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UT Researchers Stand Ready for Next Quantum Revolution
From solving specialized problems in quantum computing and developing sensors to training the next generation of quantum researchers, UT experts are meeting the moment.
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Meet the Longhorn Who Kicked His Way to $1.2 Million at College GameDay
Freshman Connor Kacena-Merrell took home the cash prize from Pat McAfee’s “College GameDay” kicking contest.
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Texas Engineer Michael Webber Wins McGraw Prize in Education
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UT, Then and Now
In 1936, the UT Tower had just become the tallest building in Austin. Fast forward nearly 90 years, and Austin looks a little different. One thing that hasn’t changed: The Tower still stands at the heart of the Forty Acres. Take a trip through UT history since the Tower was built.

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Garrison Hall’s Centennial
Preservationist Kim Barker takes viewers on a tour of one of the Forty Acres’ most iconic buildings as the History Department celebrates 100 years of Garrison Hall and a century since awarding its first Ph.D.
From Longhorn linebacker to lifelong leader 🧡
Corbin “Corby” Robertson has been giving back to UT since he first stepped onto the Forty Acres in 1965. Now, he’s helping lead the effort to restore one of his favorite Longhorn landmarks, the UT Tower.
Read Corby’s story at the link in our bio 🤘
Finally sweater weather 🧡
Happy first day of fall, Longhorns! 😅
The UT turtle pond is more than a campus landmark 🐢🔬
For the past four years, UT students have been getting hands-on experience studying the red-eared sliders that call campus home, from collecting samples to tracking and analyzing data. Their latest study found that UT’s turtles have a distinct set of microbes when compared with turtles from other Austin area ponds, and the research is just beginning.
Learn more at the link in our bio 🤘
Game day energy on the Forty Acres is unmatched🤘🏈
Follow Texas Social Media Ambassador and grad student Tamara as she takes us along to her first football game! 🧡
Get to know the Longhorn behind the winning (barefoot) @collegegameday kick 🤘
After kicking his way to $1.2 million, Connor Kacena-Merrell caught up with Social Media Ambassador Everett Etié to chat about life on the Forty Acres. 🧡












