March | April 2019
How the Texas Exes’ Founding Shaped the State’s History
By Danielle Lopez
It’s a story nearly as old as the state of Texas itself, dating back to when the university was just a 40-acre piece of land, and Old Main grandly stood upon...
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How Texas and Longhorns Are Tackling Maternal Mortality in Texas
By Anna Daugherty
At my first prenatal appointment, I was given a pink folder. On it were two dolphins jumping and the words: “Have the birth of your dreams.” To be clear, I...
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How UT Became Home to One of the Nation’s Largest Collections of Latin American Art
By Sofia Sokolove
A new exhibition at the Blanton explores the intersection of Latin American art and language—and celebrates a field that The University of Texas helped bring to...
One UT Alumna’s Experience Reporting on the Trump White House
By Meridith McGraw
On Jan. 3, 2019, I was sitting in the cramped, close-quarters office I share with my colleagues at the ABC News booth located outside of the James S. Brady press...
Four New Books From the Longhorn Universe
By Cat Cardenas
Mercados By David Sterling Following the success of his James Beard Award-winning cookbook Yucatán, chef David Sterling returns with Mercados—a love letter to...
Our 2018 Outstanding Young Texas Exes on What’s Shaped Their Success
By Sofia Sokolove
The Outstanding Young Texas Ex Award recognizes Texas Exes age 39 and younger who have made significant achievements in their careers and service to the university. Nominations...
UT Professor’s New Book Explores the Economic Value of Slaves In American History
By Cat Cardenas
UT history professor Daina Ramey Berry has dedicated her professional life to filling in the gaps of American history. Growing up in an African-American family just...
Setting the Bar: Meet the 2019 President’s Leadership Awards
By Danielle Lopez
Every year, a few special students reveal themselves to possess a sense of passion and ambition that turns heads. Whether they’re mentoring peers, creating nonprofits,...
The Way Back: Our Waterloo
By Ben Wright
Travis, music, Lamar, Students, Waterloo, university, weird. These are all words we associate with Austin and they come together in these 1983 pictures of a certain...
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Starting Here: Meet the 2024 President’s Leadership Award Winners
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World-Changers Reconnect With the University Through the Tower Fellows Program
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Taking Over From Legendary Swim Coach Eddie Reese Is Another Legend
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Racing Ahead: The 2024 President’s Impact Award
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The Long Game Brings Local Heroes From the Putting Green to the Silver Screen
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Beloved Director Celebrates 30 Years Leading the Scottish Rite Dormitory
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Starting Here: Meet the 2024 President’s Leadership Award Winners
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World-Changers Reconnect With the University Through the Tower Fellows Program
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Taking Over From Legendary Swim Coach Eddie Reese Is Another Legend
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Racing Ahead: The 2024 President’s Impact Award