- DescriptionMaverick friends and families: you are cordially invited to attend Friends & Family Weekend on October 17-18, 2025! Join us for a weekend filled with family-centered programs and events during the most vibrant time of year.
More details about the event schedule and registration will be provided on our website once available. If you have any questions, please email parents@uta.edu. - Websitehttps://events.uta.edu/event/friends-family-weekend-2025
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- Oct 1712:00 PMPIVOT-RP Funding Opportunities: Software TrainingThe Center for Proposal Development along with Cindy Evans, Product Manager (Clarivate Corporation) will host a VIRTUAL refresher training for PIVOT-RP, an expert curated global source of funding opportunities with powerful workflow, intelligence & discovery tools, to aid in collaboration & increase of funding success rates. New systems have been added to PIVOT-RP to provide greater support in your search for funding. This workshop will discuss profile set up, and how to conduct successful searches to find the funding that fits your research.
- Oct 177:30 PMUTA Wind Symphony ConcertJoin us for a concert featuring the UTA Wind Symphony.The performance will be held in Irons Recital Hall, FA105, located in the South Section of the Fine Arts Building.Doors open approximately 30 minutes before the performance time.Please be aware that 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 concert will be live-streamed at uta.edu/music/live.php.Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for students, alumni, and seniors. You can purchase them in advance at www.utatickets.com.
- Oct 18All dayFriends & Family WeekendMaverick friends and families: you are cordially invited to attend Friends & Family Weekend on October 17-18, 2025! Join us for a weekend filled with family-centered programs and events during the most vibrant time of year.More details about the event schedule and registration will be provided on our website once available. If you have any questions, please email parents@uta.edu.
- Oct 18All dayMcNair Scholars Application Open (Apply Now)The McNair Scholars Program is a competitive program funded by the U.S. Department of Education to prepare university juniors and seniors who are low-income, first generation, and/or underrepresented in graduate education for doctoral education. This program assists students in the attainment of their educational, professional, and personal goals through participation in research and other academic/scholarly activities.APPLICATIONSThe priority deadline is Nov. 3, 2025.The general application closes Dec. 1, 2025.Click the link below for more information and to apply.https://www.uta.edu/research/opportunities/undergraduate-research/programs/mcnairContact us at mcnair@uta.edu
- Oct 1812:00 AMSee The Unseen: A Global Photo CompetitionAs 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.
- Oct 18All dayUndergraduate Research Spring 2026 Application OpenThe application for the Spring 2026 Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program (UROP) and Undergraduate Research Assistant Program (UGRAP) is now open!These programs offer undergraduate students the opportunity to engage in hands-on research alongside UTA faculty members across various disciplines. Whether you are interested in engineering, business management, psychology, biology, or any other field, these programs are open to all majors! For more information about these programs, click here.By participating in UROP/UGRAP, students will have the chance to:• Gain practical research experience • Collaborate with faculty members and peers • Contribute to cutting-edge projects • Enhance their critical thinking and problem-solving skills • Prepare for future career or academic endeavors • Receive fundingEligibility Requirements: • Full-time UTA student • Minimum 2.75 CGPA • UROP: Open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and international students • UGRAP: Open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents – Work-study eligibility (required)Important Dates: • Applications Open: October 1, 2025 • Deadline to Apply: November 30, 2025How to Apply: To apply, scan the QR code on the attached flyer or visit this link.For more information, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at ugresearch@uta.edu or call us at 817-272-1272.Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your academic experience and build invaluable research skills. Apply today!Follow us on social media, click here!