The Big Event is a day of community service and outreach which involves UTA students, faculty, staff, and community members in an effort to engage, educate, and mobilize volunteers throughout the community. The Big Event 2010 had 800 volunteers participate in making a difference for many across the DFW area.

1. THE BIG EVENT 2010!<br />On behalf of UTA Volunteers and The University of Texas at Arlington, we would like to extend our thanks to you for participating in The Big Event 2010, serving and making an impact on your community. The event was a huge success with 800 volunteers who represented approximately 140 different campus organizations and gave 3,600 hours of community service at 54 different project sites.<br />We have had constant positive feedback from volunteers, site leaders, agencies, and those interested in partnering with us for next year’s annual The Big Event on April 16, 2011. Mark your calendars!<br />The Big Event at UTA Would Like to Thank the Following 2010 Project Site Providers<br /> <br />We appreciate the time spent to organize and coordinate your projects. <br />Your assistance and hard work are invaluable to us.<br />AISD 21st Century District<br />REAL School Gardens<br />Wildscape at Veterans Park<br />Mission Arlington<br />The City of Mansfield Parks Department<br />Arlington Animal Shelter<br />UTA Environmental Health & Safety<br />Texas Ramp Project<br />Fort Worth Central Library<br />Dallas Area Coalition to Prevent Childhood Obesity<br />The City of Arlington Parks & Recreation <br />Friends of Tandy Hills Natural Area<br />Boys & Girls Club of Arlington<br />Arlington Historical Society<br />Catholic Charities<br />American Cancer Society<br />Anna Pettit<br />Cherished Memories for a Lifetime<br />Arlington Public Library Branches<br />River Legacy Living Science Center<br />The City of Arlington<br />Safehaven of Tarrant County<br />The Salvation Army<br />Arlington Life Shelter<br />Dallas Zoo<br />Adopt-A-Highway<br />AISD Plant Services<br />World Vision Dallas<br />UTA Campus Facilities <br />