Latest Updates

Welcome to the start of a new semester!
January 17, 2023

Welcome to the start of a new semester!

Welcome to the start of a new semester! As a university community, we have so much to look forward to in 2023. This spring will bring some exciting new developments.

Updates on the 88th Legislative Session
January 12, 2023

Updates on the 88th Legislative Session

The 88th Legislative Session began this week, and I thought I would take a moment to briefly update you about our university’s plans and collaborations.

2023 State of the University
January 30, 2023

2023 State of the University

UTSA is establishing new programs that are making it possible for more individuals to achieve a college degree, improving access to higher education and promoting social mobility in the greater San Antonio region. Here more from the President's 2023 State of the University.

Celebrating the grand opening of San Pedro I
January 9, 2023

Celebrating the grand opening of San Pedro I

Today marks an exciting day for UTSA as we celebrate the grand opening of San Pedro I — a new anchor for San Antonio’s tech corridor and home to our School of Data Science and National Security Collaboration Center.

Ways to participate in the strategic plan refresh process
February 7, 2023

Ways to participate in the strategic plan refresh process

As we approach the mid-point of our current strategic plan—five years in, five to go—I’d like to take a moment to reflect on how much we’ve achieved together working towards our three strategic destinations.

Update on the search for SVP Research and Economic Development
April 5, 2023

Update on the search for SVP Research and Economic Development

We are writing to update you on the status of the search for the next Senior Vice President for Research and Economic Development. After thoughtful consideration, we’ve elected to pause the search and re-commence later this year (or early next).

UTSA and Budget Updates Regarding the 88th Texas Legislature
June 20, 2023

UTSA and Budget Updates Regarding the 88th Texas Legislature

Now that the 88th Texas Legislative regular session has concluded, I’m writing to provide general updates on several outcomes and their implications on UTSA, particularly around the state budget passed by House Bill 1 and signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott.

President Eighmy addresses UTSA’s admissions policies
June 29, 2023

President Eighmy addresses UTSA’s admissions policies

Today’s U.S. Supreme Court ruling overturning the use of race-based affirmative action criteria for college admissions provides me an opportunity to share some perspective with our Roadrunner community and clarify any possible effect on admissions policies at UTSA.

Congratulations to Veronica Salazar on her expanded role!
August 3, 2023

Congratulations to Veronica Salazar on her expanded role!

UTSA’s momentum of becoming a university of the future in the city of the future continues to advance us to new heights. With this evolution comes an opportune time to evaluate roles that align clearly with our institutional plans for growing enrollment, further developing our five campuses, leading capital projects and city placemaking, and enhancing and diversifying our streams of revenue.

Congratulations! UTSA achieves NRUF eligibility!
August 9, 2023

Congratulations! UTSA achieves NRUF eligibility!

It is with great pride that we share UTSA has met the State of Texas’ eligibility criteria to participate in the National Research University Fund (NRUF) and successfully passed the audit by the State Auditor’s Office.

It’s Election Day! Get out the vote.
November 7, 2023

It’s Election Day! Get out the vote.

Today is Election Day for the Joint Constitutional Amendments, General, Special, Charter and Bond Election. If you didn’t have a chance to vote early, now is the time to make your voice heard!

A message of thanks to our Roadrunner Veterans
November 10, 2023

A message of thanks to our Roadrunner Veterans

It’s a tremendous source of pride for our university that 16% of our students are military-affiliated, and nearly 300 of our faculty and staff have served. The sacrifices you’ve made have not gone unnoticed, and I’m honored to call you members of our Roadrunner family.

Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October 11, 2023

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Each October, our campus community reaffirms our commitment to a zero-tolerance environment for sexual misconduct and assault. To encourage continued education, Wellbeing Services and The PEACE Center are hosting various programs to inform all Roadrunners on the many ways you can get involved in our efforts to prevent domestic violence.

Presentation: Long Range Financial Plan
November 15, 2023

Presentation: Long Range Financial Plan

Presentation: President Eighmy presented UTSA’s “refreshed” strategic plan and pro forma (long-range financial plan) to the UT System Board of Regents on November 15, 2023.

Evolution of a vision: Eighmy shares updated strategic goals for UTSA
November 21, 2023

Evolution of a vision: Eighmy shares updated strategic goals for UTSA

President Taylor Eighmy presented UTSA’s five-year long-range financial plan at last week’s University of Texas System Board of Regents meeting in Austin. Described as “An Evolving Vision for UTSA,”the financial plan is forward-thinking and highlights the results of UTSA’s important strategic plan refresh over the last year.

Preventing discrimination and upholding UTSA’s values
November 27, 2023

Preventing discrimination and upholding UTSA’s values

Like so many of you, I am deeply disturbed by the violence and suffering occurring in the Middle East. The situation is of tragic proportion. Likewise, I am troubled when I look at how the conflict is manifesting itself with dramatic instances of antisemitism and Islamophobic discrimination across our country, including on our college campuses.