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.

Fables are stories that are often told to underscore a moral that is prominent or important in a society. Dating as far back as 1500 BCE, some of the world’s oldest fables originate in the Asian diaspora. These stories have been shared across the continent through oracular storytelling, literature, and compellingly beautiful artforms that illustrate and underscore their social philosophies.On view for the Spring 2025 semester, the tradition of Ðông Hò woodcut painting exemplifies this form of inspirational visual interpretation, sharing symbols of good luck wishes for the New Year and humorous tales of animals who have been placed into human settings. Also on display are a series of Chinese and Japanese woodblock prints that narrate stories of Immortals and supernatural, legendary figures as well as traditional landscapes and nature scenes.Throughout the semester, you are invited to celebrate these works and their messages of hope, positivity, and wisdom.Monday, February 3 – Friday, April 25; 9am – 5pm. Visual Resource Collections & Gallery, Ste. 2109, Fine Arts Building, 2nd floor.An opening Reception will be held Friday, February 7, 5:30 – 7:00pm. Light refreshments and hors d'oeuvres will be provided.For more information about this exhibition or the UTA Fine Art Collections, please contact cherylm@uta.edu.

Read (or do homework) silently with Sigma Tau Delta!

The UTA Jazz Festival takes place on March 21-22 in the Rosebud Theatre and the Bluebonnet Ballroom of the University Center.Middle school and high school bands perform and compete in the Rosebud Theatre. These performances are open to the public.Friday, March 21,12 p.m,: Clinic ~ "Music interaction and Musicianship" by UTA Avant-garde combo4 p.m.: Concert/Award Ceremony hosted by the UTA Jazz Ensemble in the Rosebud Theatre. The concert is free and open to the public.Saturday, March 22,12 p,m,: Clinic ~ "Q&A session with The Maynard All-Stars ©"7pm: Concert/Award Ceremony hosted by the UTA Jazz Orchestra with guest artists of The Maynard All-Stars © (Wayne Bergeron, Steve Wiest, Frank Green, Denis DeBlasio, Brian Mulholland, and Stockton Helbing) in the Bluebonnet Ballroom. Tickets will be available to the public via UTA Tickets.

The Pilates Method is a full-body conditioning program that develops deep abdominal and back strength, together with increased flexibiity and ease of movement. This class is aimed at "core stability," designed to work on lengthening muscles to help tone and strengthen muscles, using breathing to enhance relaxation.

Create handmade ceramic trinket trays using the slab method. Explore the art of creating stunning ceramic trinket trays as we guide you through the process. Learn the foundations of ceramics, clay tools and techniques. Decorate your clay slab with laser engraved stamps and give it shape using 3D printed drape molds to create a wonderfully unique ceramic trinket tray.If you would like to glaze your ceramic tray, return the following Friday during open hours.Limited spots are available. Sign up by filling out this form: https://forms.office.com/r/LMqgqtaMun