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SUMMARY:Beware of Predatory Publishers
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever received an email invitation to publish in a journal you have never heard of with promises of lightning-fast peer-review and publication times? Or\, have you ever found yourself listed on an editorial board that you have no recollection of joining? If so\, you’ve probably heard of predatory publishing. During this workshop\, participants will discuss this pervasive problem in academic publishing and how to spot the red flags through real-life examples. \nRegister for this eventPresented By:Emily HaywardCoordinator\, Scholarly Communication & Research SupportProvides scholarly communication support to faculty\, students and staff at the Main and Downtown campuses. She is available for specialized research consultations and classes on topics such as management of copyright and intellectual property\, scholarly metrics\, author profiles\, publishing choices\, publishing agreements and compliance with funder mandates. \nORCiD ID – 0000-0001-8860-4383
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/beware-of-predatory-publishers-3/
CATEGORIES:Academic Innovation,Academy of Distinguished Teaching Scholars,College of Business,College of Education & Human Development,College of Engineering,College of Liberal and Fine Arts,College of Sciences,Community-Engaged Digital Scholarship Hub,Computer Science,Department of English,Department of History,Institutional Effectiveness,Learning Technologies,Mechanical Engineering,New Faculty Institute,Office of Digital Learning,Political Science & Geograhy,Research,UTSA Academic Affairs,UTSA Faculty Center,UTSA Knowledge Enterprise,UTSA Libraries,UTSA Office of Research Support,UTSA Research,UTSA Teaching and Learning Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T134432
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UID:11575-1761753600-1761759000@faculty.utsa.edu
SUMMARY:Computer Literacy for Python (Mac User)
DESCRIPTION:Fundamentals of macOS operating system for people interested in Python programming \nRegister for this eventPresented By:Diane LopezInformation Specialist Digital Humanities & User EngagementInformation Specialist for Digital Projects and subject librarian for the Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design. Support includes connecting students and faculty with resources such as standards\, codes\, and patent research\, as well as providing guidance on citation management\, statistical software\, GIS\, and data visualization tools.Javier RuedasInformation Specialist Digital Humanities & User EngagementInformation Specialist for Digital Projects and subject librarian for Modern Languages and Literatures\, Anthropology\, and Linguistics at UTSA Libraries. He supports the Community-Engaged Digital Scholarship Hub\, focusing on web development\, data storage\, and data retrieval. His work centers on planning and developing digital humanities projects\, with particular expertise in web interfaces and digital collection management systems.
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/computer-literacy-for-python-mac-user/
CATEGORIES:Academic Innovation,Academy of Distinguished Teaching Scholars,College of Business,College of Education & Human Development,College of Engineering,College of Liberal and Fine Arts,College of Sciences,Community-Engaged Digital Scholarship Hub,Computer Science,Department of English,Department of History,Faculty Senate,Faculty Success,Institutional Effectiveness,Learning Technologies,Mechanical Engineering,New Faculty Institute,Office of Digital Learning,Political Science & Geograhy,Research,UTSA Academic Affairs,UTSA Faculty Center,UTSA Knowledge Enterprise,UTSA Libraries,UTSA Office of Research Support,UTSA Office of the President,UTSA Research,UTSA Teaching and Learning Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T173000
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SUMMARY:Computer Literacy for Python (Windows Users) 
DESCRIPTION:Fundamentals of Windows operating system for people interested in Python programming. \nRegister for this eventPresented By:Javier RuedasInformation Specialist Digital Humanities & User EngagementInformation Specialist for Digital Projects and subject librarian for Modern Languages and Literatures\, Anthropology\, and Linguistics at UTSA Libraries. He supports the Community-Engaged Digital Scholarship Hub\, focusing on web development\, data storage\, and data retrieval. His work centers on planning and developing digital humanities projects\, with particular expertise in web interfaces and digital collection management systems.Diane LopezInformation Specialist Digital Humanities & User EngagementInformation Specialist for Digital Projects and subject librarian for the Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design. Support includes connecting students and faculty with resources such as standards\, codes\, and patent research\, as well as providing guidance on citation management\, statistical software\, GIS\, and data visualization tools.
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/computer-literacy-for-python-windows-users/
CATEGORIES:Academic Innovation,Academy of Distinguished Teaching Scholars,College of Business,College of Education & Human Development,College of Engineering,College of Liberal and Fine Arts,College of Sciences,Community-Engaged Digital Scholarship Hub,Computer Science,Department of English,Department of History,Faculty Senate,Faculty Success,Honors College,Institutional Effectiveness,Learning Technologies,Mechanical Engineering,New Faculty Institute,Office of Digital Learning,Political Science & Geograhy,Research,UTSA Academic Affairs,UTSA Center for Civic Engagement,UTSA Faculty Center,UTSA Knowledge Enterprise,UTSA Libraries,UTSA Office of Research Support,UTSA Office of the President,UTSA Research,UTSA Teaching and Learning Services,Women's Studies Institute
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T130000
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CREATED:20250820T141416Z
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SUMMARY:Demystifying Copyright & Fair Use
DESCRIPTION:You have probably heard of the term “fair use”\, but how comfortable do you feel with navigating U.S. copyright law? For instance\, did you know that you are not required to register your copyrighted work with the U.S. Copyright Office? Join us for a hands-on workshop about the basics of copyright\, both in education and as a researcher. We’ll dispel some common copyright myths\, differences between copyright law and other intellectual property law\, and teach you how to apply a Fair Use checklist to your scholarly work. \nRegister for this eventPresented By:Emily HaywardCoordinator\, Scholarly Communication & Research SupportProvides scholarly communication support to faculty\, students and staff at the Main and Downtown campuses. She is available for specialized research consultations and classes on topics such as management of copyright and intellectual property\, scholarly metrics\, author profiles\, publishing choices\, publishing agreements and compliance with funder mandates. \nORCiD ID – 0000-0001-8860-4383
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/demystifying-copyright-fair-use/
CATEGORIES:Academic Innovation,College of Business,College of Education & Human Development,College of Engineering,College of Liberal and Fine Arts,College of Sciences,Computer Science,Department of English,Department of History,Faculty Senate,Faculty Success,Honors College,Institutional Effectiveness,Learning Technologies,Mechanical Engineering,New Faculty Institute,Office of Digital Learning,Political Science & Geograhy,Research,UTSA Academic Affairs,UTSA Faculty Center,UTSA Knowledge Enterprise,UTSA Libraries,UTSA Office of Research Support,UTSA Research,UTSA Teaching and Learning Services,Women's Studies Institute
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T130000
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CREATED:20250820T141022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T141022Z
UID:11565-1760529600-1760533200@faculty.utsa.edu
SUMMARY:Literature Review Types Explained: Systematic\, Scoping\, and More
DESCRIPTION:Literature reviews are a key element of evidence synthesis and scholarly inquiry. In this workshop\, attendees will learn the differences between systematic\, scoping\, narrative\, and other literature review types. The session will also detail the guidelines and components of various lit reviews\, as well as resources to best support each\, with a focus on systematic and scoping reviews. Best for researchers\, graduate students\, and faculty involved in evidence synthesis. \nRegister for this eventPresented By:Rachel DavisInformation Specialist for Open ScienceInformation Specialist for Open Science and subject liaison in life and health sciences providing support to UTSA faculty\, students and staff. She is available for research consultations and instruction in these areas. Able to assist with advanced literature searching of biomedical databases\, systematic review strategies\, research data management plans\, and EndNote.
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/literature-review-types-explained-systematic-scoping-and-more/
CATEGORIES:Academic Innovation,Academy of Distinguished Teaching Scholars,Research,UTSA Faculty Center,UTSA Knowledge Enterprise,UTSA Libraries,UTSA Office of Research Support,UTSA Research,UTSA Teaching and Learning Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T140441Z
UID:11563-1758209400-1758211200@faculty.utsa.edu
SUMMARY:Publishing Discounts for UTSA Researchers
DESCRIPTION:Join UTSA Libraries and Museums to learn more about the publishing discounts available for UTSA researchers. Current agreements include Elsevier\, Cambridge University Press\, Wiley\, and more. Bring your questions and feedback for the library as we continue to pursue partnerships with publishers to reduce costs for our researchers. \nRegister for this eventPresented By:Emily HaywardCoordinator\, Scholarly Communication & Research SupportProvides scholarly communication support to faculty\, students and staff at the Main and Downtown campuses. She is available for specialized research consultations and classes on topics such as management of copyright and intellectual property\, scholarly metrics\, author profiles\, publishing choices\, publishing agreements and compliance with funder mandates. \nORCiD ID – 0000-0001-8860-4383
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/publishing-discounts-for-utsa-researchers-4/
CATEGORIES:Academic Innovation,College of Business,College of Education & Human Development,College of Engineering,College of Liberal and Fine Arts,College of Sciences,Computer Science,Department of English,Department of History,Faculty Senate,Faculty Success,Honors College,Institutional Effectiveness,Learning Technologies,Mechanical Engineering,New Faculty Institute,Office of Digital Learning,Political Science & Geograhy,Research,UTSA Academic Affairs,UTSA Faculty Center,UTSA Libraries,UTSA Office of Research Support,UTSA Research,UTSA Teaching and Learning Services,Women's Studies Institute
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T130000
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CREATED:20250820T135803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T135803Z
UID:11560-1757678400-1757682000@faculty.utsa.edu
SUMMARY:Introduction to Searching PubMed
DESCRIPTION:PubMed is an essential database for anyone conducting biomedical or health-related research. This workshop will teach attendees how to effectively navigate this free resource and locate peer-reviewed articles using advanced search features\, MeSH subject headings\, and Boolean operators. \nRegister for this eventPresented By:Rachel DavisInformation Specialist for Open ScienceThe Information Specialist for Open Science and subject liaison in life and health sciences providing support to UTSA faculty\, students and staff. She is available for research consultations and instruction in these areas. Able to assist with advanced literature searching of biomedical databases\, systematic review strategies\, research data management plans\, and EndNote.
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/introduction-to-searching-pubmed-3/
CATEGORIES:Academic Innovation,College of Education & Human Development,College of Sciences,Faculty Success,Institutional Effectiveness,Learning Technologies,New Faculty Institute,Research,UTSA Academic Affairs,UTSA Faculty Center,UTSA Knowledge Enterprise,UTSA Libraries,UTSA Office of Research Support,UTSA Research,UTSA Teaching and Learning Services,Women's Studies Institute
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231027T120000
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CREATED:20231020T152552Z
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UID:8985-1698408000-1698411600@faculty.utsa.edu
SUMMARY:SECLA RIG
DESCRIPTION:The first meeting of the SECLA RIG for Fall 2023  \nIf you would like information on joining existing RIGs\, please contact Dr. Siobhan Fleming\, Sr. Director for Faculty Research Development\, Siobhan.Fleming@utsa.edu? in Research\, Economic Development\, and Knowledge Enterprise (REDKE).  \nView more information
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/secla-rig/
LOCATION:Virtual: Teams
CATEGORIES:Research,UTSA Faculty Center,UTSA Research
ORGANIZER;CN="Faculty Research Development":MAILTO:siobhan.fleming@utsa.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210420T133000
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CREATED:20210322T210259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210411T202606Z
UID:5470-1618925400-1618930800@faculty.utsa.edu
SUMMARY:How to Integrate Mentoring Training into Grant Proposals/Projects
DESCRIPTION:In this interactive workshop\, participants will be able to identify the mentoring competencies that can be used during the grant period and be able to specify a mentoring plan as part of their grant submission document package. \nRecommended Audience: Those preparing grant proposals or needing assistance with mentoring plans as part of their grant proposal. \nRegister for this eventDr. Johnelle Sparks\, Professor of Demography and Associate Dean for Faculty Success and Administration\, HCaP and Master Facilitator of CIMER Curriculum \nJudy Verdon\, Director of Faculty Training & Development\, Master Facilitator of CIMER Curriculum
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/5470/
LOCATION:ONLINE WEBINAR
CATEGORIES:Faculty Success,UTSA Faculty Center,UTSA Office of Research Support,UTSA Research
ORGANIZER;CN="Christina A. Guerra":MAILTO:christina.guerra@utsa.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181204T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181204T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T134432
CREATED:20181119T154738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T142415Z
UID:3330-1543939200-1543946400@faculty.utsa.edu
SUMMARY:Holiday Faculty Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the end of the semester and the start of a well-deserved winter break. All faculty welcome. RSVP not required but appreciated. \n \n  \nRSVP HEREadd to my calendar
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/holiday-faculty-mixer/
LOCATION:Faculty Center Casual Seating Area\, JPL 4.04.16\, Main Campus
CATEGORIES:UTSA Academic Affairs,UTSA Faculty Center,UTSA Research
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180509T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180509T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T134432
CREATED:20180323T194500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180430T155622Z
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SUMMARY:End-of-Year Faculty Mixer
DESCRIPTION:You made it through the academic year – now it’s time to celebrate! \nAll UTSA faculty are invited for good food and conversation at our final faculty mixer of the year. Dim sum\, hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. We hope to see you there! \n \n  \nRSVP hereadd to calendar
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/end-of-year-faculty-mixer/
LOCATION:Faculty Center Casual Seating Area\, JPL 4.04.16\, Main Campus
CATEGORIES:UTSA Faculty Center
ORGANIZER;CN="UTSA Research":MAILTO:research@utsa.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180420T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180420T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T134432
CREATED:20180323T194137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180329T181756Z
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SUMMARY:Fiesta Faculty Luncheon at the Downtown Campus
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a festive lunch and good conversation as we celebrate the Fiesta season. The first 50 attendees will get a UTSA Fiesta Medal\, courtesy of Faculty Center partner — the Office of Academic & Faculty Support. Please RSVP by clicking the button below. \n \n  \nRSVP for this eventADD TO MY CALENDAR
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/fiesta-faculty-luncheon-at-the-downtown-campus/
LOCATION:Downtown Assembly Room\, BV 1.338\, Downtown Campus
CATEGORIES:UTSA Faculty Center
ORGANIZER;CN="Academic & Faculty Support":MAILTO:vpafs@utsa.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180309T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180309T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T134432
CREATED:20180129T194745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180216T163928Z
UID:2587-1520586000-1520596800@faculty.utsa.edu
SUMMARY:Cooperative Learning: Enhance\, Engage\, Excite - Half day workshop
DESCRIPTION:Boost academic achievement and involvement with cooperative learning!  This workshop introduces faculty to the principles of cooperative learning as an exciting approach to active learning in which students work together to accomplish shared goals. \nTrainer Linda Cuellar\, PhD has a decade of experience training faculty and studied at the Cooperative Learning Institute at the University of Minnesota. \nLight breakfast will be included \nCounts toward New Faculty Institute \n\nRegister for this eventAdd to Google CalendarAdd to Outlook CalendarPresented By: Teaching and Learning ServicesDr. Linda CuellarLinda Cuéllar received advanced training in Cooperative Learning in the college classroom from educational researchers David and Roger Johnson at the University of Minnesota. She is a native of the borderlands and worked as a tenured faculty member and broadcast journalist in San Antonio. She has a Doctorate in Education from Texas A&M\, Corpus Christi.
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/cooperative-learning-enhance-engage-excite-half-day-workshop/
LOCATION:JPL Assembly Room\, JPL 4.04.22\, Main Campus
CATEGORIES:UTSA Faculty Center,UTSA Teaching and Learning Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Dixson":MAILTO:mary.dixson@utsa.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180301T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180301T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T134432
CREATED:20180131T201632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180131T201632Z
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SUMMARY:Faculty Meet and Greet Lunch with Spencer Wells - Faculty Center Signature Speaker
DESCRIPTION:As part of our Faculty Center Signature Speaker event\, faculty are invited to a meet and greet luncheon with Spencer Wells following the presentation. \nSpace is limited\, so please be sure to register. \nThe meet and greet is limited to faculty\, administrators\, and invited guests. Please feel free to contact us with any questions. \nRegister for this eventView the Event FlyerPresented By: The UTSA Faculty Center \n 
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/faculty-meet-and-greet-lunch-with-spencer-wells-faculty-center-signature-speaker/
LOCATION:Denman Room\, SU 2.01.28\, Main Campus
CATEGORIES:UTSA Faculty Center,UTSA Research,UTSA Teaching and Learning Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Dixson":MAILTO:mary.dixson@utsa.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180301T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180301T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T134432
CREATED:20180103T221016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180226T054025Z
UID:2475-1519900200-1519905600@faculty.utsa.edu
SUMMARY:Faculty Center Signature Speaker: Spencer Wells\, Ph.D.
DESCRIPTION:The UTSA Faculty Center presents Spencer Wells\, Ph.D.\, as its 2018 Signature Speaker. \nSparking Curiosity: Genetics\, Big Data and our Human Story \nJoin us for a fascinating talk about population genetics and the power of going public with your scholarly work to impact perceptions and change industry. \nThe lecture will be followed by a Q&A session. The event is free and open to all. \nWatch Spencer Wells’ TED Talk \nWatch Spencer Wells on The Colbert Report \n**All faculty are invited to a Faculty Meet and Greet Lunch with Spencer Wells immediately following the talk in the Denman Room (Student Union 2.01.28). Click the button below to RSVP for the lunch.** \n \n  \nRSVP for the LunchAdd to my calendarWatch the LivestreamSpencer Wells\, Ph.D.Spencer Wells is a geneticist\, anthropologist\, author and entrepreneur. For over a decade he was an Explorer-in-Residence at the National Geographic Society and Director of the Genographic Project\, which collected and analyzed DNA samples from hundreds of thousands of people around the world in order to decipher how our ancestors populated the planet\, in the process launching the consumer genomics industry. Wells graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Texas at Austin\, received his Ph.D. from Harvard University and conducted postdoctoral work at Stanford and Oxford. He has appeared in numerous documentary films and is the author of three books\, The Journey of Man\, Deep Ancestry and Pandora’s Seed. His work has taken him to more than 100 countries\, where he has collaborated with everyone from heads of government and Fortune 500 corporations\, to tribal chieftains eking out a precarious living in places as remote as Chad\, Tajikistan and Papua New Guinea. He lives in Austin\, Texas\, where he is founder and CEO of consumer genomics startup Insitome\, an adjunct Professor at the University of Texas and owner of the iconic blues club Antone’s.
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/faculty-center-signature-speaker-spencer-wells-ph-d/
LOCATION:Retama Auditorium\, SU 2.02.02\, Main Campus
CATEGORIES:UTSA Faculty Center
ORGANIZER;CN="Faculty Center":MAILTO:facultycenter@utsa.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171025T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20171025T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T134432
CREATED:20171009T174630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171016T125931Z
UID:2259-1508934600-1508940000@faculty.utsa.edu
SUMMARY:Faculty Luncheon at the Downtown Campus
DESCRIPTION:Join the Faculty Center for our fall Faculty Luncheon — an opportunity to gather together for a meal and good conversation. All UTSA faculty are welcome! \n \n  \nPlease RSVP HERE
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/faculty-luncheon-at-the-downtown-campus/
LOCATION:Downtown Assembly Room\, BV 1.338\, Downtown Campus
CATEGORIES:UTSA Faculty Center
ORGANIZER;CN="Faculty Center":MAILTO:facultycenter@utsa.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170510T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170510T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T134432
CREATED:20170410T130323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170425T191134Z
UID:1659-1494439200-1494446400@faculty.utsa.edu
SUMMARY:End of the Year Faculty Mixer
DESCRIPTION:You made it through the academic year – now it’s time to celebrate! \nAll UTSA faculty are invited for good food and conversation at our final faculty mixer of the year. Wine and beer will be available for $3 each (cash only). We hope to see you there! Please RSVP below. \n  \nRSVP HEREADD TO CALENDAR
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/end-of-the-year-faculty-mixer/
LOCATION:Faculty Center Casual Seating Area\, JPL 4.04.16\, Main Campus
CATEGORIES:UTSA Faculty Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170419T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170419T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T134432
CREATED:20170327T124300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170404T153024Z
UID:1627-1492606800-1492612200@faculty.utsa.edu
SUMMARY:Downtown Fiesta Faculty Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:UTSA faculty are invited to gather for a festive lunch and good conversation as we celebrate Fiesta season. The first 50 attendees will receive a 2017 UTSA Fiesta medal! \nPlease RSVP below. \n  \nRSVP for this event
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/fiesta-faculty-luncheon/
LOCATION:Downtown Assembly Room\, BV 1.338\, Downtown Campus
CATEGORIES:UTSA Faculty Center
ORGANIZER;CN="Faculty Center":MAILTO:facultycenter@utsa.edu
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