As part of this semester’s International Education Week celebrations, the Office of International Education invites all Mavericks to submit a photograph entry to be featured in the global photo exhibition, See the Unseen. This exhibition focuses on showcasing the often-overlooked elements of culture and community that shape the world around us.Student submissions will be assessed by a panel of judges, and prizes will be awarded to first- and second-place student entries in three different themes.Maverick community members may submit one photo per category for consideration across any of the following categories:Intercultural Immersion: Captures moments where individuals are immersed in the culture of their host country (U.S. or abroad). Photos might showcase students engaging in everyday activities that reflect the unique aspects of the host country's culture, or participating in local events, traditions, or festivals. Photos may also capture a moment or scene, which creates a culturally immersive or -reflective experience for the viewer.Culture & Landscapes: Highlight the natural beauty and landscapes of host country locations (U.S. or abroad). Participants can submit photographs of landscapes, environments, iconic landmarks, scenic vistas, or natural wonders that play a significant role in shaping the host culture. Examples include images of geographic formations tied to cultural myths, or landscapes which impact the current economic and cultural circumstances of a host community.Cultural Crossings: Photos that capture the interactions and connections between people from different cultures OR photos which illustrate the ways that cross-cultural trade and culture exchange impacts daily life in the host culture. Photos might include moments of cross-cultural friendship and collaboration between people, or scenes which represent an example of the mixing point of multiple cultures in the environment or in an object in the host country (U.S. or abroad).We welcome Mavericks of any and all US- and international experiences to participate - photos from your travel to visit family, study abroad, volunteer, or sightsee in a country different from your own are equally welcome.Submissions will be accepted through October 31! Submit your entry atgo.uta.edu/iewphotoEmail globalengagement@uta.edu for accommodations and questions.

Dance and public performance are two elements of human society that span across all cultures and peoples of the globe. This system of cultural expression often consists of detailed choreography and elaborate costumes, uniting our communities through shared connections and ritual presentation.For Latin America, dance is interwoven throughout the tapestry of their historical traditions. Beginning with the indigenous cultures of the Aztec, Inca, Maya, and Olmec, their celebratory carnivals and festivals evolved under the influence of European and African dance traditions to incorporate not only celebrational experiences but also used for expressions of faith, mourning, and even resistance.On view for the fall 2025 semester are a series of vibrantly painted and intricately decorated masks and dance costumes from Bolivia, Guatemala, and Mexico. They represent Latin America’s wide breadth of historical dance and parade traditions, ranging from the Bailé de los Animales to the annual Carnaval.Please join us throughout the semester to celebrate these works and their expressions of beauty, creativity, and connection through dance.It will be open Monday, September 8 – Thursday, November 20; 9am – 5pm. Visual Resource Collections and Gallery, Ste. 2109, Fine Arts Building, 2nd floor.

Join us in marking 10 years as the College of Architecture, Planning & Public Affairs (CAPPA) at UTA—a decade of growth, collaboration, and resilience.We’re kicking off with a special summit featuring a Vision North Texas leadership panel, a networking luncheon, and inspiring community engagement workshops.Let’s honor our journey and look ahead together.Please add this event to your calendar ASAP and get on the list as space will be limited.

Curated by Jorge Baldor, historian, art collector, and founder of the Latino Arts Project, this densely layered exhibition centers on the centuries-long journey of the Gullah-Muscogo people and their culture - from West Africa to the eventual founding of the town of Nacimiento de los Negros, Mexico.Part art exhibition, part archival display, Baldor has paired artists working in diverse media with historical documents, maps and artifacts to tell "a story of resilience, culture and freedom."The exhibition also includes a selection of oil pastel on paper sketches by renowned contemporary artist Sedrick Huckaby who visited Mexico over a four-month period in 2023 to work on this portrait series of the present-day people of Nacimiento that depicts a community deeply connected to their history.

Please join the Center for Theory for a colloquium on October 20 at 12 p.m. in 432 University Hall. Dr. Kelly Bergstrand, Associate Professor of Sociology, and Andrea Jenkins, Educational Leadership & Policy Studies PhD student, will present their paper “Environmental Acts and Religious Consequences.”Abstract: How do people view environmental acts in the context of religious and moral frameworks? In this presentation, Bergstrand and Jenkins draw on interview data with religious individuals to explore themes related to religion, morality, and the environment. Their findings highlight the importance of intent behind environmental acts in moral judgments as well as potential personal and religious rewards from positive environmental acts.

Invited guest speaker, Jeremy Forsberg, associate vice president for research, will discuss the Principal Investigators (PI) responsibilities at the University of Texas at Arlington for conducting research. Also, he will cover faculty disclosure and reporting requirements of UT Arlington, concerns of foreign influence and disclosures necessary to federal agencies.This workshop is open to any UTA faculty, staff or students interested in PI Responsibilities at UTA. Lunch will be provided for in-person attendees. Please complete the RSVP form by Wednesday October 8, for additional meeting information and to be included in the lunch order. Contact elissa.williams@uta.edu, if you need accommodations.Join us from 12-1 p.m. on Friday, October 10, online or in person at Trinity Hall, Room 104.