What is a community without an education system that puts students first and helps them find all the avenues of success? The University of Texas at Arlington and Tarrant County College have prioritized student's education and safety from day one. They make sure their facilities are open to everyone, no matter their age, gender, race, or the … [Read more...]
State of Higher Education Recap: UTA & TCC Takes Higher Education Even Higher
Arlington Public Library Celebrates 100 Chapters
“In principle and reality, libraries are life-enhancing palaces of wonder.” - Gail Honeyman This year marks 100 chapters of the Arlington Public Library! Beginning in 1923, Downtown Arlington's Library consisted of 500 books in wood crates and was located inside the Farmer's National Bank. This very first location was opened by Pearl … [Read more...]
Official Press Release: Heralded Recruiter, Kentucky Assistant KT Turner Named UT Arlington Head Men’s Basketball Coach
ARLINGTON – Bringing nearly 20 years of collegiate coaching experience ranging from Texas junior college to currently the University of Kentucky, former UT Arlington men’s basketball student-athlete KT Turner has been named the 10th full-time head coach in program history. Turner, 44, is an assistant coach with Kentucky – hired by John Calipari … [Read more...]
Our Kids are the Future: The Importance of Early Childhood Education
Early childhood education prepares children for school and sets them up for success. This vital part of a child’s development guides children to explore numbers, colors, sounds, and more while improving their social and cognitive skills. Interacting with friends and teachers can help students to feel more confident when they begin school because … [Read more...]
Student Artist’s Time to Shine
The Arlington Museum of Art, in partnership with Arlington Independent School District, is putting on its annual Youth Art Month. From March 3rd-23rd, the museum will display artwork from Arlington elementary, junior high, and high school art students. These aspiring student artists prepare drawings, paintings, clay sculptures, and more for the … [Read more...]
AISD Alum, Preston Nguyen, Announced for This Season’s Next Level Chef
After the Super Bowl on February 12, stay tuned to catch Arlington’s own Preston Nguyen on Next Level Chef! We are so thrilled that Martin High School graduate and former practicum student is finding success in the culinary world. Nguyen is taking on the challenge and joining Gordon Ramsey’s team where he will be creating dishes under the … [Read more...]