Welcome to
THE FORTY ACRES
Schedule at a Glance
Friday, March 4
| 10:30 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. | Spring Development Board Meeting & Luncheon |
| Afternoon | College, School & Unit Showcases |
| 2 – 6 p.m. | Texas Exes Open House Optional Campus Activities |
| 4:30 – 6 p.m. | Presidential Reception |
| 6 – 7:30 p.m. | Taste of UT Food Festival |
| 7:30 – 10 p.m. | Campaign Launch and Celebration |
Saturday, March 5
| 8 – 10 a.m. | Presidential Brunch |
| 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | TEDxUTAustin |
| noon – 2 p.m. | 25th Texas Leadership Society Luncheon |
| Afternoon | Optional Campus Activities |
Arrival & Parking
Friday, March 4
Complimentary self-parking is available from noon – midnight in the university’s San Jacinto, Brazos, San Antonio and Speedway garages. From 12:30 – 11 p.m., a shuttle will make stops between these garages, the AT&T Conference Center and select locations near the center of campus.
Guests attending events at Dell Medical School may park in the Health Center Garage.
Saturday, March 5
Complimentary self-parking is available from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the university’s Brazos Garage.
Platinum Badge Holders and Texas Leadership Society Members
Please check your registration email for valet parking instructions.
Badge Pickup
After parking on Friday, please pick up your badge to start your weekend on campus. You will need to show your credential to enter the Friday evening and Saturday events. Please select the best badge pickup location for your schedule.
| 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.. | Level M2 Guest Services Desk | AT&T Conference Center |
| 1 – 9 p.m | Guest Services Tent | South Mall |
| 3:30 – 6 p.m. | Presidential Reception (Platinum access only) | Main Mall |
Getting Around Campus
We hope you enjoy the chance to explore the Forty Acres!
On Friday, a shuttle will make stops between event parking garages, the AT&T Conference Center and select locations near the center of campus. Golf cart courtesy shuttles will also be available from noon – 6 p.m.
Explore the Full Schedule
Friday, March 4
10:30 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Spring Development Board Meeting &
Luncheon
Members of the University Development Board are invited to the spring business meeting and working lunch with members of UT’s International Board of Advisors.
Amphitheatre (Level M2, Room 204)
AT&T Conference Center
Invitation Required
Afternoon
College, School & Unit Showcases
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Blanton Museum of Art
2 – 4 p.m.
Michener Gallery Building
Blanton Museum of Art
Briscoe Center for American History
View a selection of acclaimed photographer Robert Polidori’s stunning, large-format photographs in a special preview of the forthcoming exhibit Present/Past: The Robert Polidori Photographic Archive.
2 – 4 p.m.
Briscoe Center for American History
Cockrell School of Engineering
2 – 4 p.m.
Mulva Auditorium & The Commons
Engineering Education and Research Center
College of Education
Come see our new spaces and learn about our bold new vision to Reimagine Education. Join college leaders, faculty and students committed to improving lives and being change-makers.
2 – 4 p.m.
Massey Honor Hall, Room 2.500
George I. Sánchez Building
College of Fine Arts
2 – 4 p.m.
B. Iden Payne Theatre
F. Loren Winship Drama Building
College of Liberal Arts
2 – 4 p.m.
Classrooms 202 and 203
AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center
College of Natural Sciences
2 – 4 p.m.
Multipurpose Room
San Jacinto Residence Hall
College of Pharmacy
Join Dean Samuel Poloyac for a reception highlighting the impact our generous partners have on our students and the ways you can be part of Texas Pharmacy’s exciting future.
Dell Medical School
2 – 4 p.m.
Outside the Health Learning Building
Harry Ransom Center
2 – 4 p.m.
Prothro Theater
Harry Ransom Center
Jackson School of Geosciences
2 – 4 p.m.
Holland Family Student Center
Jackson Geological Sciences Building
LBJ School of Public Affairs
Join Dean JR DeShazo and fellow LBJ friends, alumni, students, faculty and staff for a celebration on the LBJ School plaza.
4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
LBJ School
McCombs School of Business
2 – 4 p.m.
Sylvie & Gary Crum Auditorium, Room 1.400
Robert B. Rowling Hall
Moody College of Communication
Join Dean Jay Bernhardt and campaign volunteer leaders for a celebration with music, refreshments and the opportunity to engage with the students and faculty who benefit from your philanthropy.
2 – 4 p.m.
Dealey Center for New Media Lawn
School of Architecture
2 – 4 p.m.
Mike & Maxine Mebane Gallery
Goldsmith Hall
School of Information
2 – 4 p.m.
Santa Rita Room
Texas Union
School of Law
Join Dean Ward Farnsworth and Texas Law faculty to celebrate the School of Law as the greatest enterprise in American legal education through stories of alumni and community impact and a bold vision for the school’s future.
2 – 4 p.m.
Susman-Godfrey Auditorium
Townes Hall
School of Nursing
2 – 4 p.m.
School of Nursing
Student Affairs
2 – 4 p.m.
Ballroom
William C. Powers, Jr. Student Activity Center
Texas Athletics
Join Vice President and Director of Athletics Chris Del Conte, along with several Longhorn Legends, for an exclusive kick-off to the Texas Athletics campaign in our new South End Zone premium facility.
2:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Darrell K Royal – Texas Memorial Stadium South End Zone
2 – 6 p.m.
Texas Exes Open House
Unwind and recharge at this come-and-go event with refreshments and lots of burnt-orange spirit. Celebrate the impact of Longhorns around the world and learn more about the Texas Exes’ vision for the future.
Open to All
2 – 6 p.m.
Optional Campus Activities
Blanton Museum of Art
Don’t miss a visit to the Blanton Museum of Art, a gem of campus and Austin. Experience the museum’s wide-ranging collection galleries, a major exhibition of Colombian artist Oscar Muñoz, new work by artist and performer Terry Allen and more.
4 – 6 p.m.
Blanton Museum of Art
Briscoe Center for American History
View a selection of acclaimed photographer Robert Polidori’s stunning, large-format photographs in a special preview of the forthcoming exhibit Present/Past: The Robert Polidori Photographic Archive.
2 – 5 p.m.
Briscoe Center for American History
Campus Tours
Remember your favorite places and discover new, world-changing facilities on a tour of the Forty Acres. Start your tour at the new Admissions Welcome Center and visit with UT students!
Guided tours have limited capacity. Please call Tabitha Sisson at 512-232-3596 to reserve your place. Self-guided tours are also available.
4:30 – 6 p.m.
Admissions Welcome Center
Hall of Fame
The Frank Denius Family University of Texas Athletics Hall of Fame, opened in 2019, commemorates our storied Longhorn athletics traditions and celebrates the achievements of our student-athletes, coaches and administrators.
2 – 6 p.m.
Frank Denius Family University of Texas Athletics Hall of Fame
Texas Memorial Museum
The Texas Memorial Museum is devoted to the natural sciences and exhibits the university’s stunning biological and geological collections.
2 – 6 p.m.
Texas Memorial Museum
4:30 – 6 p.m.
Presidential Reception
Platinum badge holders are invited to join President Jay Hartzell and Michael and Susan Dell for an exclusive event.
Invitation Required
6 – 7:30 p.m.
Taste of UT Food Festival
Join us for food, drinks, music and fun provided by some of Austin’s most notable restaurants.
Sponsored by Dell Technologies
Open to All
7:30 – 10 p.m.
Campaign Launch and Celebration
Claim your spot at the Tower for the official campaign launch, followed by a UT-wide community celebration featuring a concert by the Grammy-nominated Black Pumas, fireworks, local food trucks and lots of fun.
Open to All
Saturday, March 5
8 – 10 a.m.
Presidential Brunch
Platinum badge holders are invited to a buffet breakfast with the student team behind Saturday’s TEDxUTAustin program.
Invitation Required
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
TEDxUTAustin
TEDxUTAustin is a student-led platform spreading new ideas and connecting a community eager to grow their impact on the world. Join UT student, alumni, faculty and community speakers for the 2022 conference, Blueprint.
Zlotnik Family Ballroom
AT&T Conference Center
Open to All
Program Schedule
Doors Open | 9:15 a.m.
Program Begins | 10 a.m.
Gloria Chan Packer, BBA ’11, Principal and Founder of Recalibrate, Workplace Mental Wellness
Karen Willcox, Director, Oden Institute for Computational Engineering and Sciences
Emily Yan, M.D./M.A. Design in Health Candidate ’23
Performance featuring the UT Austin Department of Dance
Scott Tinker, Global Energy Explorer and Filmmaker
We regret to inform you that Brené Brown, BSW ’95, will no longer be speaking at TEDxUTAustin. She was looking forward to sharing her talk with you and to learning from her fellow speakers. We appreciate your understanding and hope you enjoy the program.
Lunch | noon – 1:15 p.m.
Complimentary for all badge holders
Valeria Colunga, B.A. ’22, Next Generation Fellow of the United Nations Foundation
Tiffany and Leon Chen, B.S. ’01 and BBA ’01, Tiff’s Treats
Performance featuring a cappella group One Note Stand
Sanika Bhave, Canfield Business Honors and Plan II Honors ’22
Jim Allison, B.A. ’69, Ph.D. ’73, Nobel Prize Winner
noon – 2 p.m.
25th Texas Leadership Society Luncheon
Join President Jay Hartzell, former UT presidents and talented students for a special reception, student showcase, lunch and program to share how Longhorns are sustaining Texas’ lands, waters and ecosystems to seed a vibrant future.
Grand Ballroom (Level M3)
AT&T Conference Center
Invitation Required
Afternoon
Optional Campus Activities
Blanton Museum of Art
Don’t miss a visit to the Blanton Museum of Art, a gem of campus and Austin. Experience the museum’s wide-ranging collection galleries, a major exhibition of Colombian artist Oscar Muñoz, new work by artist and performer Terry Allen and more.
2 – 6 p.m.
Blanton Museum of Art
Briscoe Center for American History
View a selection of acclaimed photographer Robert Polidori’s stunning, large-format photographs in a special preview of the forthcoming exhibit Present/Past: The Robert Polidori Photographic Archive.
2 – 4 p.m.
Briscoe Center for American History
Hall of Fame
The Frank Denius Family University of Texas Athletics Hall of Fame, opened in 2019, commemorates our storied Longhorn athletics traditions and celebrates the achievements of our student-athletes, coaches and administrators.
2 – 6 p.m.
Frank Denius Family University of Texas Athletics Hall of Fame
Harry Ransom Center
The Harry Ransom Center is a research library and museum dedicated to sharing its extraordinary cultural collections. Visit the galleries to see one of only 20 complete copies of the Gutenberg Bible, the earliest surviving photograph, an iconic self-portrait by Frida Kahlo and special exhibitions including Women and the Making of Joyce’s Ulysses.
2 – 6 p.m.
Harry Ransom Center
Texas Memorial Museum
The Texas Memorial Museum is devoted to the natural sciences and exhibits the university’s stunning biological and geological collections.
2 – 6 p.m.
Texas Memorial Museum
Have questions or need help?
Contact utrsvp@austin.utexas.edu or call 512-471-5020.