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  • UT Austin Update: Water Sustainability Innovation, AI & Microelectronics Advances, Leadership Changes, DEI Shifts, and Campus News

    UT Austin Update: Water Sustainability Innovation, AI & Microelectronics Advances, Leadership Changes, DEI Shifts, and Campus News
    2025/08/04
    Good afternoon, Longhorns! It's Monday, August 4th, and here's what's happening at the University of Texas at Austin. Currently, it's partly sunny with a temperature of 76 degrees. As the day progresses, expect intermittent clouds with temperatures reaching up to 97 degrees by mid-afternoon. Stay hydrated and take precautions against the heat. *Water Sustainability Initiative* UT Austin is taking a significant step toward water conservation with the development of the WaterHub, a 9,600-square-foot facility set to be the largest of its kind at a U.S. university. Scheduled to be operational by fall 2027, the WaterHub will reclaim up to 1 million gallons of wastewater daily, aiming to reduce the campus's reliance on Austin's municipal water supply. This initiative not only addresses environmental concerns but also provides a hands-on research laboratory for students and faculty to explore water treatment and reuse technologies. *Leadership Changes in Campus Operations* Amanda Barber, who has been serving as interim Executive Director of Campus Operations, will be leaving her role on March 5 to join Southwestern University in Georgetown as Associate Vice President of Facilities. The university acknowledges her dedication and service during the past year and a half and wishes her the best in her new position. *New AI Institute for Cosmic Discovery* The University of Texas at Austin has been selected to lead a new institute that harnesses artificial intelligence to explore some of the leading mysteries of the universe, including dark matter and the fundamentals related to the search for life. Housed in UT’s Oden Institute for Computational Engineering and Sciences, the NSF-Simons AI Institute for Cosmic Origins will be funded by the National Science Foundation and the Simons Foundation. *Advancements in Microelectronics* UT Austin has been awarded $840 million to build a facility for manufacturing the next generation of microelectronics used in Department of Defense systems. This substantial investment underscores the university's pivotal role in advancing national defense technologies. *Changes in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Programs* In compliance with the state's anti-DEI law, SB17, UT Austin has sent layoff notices to an estimated 60 staff members who previously worked in diversity, equity, and inclusion roles. The university is redirecting funds from DEI initiatives to teaching and research. Affected staff members have been given a 90-day layoff notice and will have the opportunity to apply for other open positions at UT Austin. *Student Response to DEI Changes* Following the reduction in DEI staff and resources, student organizations are actively fundraising to maintain support services. Groups like the Afrikan American Affairs board have transitioned to registered student organizations, seeking external funding to continue programs such as New Black Student Weekend and cultural graduation ceremonies. *New Basketball Coach Contract* The University of Texas System Board of Regents has approved a six-year, $32 million guaranteed contract for new Longhorns basketball coach Sean Miller. Miller, formerly of Xavier and Arizona, will start with a $4.8 million salary for the 2025-26 season, increasing by $200,000 annually. He also received a $250,000 relocation bonus and could earn up to $850,000 in annual performance-based bonuses. *Texas Science & Natural History Museum Reopening* After extensive renovations, the Texas Science & Natural History Museum reopened on September 23, 2023. Located on campus, the museum focuses on natural history, including paleontology, geology, biology, herpetology, ichthyology, and entomology. That's all for today's update. Stay cool, stay informed, and Hook 'em Horns!
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  • UT Austin Update: FLARE-X Wildfire Breakthrough, Space Mission Leadership, Hydration Tech, Softball Champions, and New Admissions Policy

    UT Austin Update: FLARE-X Wildfire Breakthrough, Space Mission Leadership, Hydration Tech, Softball Champions, and New Admissions Policy
    2025/07/28
    Good morning, Longhorns! It's Monday, July 28, 2025, and here's what's happening at the University of Texas at Austin. First, let's talk about the weather. Currently, it's cloudy and 77 degrees. Temperatures are expected to rise throughout the day, reaching a high of 97 degrees by late afternoon. So, stay hydrated and take precautions if you're spending time outdoors. In campus news, the FLARE-X team, led by Professor Luis Sentis and supported by senior aircraft design students, has advanced to the semifinals of the XPRIZE Wildfire competition. This $5 million contest challenges teams to develop autonomous systems for detecting and suppressing high-risk wildfires. The team's innovative approach has earned them a spot among the top 15 semifinalists. In the realm of space exploration, alumna Katie Mulry is leading an international team in Switzerland as part of the Asclepios project. This student-led space mission aims to simulate conditions in outer space, providing valuable insights for future missions. Katie's leadership exemplifies the university's commitment to advancing space research. On the research front, UT Austin engineers have developed a groundbreaking wearable sensor that continuously monitors hydration levels in real time. This non-invasive device could revolutionize how we track and maintain hydration, benefiting athletes, medical patients, and everyday users alike. In athletics, the Texas Longhorns softball team made history by clinching their first national championship in the program's history. Under the leadership of Head Coach Mike White, the team achieved an impressive 56–12 record, culminating in a victory at the Women's College World Series. Looking ahead, the university is preparing for a significant change in its admissions policy. Starting with the fall 2026 semester, UT Austin will automatically admit Texas high school students who graduate in the top 5% of their class, a shift from the current 6% threshold. This adjustment aims to manage the increasing number of applications while maintaining the university's commitment to academic excellence. That's all for today's update. Stay cool, stay informed, and as always, Hook 'em Horns!
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  • UT Austin Advances Water Sustainability, Welcomes New Coach, Faces Free Speech Lawsuit, and Boosts Northeast Enrollment

    UT Austin Advances Water Sustainability, Welcomes New Coach, Faces Free Speech Lawsuit, and Boosts Northeast Enrollment
    2025/07/21
    Good morning, Longhorns! It's Monday, July 21, 2025, and here's what's happening at the University of Texas at Austin. UT Austin is making significant strides in water sustainability with the development of the WaterHub, a 9,600-square-foot facility set to become the largest of its kind at a U.S. university. Scheduled to be operational by fall 2027, the WaterHub will reclaim up to 1 million gallons of wastewater daily, aiming to reduce the campus's reliance on municipal water and alleviate pressure on Austin's water supply. Located in the engineering district, the facility will also serve as a hands-on research laboratory for students and faculty. The UT System Board of Regents has approved a six-year, $32 million guaranteed contract for new Longhorns basketball coach Sean Miller. Miller, formerly of Xavier and Arizona, will start with a $4.8 million salary for the 2025-26 season, increasing by $200,000 annually. He also received a $250,000 relocation bonus and could earn up to $850,000 in annual performance-based bonuses. Miller replaces Rodney Terry, who was dismissed in March. Four current and former UT Austin students have filed a federal lawsuit against the university, Governor Greg Abbott, and law enforcement officials, alleging violations of their First Amendment rights following their arrests at an April 2024 campus protest against Israel's actions in Gaza. Represented by the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee, the students claim the arrests and university disciplinary actions were retaliatory and aimed at suppressing pro-Palestinian speech. The lawsuit asserts that Governor Abbott, with university President Jay Hartzell’s approval, deployed state police in riot gear to detain peaceful demonstrators. An increasing number of students from the Northeast are attending Southern public universities, particularly UT Austin. Factors such as warm weather, lower tuition costs, availability of merit-based scholarships, and political climate contribute to this trend. Between 2014 and 2023, the number of Northeastern freshmen at UT more than doubled from 121 to 245. Despite this growing interest, UT's admissions are largely reserved for top Texas high school graduates due to state law, limiting the influx of out-of-state students. The Jackson School of Geosciences reports that declining levels of aerosols could lead to more heatwaves in populated areas. Heatwaves are becoming more frequent worldwide, and while rising temperatures caused by greenhouse gas emissions are part of the problem, the declining levels of aerosols are also contributing to this trend. Enterprise Technology has entered a first-of-its-kind partnership with Longhorn Developers, a student-led organization at UT Austin. This collaboration empowers students to build impactful technology solutions using university-grade infrastructure and support. In response to last spring’s protests that ended in arrests and confusion, UT Austin has created a new unit dedicated to free speech on campus. This unit aims to tackle students' rights and responsibilities regarding free speech, ensuring a clearer understanding and management of such events in the future. Currently, it's mostly cloudy in Austin with a temperature of 77°F. Expect mostly sunny skies throughout the day, with temperatures reaching up to 98°F by late afternoon. That's all for today's update. Stay cool and Hook 'em Horns!
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