Student Experience
-
Gov. Abbott Visits UT Austin to Sign Bill for Higher Education Research Funding
Gov. Abbott visited UT Austin for a bill-signing ceremony to implement the new Governor’s University Research Initiative, designed to attract top talent to public universities in Texas.
-
President Fenves Takes Office
On a lively first day as the 29th president of UT, Gregory L. Fenves shared with campus and the Austin community his vision for the future of UT and how he will “innovate excellence.” View photos from Fenves’ first day in office and watch his introductory press conference.
-
Tower’s Glow Honors President Fenves
The UT Tower will have a burnt-orange glow Wednesday, June 3 to mark the university’s transition in leadership as Gregory L. Fenves takes the reins as the university’s 29th president.
-
Tower Shines June 2 for President Powers
The UT Tower will have a burnt orange glow Tuesday, June 2 to mark the last day of Bill Powers’ nine-year presidency.
-
Statement from UT Austin President Designee Gregory L. Fenves on Campus Carry Legislation
The following is a statement from UT Austin President Designee Gregory L. Fenves.
-
In Praise of Failure: UT Commencement Edition
In honor of things not going according to plan, here are some thoughts on the value of failure, brought to you by the wise words of speakers — all UT alumni — from commencement ceremonies that actually happened.
-
Looking Back on a Stormy, Resilient 2015 Commencement
Students, faculty, family and friends enjoyed college and school convocations before the storms hit. And even though the university-wide ceremony was canceled, the celebration went on.
-
Ford Foundation President Darren Walker Asks Graduates to Consider the Road Ahead
Darren Walker, president of the Ford Foundation and Texas Ex, shared his commencement speech in a live-streamed program Saturday evening. View the full transcript here.
-
Commencement Speaker Honors Graduates
Darren Walker, president of the Ford Foundation, joins President Powers, Chancellor McRaven and Student Government President Kori Rady in honoring the Class of 2015. Walker will share his commencement remarks in a live stream at 8 p.m. tonight. Tune in to the live stream.
-
Tower Shines for Class of 2015
The university Tower will shine with entirely orange lights and a “15” configuration in its windows to honor this year’s graduating class both Saturday, May 23 and Sunday, May 24.
-
Commencement Canceled Due to Inclement Weather
The 2015 university-wide Commencement ceremony has been canceled due to inclement weather and nearby lightning. We share in your disappointment and congratulate our graduates on their many accomplishments.
