RAM ep 1

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Matthew Linguist

Welcome to the first episode of RAM or Rhett and Matt. RAM is your newest place for Tech News and Game Reviews. This week we discussed Glenn Mangham the Facebook hacker and an attack on government websites by hackivists anonymous. Finally we leave you with our review of Twisted Metal, one of the longest running franchise in the PlayStation vault. Leave your comments, questions, or suggestions in the comment box below and don’t forget we broadcast from UTA on Mondays at 4 right before Entertainment Connection on UTANews so check it out.

Pizzeria and GIS

Posted on February 21, 2012 by alonzomancha

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) can aid in finding a location for your business. A workshop led by Joshua Been used GIS in finding the best location for a pizzeria but any type of business can be used. First you must gather all types of data from reputable sources. Data used in the workshop was population, income, locations of other pizzerias, crime stats, location of major roads. The more data you can gather the better. The GIS will combine all of this information and will output the best location. GIS is another tool a business owner can use to lower the risk in opening a business.

By: Alonzo Mancha

Finish at U.T Comes to U.T.A

Posted on February 21, 2012 by amandacaldwell32

U.T.A has found an innovative way to help students with prior college credit earn their degrees online. Finish at U.T is not your average online program. The program can be completed less than eight weeks, depending on the pace you set. Professors along with coordinators from the distance learning center help students throughout the course. U.T . A is one of the first along with two other universities to start the online program. Those who plan on taking advantage of this opportunity must be former students in the state of Texas and have at least sixty undergraduate credited hours. For more information visit www.finishatut.org.

By: Amanda Caldwell

Twisted Metal Review

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Matthew Linguist

Twisted Metal is one of the longest running franchises in playstation arsenal. So, you figured it would be good but no. I could not stand this game. The graphics looked like a game from the end of the playstation 2 era. The gameplay was a pain to try and learn, and outside of online play the game was just no fun. The story modes follow 3 different characters but after the start on the first one you won’t want to continue. The music for the game was like reliving the bad 80′s hardcore metal bands and the videography and story felt like an old school grind house horror with the same bad acting for cut scenes. Overall it would have been a great downloadable game for $10-$15 but $60 is just ridiculous earning a 3 out of 10.

By: Matthew Linguist

Davis Hall

Posted on February 20, 2012 by danieljdouglas

For students that are doing business on camups there is only one building to visit and it is Davis Hall. This Hall has most of the schools administration for UTA. The President of UTA is located here. Also down in the basement is the Police Station. If you are needing to pay a bill you can take care of it here. Davis Hall is one of the first buildings that a new student will visit.

By: Daniel Douglas

Dress for Success

Posted on February 20, 2012 by kramirez12

Career Month is here! And the Career Center of the university is having a series of workshops, to help students prepare before attending a job interview. All of the workshops’ main purpose is to help students succeed at their interviews and obtain the job. Dress for Success is a workshop where students learn how to dress for that important day. Students also learn tips on how to improve their appearance, and how to approach employers in the best manner. If you would like more information on this event and upcoming events held by the Career Center you can visit www.hireamaverick.uta.edu

By: Karen A. Ramirez

Diversifying UTA

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Brittney Richardson

UT-Arlington is known for its diversification. From the diverse curriculum and degree plans to the students themselves. UT-Arlington has undergone various alterations throughout 117-year-old legacy. From being an all boys school secondary school– and then transitioning to a college as apart of the Texas A&M system. Opposition reigned in during the late 1950s when minority students petitioned the court, and won the right to attend, what was then known as Arlington State College. On the surface, the atmosphere seemed complaisant, however, research would soon reveal that was far from true.

By: Brittney Richardson

Rape Aggression Defense Class

Posted on February 20, 2012 by alyssadavis09

Last Saturday the MAC offered a free self defense class for women hosted by the Rape Aggression Defense Program. Randy Reynolds, RAD instructor and UTA Policeman, taught the girls many different skills to protect themselves. Randy has taught the class for about seven years now and enjoys doing it since he knows the students will take what they have learned and apply it. He stressed that the girls do not distract themselves with texting or talking on the phone while they walk on campus. He expressed the dangers of walking alone at night but also taught the girls how to be vocal and use different techniques to keep them safe. The girls said that they would now feel more confident in their abilites if they were put into a bad situation.

By: Alyssa Davis

Movin Mav

Posted on February 20, 2012 by charlievann

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UTA Movin Mav Junior guard Jorge Sanchez is currently the leading scorer in the nation. Sanchez has an average now of 24 points. He says it’s a great accomplishment, and that he is proud of himself, and credits his teammates for their support which helped him get to where he is now. Head coach Doug Garner say’s Sanchez has learned alot in his first two seasons as a Movin Mav. Coach Garner says sanchez not only wants to win but does what it takes to win. Sanchez says his motivation comes from the support from his family and again from his teammates. Overall the Movin Mavs don’t know the current ranking as a team just yet, but believe they are in second place.

By: Charlie Vann

UTA students share their political views

Posted on February 20, 2012 by stephanieknefel

With the media hoopla surrounding the upcoming fall election, reporter Stephanie Knefel decided to ask UTA students how the felt about politics. Several students were upset with Obama, but felt he was doing the best he could in a hard situation. Students also felt that the Republican party took too long in finding someone to run aganist Obama. Many students were stressed over the economy, since they hope to enter the job force after graduating college. Some also expressed concern over immigration, gay marriage, and online rights. Most students did not know who will they will be voting for yet. Some know they will not vote for Obama, but they also do not have a Republican favorite. For more information on voting and election news, visit www.projectvote.org.

By: Stephanie Knefel

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