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.

Are you attending an academic conference this year? This workshop will help you make a game plan to navigate your conference. We'll share steps you can take before, during, and after the conference to get the most out of the experience.

The Biology Graduate Student Association is hosting five of the UTA Biology Department's postdocs for an hour-long Q & A panel on Tuesday, Feb. 11 from 4-5 p.m. Show up to hear what their paths through academia have been, and to get some helpful advice as you forge your own.

The Dating Game Show is perfect for all of the hopeless romantics out there! In this game you can win a date for you and your significant other or possibly meet a new potential significant other! In this game for singles and couples, there are rounds where one single contestant ask questions of other singles on stage on the other side of the curtain of mystery! There are rounds where couples sit on each side of the curtain of mystery and have to come up with the same answers to the questions that we ask them about themselves! This game has something for everybody!Every Dating Game is hosted by a professional comedian, which makes the show even more exciting, interactive and fun! Every game includes prizes! We will also have light snacks for everyone.

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.

Are you an instructor concerned about the impact of course material costs on your students? This workshop will help you explore open textbook solutions and discover how you can write a short textbook review to receive a stipend.Textbook Costs: Learn how high costs hinder student success, with 70% of students not purchasing required materials due to cost.Open Textbooks: Discover how these freely available, fully customizable textbooks can alleviate financial burdens for students.What You’ll Do: After the workshop, you’ll write a short review of an open textbook from the Open Textbook Library and receive a $200 ($150+fringe) stipend for your efforts.RSVP HereLunch will be provided for in-person attendees.For those who can't attend this workshop in person, a Hybrid (online and in person) session of the Open textbook workshop is scheduled for March 25th.For more information about this event, contact Megan Zara, OER Librarian (library-open@listserv.uta.edu)