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2025 marks half a century as UTA welcomes students in the Fine Arts Building. Classrooms, studio spaces, and communal areas have changed and moved quite a lot since spring 1975. This mini-exhibit, open through December 19, features materials from the archives of the Department of Art & Art History and UTA Special Collections that focus on the period between 1970-1975 when the new arts complex came into being.When in the late 1960s, UTA’s fine arts curricula was elevated from 2-year transfer programs to 4-year degree granting status, this area became one of the fastest growing on campus. Noting that, the 1970 letter from UTA President Frank Harrison, addresses the need for “a building of approximately 225,000 sq ft” to house the Departments of Architecture, Art, Music and Speech-Drama, which by 1972 together counted 1,326 majors  - nearly 10% of the total UTA student population (15,432). Fine Arts Complex began to take shape along South Cooper Street around the existing University Theatre in the summer 1973. In January 1975, Shorthorn article showed perplexed students next to a building map in a “castle-like” maze of a newly opened Fine Arts Center. The writers of Ft.Worth Star Telegram called it “the mammoth 4-story building,” the “great Wall of China” cutting through UTA campus and pointed at its “massive and impersonal” style, with a giant loggia as its most distinguishing feature. On display at the Visual Resource Collections Gallery are historic photographs, press clippings, old UTA yearbooks, the remnants of former art building, which got demolished, and the materials from the original Fine Arts Building blueprints. Special thanks to Heather Claney (Reference Services Manager at UTA Special Collections), Mark Cook (UTA Digitization Services Manager), Nicholas William (Lead Digitization Specialist), Jack Plummer (Professor Emeritus, Department of Art and Art History), and Rita Lasater (former Director of the Visual Resource Commons) for documenting, preserving the traces of time, and helping us navigate through the archives to carry the memory further.The Visual Resource Collectiosn Gallery is open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Before we open our doors to the public, we’re inviting you to an exclusive preview and early purchase event for the UTA Holiday Glass Art Sale & Fundraiser on Friday, December 5, at the UTA Studio Arts Center.This special preview is your opportunity to browse and purchase from our dazzling collection of handcrafted glass art before anyone else — all while supporting our students and the growth of our nationally recognized program.From delicate glass ornaments and glowing holiday decor to breathtaking collector’s pieces, each work reflects the passion, creativity, and skill of our glass students and faculty. Whether you’re shopping for unique gifts or a festive addition to your own home, you’re sure to find something that shines.Important DetailsOpen to UTA faculty, staff, and studentsPlease bring your UTA ID for entryWe accept credit cards, checks, Apple Pay, and IDTs for department purchasesThis is a cashless event — thank you for your understandingGeneral Public Day If you can’t make it to the preview, we’ll welcome everyone on Saturday, December 6, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. or until sold out. Join us for a festive day of live glassblowing demonstrations and holiday cheer as molten glass transforms into shimmering seasonal treasures.A Tradition of Art, Craft, and CommunityWhat began in the mid-1990s as a small fundraiser on the loading dock behind the Fine Arts Building - founded by artist David Keens - has grown into one of UTA’s most anticipated art events of the year. This long-standing tradition continues to support our students, fund scholarships, and sustain the tools and materials that keep our glass program thriving.Every purchase you make directly supports our students and studio. Half of the proceeds go to the artists themselves, while the rest fund scholarships, raw materials, equipment, and continued studio development.Thank you for helping us keep the UTA Glass tradition glowing bright. We can’t wait to see you on Friday, Dec. 5, for this special preview event.

Join us for a series of empowering monthly community rides on the last Friday of the month! These group rides unite cyclists of all levels for enjoyable rides through Arlington's streets. By participating, you help promote cycling as a sustainable transportation mode, advocate for bike-friendly infrastructure, and raise road safety awareness. The group rides kick off on campus in front of the Central Library, we'll ride together exploring diverse routes through Arlington's streets.