UT Dallas News Center is an official news voice of The University of Texas at Dallas. http://www.utdallas.edu/news/ http://www.utdallas.edu/news/2013/5/23-23921_Not-Easy-Being-Green-UT-Dallas-Efforts-Honored_article.html?WT.mc_id=NewsRSS UT Dallas has been named again as one of the greenest universities in The Princeton Review's Guide to 322 Green Colleges: 2013 Edition. The guide profiles 322 institutions of higher education that show a strong commitment to sustainability initiatives. UT Dallas was recognized for engaging students, faculty and staff in developing sustainable practices. ]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 05:00:00 -0500 http://www.utdallas.edu/news/2013/5/22-23821_Hoodings-Honor-9-Doctoral-Graduates-Mentored-by-Sa_article-wide.html?WT.mc_id=NewsRSS Even in an academic career spanning more than five decades, there still is room for a few firsts. For UT Dallas professor Dr. Brian J.L. Berry, the unprecedented feat took shape this spring when nine of his doctoral candidates completed their PhDs. Dr. Berry, the Lloyd Viel Berkner Regental Professor in the School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences, took the stage in Clark Center last week to recognize his nine students' academic achievements and presented them with their doctoral hoods. ]]> Wed, 22 May 2013 05:00:00 -0500 http://www.utdallas.edu/news/2013/5/22-23871_Family-of-Scholars-Finds-an-Academic-Home-at-UT-Da_article-wide.html?WT.mc_id=NewsRSS Rubia da Rocha Valente graduated this year with a PhD in public policy and political economy, but she wasn't the only person in her family receiving a degree from UT Dallas. Rubia's youngest sister, Sarah, finished her master's degree in the humanities this semester, majoring in studies in literature and concentrating in translation and Holocaust studies. "This is very exciting for our family, we have really found a home at UT Dallas - it's a place we have shared together," said Rubia. ]]> Wed, 22 May 2013 05:00:00 -0500 http://www.utdallas.edu/news/2013/5/20-23811_Conference-to-Conclude-Heart-of-Medicine-Lecture-S_article-wide.html?WT.mc_id=NewsRSS The Center for Values in Medicine, Science, and Technology will host a three-day conference on May 22-24, which will conclude its 2013 lecture series, "The Heart of Medicine." The conference will delve into the world of ethics, morals, and medicine with presentations, discussions, panels and workshops. ]]> Mon, 20 May 2013 05:00:00 -0500 http://www.utdallas.edu/news/2013/5/17-23771_Gala-Emphasizes-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclus_article-wide.html?WT.mc_id=NewsRSS Olympic swimmer and cancer survivor Eric Shanteau held his gold medal up, urging the audience to become champions in their own right - to become champions of diversity. Shanteau was speaking as master of ceremonies for the Office of Diversity and Community Engagement's 4th annual Diversity Awards Gala, which honors students, staff, faculty and community members for their commitment to diversity and inclusion. ]]> Fri, 17 May 2013 05:00:00 -0500 http://www.utdallas.edu/news/2013/5/15-23781_Dr-Andrew-Blanchard-Named-Dean-of-Undergraduate-Ed_article-wide.html?WT.mc_id=NewsRSS Veteran UT Dallas professor and administrator Dr. Andrew Blanchard has been named the University's next dean of Undergraduate Education. Blanchard, who joined the UT Dallas faculty in 2001, has served in a succession of key University positions. He currently serves as vice president for Information Resources, following five years of service as vice provost. . ]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 05:00:00 -0500 http://www.utdallas.edu/news/2013/5/10-23581_UT-Dallas-Enlarges-Comet-Cab-Fleet-With-2-Solar-Po_article-wide.html?WT.mc_id=NewsRSS UT Dallas has added two new solar-powered Comet Cabs to its fleet. The all-electric, enclosed cabs are air-conditioned and can accommodate 14 passengers on their journeys across campus. This makes a total of six Comet Cabs that have been added by the University since November 2011. ]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 05:00:00 -0500 http://www.utdallas.edu/news/2013/5/10-23601_Conference-Brings-Together-Communication-Experts_article-wide.html?WT.mc_id=NewsRSS The need for communication courses in higher education and how to improve them were the focus of a recent UT Dallas conference that drew more than 50 representatives from universities, community colleges and high schools recently. "Although the rapid pace of modern life and the explosion of new communication technology have contributed to a decline in interpersonal skills, this conference illustrated that students still need to be taught the 'basics' to be successful in their social and professional lives," said Dr. Shelley D. Lane, associate dean for undergraduate studies in the School of Arts and Humanities at UT Dallas. ]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 05:00:00 -0500 http://www.utdallas.edu/news/2013/5/10-23651_UT-Dallas-Building-to-be-Named-for-Philanthropist-_article-wide.html?WT.mc_id=NewsRSS The new Arts and Technology (ATEC) building under construction at The University of Texas at Dallas will bear the name of one of Texas' most generous philanthropists in honor of her long-standing dedication to higher education, scientific research and the arts. The Edith O'Donnell Arts and Technology Building is a 155,000-square-foot facility at UT Dallas that will house programs in visual arts, emerging media technology and multimedia communications, as well as a 1,200-seat lecture hall. ]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 05:00:00 -0500 http://www.utdallas.edu/news/2013/5/8-23621_Former-UT-Dallas-Police-Chief-JW-Golden-Mourned_article.html?WT.mc_id=NewsRSS J.W. Golden, UT Dallas' first chief of police who served from 1974 to 1997, passed away May 4 in Richardson. During his 23-year tenure, Golden built the UT Dallas Police Department into a staff of 13 commissioned officers and 19 security guards, three dispatchers, a secretary and four clerks. ]]> Wed, 08 May 2013 05:00:00 -0500 http://www.utdallas.edu/news/2013/5/7-23481_Summit-Focuses-on-Internal-Auditors-Role-in-Battli_article-wide.html?WT.mc_id=NewsRSS The onslaught of security breaches has companies increasingly relying on a group of professionals not typically known for their roles in preventing cyberattacks: internal auditors. Businesses have a growing need for internal auditors who can size up their data security policies and potential risks, said speakers at the recent UT Dallas Naveen Jindal School of Management's 8th Annual Fraud Summit. ]]> Tue, 07 May 2013 05:00:00 -0500 http://www.utdallas.edu/news/2013/5/7-23571_Campus-Community-Reminded-of-Emergency-Information_article-wide.html?WT.mc_id=NewsRSS UT Dallas is distributing door hangers and magnets across campus with information to help faculty, staff and students stay connected in an emergency, when traditional communications systems can be overwhelmed. The hang tags, which provide links to alternative communication channels, will be distributed to the campus community in offices, departments, classrooms, labs, meeting spaces, residence halls and apartment complexes. ]]> Tue, 07 May 2013 05:00:00 -0500 http://www.utdallas.edu/news/2013/5/1-23471_Spring-Arts-Festival-to-Showcase-Music-Artwork_article.html?WT.mc_id=NewsRSS Featuring the work of more than 600 students from more than 40 courses, the School of Arts and Humanities at UT Dallas kicks off The Spring Arts Festival this week. The Festival, which runs until May 11, invites the public to campus for classical music, jazz, dance, guitar, piano and vocal performances, as well as an art exhibition and reception. ]]> Wed, 01 May 2013 05:00:00 -0500 http://www.utdallas.edu/news/2013/4/24-23371_Events-Include-Guitar-Duo-Dance-Talk-on-Chinas-Cha_article-wide.html?WT.mc_id=NewsRSS A talk from a visiting scholar about the developing trends in Chinese media will kick off a week of events that also includes a musical concert and dance performance. On Wednesday, April 24 at 7:30 p.m., the School of Arts and Humanities and the Confucius Institute at UT Dallas will present a public lecture, "The Changing Landscape of Chinese Media and Communication," in conjunction with the Confucius Institute's Distinguished Lecture Series. ]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2013 05:00:00 -0500 http://www.utdallas.edu/news/2013/4/22-23291_New-GPS-System-Helps-Riders-Track-Bus-Locations-Fr_article-wide.html?WT.mc_id=NewsRSS Comet Cruiser bus riders can now use a web-based GPS system to track the locations of campus buses. The new service is the latest technology provided onboard, adding to free Wi-Fi, scrolling messages and multiple security cameras. ]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 05:00:00 -0500