Impression West

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Impressions of the West: Works of Art from Special Collections features over 30 paintings, sculptures, and prints which showcase how the American West has been viewed by artists and popular culture. The exhibit will look at how artists interpreted the land and peoples of the southwest and west. Focusing on artists who worked during the twentieth century, Impressions of the Westwill explore whether western art is a truthful recording of a bygone era, or an idealized version of history, or merely kitsch created for the popular market. Impressions of the West: Works of Art from Special Collections is located in Special Collections, 6th floor, UT Arlington Central Library and runs through January 14, 2012. Hours are 9 a.m – 7 p.m Monday, 9 a.m – 5 p.m Tuesday through Saturday. This exhibit is free and open to the public. For more information call 817-272-3393.

By: Rosemell Opee

FIGHT NIGHT

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They may look like professional boxers but these ordinary students are actually gearing up and training to raise awareness and funds for a good cause. With months of preparatoin, these fraternity members are getting ready for Sigma Chi Fight Night that was held in November. While hitting the bag with hooks and jabs they made sure that the crowd that came to see them would not be disappointed. Sigma Chi Fraternity members sold tickets outside the Central Library for their annual fall event held at Cowboys dance hall with a display of the winning prize boxing belt.

By: Rosemell Opee

Emmitt Smith

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Emmitt Smith, the National Football League’s all-time leading rusher, amassed nearly 19,000yards during his 14 seasons, 12 of which were with the Dallas Cowboys. He helped bring the Cowboys to three Super Bowl victories and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2010, his first year of eligibility. He was also the 2006 winner of the popular ABC television show, “Dancing With the Stars.” Smith was invited to UTA for the Maverick Speakers series to talk with students and Arlington residents about his life, including his college, pro-football and business career.

By Rosemell Opee

Mayowa Olawoyin 2011

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With a large student body at UTA there is one particular student that stands out from the rest of this crowd. Meet Mayowa Olawoyin! This typical Maverick received a prestigious award that only a few students in the nation acquire. This math major was honored with the Gates Millennium Scholarship. Mayowa was 1 of 1000 other students nationwide to receive the scholarship. The scholarship can be used to pursue degrees in any undergraduate major at the accredited college or university of the recipients’ choice up to the Doctorate Level.

By Rosemell Opee

Entertainment Connection – Passion for Fashion

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Students make all kinds of budgets but most times dont really stick to them, especially when it comes to fashion. But don’t worry Mavs I have a solution for you! What comes to mind when you think of Thrifting? Old smelly clothes, or antiques from an era long forgotten. My co-host Rhett Swarb and I went just a few blocks away to the local Thrift Store and this is what we found. Shopping on a budget might seem impossible for most students but the thrift store has quite a selection for the fashion conscious college student. After Rosemell and I scoured through the racks we found some reasonably priced on trend items.

By Rosemell Opee and Rhett Swarb