your organization up. The best decorated tables will win a prize pack on behalf of UTA Athletics!

Halloween Casino Night is a substance-free Halloween party alternative to provide students with a fun and safe environment to enjoy this holiday. The event is scheduled for Thursday, October 30, from 7 to 11 pm.A casino night will kick off the event accompanied by a live DJ, alcohol and substance abuse awareness activities, a mock bar serving “mock-tails”, a costume contest, and a prize raffle. This is the 28th year for the Halloween Casino Night event. The past 27 have been an enormous success!

Halloween Casino Night is a substance-free Halloween party alternative to provide students with a fun and safe environment to enjoy this holiday. The event is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 30, from 7-11:00 p.m. The night will be kicked off by a live DJ, accompanied by alcohol and substance abuse awareness activities, a mock bar serving “mock-tails”, a costume contest, and a prize raffle.

Members of the Music Mav community have put together a Dia de los Muertos recital to honor those we lost in the past academic year. We hope you will join us in celebrating their memories.This performance is free and open to the public. It takes place in Irons Recital Hall, FA105, located in the South Section of the Fine Arts Building.The doors will open approximately 30 minutes before the performance time.Please be aware, no food or drink, aside from bottled water, is allowed in the recital hall.Parking is available in the West Campus Garage, and ADA parking is available at the meters on Nedderman Drive in front of Texas Hall. Visit our parking page for more information.This recital will also be live streamed at uta.edu/music/live.php.

As part of this semester’s International Education Week celebrations, the Office of International Education invites all Mavericks to submit a photograph entry to be featured in the global photo exhibition, See the Unseen. This exhibition focuses on showcasing the often-overlooked elements of culture and community that shape the world around us.Student submissions will be assessed by a panel of judges, and prizes will be awarded to first- and second-place student entries in three different themes.Maverick community members may submit one photo per category for consideration across any of the following categories:Intercultural Immersion: Captures moments where individuals are immersed in the culture of their host country (U.S. or abroad). Photos might showcase students engaging in everyday activities that reflect the unique aspects of the host country's culture, or participating in local events, traditions, or festivals. Photos may also capture a moment or scene, which creates a culturally immersive or -reflective experience for the viewer.Culture & Landscapes: Highlight the natural beauty and landscapes of host country locations (U.S. or abroad). Participants can submit photographs of landscapes, environments, iconic landmarks, scenic vistas, or natural wonders that play a significant role in shaping the host culture. Examples include images of geographic formations tied to cultural myths, or landscapes which impact the current economic and cultural circumstances of a host community.Cultural Crossings: Photos that capture the interactions and connections between people from different cultures OR photos which illustrate the ways that cross-cultural trade and culture exchange impacts daily life in the host culture. Photos might include moments of cross-cultural friendship and collaboration between people, or scenes which represent an example of the mixing point of multiple cultures in the environment or in an object in the host country (U.S. or abroad).We welcome Mavericks of any and all US- and international experiences to participate - photos from your travel to visit family, study abroad, volunteer, or sightsee in a country different from your own are equally welcome.Submissions will be accepted through October 31! Submit your entry atgo.uta.edu/iewphotoEmail globalengagement@uta.edu for accommodations and questions.

The AI Course Redesign Institute offers a workshop-style hands-on experience for UTA faculty interested in integrating Artificial Intelligence into their courses. This one-day institute provides faculty with the tools, resources, and frameworks needed to redesign and enhance their curricula with AI, creating more engaging, effective, and inclusive learning environments. Participants will explore the latest AI technologies and pedagogical strategies from peers and resources, gaining the skills to integrate AI tools into their teaching practices. There will be time provided to work on developing your own course or courses. By the end of the institute, participants will leave with actionable next steps to incorporate AI into their teaching, fostering an innovative and forward-thinking classroom environment. Ideas for how to prepare students for the ever-changing workforce with AI will be explored.You must be teaching a course or courses next academic year (2025-2026). This event has limited capacity in-person. You may be asked to join via Microsoft Teams once the capacity has been reached.This session will be hybrid. Breakfast and Lunch will be provided for in-person attendees.