Living at UTA
Segment #13 from The University of Texas at Arlington
Transcript
It attracts students from across the globe with students representing more than 60 countries. Absolutely amazing. Seyi is a senior education major and future teacher from the Big D, Dallas, Texas located just 30 miles down the road. And she says she found her footing by living on campus and getting involved in her residence hall, making lifelong friends and important connections. Tell us what it’s like to live on campus here at UTA. Take it away Seyi.
– Thank you Alex, hi everyone. Right after going to community college for two years, I began looking for a university to transfer to and UTA was at the top of that list. I quickly learned that living on campus is a great way to make lifelong friendships. With easy access to more than 800 on-campus events, you are never too far away from a fun time and making meaningful connections. I knew I wanted to live on campus, but I was unsure of where. Did I want a traditional residence hall or apartment style housing. After going on one of the housing tours that are offered, I decided to pick Kalpana Chawla Hall. It was a great decision for me. I joined the Hall council as a residence hall advisory board representative. I helped plan a huge campus event called the Block Party, and I participated in the bed races tradition with other members of the Hall council. I also made a lot of friends from living on campus. There are so many ways to make great connections when you live on campus. It also gives you access to 24/7 support, whether academic or not, which helps you succeed and be part of the 90% of students who stay on track to graduate. At your walkable to downtown Arlington with its many restaurants, live music, theme parks and sporting events, including the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers. Want to live somewhere with a pool, hammocks, massage chairs, or community kitchens, then UTA Housing has the options for you. And guess what? First-year students get priority for housing. I’m so grateful for the opportunities I was able to get by living on campus. That’s my maverick story. Back to you, Alex.
– I’ve gotta admit Seyi, the bed races sounds so much fun and with downtown Arlington just blocks away and the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers just a couple miles up the road, UTA is in the middle of all the action. Thanks again for sharing your story.