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THE FORTY ACRES

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.

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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.

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Explore the Full Schedule

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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

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Afternoon

College, School & Unit Showcases

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Blanton Museum of Art
Join Director Simone J. Wicha and special guests for an afternoon of art and conversation. Experience what makes the Blanton an exciting, nationally recognized museum.

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
Join Cockrell School leaders, esteemed members of our community and Texas Engineering students to hear how what starts here changes the world.

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
Join Dean Ramón H. Rivera-Servera for highlights of the college’s innovation and research initiatives, a special panel featuring alumni and donors, and live performances by faculty and students.

2 – 4 p.m.
B. Iden Payne Theatre
F. Loren Winship Drama Building

College of Liberal Arts
The liberal arts are the cornerstone of any great research institution. Join us for special presentations from College of Liberal Arts faculty who are shaping human knowledge with their research, scholarship, service and creativity.

2 – 4 p.m.
Classrooms 202 and 203
AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center

College of Natural Sciences
Meet our new Dean David Vanden Bout and celebrate recent innovations and discoveries — in areas like machine learning, biomedical technology and natural resilience — made possible by donors like you.

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.

2 – 4 p.m.
Hotel Ella
1900 Rio Grande St., Austin, TX 78705

Dell Medical School
What starts at Dell Medical School? The next generation of physician leaders. Lifesaving research discoveries. World-class health care. Come experience the future of health — for you and our community.

2 – 4 p.m.
Outside the Health Learning Building

Harry Ransom Center
Join Director Stephen Enniss for an insider’s view of the Ransom Center’s exhibition galleries, conservation labs and film collection, followed by a celebratory reception.

2 – 4 p.m.
Prothro Theater
Harry Ransom Center

Jackson School of Geosciences
Dean Claudia Mora, staff, faculty and volunteer leaders will highlight campaign priorities and impact for the Jackson School.

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
Join new Dean Lillian Mills for inspiring testimonials about how the McCombs School of Business is shaping leaders of the future through scholarships, experiential learning programs, talented faculty recruitment, and our new undergraduate building plans.

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
Join Dean Michelle Addington and special guests for a discussion on the future of the School of Architecture, what it means for Texas and beyond, and how you can get involved.

2 – 4 p.m.
Mike & Maxine Mebane Gallery
Goldsmith Hall

School of Information
Join Dean Eric T. Meyer and iSchool faculty, students and staff as we highlight the tremendous impact of our generous partners and learn what the future has in store.

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
Join Dean Alexa Stuifbergen and Nursing leaders to celebrate the campaign launch in our new Walker Lobby. Stay for light refreshments and a tour of our newly renovated spaces.

2 – 4 p.m.
School of Nursing

Student Affairs
Join Dr. Soncia Reagins-Lilly, vice president for student affairs and dean of students, for a reception celebrating students Living the Longhorn Life, with special performances every half hour.

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.

Etter-Harbin Alumni Center

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2 – 6 p.m.

Optional Campus Activities

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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.

Main Mall

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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

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Prez Reception
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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.

Main and South Malls

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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.

Rowling Hall Lobby

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VIP brunch

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

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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

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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.

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