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UTA West one step closer to 2028 opening as officials break ground on site near Aledo

Despite gray clouds and strong winds, UT Arlington broke ground on its new West campus in Fort Worth.

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UTA Selects HKS, Hensel Phelps to Lead Design and Construction of UTA West Campus

The University of Texas at Arlington on Friday announced that architecture firm HKS will design the first facility of UTA West and that Hensel Phelps will serve as the general contractor.

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UT Arlington breaking ground on its West campus

UT Arlington’s West Campus, set at I-30 and I-20 in Fort Worth, is expected to generate over $200 million in economic impact, said VP John Hall.

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Storefront Ribbon Cutting and Open House

July 24, 2025

Mavericks gathered to celebrate the opening of the UTA West storefront dedicated to serving Parker County and beyond. The new storefront will serve as a hub for community engagement, providing prospective students and families access to admissions, advising, financial aid and other essential services as construction of the UTA West campus begins.

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Parker County Peach Festival

July 12, 2025

UTA West sponsored and held a booth at the peachiest event in downtown Weatherford. UTA faculty and staff members volunteered to represent UTA and engage with the community.

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Groundbreaking

April 3, 2025

During a ceremonial event that marked a major step in the University’s expansion, UT Arlington broke ground on UTA West, its new highly anticipated campus.

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Presentation to the chamber

November 13, 2024

At the Parker County Chamber of Commerce meeting, John Hall, vice president of administration and economic development, and Jeff Jeter, vice president of government relations shared insights about UTA West including key facilities, innovative learning spaces, and community impact.

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Reception

October 22, 2024

UTA hosted a Discover UTA West reception for alumni and friends at the Ashton Depot in Fort Worth so that UTA community members could learn all the latest about UTA West.