Can you handle the heat? Join the Homecoming crew and the Division of Student Affairs for the annual Chili Cook-Off. Teams will compete to win the ultimate prize of Chili Cook-off champion, bragging rights, and an awesome trophy. The cook-off is open to all UTA students, faculty, staff, and alumni groups. You can register your team or just come and enjoy a Homecoming tradition.

Healing looks different for everyone, and you deserve a space that feels safe and supportive. The Relationship Violence and Sexual Assult Prevention Program’s confidential advocates welcome you to connect with others, share if you choose, and know you are not alone. This group focuses on care, community, and encouragement at your own pace. Join us virtually on Microsoft Teams every Wednesday from 12p.m. to 1p.m.

Join Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) at the UTA planetarium for Mindful Moments Under the Stars on Wednesdays from 12:15p.m.-12:45 p.m., starting Wednesday, August 27. Learn mindfulness and practice meditation to effectively manage stress, while enjoying the beauty of the UTA planetarium.Mindful Moments Under the Stars is open to all UTA students, faculty, and staff. No registration is required.To request accommodations, contact CAPS at (817) 272-3671 or email caps@uta.edu.

Homecoming Street Festival is back again this year! Enjoy time with fellow Mavericks as we partake in delicious food, a live DJ, performances and fun-filled activities with your family and friends before the Pep Rally!

Do you have a current student at UTA? Is your student joining us at UTA in Spring 2026? If so, join us for the Maverick Family Social Hour to chat with other UTA families! This is a great way to connect with families in your area, get your questions answered, and discover new ways to support your student. If you have any questions about this event, email parents@uta.edu.If you need accommodations to participate in this event, please email parents@uta.edu or call 817-272-2128 at least five days prior to the event.

Join us for an evening of classical music performed by the UTA String Chamber Ensemble, under the exceptional leadership of Cathy Forbes.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 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 recital will be live-streamed at uta.edu/music/live.php.