Meet University of Texas at Austin alumni and friends who are changing the world through philanthropy and careful estate planning.
Summer / Fall 2026
Full Circle
Charlie Smith III honors his father’s Longhorn legacy by supporting leaders of the future.
The Science of Achievement
Karen Hagendorn encourages engineering students to pursue their dreams.
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.
Beyond the Gallery
Melinda Mayer cultivates creativity at the Blanton Museum of Art.