News

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UT Celebrates Life of Joe R. Long, Distinguished Alumnus and Transformative Philanthropist

October 09, 2026

Joe R. Long, who received two degrees from The University of Texas at Austin and through his and his wife’s philanthropy made a huge impact on their alma mater, died Oct. 7 at age 96. The couple made transformational impacts in the College of Education, among other areas.

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National Deaf Center Awarded $24 Million in Funding

October 07, 2026

The financial awards enable NDC to continue and expand its support for deaf people pursuing continuing education, training, careers and long-term advancement.

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Media Mentions: September 2026

September 30, 2026

To assist our community in staying up to date on the media landscape in the college, we have compiled a media summary of news clips and mentions.

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Meet Mary Steinhardt

September 22, 2026

Steinhardt, professor of Kinesiology and Health Education and the University’s research integrity officer, is committed to service.

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Research, Impact and Achievements: September 2026

September 21, 2026

Celebrating the achievements of the members of our community.

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Honoring the Life and Legacy of Santosh Panjwani

September 21, 2026

Santosh Panjwani believed deeply in the transformative power of education—a belief he passed on to his son, Manny. Now, Manny and his wife, Manju, are carrying his legacy forward with an endowment at the College of Education to support the next generation of educators.

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College of Education Athletes Score Big

September 18, 2026

Six former student-athletes from the College of Education have been inducted into the Texas Athletics Hall of Honor.

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Media Mentions: August 2026

August 28, 2026

To assist our community in staying up to date on the media landscape in the college, we have compiled a media summary of news clips and mentions.

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Research, Impact and Achievements: August 2026

August 18, 2026

Celebrating the achievements of the members of our community.

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Hook ’Em Here 2026: Interns Work, Learn and Grow

August 17, 2026

This summer, College of Education students interned with the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area and Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District.

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