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UTSA provides May 8 digest of remote-operations news and tips

UTSA provides May 8 digest of remote-operations news and tips

MAY 8, 2020 — UTSA is committed to supporting the university community during remote learning and operations. Here is your latest digest of university news and tips. 


“WE’RE ALL WALKING ALONGSIDE YOU”

Our faculty from across the university are sending a message to students as they gear up for finals week to remind them to stay Roadrunner Strong. It’s truly a tough time across the globe, but hope—and support for each other—is something we all can share. And we wanted to share their words of support with all of you as well.


VIRTUAL EVENTS


SUCCEED THIS SUMMER: Academic Innovation’s series of webinars for instructors continues next 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.

Create Your Content with Active Learning in Mind
Tue, May 12, 8:15 a.m.
 Introduction to Panopto, an Active Learning Tool
Wed, May 13, 9 a.m.
 Best Practices & Advanced Features in Panopto
Wed, May 13, 3 p.m.
 College Q&A Webinar
Thu, May 14, 8:15 a.m.

ACCESS SOLUTIONS: Check out Living Well Webinars from UT System coming next week. All UTSA employees, retirees, spouses and dependents age 18 and above who are covered by the UT SELECT Medical Plan are eligible to participate.

  • Tech Neck: Technology has improved our lives in many ways. Unfortunately, it could be to the detriment of our necks. Learn about the common conditions caused by repetitive neck stress and valuable tips to prevent the onset of pain. Registration required to receive Zoom info. Thursday, May 14, noon.

COMMUNITY NEWS


COVID-19 HUMAN RESOURCES UPDATE: To support your health and well-being, the Human Resources COVID-19 Updates site provides you with relevant information, resources and support. A FAQ section now includes information related to UT Flex flexible spending accounts and UT group insurance benefits elections. You can also find details on the federal Families First Act, Emergency FMLA, and extended training, professional development and employee engagement opportunities. 

PASS/FAIL DEADLINE REMINDER: We’ve reminded students that the opt-in deadline is today at 5 p.m. for the credit/no-credit “pass/fail” option for spring classes. If they do not opt in, they will receive the traditional letter grade earned. The FAQ: Spring 2020 Credit/No Credit Options has more information.



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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.

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UTSA’s Core Values

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UTSA’S Destinations

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Our Commitment to Inclusivity

The University of Texas at San Antonio, a Hispanic Serving Institution situated in a global city that has been a crossroads of peoples and cultures for centuries, values diversity and inclusion in all aspects of university life. As an institution expressly founded to advance the education of Mexican Americans and other underserved communities, our university is committed to promoting access for all. UTSA, a premier public research university, fosters academic excellence through a community of dialogue, discovery and innovation that embraces the uniqueness of each voice.