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Baseball season ends in late-night semifinal loss to Utah Valley University

By Isaac Appelt, The Shorthorn campus editor

The Mavericks won three consecutive games to advance to the semifinals before losing 16-0. Their season ends with an even record of 29 wins and 29 losses. Read moreBaseball season ends in late-night semifinal loss to Utah Valley University

Photos: Dallas Wings defeat Atlanta Dream during season opener

Photos by Ronaldo Bolanos, The Shorthorn staff

The Dallas Wings won their first regular season game against Atlanta Dream, 85-78. This marked new head coach Latricia Trammell's first win as a WNBA head coach. Read morePhotos: Dallas Wings defeat Atlanta Dream during season opener

Meet The Shorthorn's summer 2023 editor team

By Mandy Huynh, The Shorthorn editor-in-chief

In summer 2023, The Shorthorn is looking to have about 20 staff members, and eight of them are editors. This article is a part of Meet The Shorthorn, a series explaining our processes and providing clarity for our readers. Read moreMeet The Shorthorn's summer 2023 editor team

Billionaire alumnus donates $12 million to fund resource and energy engineering field at UTA

By Dang Le, The Shorthorn staff

The philanthropic investment, which is the largest in the university’s history, came from alumnus Kelcy Warren, the executive chairman and chairman of the Board of Directors of Energy Transfer LP. It will fund scholarships, endowed programs, laboratory space and a career experience center for engineering students. Read moreBillionaire alumnus donates $12 million to fund resource and energy engineering field at UTA

Arlington City Council delays decision on new student housing, works on updating the city’s mural codes

By Mandy Huynh, The Shorthorn editor-in-chief

Council members brought up concerns about the lack of underground utilities and spacing issues for the student housing project on Center Street. During its afternoon work session, progress was made on amending mural codes but action is still pending. Read moreArlington City Council delays decision on new student housing, works on updating the city’s mural codes

Men's tennis season ends in defeat against Texas Christian University

By Isaac Appelt and Dang Le, The Shorthorn sports editor and staff

The Mavericks lost 4-0, marking their 21st consecutive loss to TCU. The tournament appearance was UTA's first in the current NCAA Tournament season. Read moreMen's tennis season ends in defeat against Texas Christian University

UTA names new Vice President of Student Affairs

By Mandy Huynh, The Shorthorn managing editor

Lowell Davis, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, will become the new Vice President of Student affairs July 10. Read moreUTA names new Vice President of Student Affairs

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Meet The Shorthorn's summer 2023 editor team

By Mandy Huynh, The Shorthorn editor-in-chief
May 11, 2023

In summer 2023, The Shorthorn is looking to have about 20 staff members, and eight of them are editors. This article is a part of Meet The Shorthorn, a series explaini… Read moreMeet The Shorthorn's summer 2023 editor team

Billionaire alumnus donates $12 million to fund resource and energy engineering field at UTA

By Dang Le, The Shorthorn staff
May 10, 2023

The philanthropic investment, which is the largest in the university’s history, came from alumnus Kelcy Warren, the executive chairman and chairman of the Board of Di… Read moreBillionaire alumnus donates $12 million to fund resource and energy engineering field at UTA

Arlington City Council delays decision on new student housing, works on updating the city’s mural codes

By Mandy Huynh, The Shorthorn editor-in-chief
May 10, 2023

Council members brought up concerns about the lack of underground utilities and spacing issues for the student housing project on Center Street. During its afternoon w… Read moreArlington City Council delays decision on new student housing, works on updating the city’s mural codes

UTA names new Vice President of Student Affairs

By Mandy Huynh, The Shorthorn managing editor
May 4, 2023

Lowell Davis, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, will become the new Vice President of Student affairs July 10. Read moreUTA names new Vice President of Student Affairs

President Jennifer Cowley reflects on her first full year at UTA

By Dang Le, The Shorthorn editor-in-chief
May 1, 2023

As the spring semester comes to an end, The Shorthorn editor-in-chief discusses with the university president what has been accomplished and learned so far in her time… Read morePresident Jennifer Cowley reflects on her first full year at UTA

A glance at the candidates, issues and funding of Arlington’s election

By Juan Salinas II, The Shorthorn staff
May 1, 2023

Arlington mayor, city council positions and a nearly $278 million bond program are on the ballot for May 6. The election campaigns have blurred party lines. Read moreA glance at the candidates, issues and funding of Arlington’s election

Assault, criminal trespass and credit card abuse in this week's crime log

By Pedro Malkomes, The Shorthorn staff
May 1, 2023

Also, theft of a bicycle and two cases of harassment were reported. Read moreAssault, criminal trespass and credit card abuse in this week's crime log

Investigation shows former vice president for Student Affairs solicited gifts during contract negotiations

By Dang Le, The Shorthorn editor-in-chief
Apr 30, 2023

Lisa Nagy, who departed from the university Nov. 18, had repeatedly received favors from Globe Life Field while UTA was signing a $1.3 million contract to hold fall 20… Read moreInvestigation shows former vice president for Student Affairs solicited gifts during contract negotiations

Warmer weather and low rain chances predicted this week

By Sam Salabit, The Shorthorn staff
Apr 30, 2023

As the semester comes to an end, temperatures are predicted to begin in the mid 70s and rise to the low 90s by Friday with chances of showers and thunderstorms Thursda… Read moreWarmer weather and low rain chances predicted this week

Key issues making headway in the Texas Legislature

By Drew Shaw, The Shorthorn news editor
Apr 27, 2023

Since Texas lawmakers met Jan. 10 for the 88th Legislative Session, they’ve discussed and debated new policies about issues including school libraries, the state budge… Read moreKey issues making headway in the Texas Legislature

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Video: Students volunteer at The Big Event

Apr 23, 2023

The event, which attracts multiple student organizations, was one of many to celebrate Earth Week on campus.