Academics

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Former New York Times Editor Named Director of UT Journalism School

Kathleen McElroy, a journalist and former editor at The New York Times, has been appointed as the new director for the School of Journalism at UT Austin.
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Experienced Leaders Go Back to School at UT Austin Thanks to New Program

UT Austin will launch a nine-month program that provides experienced professionals the unique opportunity to explore the vast educational resources of UT Austin through a highly personalized curriculum.
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UT International Board of Advisors Creates Award for Global Learning

The UT International Board of Advisors has launched its first program, the President’s Award for Global Learning, as part of its effort to further internationalize the campus and prepare future global leaders.
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New Rowling Hall Is the Future of Business Education at UT Austin

The McCombs School of Business is celebrating the opening of its new 497,500-square-foot graduate business facility, Robert B. Rowling Hall, today at The University of Texas at Austin.
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Gateway to UT Austin Campus to Change With Opening of 497,500-Square-Foot Graduate Business Building

The McCombs School of Business will celebrate the grand opening of its new 497,500-square-foot graduate business education center, Robert B. Rowling Hall. The facility will provide an iconic look to one of the gateways to campus.
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UT/TT Poll: Top Republicans Enjoy Comfortable Leads in Primary Races While Democrats Deliberate on Their Choice for Governor

The latest University of Texas/Texas Tribune Poll finds the state’s top Republican incumbents largely unchallenged in their party’s nominating contests.
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New Online Tool Will Decrease Time to Degree

With a $500,000 grant from Greater Texas Foundation, UT Austin will develop a new online tool allowing students across Texas and the nation to better understand how to transfer college credits between institutions.
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7 International Programs to Kick-Start Your Global Career

Employers are looking for candidates with international experience who can lead, adapt and succeed in any situation. These programs help give UT students a head start in a global market
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Hildebrand Department of Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering Established With Gift from Family of Regent and Industry Leader

A transformative gift has been made by the Hildebrand Foundation to support the Cockrell School of Engineering.
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering Department to Announce Milestone Gift and New Name at Campus Celebration

Celebrating a milestone gift and a new name for the Department of Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering.
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Texas OnCourse: Preparing Students for College & Careers

Texas OnCourse, a new statewide initiative developed by UT Austin ensures that students, families and educators have the resources they need to help every student chart a course to success after high school.
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Finding the Equation to End Hunger

Joy Youwakim, a senior majoring in economics, believes improving agriculture is key to changing the future. She hopes her equations could eventually help end hunger.