The Maverick Factor

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Another maverick with a great story is Courtney, a sophomore from Balch Springs, Texas, majoring in interdisciplinary studies. Courtney is Terry scholar, which is a scholarship program for students who demonstrate leadership, academic achievement, and financial need. Each year, UTA offers more than $500 million in financial aid and scholarships to help students achieve their academic dreams. Take it away, Courtney. ♪ Huh huh huh huh ♪ ♪ Huh huh huh huh ♪

– Thanks Alex, and hello everyone. Like any other graduating senior from high school, I was concerned about the college life, how I would afford to attend, could I find my people and would I be accepted? Then I received a full ride scholarship to UTA through the Terry Foundation, which opened the doors to my success and a meaningful freshman experience. The Terry Foundation is the largest scholarship provider in the state of Texas, impacting over 500,000 scholars and their families since 1987. The key tenets of the foundation are leadership and service. We make it our priority to give back. Through the annual UTA Terry Toy Drive, I helped raise nearly $2,600 for 1500 impoverished children in the Arlington community. It was moments like these that brought meaning to my freshman year, and the friendships that I made through the foundation are something that I will always cherish. Coming to UTA has been a great decision for me. My professors showed that they are invested in my professional and personal development and gives me assurance that I belong here, which makes me feel seen and welcomed. Now let’s talk about food. I love, love, love to eat, and here at UTA, our dining services are inclusive to all. One of my favorite spots to eat at is the Connection Cafe in the University Center where one of our chefs hosts a teaching kitchen where students can build their own entree and learn about the history behind the dish they are making. Now to burn off extra calories, I go to the Maverick Activity Center, which has everything from 90 plus pieces of cardio equipment, four circuit training units, and a free weight area all the way to a 25 yard indoor pool, and much more. A typical day in the Mac with me starts with cardio, then weightlifting. You know, a brother has to stay strong. I know that I am in great hands and will achieve great things at UTA, and I can’t wait to explore everything else UTA has to offer. That’s it for me. Take it away, Alex. Oh, and let me know if you wanna grab some tacos afterwards. I’m always down the eat.

– Great story Courtney, future mavericks. Make sure to look into the Blaze Forward program, which covers the full cost of your tuition and course fees for students who meet all eligibility requirements, including if your family yearly income is less than $85,000. Blaze Forward is making college more affordable for more than 4,000 UTA students each year. Unbelievable. Thanks again, Courtney.