The Inaugural Annual Juried UTA Student Exhibition at the Arlington Museum of Art is on view from November 8, 2024- January 5, 2025.Juried by the Dallas Contemporary Associate Curator Emily Edwards, this exhibition features works by current graduate and undergraduate students and recent alumni.Featured works are by: Alia Almosawi, Christina Childress, Lisa Clavton, Chris Cravton, Paula Currie, Vy Dang, David Galvan Cruz, Xochitl Garcia, Shang Gou, Lucas Gustafson, Audrey Hatter, Evelyn Kennedy, America Luna, Yasmine Muhammad, Dorian Parkhurst, Michelle Perez, Evelia Sanchez, Phoenix Sanders, Emelie Stenhammar, Lauren Tallman, Emma Valenzuela, Phoenix Warren, and Grace Witkinson.The exhibition opening reception will be Thursday, Nov. 7, 6-8 p.m.

We’re collecting new, unwrapped toys to help 41 children (of all ages) have a happy holiday while they are in foster care. Your donation can help us bring joy and make kids in foster care feel special this holiday season!The donation drop-off location is the School of Social Work Admissions, Advising, and Communications, room 203.The donation drop-off deadline is Friday, December 6.For more information, email Natasha Kastner at nlk5449@mavs.uta.edu.

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.

The Department of Global Engagement and Office of Study Abroad present the See the Unseen Photo Gallery Exhibition, which features photography submitted by our very own UTA students. The exhibition will be available for viewing from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. from Nov. 18-Dec. 6There will be a celebration for exhibition’s opening on Monday, Nov. 18 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Attend a new OER webinar series consisting of dynamic, one-hour virtual sessions designed to spark conversations and ideas. Each webinar will be divided into two parts: the first half will deliver targeted content, while the second half will be an open forum for questions, discussions, and idea-sharing. Although each session is tailored to specific stakeholders, everyone is welcome to participate and contribute. Whether you're looking to learn, connect, or innovate, these webinars are for you!This webinar "OER Licensing and Copyright: What You Need to Know" will be primarily directed to faculty members. Navigating the complexities of OER licensing and copyright is essential for faculty. This webinar will explain the different types of OER licenses, how to apply them correctly, and how to respect copyright while using and creating OER.Participants will:Understand the various OER licenses and their applications. Learn how to apply the correct license to your OER. Get tips on avoiding copyright issues in your OER projects.

Commencement is almost here and it’s time to celebrate our graduates! Fall 2024 graduates can drive, walk, or roll by the University Center Circle on Dec. 5 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. to receive a FREE UTA Alumni car decal, while supplies last. Contact alumni@uta.edu with any questions.