Texas Global Newsletters

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Winter 2024

Texas Global celebrates its return to the newly renovated space at 2400 Nueces, designed to be a connecting point for all those engaged in global activities at UT Austin. This issue also highlights international events, stories, scholarships, and accolades, including our selection as a 2023 Fulbright Hispanic-Serving Institution Leader.

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Fall 2023

UT Austin made history as the first U.S. university to co-host FILUNI 2023 in Mexico City, featuring over 42,000 participants, 317 publishers, and more than 50 collaborative conference sessions. Explore FILUNI success stories and other highlights of the University's dedication to internationalization, including "Take the World by the Horns," the new program for first-time college students, and International Education Week.

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Summer 2023

Amidst a vibrant summer, UT Austin takes center stage at Mexico City's La Feria Internacional del Libro de las Universitarias y los Universitarios, FILUNI 2023. As the honored guest, the university will engage in over 50 dynamic events, from discussions to performances. Celebrate the enriching collaborations and transformative impact of Longhorns worldwide in this issue.

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Spring 2023

Texas Global congratulates all graduating Longhorns and reflects on the growth and success of international programs post-pandemic. Almost 2,000 students are expected to study or intern abroad this summer while academic delegations and leaders will continue to connect alumni and partners in various regions. Read more about international activities in the 2020-2022 Global Engagement Report.
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Global Engagement Report 2020-2022

UT Austin's connections span more than 170 countries. This report highlights the ways the university's commitment to international partnerships and collaboration helps build an academic community rooted in creative expression and open dialogue, forges cutting-edge advances in research, and unites Longhorns in global service.
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Fall 2022

The University of Texas at Austin is off to a great start this school year, with a bold 10-Year Strategic Plan emphasizing a commitment to making a positive impact on the world. Texas Global aims to bring the world to UT and UT to the world and the video "Texas is Global" showcases the university's position as a leading institution in global education, research, and service.
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Summer 2022

Texas Global is enriching the Forty Acres by celebrating the rebound of students study abroad to pre-pandemic levels, welcoming 180 fellows, faculty, and entrepreneurs through the Global Programs and Innovation unit, and providing nearly $600,000 in grants to support faculty and academic units in their global engagement endeavors.
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Spring 2022

Texas Global expands UT Austin's global reach with Mexico Global Gateway and successful international events, including the Redefining Health Care Summit in Barcelona. Financial support for international students has quadrupled over the past two academic years, thanks to sustaining donors. In this issue, Dr. Sonia Feigenbaum shares plans for the future with UT News.
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Winter 2022

A series of noteworthy accomplishments top the headlines on this newsletter. UT Austin received the Senator Paul Simon Award and was recognized as a top producer of scholarship recipients by the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program. In addition, Texas Global grants have been instrumental in advancing the university's global engagement efforts.
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Fall 2021

UT Austin is boosting its global engagement efforts with the launch of the Texas Global Alumni Relations unit and the Campus Internationalization Event Fund, which will support global engagement events on campus. Additionally, funding from federal and state entities and the Scholar Rescue Fund Alliance will facilitate leadership development, entrepreneurship, and capacity-building opportunities.
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Spring 2021

Texas Global is expanding UT Austin's global reach with initiatives like the Texas Global Faculty Research Seed Grants, the President’s Award for Global Learning, and the Texas Global Dialogues. The recently released Global Engagement Report highlights international activities from all 18 UT Austin colleges and schools.
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Fall 2020

Despite the challenges presented by COVID-19, Texas Global has seized the opportunity to innovate and enhance global education. We have launched a new website, supported grants, and developed programs that continue to strengthen our partnerships on campus and abroad.
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Global Engagement Report 2018-2020

The University of Texas at Austin's Global Engagement Report (2018-2020) showcases the university's commitment to global collaboration, research impact, and international education. With renowned faculty, a diverse student population and transnational partnerships, UT Austin is preparing students to succeed and lead in an interconnected world. Through innovative programs and initiatives, the university continues to change the world and create a better future.

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Winter 2020

UT Austin proudly announces the establishment of Texas Global, a dedicated effort to advance our global engagement mission. We celebrate our top national and global academic rankings, recognition as a leading producer of Gilman scholars, Fulbright participants, and Peace Corps Volunteers, and the honor of being ranked third in the country for study abroad participation.
Sonia Feigenbaum, Senior Vice Provost for Global Engagement and Chief International Officer

Fall 2019

UT Austin welcomes Sonia Feigenbaum as the inaugural senior vice provost for global engagement and chief international officer. The university celebrates its recognition as a top producer of Fulbright U.S. students for the 10th consecutive year and as a top producing institution for the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program this fall.