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“Our students are entering a critical and divisive world. We must prepare them to have wisdom. We must prepare them to understand truth, beauty, and goodness – foundational principles that are the promise of the arts and humanities.”

-James E. Davis, President

Jim Davis at the podium during his inauguration
Jim Davis at the podium during his inauguration

“Our students are entering a critical and divisive world. We must prepare them to have wisdom. We must prepare them to understand truth, beauty, and goodness – foundational principles that are the promise of the arts and humanities.”

-James E. Davis, President

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The Inauguration and Investiture
of the 31st President

James E. Davis

President James E. Davis

Jim Davis is the 31st President of The University of Texas at Austin. He previously served as Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer and as Vice President for Legal Affairs and Business Strategies.


Texas Statement on Academic Integrity: Academic Freedom and Its Responsibilities

The Faculty Working Group on Academic Integrity—comprised of esteemed faculty members from a wide range of academic units —worked tirelessly and collaboratively to develop a statement that defines our character as a flagship university and affirms our duty to teach with academic honesty.

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    A Defining Moment for Our University

    Dear Longhorn Nation, There are moments in our University’s history when Longhorns have changed the course of our future. Today is one of those moments. We are taking a bold step forward. Earlier this afternoon, sitting alongside Susan and Michael Dell, Governor Greg Abbott, Board of Regents Chairman Kevin Eltife,…

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    Walking Together through Tragedy

    Today, it was confirmed that among those who lost their lives is one UT student. A child of loving parents. A loyal friend to many. A Longhorn preparing to change the world. It is devastating, and I know all of us are grieved by this horrible news and we will remember her.

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    A Message from President Davis

    Today is a difficult day for our city and the University. We are deeply saddened by the tragedy that occurred early this morning in downtown Austin.

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