Seliger, Dewhurst Take Action Regarding Regents
Two days after lawmakers’ emotional show of support for President Powers, Senate higher education chair Kel Seliger has filed legislation relating to the role...
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UT Advocates Podcast: State Senator Kel Seliger
The chairman of the Senate higher education committee talks to us about the Top 10 Percent Law, formula funding, and his impression of UT. Plus, he tells us about...
TXEXplainer: Powers’ Report to UT Regents
A two-day Board of Regents meeting saw an extensive discussion of priorities and progress at UT-Austin. We break down the issues. What was the occasion? The UT...
How Does UT Fare on President Obama’s College Scorecard?
In his State of the Union address, the President spoke about college affordability and accountability. We compare UT against its national peer group. On Tuesday...
UT National Medal of Science Winners Reflect on Their Success
Honored by the President, two UT professors reflect on long scientific careers and what keeps them searching for new discoveries. At most universities, having two...
Higher Ed Administrators Focus on Completion (and UT)
Ohio State University president E. Gordon Gee is leading a national movement focused on completion rates—and he’s pointing to UT as a model. At an invitation-only...
UT Scouts Location for Medical School
The medical school steering committee is considering locations near the University, and the decision may come soon. With a new name and a new vice provost leading...
UT Advocates Podcast: Orange & Maroon Legislative Day
We look back on the biennial gathering of Longhorns and Aggies at the State Capitol, see what unites these rivals, and look ahead to what’s next. At the...
Longhorns, Aggies Turn Texas Capitol Orange, Maroon
Though much may divide them, UT and A&M alumni united this week to kick off their advocacy efforts at the Texas State Capitol. Nearly 200 graduates from The...
UT Advocates Podcast: Powers on Efficiency (and Parking)
President Bill Powers talks to us about UT’s push for efficiency—and instructs us on the finer points of the Texas lexicon. Powers is the 28th President...
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This Texas Ex Is Singing His Cowboy Songs in Music City
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How a Former Marine Built UT’s National Championship Weightlifting Team
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Two Award-Winning Professors (and One Hollywood Celebrity) Make Science Cool
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The Way Back: Hoop Dreams
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Good Reads Q&A: This Children’s Book Brings Social-Emotional Learning to Life in Technicolor
