TX HR835

Designates April 17, 2025, as The University of Texas at Arlington Day at the State Capitol

UTA was founded in 1895 as Arlington College, became part of The University of Texas System in 1965, and adopted its current name in 1967

The university enrolls more than 41,000 students across nine colleges, offering over 180 degree programs, and contributes $28.8 billion in annual economic impact

UTA holds Carnegie R1 research designation, is ranked as the ninth fastest-growing doctoral public institution in the U.S., and contributed $59 million to the national economy through research projects in 2024

The university is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution by the U.S. Department of Education