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The Ones Who Inspire US
President for Academic Strategies and College of Liberal Arts Professor Richard Flores pays tribute to Américo Paredes By Jessica Sinn • October 12, 2022 In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re highlighting some books, films and historical figures selected by several professors from schools and colleges across the university. We caught up with Richard Flores, deputy to the president…
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The Ones Who Inspire Us
School of Nursing Professor Janice Hernandez pays tribute to the first Mexican American to earn a Ph.D. in nursing By Jessica Sinn • October 12, 2022 In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we caught up with Janice F. Hernandez, clinical assistant professor and division chair of holistic adult health nursing, for suggestions on who we should learn more about…
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The Ones Who Inspire Us
Fernando Luiz Lara shares his reading recommendation for Hispanic Heritage Month By Jessica Sinn • October 12, 2022 In the spirit of Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re highlighting some books, films and historical figures selected by several professors from schools and colleges across the university. We caught up with Fernando Luiz Lara, the R. G. Roessner Centennial Professor and…
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956 Strong
A Q&A with RGV Familia Student Leader Rodrigo Moran By Jessica Sinn • October 14, 2022 Meet Rodrigo Moran, an economics/government junior who came to UT Austin by way of Mission, Texas. Working alongside his fellow student leaders with RGV Familia, he is is helping to make the campus feel more like home for many students from the…
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Celebrating Native American Heritage Month
A listing of campus events, books and stories celebrating Native American heritage and culture By Jessica Sinn • November 9, 2022 November is National Native American Heritage Month, a time to reflect on the immeasurable contributions made by the first stewards of our nation. Listed below are some campus events, reading materials and stories that honor and celebrate the rich…
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Celebrating Our Veterans
Meet Darren Hale, chair of the new Military/Veteran Faculty & Staff Association By Jessica Sinn • November 10, 2022 During his career with the U.S. Navy Civil Engineer Corps, Darren Hale traveled far and wide to oversee construction projects and base operations on naval bases stationed in Bahrain, Spain, Italy, Romania, Southwest Asia, Hawaii and many other regions around the…
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Celebrating Our Veterans
Meet Richard Costa, vice chair of the Military/Veteran Faculty & Staff Association By Jessica Sinn • November 10, 2022 After speaking with Richard Costa about his work as project manager for Construction Services, you’re likely to have a newfound appreciation for every door that you see on the sprawling University of Texas at Austin campus. On any given week,…
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Diversity Rocks!
Renowned Geoscientist Scott Tinker explains why diversity is critical for building a better world By Jessica Sinn • November 30, 2022 After another year of record-breaking weather events, concerns about the toll of our rapidly changing planet continue to rise. As we grapple with the realities of climate change, we turn to STEM scientists for answers. However, national…
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Proud to Be First
A Q&A with First-Gen Longhorn Lucia Diaz By Jessica Sinn • November 30, 2022 During the first week of November, our vast community of first-gen students were celebrated at various fun, festive and informative events on campus. Held every year during the week of National First-Gen Celebration Day, the university’s First-Gen Celebration Week recognizes the achievements made by…
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