Archive for: tuition revenue bonds
UT Schools Start the Push for State Construction Funds
By Rose Cahalan
The 84th session of the Texas Legislature doesn’t kick off for another six months, but calls for construction funding at state universities have already...
Despite Growing Public Doubt, Data Show College Is Worth It
By Andrew Roush
Few topics have inspired more hand-wringing and hair-pulling in recent years than the cost of college. Phrases like “return on investment,” “time...
Regents to Consider Funding for UT’s Engineering Research Center
By Andrew Roush
At a board meeting tomorrow, UT System regents will consider a plan to help fund UT-Austin’s proposed engineering hub, the Engineering Education and Research...
With Time Short, Zaffirini Pushes for Campus Construction
By Andrew Roush
The fierce higher education advocate explains how broadly supported campus-construction projects could still come to fruition. Describing the process of writing...
Branch: There’s Hope for Campus Construction Bonds
By Andrew Roush
The House higher education chairman Dan Branch says Gov. Perry is listening to calls for campus construction to be added to the call. The Texas House appropriations...
Campus Construction, Not on the Call, Finds Momentum in Special Session
By Andrew Roush
Lawmakers are pushing for new buildings and renovations across the state. Is it a fool’s errand, or a show of solidarity? On Thursday, the Texas House appropriations...
Leaders, Legislators Push For Campus Construction Bonds
By Andrew Roush
As Texas heads into another special session, higher education leaders are waiting to see whether Gov. Perry will add campus infrastructure legislation to the agenda. In...
Legislators Urge Perry to Add Campus Construction to Special Session
By Andrew Roush
With the clock ticking down on the special session, legislators are looking to avoid missing another deadline for university infrastructure projects—and they need...
TXEXplainer: Can the Legislature Still Fund UT’s Engineering Building?
By Andrew Roush
As the regular session of the Texas Legislature lurched across the finish line Monday, lawmakers left behind a number of bills—including one that would fund UT’s...
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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