Child Development Center says “goodbye” to founding director
In September 1991 the Child Development Center opened its doors and Dr. Sandy Briley, founder and director of the center, helped make on-campus child care a reality. Now, after 20 years on the job,...
View ArticleChillin' like it's 1977
Thanks to energy efficiency improvements, The University of Texas at Austin’s power plant uses roughly the same amount of fuel as it did in 1977 — yet it produces about twice the power and serves...
View ArticleTower lighting delayed for Earth Hour
The University of Texas at Austin will join the City of Austin in demonstrating its commitment to the environment by delaying the normal lighting of the Tower until 9:30 p.m., March 26. This local show...
View ArticleA stellar scholar and student employee
With a megawatt smile and a humble demeanor, Geological Sciences senior Brandon Okafor stepped into a room full of his colleagues on March 1 for the surprise of his life, namely the honor of receiving...
View ArticleTower lighting is delayed for Earth Day
In recognition of Earth Day, the Tower at The University of Texas at Austin will be dark during the evening hours of Friday, April 22. The clock faces and aircraft warning lights will remain on. At...
View ArticleTower shines orange tonight
The Tower at The University of Texas at Austin will be lighted orange Friday evening (May 13) in celebration of the recipients of the 2011 President’s Staff Awards. Staff members are honored with Staff...
View ArticleHere comes the sun
A ceremony held June 2 celebrated the completion of the largest solar power system at one location in the city of Austin. Dr. Pat Clubb, vice president for University Operations, flipped an oversized...
View ArticleTower lighting delayed for Earth Hour
The University of Texas at Austin will collaborate on global energy and climate change awareness by participating in Earth Hour 2012. This will mark the third year in a row the university has...
View ArticleTower shines orange tonight
The Tower at The University of Texas at Austin will shine orange Thursday evening (May 3) in celebration of the recipients of the 2012 President’s Staff Awards. Staff members are honored with Staff...
View ArticleTower Goes Dark for Earth Hour
The University of Texas at Austin will mark its fourth year participating in Earth Hour 2013 on Saturday, March 23. In a show of collaboration on global energy and climate change awareness, the...
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