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Don't stop them now! 🏃‍➡️
Thank you to all the students who ran at our Comet Trot last Friday! Thank you to our runners and SUAAB for making this event a blast!

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November 12, 2026 at 7:03 PM
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🧠 Our Science Luncheon is happening TODAY!

Join us at 12 p.m. CST as UT Dallas's Dr. Elena Luchkina presents “Researching the Origins of Learning via Language.”

💻 Tune in virtually via Microsoft Teams!

🔗 tinyurl.com/science-lunc...

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November 9, 2026 at 3:30 PM
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Meet the Expert! 🧠

Dr. Elena Luchkina of UT Dallas will explore the origins of learning through language at our Nov. 9 Science Luncheon.

🕛 12 p.m. CST
💻 Join virtually: tinyurl.com/science-lunc...

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November 4, 2026 at 7:05 PM
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Want to sign up for our Comet Trot 5K? Check out the link in our bio for sign-ups and details! Sign-ups will also be available on the day of, so don't fret if you miss this registration. 
 
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November 2, 2026 at 6:06 PM
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Join us today at 12:00 p.m. for a Science Luncheon with Dr. Edward Awh of the University of Chicago!

Explore how the brain stores and maintains information in working memory.

💻 Tune in virtually: tinyurl.com/science-lunc...

#ScienceLuncheon #Neuroscience #UTDallas
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November 2, 2026 at 3:31 PM
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Some photos from our Nightmare on Rutford Avenue event last week, wishing you a Happy Halloween from UREC! 🎃
 
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October 31, 2026 at 9:03 PM
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Meet Dr. Edward Awh of The University of Chicago!

Join our Science Luncheon on November 2, 12–1 p.m. CT, for a presentation on working memory.

Attend virtually: tinyurl.com/science-lunc...

#ScienceLuncheon #Neuroscience #UTDallas
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October 28, 2026 at 7:03 PM
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How does exercise support brain health?

Dr. Kirk Erickson explored that question at yesterday's Jean & Bill Booziotis Distinguished Lecture, sharing research on physical activity, cognitive function, and healthy aging. Thanks to everyone who joined us!

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October 29, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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Don't miss today's Science Luncheon at 12 p.m. CT!

Dr. Zirong Gu explores how brain circuits organize actions and social interactions, and their role in neurodegeneration.

Join virtually: tinyurl.com/science-lunc...

#ScienceLuncheon #Neuroscience #UTDallas
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October 26, 2026 at 2:31 PM
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Enter our Cardboard Boat Regatta competition happening on Wednesday, October 28th, at 6pm! Deadline to sign up is October 26th, 11:59pm!
 
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October 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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Join us for the "Witching Hour at UREC Climbing" at the AC Rock Wall, to climb for prizes! Happening on October 26th from 7:30-9:30 pm!
 
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October 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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Science Luncheon Spotlight: Dr. Jennifer Crawford

Join one of our own, Dr. Jennifer Crawford, for a look at how aging affects cognitive effort and participation in mentally demanding tasks.

📅 Oct. 19 | 12–1 p.m.
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October 15, 2026 at 6:02 PM
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Join us next Thursday, October 22nd at 7pm at Nightmare on Rutford Ave at Helix Hall! Enjoy this night of fun with scary activities! 
 
#UTDallas #UTDUREC #YDoUrec #HealthyComets 
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October 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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Couldn't join our recent Science Luncheon with Dr. Hamed Ekhtiari?

Learn how brain training and stimulation research is advancing cognitive control and informing addiction recovery strategies.

🎥 Watch: youtu.be/r8gMTsbNKMs

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Dr. Hamed Ekhtiari, UT Southwestern Medical Center, presents Using Brain Training and Stimulation to Enhance Cognitive Control: Lessons from Addiction Recovery.
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October 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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POV: you hear UREC is hiring 👀🧡

Want to work at the Activity Center? UREC Building Staff applications are open today! Apply now and join the team 👏

#UTDallas #UTDUREC #YDoUrec #HealthyComets

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October 9, 2026 at 3:04 PM
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Meet the Expert: Dr. Hamed Ekhtiari of UT Southwestern Medical Center.

Join our Science Luncheon as he presents Using Brain Training and Stimulation to Enhance Cognitive Control: Lessons from Addiction Recovery.

Oct. 12, 12-1 p.m. | Join us: tinyurl.com/science-lunc...

#UTDallas #Neuroscience
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October 7, 2026 at 6:15 PM
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Missed our Science Luncheon with Dr. Nicole Long? The recording is now online.

Explore new insights into memory, brain function, and healthy aging:

youtu.be/sdk3a2aWWhk

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Dr. Nicole Long, The University of Virginia, presents The Impact of Healthy Aging on Mnemonic Brain State Engagement.
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October 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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Join us today for a closer look at how healthy aging shapes memory with Dr. Nicole Long of the University of Virginia. Monday, Oct. 5 at 12 p.m. via Microsoft Teams: tinyurl.com/science-lunc...

#CVL #UTDallas #ScienceLuncheon #HealthyAging
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October 5, 2026 at 2:45 PM
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In exactly 2 weeks, our annual Moonball event lifts off! Play in this 6v6 style game, join us on October 15th at 4pm at Rec Center West!
 
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October 1, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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I met Dr. Sanderia Faye in grad school at #UTDallas. She always shines light on others! #TheTrinity was featured at her first-ever "Champagne Brunch & Author Salon." I thank her & #SMU English Dept.'s "Narrative Now" program for the honor. Big shout out to @deepvellum.bsky.social, too. So fun!🥂📚💫
September 30, 2026 at 2:40 AM
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How does healthy aging shape the brain's memory systems?

Join Nicole Long, PhD (University of Virginia) for The Impact of Healthy Aging on Mnemonic Brain State Engagement.

📅 Oct. 5, 2026 | 12-1 p.m. on Microsoft Teams

Join us: tinyurl.com/science-lunc...

#UTDallas #HealthyAging #BrainHealth
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September 30, 2026 at 7:00 AM
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Now available: Amit Sethi, PhD (Indian Institute of Technology Bombay) presents Toward Trustworthy AI for Computational Pathology: From Robust Learning to Clinically Relevant Biomarkers.

Watch: youtu.be/t2R2jeCYOGc

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Dr. Amit Sethi, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, presents Toward Trustworthy AI for Computational Pathology: From Robust Learning to Clinically Relevant Biomarkers.
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September 29, 2026 at 7:05 PM
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Run, Comets, Run! 🏃‍♂️ Join us on Friday, November 6th for our Comet Trot 5K! Interested but not sure where to start? Start our Couch to 5K program today! 
 
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September 28, 2026 at 9:05 PM
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Discover the latest research in trustworthy AI at our upcoming Science Luncheon with Dr. Amit Sethi of the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay.

Toward Trustworthy AI for Computational Pathology | Sept. 28 | 12–1 p.m.

Join us: tinyurl.com/3cn2nrf5

#CVL #UTDallas #AI #ComputationalPathology
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September 23, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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Join us for our next Science Luncheon with Dr. Brad Postle of the University of Wisconsin, presenting Controlling the Contents of Working Memory.

Monday, Sept. 21 at 12 p.m.

RSVP: forms.gle/wEA2BL29wRJ2...

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September 16, 2026 at 5:02 PM