Student Experience

Event: More than 150 high school students from throughout Texas will meet with community leaders to present solutions for addressing problems in their communities, including what to do with abandoned big-box stores; how to ensure student input in school governance decisions; and

Students, faculty and staff members at The University of Texas at Austin will gather on the university’s West Mall at noon Dec. 2 to sing in celebration of the holiday season and the generosity of people who contributed to the Orange Santa gift program.

Watch a video about undergraduate researchers, their interests and how they’re changing the world.

Watch “Why,” the last of the university’s five new TV spots featuring alumni projected in grand style on the Tower.

In this Longhorn Network academic content preview, watch how Architecture students use good design to make a positive impact on a local community.

Dr. Soncia Reagins-Lilly, dean of students, comments on media reports about a controversial Twitter post sent this week regarding the shooting at the White House. The reports claim the tweet came from an official of a University of Texas at Austin organization.

In this slideshow, the contents of a 54-year-old time capsule found during Steindam Hall’s demolition are exposed.

Students will soon be able to enjoy club and intramural sports at the newly renovated and dedicated Caven Lacrosse and Sports Center at Clark Field.

Event: The University of Texas at Austin will celebrate the grand opening and dedication of the Caven Lacrosse and Sports Center at Clark Field. Chancellor Francisco Cigarroa and President Bill Powers will attend the ceremony.

A week of culturally rich events turns the spotlight on the university’s variety of internationally related programs and organizations.