Student Experience

As the Forty Acres expanded well beyond its original boundaries, the idea of a formal entrance for the south side of the growing campus began to emerge. It’s finally a reality.

Darrell Bazzell has been appointed senior vice president and chief financial officer of UT Austin. He is currently the vice chancellor for finance and administration at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

An independent review of Texas Athletics Student Services division has found that the university strongly supports its student-athletes and follows NCAA rules — but could do even more to support those students in the classroom.

The iconic Tower is The University of Texas at Austin’s most recognizable landmark, and 2015 brought plenty of reasons for the Tower to show off Longhorn pride with a burnt-orange glow.

2015 brought a little bit of everything to the Forty Acres.

Last year the Texas Legislature passed two laws regarding the carrying of guns that have been the topic of much discussion on campus and in the media. Read about the difference between these two laws and their potential impact on campus.

UT Austin mourns the death of Distinguished Alumnus and major philanthropist Joe Jamail.

UT Austin President Gregory L. Fenves, Men’s Athletic Director Mike Perrin and School of Law Dean Ward Farnsworth offer condolences on the death of UT alumnus and philanthropist Joe Jamail.

Our faculty members, graduate students and staffers write thoughtful, sometimes provocative, opinion columns on a variety of topics throughout the year.

What starts here changes the world—and makes national headlines, as shown by these top campus news stories from 2015.