Jared Hess is an Academy Award nominated filmmaker from Preston, Idaho. His directorial debut Napoleon Dynamite premiered at the 2004 Sundance Film Festival and went on to become a comedy box office hit. His other films include Nacho Libre, Gentlemen Broncos, Don Verdean, Masterminds and the animated feature Thelma the Unicorn. He also produced and co-directed the hit Netflix documentary series Murder Among the Mormons and Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators. In 2024, Jared and his wife Jerusha were nominated for an Academy Award for their animated short film Ninety-Five Senses. He recently directed A Minecraft Movie starring Jack Black and Jason Momoa.Visiting Artist Program is funded by the Department of Art and Art History at UTA. Over the years, the program has featured a diverse lineup of influential artists, designers, scholars and curators who define the contemporary art and culture discourse. The program provides students direct access to leading experts in their fields and is a vital resource in the department’s curriculum. In addition to public lectures, visiting artists engage with students through studio critiques and conduct workshops in collaboration with the UTA faculty.

In celebration of Black History Month, the the Black Student Association will showcase local business and produce a pop-up thrift shop!

Interested in earning a Master's degree in Business? Fast Track and Faciliated programs are a great way to reduce the timeline and cost of a Master's degree by as much as 25%! Join us for an upcoming information session and learn how your academic excellence can earn you advanced admission into a Master's business program!

Are you considering graduate school or exploring career opportunities beyond your bachelor’s degree? Join us for Graduate School Bound, an event designed to help UTA students navigate their journey toward graduate studies and post-graduate success.These sessions will cover:Graduate program options available at UTAAdmission process tips and requirementsStrategies for financing your graduate educationGraduate School Bound is an excellent resource for current UTA students looking to build on their undergraduate achievements and reach new heights through graduate education. Take the next step toward your future—don’t miss this opportunity to learn, ask questions, and plan your path forward!

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.

Attend the Native American Serving Non-Tribal Institution Network monthly meeting. All are welcome. This will be an in-person meeting with Teams option. Join Teams here.