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 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.

Solace in PaintingReflecting on a Tumultuous CenturyExhibition: February 3 – March 29, 2025Gallery Talk by Dr. Yukio Lippit: Thursday, February 6, 4 – 5 pmReception: Friday, February 7, 5:30 – 7:30 pmThe Gallery at UTA is pleased to present an exhibition that explores how we raise awareness about and characterize the artwork of conflicted artists of the Asian diaspora who never produced overt “conflict art.” This traveling exhibition features three little-researched diasporic painters — Chao Shao-an (1905-1998), Keisho Okayama (1934-2018), and Ann Phong (1957-) — brought together through their unusual approaches to painting shared experiences of conflict in Asia.See the website created by exhibition curator, Dr. Fletcher Coleman - www.solaceinpainting - for more information on the exhibition, artists, and associated events.

Don't miss out on the doubleheader action as your Mavericks face off against ACU! The first pitch is set at noon with game 2 starting 30 minutes after the conclusion of game 1.

Colin Odum, a student at UTA, will take the stage to share their passion for music with the audience. This recital promises a delightful experience of beautiful melodies and impressive musical talent.This performance is free and open to the public. It takes place in Irons Recital Hall, FA105, located in the South Section of the Fine Arts Building.The doors will open approximately 30 minutes before the performance time.Please be aware that no food or drink, aside from bottled water, is allowed in the recital hall.Parking is available in the West Campus Garage, and ADA parking is available at the meters on Nedderman Drive in front of Texas Hall. Visit our parking page for more information.

Olivia O'Brien, a student at UTA, will take the stage to share their passion for music with the audience. This recital promises a delightful experience of beautiful melodies and impressive musical talent.This performance is free and open to the public. It takes place in Irons Recital Hall, FA105, located in the South Section of the Fine Arts Building.The doors will open approximately 30 minutes before the performance time.Please be aware that no food or drink, aside from bottled water, is allowed in the recital hall.Parking is available in the West Campus Garage, and ADA parking is available at the meters on Nedderman Drive in front of Texas Hall. Visit our parking page for more information.