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Class of 2026

Congratulations to The University of Texas at Austin Class of 2026! Read about some of the outstanding UT26 graduates who made a lasting impact on the Forty Acres and are ready to shape a better tomorrow.

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    From Introvert to Innovator

    Milit Patel graduated with a published cancer study, a biotech startup and friendships that ground his research.

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    Taking Her Shot

    Sarah Graves proves the power of presence during game day and beyond.

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    From Study Sessions to Sourdough

    Two Longhorns turned their shared love of baking into a neighborhood bread business that sells out every week.

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    A Longhorn on Pointe

    Senior Katarina Jakimier does it all on the Forty Acres — and gracefully.

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    Colt McCoy Returns to DKR

    The former Texas Longhorns quarterback took the stage Saturday night to deliver the commencement keynote speech.

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    Class of 2026 Celebrates Success at University-wide Commencement

    Graduates from this year’s class heard from Longhorn legend Colt McCoy on Saturday evening at the University’s 143rd commencement

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    Making a Texas-Sized Impact

    College of Liberal Arts senior reflects on his journey as class president and the ways the past four years have shaped his future

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    6 Paths, 1 Purpose: Celebrating Dell Med’s Class of 2026

    Dell Medical School’s Class of 2026 reflects a new kind of physician — shaped by lived experience, driven by purpose and keenly focused on a new vision for what it means to practice medicine.

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    Bonding Over Service

    Hayley Garza, B.A. 2026, will graduate from the Jackson School of Geosciences with a career path in the U.S. Air Force and a role model for her journey

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    Marcy Peña’s Legacy of Leadership

    Throughout her time in the College of Education, she mentored over 100 fellow Longhorns

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    Through persistence and passion, Jesus Martinez has built a career in entertainment

    The RTF senior says a lifelong love of movies inspired him to take big leaps during his time at Moody College

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    Law School Grads Pursue Careers as Vast as Texas

    Three exceptional graduates reflect on their experiences at Texas Law and their next steps.