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.

Join the UTA libraries in celebrating Open Education Week from March 3 - 7, 2025.Attend a virtual information session to learn more about the UTA CARES Grant and prepare to submit an application. Since 2017, the UTA CARES Grant has funded more than 60 projects that contribute to course material affordability through the adoption of affordable resources and creation of unique open educational resources (OER).Faculty who are interested in transitioning their courses to no-cost or low-cost course materials may be eligible to receive funding in one of three categories:Adoption stipend – provides up to $800 for redesigning a course around existing low- or no-cost course materials (including OER, free resources, or library-purchased materials)Modification grant – provides up to $5,000 to modify, combine, or localize existing OER to design and publish a tailored resource for UTA studentsCreation grant – provides up to $10,000 to create and publish a unique OERSpring 2025 submissions are open now, and applications may be submitted at any time before the Friday, March 21 deadline.For more information about this event contact (library-open@listserv.uta.edu).

MavMarket presents a unique platform for student makers and creators to showcase their talents, products, and services to a wider audience. It serves as a vibrant marketplace where students can not only display their creations but also market and sell them. This event fosters a culture of entrepreneurship and innovation among students, providing them with valuable real-world experience in business and marketing. Through MavMarket, students have the opportunity to connect with their peers, faculty, and the broader community, gaining exposure for their work and potentially turning their passion into a sustainable venture. By participating in MavMarket, students can unleash their creativity, build confidence in their abilities, and take the first steps towards building their own brands and businesses.

Join the Office of Health Promotion as we educate you on all nine dimensions of wellness! The 9Ds Wellness Fest will be on Wednesday, March 5, 11 a.m.-1 p.m, in the Palo Duro Lounge. There will be fun activities for students such as a photo booth, 90s music, and giveaways. Student Affairs departments and UTA partners will each provide information and resources on how they support the different dimensions of wellness.

Does your family have a membership in the Maverick Parent & Family Association (MPFA)? Do you want to learn more about the student benefits of the MPFA, such as our scholarships, a discount at the UTA Bookstore, and free school supplies? If so, join us for our Academic Success Days event!Students of our members can pick up their school supplies to prepare for exams, which includes snacks, scantrons, writing utensils, and other supplies. If you don't have an MPFA membership, our team can share how your family can join the MPFA.DATESTuesday March 4 and Wednesday March 5Tuesday April 22, Wednesday April 23, and Thursday April 24TIMES11am - 1pmLOCATIONSMarch 4 & 5: University Center, main level, booth by TeaCOApril 22, 23, and 24 University Center, lower-level, suite B100

Presentation Description: There has been a lot of talk about processed oils lately in the news. Are they good for you? Do they cause heart disease, cancer, inflammation, etc. With so many “health gurus” and “politicians” talking about it, there has been a lot of confusion on what you should and shouldn’t be worried about when it comes to oils. Join a discussion about the science behind processed oils and what you should be aware of.The presenter, Stacie Ellis, PhD, RDN, LD, is the Registered Dietitian at the University of Texas at Arlington, where she provides nutrition consultations and education for the students and staff on campus. Stacie is the proud owner of EXCELLIS Nutrition, a company geared towards performance nutrition, weight management, disordered eating, and medical nutrition therapy. Stacie serves as a consulting dietitian for Wellness Concepts, Health Fairs Direct, and American Health Assessments. She recently received her doctoral degree in nutrition with a minor in Kinesiology at Texas Women's University. Her dissertation involved comparing a high-carbohydrate, low-fat diet to a low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet on performance in dancers. She has been interviewed with Women’s Health Magazine, The Oak Cliff Documentary, and Texas Metro News, and she also completed the Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management Program on June 4-6, 2015.