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Education / Higher Ed

UT Austin to Merge Liberal Arts Departments Amidst Controversy

The University of Texas at Austin is undertaking a significant restructuring of its College of Liberal Arts, merging seven departments into two. This decision, announced by President Jim Davis, has ignited debate regarding its potential imp...

Feb 13, 2026 23:30 University of Texas to merge seven liberal arts departments into two new ones

UT Austin to Merge Liberal Arts Departments Amidst Controversy

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News / City Life

Austin Couple Donates $100M to UT Medical Center; Mexflies Threaten Rio Grande Valley Crops

A significant donation boosts UT Austin's medical ambitions, while South Texas farmers face a new threat from Mexican fruit flies.

Jan 15, 2026 23:00 What time do UT Austin admissions decisions come out? What we know

Education / University News

University of Texas Appoints Davis as President and Zerwas as Chancellor

The University of Texas (UT) Board of Regents has officially appointed James Davis as the university's next president and Dr. John Zerwas as the next chancellor. Both individuals have been serving in these roles during the board's candidate...

Aug 21, 2025 22:34 Davis, Zerwas officially take UT Austin leadership roles after regents' vote