Thank you Jeff and team for making our campus beautiful for Commencement. You made us proud to show off the Forty Acres at this weekend's 142nd Commencement Ceremony🤘

John has already served the University in so many ways and for so many years. We are excited to have him as our next Vice President for Student Affairs. Welcome to the role, John! 🤘

And a big thank you to our Landscape Services and other teams! Their roles are often behind the scenes but their hard work is front and center.

What an incredible run to the first National Championship for Texas Softball! So proud of this team 🤘

A message from Interim President Jim Davis: “It’s been a tragic week in Texas. We deeply mourn the loss of so many lives from the hill country floods and pray for all who are impacted. We are also grateful for those working tirelessly to help and the many lives they have saved.

Will brings invaluable experience and a deep understanding of higher education and our dynamic University. He is the right leader for our academic programs, and I am thrilled to welcome him back to the Forty Acres!

When you believe what starts here changes the world, taking care of the “here” matters. Thank you to the crew who worked hard all summer to get our campus ready for another great school year at UT Austin. See y’all next week.🤘

I am honored to be named the 31st President of UT Austin. UT is my home, and I am deeply grateful to the UT System Board of Regents for the trust placed in me to lead this incredible University. Our future is bright, and I believe our best days are ahead.🤘

Over this weekend, I have felt how much the return to campus means to parents. To every parent, family member, and supporter who helped get your Longhorns here — thank you. We know the trust you’ve placed in UT Austin, and we carry that responsibility with care. Welcome to UT🤘

Mooov-In. Gone to Texas. The first day of class. Moments like these remind us why we’re here—students beginning new journeys, and faculty and staff making those experiences possible. Here’s to a great year ahead on the Forty Acres.

Student safety comes first. The new West Campus Patrol District expands UT Austin Police (UTPD) and Austin Police Department’s partnership to provide stronger, more consistent coverage in West Campus. 🤘 Read more: utex.as/3JSklqv

As a public flagship, UT has a responsibility to prepare leaders for Texas and the nation. The Clements Foundation’s $10 million gift strengthens the future of the Clements Center and expands opportunities for students to become leaders in national security.

I enjoyed visiting an Intro to Astronomy class on its first day of the semester. Fun to see the first spark of discovery in our students. 🤘

I spoke with the Texas Trailblazers about my own "why" —a sense of duty, commitment, and stewardship. I encouraged these student leaders to embrace the complexity and nuance of organizations and to recognize their own “why” may evolve. Thanks Gay Gaddis for inviting me.

Honored to take part in unveiling a statue of Vincent R. DiNino — “Mr. D” — who built the traditions and spirit that made the Longhorn Band the Showband of the Southwest. His legacy lives on through generations of students and alumni.

On this day in 1883, Texas founded its flagship university to educate Texans and pursue excellence. For 142 years, UT has lived that mission—preparing leaders, advancing discovery, and serving our state with pride. The Tower is its symbol. Learn more: tower.utexas.edu

Rex Tillerson is a true Longhorn for life who has given back to UT long after earning his degree. We are grateful to him and his family for investing in generations of students who will contribute to the state, nation, and world in the most impactful ways.

More students than ever. Highest standard of excellence. Grateful to our students, regents, faculty, and staff for making it happen.

The new Lorne Michaels exhibit is a unique chance to study and work with these substantial archives. An incredible opportunity that blends history, culture, and hands-on learning. Only at UT.

We're the #1 public university in Texas and #7 in the nation once again. And 76 undergraduate and graduate programs are ranked in the top 10 nationally. UT is thriving.