President Jay Hartzell gives his state of the university speech

“We are at a special moment in time. It’s our chance to move the University forward, to find more ways to move our students forward.”

President Jay Hartzell gives his state of the university speech

“We are at a special moment in time. It’s our chance to move the University forward, to find more ways to move our students forward.”


On September 18, 2024, President Jay Hartzell delivered his annual State of the University Address, where he spoke about how we continue to advance excellence, student experience and innovation at UT Austin.

  • Message

    A Message from President Hartzell

    Dear UT Community, When students ask for advice, I typically respond thematically: Follow your passions, take some chances, stretch outside your comfort zone, and think of how you would like to make an impact. Today, I am writing to let you know that I am following my own advice, which…

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    Announcing UT’s Executive Vice President and Provost

    Dear UT Community, I am thrilled to announce that Professor Rachel Davis Mersey, who holds an appointment as the Everett D. Collier Centennial Chair in the School of Journalism and Media and has served as UT’s Interim Provost since the beginning of this academic year, will assume the permanent position…

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  • Speech

    2024 State of the University Address

    On September 18, 2024, President Jay Hartzell spoke about how we continue to advance excellence and innovation at UT Austin and create the most comprehensive and impactful academic experience for our students.

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