Discovering the Maverick Factor

About Discovering the Maverick Factor

Welcome to the Maverick Factor podcast where you’ll hear stories about shared dreams and bright futures at UTA. Our students, faculty, and staff will discuss academics, tradition, culture, athletics, and their personal connection to the University spirit. You’ll feel the spark that makes UTA a great place to study, teach, work, and play. Come listen as we share the Maverick Factor./p>

Publisher

The University of Texas at Arlington

Category

business · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

26 Mar 2024

Latest episode

25 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

21 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   25 Sept 2026

   Blazing a Path to Graduate School

   Graduate School Dean James Grover joins host Lora O’Riordan and current UTA student Faizah Kahn for a discussion about the value of a master’s degree, the best time to pursue graduate school, and how to find the right program. Dr. Grover also answers questions about UTA’s new Master of Multidisciplinary Studies and opportunities to save time and money through the Fast Track Program.

2. 

   11 Sept 2026

   Talent, Culture, and Engagement at UTA

   From growth opportunities to benefits, UTA offers a wide range of resources to give employees the tools they need to succeed and create a positive experience for students. Jewel Washington, vice president of Talent, Culture, and Engagement, shares her passion for human resources and discusses how her department is integrating UTA’s shared values into employees’ day-to-day work. She also highlights programs designed to keep faculty and staff engaged and connected to the UTA community.

3. 

   11 Aug 2026

   Why Employee Feedback Matters

   This episode of the Maverick Factor dives into employee satisfaction at UTA—how it is measured through surveys and how those surveys lead to real change. Meet the Mavericks who lead teams dedicated to translating survey results into initiatives that make a difference for faculty and staff. Jackie Fay and Sandro Miljatovic discuss their efforts to build trust and show employees what UTA’s commitment to investing in its people looks like in practice.

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

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