- Location500 South Center St, Arlington, TX
- DescriptionJoin the UTA Observatory and look through 16-inch and 11-inch telescopes, or bring a telescope or camera to observe the moon. The Observatory is located on the fifth floor of the Park Central Garage at 500 South Center Street.
- Websitehttps://events.uta.edu/event/observing_day
- CategoriesScience & Technology
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- Apr 8All dayEclipsed HumanityThe School of Social Work is thrilled to embark on a special campaign, illuminating the profound significance of social work during the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8.The community is invited to join in on capturing the transformative power of the human experience by submitting photos that celebrate compassion, resilience, and the impactful journey of those in need.Submit an image depicting the story of the often-hidden human experience – an image shining a light on marginalized populations. Elevate the voices of those often not heard or misunderstood.Together, let's shine a light on the positive change social work brings to our world. Your contributions will not only capture moments but inspire a brighter future for all.Photos will be on display in the School of Social Work and SMART Hospital building’s Community Commons area for two weeks.
- Apr 89:00 AM"A Total Eclipse of the Heart: How Solar Eclipses struck fear and wonder in the hearts of people for thousands of years"Join the UTA History Department and UTA Libraries Special Collections at 10:30 AM Monday, April 8th for a special presentation titled, "A Total Eclipse of the Heart: How Solar Eclipses struck fear and wonder in the hearts of people for thousands of years," by Dr. Clifford Cunningham.Dr. Clifford Cunningham is a Research Fellow at the University of Southern Queensland (Australia). He is Editor of the Historical and Cultural Astronomy book series published by Springer; Associate Editor of the Journal of Astronomical History & Heritage; and Managing Editor of the online newspaper Sun News Austin. Since 1988, he has written or edited 15 books, including seven asteroid books. Asteroid (4276) Clifford is named in his honor.Other programming includes:9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Theoria Eclipsium: Curiosity, Captivation, Connection, an exhibition featuring over 500 years of Eclipse History! 9-10:30 a.m.: Student poster presentationsThere will be eclipse glasses and giveaway items available while supplies last.
- Apr 89:00 AMSpecial Collections Pre-Eclipse CelebrationJoin UTA Libraries from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Monday, April 8 on the sixth Floor of Central Library for a pre-celebration of the total solar eclipse!Events include:Theoria Eclipsium: Curiosity, Captivation, Connection, an exhibition featuring over 500 years of eclipse history from Special CollectionsOpen 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Student poster presentations9 -10:30 a.m.UTA History Department presents: "Total Eclipse of the Heart: How Solar Eclipses struck fear and wonder into the hearts of people for thousands of years," a special presentation by Dr. Clifford J. Cunningham10:30-11:30 a.m.Eclipse glasses and other giveaway items will be available at the event while supplies last.
- Apr 89:00 AMTheoria Eclipsium: Curiosity, Captivation, ConnectionUTA Libraries Special Collections is proud to present Theoria Eclipsium: Curiosity, Captivation, Connection, an exhibition featuring over 500 years of Eclipse History!The exhibition features maps, rare books, and photographs from Special Collections and shows that regardless of time period or scientific knowledge, eclipses bring us together! This exhibition was produced in collaboration with students in Dr. Kim Breuer's Medieval Science and Technology class.Opening on Tuesday, March 26, the exhibit will be open Tuesdays through Saturdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m., inside UTA Libraries Special Collections, on the sixth floor of Central Library.Eclipse glasses and other giveaway items will be available for viewers of the exhibit, while supplies last.
- Apr 810:00 AMGuyn Hur: Visiting Artist LectureGyun Hur is an interdisciplinary artist and educator whose lived experience as a first-generation immigrant largely informs her creative practice and pedagogical approach.Born in Daegu, South Korea, she moved to the U.S. state of Georgia at the age of 13. She currently lives in New York and teaches at the Parsons School of Design, The New School. Her works have been featured in publications including Art in America, Art Papers, Sculpture magazine, Hyperallergic, Cultured magazine, The Cut, and ArtAsiaPacific, among others. Her interest in art-making in public space has led to presentations at the TEDxCentennialWomen; the international street art conference Living Walls, The City Speaks; the Atlanta Contemporary Art Center; The Hong Kong Polytechnic University; The New School, and many others. Hur has contributed to fLoromancy, The Brooklyn Rail, and The Forgetory. During her visit at UTA, Gyun Hur will collaborate with the printmaking and glass area faculty and students to produce a new experimental work and performative gestures.The Visiting Artist Program is ran by the Department of Art & Art History and provides students direct access to leading experts in their fields. Every semester, in addition to public lectures, visiting artists engage with students through studio critiques and conduct workshops in collaboration with the UTA faculty.Click the following link to view the broadcast of Gyun Hur's lecture: https://youtube.com/live/X0YTA9Ecu_Q?feature=share
- Apr 810:00 AMUTA Athletics Home Events April 8-14MondayWomen's Tennis vs. Seattle University at 10 a.m.Free Whataburger and eclipse viewingTuesdaySoftball vs. Stephen F. Austin at 4/6:30 p.m.FridayMen's tennis vs. University of Texas Rio Grande Valley at 2 p.m.Softball vs. Utah Valley at 4/6:30 p.m.UTA Bucket Hat GiveawayBaseball vs. Grand Canyon University at 6 p.m.SaturdaySoftball vs. Utah Valley at 12 p.m.Alumni DayBaseball vs. Grand Canyon University at 2 p.m.SundayBaseball vs. Grand Canyon University at 12 p.m.