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Research, Impact and Achievements: November 2026

Department of Educational Leadership and Policy

Richard J. Reddick • Professor and Senior Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education 

Richard J. Reddick, professor and senior vice provost for undergraduate education and co-host of “Black Austin Matters,” recently earned national recognition when the KUT and KUTX Studios podcast received a Silver Award in the talk show category at the 2026 Signal Awards. Co-hosted with Lisa B. Thompson and produced by Miles Bloxson, the podcast elevates the voices, experiences and culture of Central Texas’ Black community through conversations with artists, entrepreneurs and community leaders. Established in 2022, the Signal Awards recognize excellence and innovation in podcasting worldwide across a range of categories.