UTSA provides April 20 digest of remote-operations news and tips

APRIL 20, 2020 — UTSA is responding to the COVID-19 outbreak with a commitment to supporting the safety of the university community while enabling the academic progress of students. Here is your digest of university news and tips.

VIRTUAL EVENTS

IT’S AWARDS WEEK: Get ready to honor faculty, staff and students who are being recognized for contributions to other Roadrunners and the university community.

University Excellence Awards: A celebration of achievements and dedication of university employees. Tuesday, April 21, 4–5 p.m.
Who’s Who Awards: Celebrate and honor the 2020 Who’s Who at UTSA winners. Two hundred freshmen through doctoral students will be recognized at the 17th annual ceremony. Wednesday, April 22, 4–5 p.m.
University Life Awards: UTSA’s oldest tradition recognizes efforts of students, organizations, faculty and staff for contributions to the quality of student life. Coordinated by Student Government Association and Council of Student Organizations. Hosted by Mr. & Ms. UTSA Cambriege Wesley and Karla Madrigal. Thursday, April 23, 4–5 p.m.

MAKE SUMMER A SUCCESS: Academic Innovation’s series of webinars for instructors continues this week with resources and best practices for quality online teaching. Each webinar is open to anyone who supports student learning, including teaching assistants, graduate assistants and academic support staff. If you miss a live broadcast, they’re saved for later viewing. You can also explore the Remote Teaching Resources page for additional guidance.

Design Your Course: Course Blueprint and Time Management. Tuesday, April 21, 8:15 a.m.
College Q&A Webinar. Thursday, April 23, 8:15 a.m.

IN THE KNOW: Stay on top of Training, Webinars and Town Halls and watch previous broadcasts by UTSA experts. This week’s virtual town hall meeting takes a look at prospects for financial recovery of our region.

The Pandemic’s Economic Impact on San Antonio: Part of the Community Conversations Series, this event will give particular focus to San Antonio’s recovery and implications for our city’s future. Q&A session with panel experts will be included. Wednesday, April 22, noon–1 p.m..

HEALTH

YOU CAN KEEP ACTIVE: Campus Rec’s virtual group exercise classes let you join your favorite instructors on Zoom as they deliver the workout directly to your living room. No equipment required. Arrive promptly to reserve your spot. For a full list of classes and Zoom meeting codes, visit Stay Well with Campus Rec.

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Events

Thursday, May 15, 6:00 p.m.

Doctoral Conferral Ceremony

Join the doctoral candidates for the Doctoral Conferreal Ceremony and celebrate their accomplishments.

Arts Building Recital Hall, Main Campus

Sunday, May 18, 10:00 a.m.

UTSA Commencement Ceremony One

Celebrate the graduates from the Carlos Alvarez College of Business, College of Education and Human Development, Margie and Bill Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design and University College.

Alamodome

Sunday, May 18, 5:30 p.m.

UTSA Commencement Ceremony Two

Celebrate the graduates from the College for Health, Community and Policy, College of Liberal and Fine Arts and College of Sciences.

Alamodome

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UTSA’s Mission

The University of Texas at San Antonio is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service. As an institution of access and excellence, UTSA embraces multicultural traditions and serves as a center for intellectual and creative resources as well as a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property - for Texas, the nation and the world.

UTSA’s Vision

To be a premier public research university, providing access to educational excellence and preparing citizen leaders for the global environment.

UTSA’s Core Values

We encourage an environment of dialogue and discovery, where integrity, excellence, respect, collaboration and innovation are fostered.