UTA In The News — Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Nursing
News coverage of how UTA is preparing students to fill the state's nursing shortage continues with segments on NBC 23 and CBS 4, both of which serve the Rio Grande Valley area.
Students
Several UTA student researchers recently showcased their work at professional conferences, thanks to support from UTA’s Office of Undergraduate Research, which helps students participate in hands-on learning experiences. ScienMag.com covered the story.
Grants
Dr. Cara Boutte, an associate professor in the Department of Biology, recently received an REP grant to study how certain bacteria grow by examining how they build their cell walls, an effort that could lead to the development of more effective antibiotics. The Microbiologist covered the story.
World Cup
UTA, alongside other local entities, is hosting a community cleanup around Lake Arlington in an effort to beautify the area ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The City of Fort Worth posted the news.
Students
Mirabel Lynch, the Arlington High School 2025 class valedictorian, was featured in a Arlington ISD news story. Lynch will attend UTA this fall.
Expert Interviews
Sriram Villupuram, an associate professor in the Department of Finance and Real Estate, spoke with the Fort Worth Report about the economic boost higher education institutions are bringing to in Fort Worth.