3 short tales: A pioneer, a philanthropist and a prized student.
Spring 2019
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A Well-Designed Life
Professor Larry Speck shares a “smart way to give.”
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Keeping Texas Energized
Donor’s gift fuels Texas engineering.
Faculty Spotlight
An Air Force veteran and first-generation college student receives a life-changing opportunity when he’s admitted to The University of Texas at Austin.
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A Winning Combination
Houston couple’s gift is inspired by their experience on the Forty Acres.