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The Weight of the World
By William Inboden and Paul D. Miller
The longest war in American history is over, but the mission is not accomplished. Now more than ever, the world needs our country to lead. On Dec. 28, 2014, after...
The Next CIA Director May Be a Longhorn
By Rose Cahalan
This afternoon, President Obama is expected to announce his picks for two top national security posts—and one of them is a UT grad. John Brennan, MA ’80, will...
UT Olympian Directs Team USA “Call Me Maybe” Clip [Watch]
By Joseph Washington
Can’t see the video? Click here. How do Team USA swimmers blow off steam while training for the most important competition of their lives? The world found...
Tweetgate Update: Students Respond, Wright Unapologetic
By Rose Cahalan
Everybody, it seems, has something to say about the Texas College Republicans’ recent Twitter drama. And we mean everybody. Since Monday, our post on Texas...
Leonard Pitts: “We Do a Bad Job Talking About Race in America”
By Rose Cahalan
“How are you all enjoying post-racial America?” So stung Leonard Pitts’ opening zinger at his lecture on campus last night. The Pulitzer Prize-winning...
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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