After decades of dedicated service to UT Arlington Athletics, Senior Associate AD for Sports Medicine Roy Rudewick has announced his retirement, closing a remarkable chapter marked by leadership, commitment, and an unwavering dedication to student-athlete success.
Rudewick has earned lifetime recognition from professional organizations during his time at UTA, including induction into the Southwest Athletic Trainers' Association (SWATA) Hall of Fame in 2022. Rudewick received the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) Service Award in 2019.
"Roy Rudewick has been a tremendous servant leader for UTA Athletics and our university," said Jon Fagg, UTA Director of Athletics. "His dedication, professionalism, and care for our student-athletes and staff have left a lasting impact on this department. Roy's contributions extend far beyond his daily responsibilities — he helped build the culture and foundation that continue to move UTA Athletics forward. We are incredibly grateful for his years of service and wish him and his family all the best in retirement."
A 1989 graduate of UT Arlington, Rudewick has played a vital role in numerous areas across the department and University as a professor and helping support the operations and growth of UTA Athletics while serving as a trusted resource for coaches, staff, and student-athletes alike. His leadership and consistency helped guide the department through evolving eras of collegiate athletics while maintaining a strong focus on integrity, collaboration, and student success.
"It has been an honor to serve UTA Athletics and work alongside so many incredible people throughout my career," Rudewick said. "I'm thankful for the friendships, memories, and experiences that have made this journey so meaningful. My 42 years of connection with UTA will live on."
Rudewick's legacy will be felt throughout UTA Athletics for years to come, not only through the programs and initiatives he helped support, but also through the countless relationships he built during his time with the Mavericks.
About The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA)
The University of Texas at Arlington is a growing public research university in the heart of Dallas-Fort Worth. With a student body of over 42,700, UTA is the second-largest institution in the University of Texas System, offering more than 180 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Recognized as a Carnegie R-1 university, UTA stands among the nation's top 5% of institutions for research activity. UTA and its 280,000 alumni generate an annual economic impact of $28.8 billion for the state. The University has received the Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation from the Association of Public and Land Grant Universities and has earned recognition for its focus on student access and success, considered key drivers to economic growth and social progress for North Texas and beyond.
