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“Each of us who serve and learn at UT has the rare opportunity to contribute our time and talents to shape a better future.”

-James E. Davis, Interim President

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“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.”

James E. Davis

Interim President

Jim Davis is Interim 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.

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    An Announcement from Interim President Jim Davis

    Dear UT Faculty and Staff, The Texas Legislature is on the verge of passing Senate Bill 37, so we will begin planning changes to be ready for the fall semester. SB 37 will enact several changes to the governance and academic operations of Texas public universities and colleges that go…

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    John Dalton Named Vice President for Student Affairs

    Dear UT Students, Faculty and Staff, I am excited to announce that John Dalton, who has served in numerous leadership roles over 25 years at our University, will become Vice President for Student Affairs on June 16. I am grateful that he has accepted this opportunity to serve, and I…

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    A Message from Interim President Jim Davis

    Dear UT Students, Faculty and Staff, Dr. David Vanden Bout has been a steady, trusted presence during his time as Interim Executive Vice President and Provost, and I am grateful for his service and partnership. David has chosen to return to his role as Dean of the College of Natural…

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