
Intercom
Intercom is the official employee news website for faculty and staff at The University of Texas at Dallas. It serves as a centralized platform for internal news, updates and information that support the University’s mission and community engagement.
Watch for Homefest Closures
Parking Lot J will be closed Wednesday, Oct. 16 through Saturday, Oct. 19 for UTD Homefest. Through traffic will be allowed on Loop Road SW until 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19. Loop Rd SW will be closed to all traffic Saturday, Oct. 19 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, read the Homecoming email.
Employee News
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UT Dallas Employees Honored for Years of Service
Approximately 400 employees were recently recognized for their service to The University of Texas at Dallas.
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Join the Celebration: Register To Volunteer for Commencement
Faculty and staff volunteers are needed to support the fall commencement ceremonies.
Announcements
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Comet Cupboard Rolling Out Mobile Pantry To Serve Students
A ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new mobile unit of UT Dallas’ Comet Cupboard will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 17.
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Unlock Your Cognitive Potential with New Brain Health App
University of Texas at Dallas faculty and staff are invited to try the premium version of a new brain health mobile app.
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OISDS Equips Employees with Data Skills To Boost Student Success
The Office of Institutional Success and Decision Support (OISDS) is seeking University of Texas at Dallas employees who want to increase their fluency in using data to support student success.
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Attend Suicide Prevention Training, Resource Session
The Student Wellness Center invites all faculty and staff to participate in Suicide Prevention Day on Wednesday, Nov. 20, from 1-3 p.m. in the Student Services Building Addition Auditorium (SSA 13.330).
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Learn How To Access McDermott Library Resources at Workshop
Experts from the Eugene McDermott Library are offering a virtual workshop for UT Dallas staff members on how to make the most of your library privileges.
HR Briefs
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Access EAP Resources To Practice Mindfulness, Manage Stress
UT Dallas’ employee assistance program (EAP) offers faculty and staff a variety of tools to support well-being — including articles, live and on-demand webinars, and confidential counseling available 24/7.
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Mobile Mammography Returns in December
The UT Southwestern mobile mammography unit will be on the UT Dallas campus Friday, Dec. 12.
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Claims Deadlines Approaching for UT FLEX Plan Accounts
The Office of Human Resources reminds UT Dallas employees with funds remaining in the UT FLEX plan for 2024-2025 of the deadlines to use the funds and submit eligible expenses.
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HR Forum Scheduled for Nov. 5
The Office of Human Resources will host its next HR Forum on Wednesday, Nov. 5, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
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Review Oct. 1 Paycheck for Correct Benefits Selections
Benefits elections made during annual enrollment July 15-31 became effective Sept. 1 and will be deducted from your Oct. 1 paycheck.
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This Week at UTD
Employee Resource Groups
Black Faculty and Staff Alliance ERG
The Black Faculty and Staff Alliance (BFSA) aims to advance a diverse and inclusive work environment with a particular focus on Black & African American current and future employees, and students. Working through a dedicated network of professionals, the BFSA undertakes internal and external activities to attract, retain, empower, and inspire Black & African American employees. These efforts are geared toward helping Black faculty and staff members achieve their fullest potential across the spectrum of professional development and employment opportunities at UT Dallas.
President
Vacant
Treasurer
Carmen Tanner, Associate Director, Customer Service
Office of Financial Aid
Mailstop: ROCC22
972-883-4012 | carmen.tanner@utdallas.eduExecutive Sponsor
Dr. Calvin Jamison, Vice President for Facilities & Economic Development
Mailstop: AD24
Office: AD 2.410B
972-883-2213 | cjamison@utdallas.edu
Latino Faculty and Staff Association
The purpose of the Latino Faculty and Staff Association at UT Dallas is to develop activities and initiatives that support the following four goals:
- Showcase the contributions of Latino faculty and staff at the University.
- Advocate for the recruitment of additional Latino faculty and staff, and for policies that support increased diversity and inclusion at the University.
- Provide opportunities for outreach and networking among the Latino faculty and staff.
- Identify professional development opportunities for the Association’s members.
President
Dixiana Chavez, Assistant Director
Office of Undergraduate Education
Mailstop: FO16
Office: FO 2.704C
972-883-3871 | dixiana.chavez@utdallas.edu
Vice President of Operations
Aurora Michelle Becerra, Honors Program Specialist
Honors College
Mailstop: FO16
Office: GC 2.216A
972-883-2354 | aurora.becerra@utdallas.edu
Executive Sponsor
Dr. Rafael O. Martín, Vice President and Chief of Staff
Office of the Vice President and Chief of Staff
Mailstop: AD15
Office: AD 3.210A
972-883-4824 | rafael.martin@utdallas.edu
Military and Veteran ERG
The mission of the Military and Veteran Employee Resource Group (ERG) is to be a strategic partner with UT Dallas to promote a culture of diversity and inclusion through continual learning, employee development, and employee engagement. The Military and Veteran ERG advances the understanding of inclusion of employees with a common background, set of interests and/or goals.
President
Renee’ Green, Administrative Services Officer
McDermott Scholars Program
972-883-4610 | renee.green@utdallas.edu
Vice President
Don Proeschel, Director of Corporate Relations
Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science
972-883-3928 | don.proeschel@utdallas.edu
Executive Sponsor
Elaine Pearson, Associate Dean of Administration
Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science
972-883-7338 | elaine.pearson@utdallas.edu
QuTD
QuTD advances the educational mission of The University of Texas at Dallas by cultivating a safe and inclusive environment that values, celebrates, and affirms the sexual and gender diversity of UT Dallas faculty and staff members. We strive to increase visibility and encourage meaningful involvement of LGBTQ+ and allied staff and faculty within the campus community and advocate workplace equity and promote educational growth in a climate of mutual respect.
President
Matt Winser-Johns, M.Ed, Director
Galerstein Gender Center
Mailstop: SSB41
Office: SSB 4.305
972-883-6564 | matthew.johns@utdallas.edu
Executive Sponsor
Courtney Brecheen, Senior Associate Dean
Office of Undergraduate Education
Office: FO 2.710C
972-883-6788 | courtneyb@utdallas.edu
UTD: Counseling and Advising Network
The UTD: Counseling and Advising Network (UTD: CAN) strives to provide members with a collaborative environment to seek networking opportunities, professional development, and promote the profession of advising at The University of Texas at Dallas. UTD: CAN acknowledges the importance and necessity of a well-trained and highly skilled professional advisor in the education of every student at The University of Texas at Dallas and seeks to provide its members with opportunities and advocacy to grow and develop as advisors and members of The University of Texas at Dallas community.
President
Alex Gutierrez, Undergraduate Academic Advisor
School of Arts, Technology, and Emerging Communication
Office: ATC 1.701
972-883-7527 | alex.gutierrez@utdallas.edu
Executive Sponsor
Dr. Jessica Murphy, Dean, Undergraduate Education
Office of Undergraduate Education
Office: FO 2.710
972-883-3536 | jessica.c.murphy@utdallas.edu
UT Dallas Women ERG
The UT Dallas Women Employee Resource Group works to facilitate an environment of advocacy and belonging where women employees can flourish while advancing the mission of UTD.
The mission of the UT Dallas Women ERG is to:
- Develop awareness of contributions of women to UTD.
- Provide and support programs that contribute to the recruitment, retention, and advancement of women at UTD.
- Serve as a safe networking and communications channel for women employees of UTD.
- Serve as a voice and to advocate for women issues on campus and in the community.
Membership in the UT Dallas Women ERG is available to all UT Dallas employees.
President
Beth Keithly, Program Manager
Office of Graduate Education
Mailstop: FN31
Office: FA 2.204
972-883-4568 | keithly@utdallas.edu
Executive Sponsor
Dr. Tonja Wissinger, Senior Lecturer III and Associate Dean
School of Interdisciplinary Studies
Mailstop: HH30
Office: HH 2.114
972-883-2814 | twissin@utdallas.edu
UT Dallas Young Professionals
The mission of the Young Professionals ERG is to be a strategic partner with UT Dallas to promote a culture of diversity and inclusion through collaboration. The Young Professionals ERG will advance the understanding of inclusion of employees with a diverse background, set of interests and/or goals. The vision, mission, goals, policies, and activities of the Young Professionals ERG are fully aligned with those of The University of Texas at Dallas’ mission, goals, and policies.
President
Asiah Claiborne, Assistant Director, Student Life Programs
Student Union & Activities Advisory Board/Meteor Theatre
asiah.claiborne@utdallas.edu
Vice President of Finance
Baylee Moster, Academic Advisor III – Interdisciplinary Studies
baylee.moster@utdallas.edu
Vice President of Operations
Deanna Dallal, Administrative Support – Staff Council
deanna.dallal@utdallas.edu
Social/Networking Co-Chair
Gil Moreno, Assistant Director – Fraternity and Sorority Life
gil.moreno@utdallas.edu
Professional Development Chair
Kaylon Emeary, Administrative Project Coordinator – Provost’s Office Faculty Affairs
kaylon.emeary@utdallas.edu
Executive Sponsors
Kacey Sebeniecher, Director, Student Wellness
Student Wellness Center
Mailstop: SSB42
Office: SSB 4.500
972-883-4275 | kacey.sebeniecher@utdallas.edu
Mark Este, Director
Office of Student Volunteerism
Mailstop: SSA17
Office: SSA 14.431P
972-883-6178 | mark.este@utdallas.edu

