News
Oct 4, 2024
National Night Out Unites the Roadrunner Community
The UTSA Department of Public Safety welcomed hundreds of Roadrunners to their annual National Night Out (NNO) on Tuesday, Oct. 1.
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Sep 27, 2024
UTSA and VIA partner to expand on-demand transportation service downtown
UTSA students, faculty and staff have new travel options free of charge throughout downtown San Antonio.
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Sep 3, 2024
Peanut Butter Parking Campaign collects peanut butter as payment for eligible parking citations
UTSA Campus Services is asking Roadrunners to help stock the Whataburger Resource Room by paying eligible parking citations with a donation of peanut butter as part of the annual Peanut Butter Parking Campaign.
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Sep 3, 2024
UTSA Chief Medical Officer Dr. Beth Wichman retires after decades of UTSA, UT System service
Dr. Beth Wichman, chief medical officer at UTSA, retired on Aug. 31, 2024, after an extensive career supporting the Roadrunner community. She worked with UT System for over 30 years and at UTSA since 1998.
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Aug 28, 2024
UTSA Public Safety creates a safe and welcoming environment for all
The UTSA Department of Public Safety fosters a safe, welcoming and engaging environment for the Roadrunner community through a wide array of safety programs and resources.
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Aug 21, 2024
UTSA bookstore renovations and dining refreshes improve campus experience
In its first major renovation since 2008, the Rowdy Campus Store at UTSA will get some exciting updates aimed at enhancing the in-store experience for students, faculty, staff and visitors.
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Aug 20, 2024
San Antonio Business Journal honors Mary Hernandez with 2024 Women’s Leadership Award
Mary Hernandez, UTSA interim vice president for business affairs and senior associate vice president for administration and operations has been recognized as an honoree in the San Antonio Business Journal’s 2024 Women’s Leadership Awards program.
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Aug 19, 2024
UTSA Police Department holds annual awards ceremony
The UTSA Police Department (UTSAPD) recently held its annual awards ceremony to recognize officers, staff and community members who provided exemplary service over the past year
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Aug 15, 2024
Leadership provides update on campus growth initiative
As we prepare for the new academic year, we are excited to share an update regarding UTSA’s campus master planning efforts. Since 2019, we have been engaged in a thoughtful campus master planning initiative, which serves as a roadmap to guide the university’s strategic growth in alignment with our academic mission.
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Aug 15, 2024
UTSA, TAMUSA Behavioral Intervention Teams host annual coalition
UTSA and Texas A&M University-San Antonio (TAMUSA) recently partnered to host the annual San Antonio Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) Coalition, which provides a forum for in-depth discussion on advancing campus safety.
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Aug 9, 2024
UTSA downtown expansion strategy advances with plans to purchase One Riverwalk Place
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) today announced the next step in its strategic vision to create new educational and workforce collaboration opportunities in downtown San Antonio.
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Jun 11, 2024
UTSA brings Roadrunner spirit to 2024 Corporate Cup
This year’s San Antonio Sports Corporate Cup main event was held Saturday, June 1 at the University of the Incarnate Word.
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May 13, 2024
Centro, UTSA and VIA Announce Micro Transit Solution Now Also Available to the Downtown San Antonio Community
Centro San Antonio (Centro), in collaboration with The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), VIA Metropolitan Transit (VIA) and eCab North America (eCab) announced today the approval of permits authorizing free public use of The Little Runner shuttle service.
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Apr 26, 2024
Campus Services announces 2024 Parking Permit Design Contest winners
This year’s Parking Permit Design Contest was a resounding success, receiving dozens of submissions from UTSA students looking to show their UTSA pride through their inspiring artwork.
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Apr 11, 2024
Carrie Charley appointed new associate vice president for Campus Services
Carrie Charley recently joined UTSA Business Affairs as the new associate vice president for Campus Services.
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Mar 28, 2024
UTSA earns STARS Gold rating for sustainability achievements
The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education has awarded UTSA with a Gold rating on its Sustainability Tracking, Assessment and Rating System (STARS).
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Mar 25, 2024
Business Affairs Employees Nominated for University Excellence Awards
Congratulations to the Business Affairs team members who were nominated for this year’s University Excellence Awards!
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Mar 25, 2024
UT Health San Antonio opens facility on UTSA Park West campus
A new UT Health San Antonio outpatient and surgery center, UT Health at Kyle Seale Parkway, is now open.
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Mar 7, 2024
UTSA partners with Centro to provide downtown eShuttle
UTSA and Centro are partnering on a pilot program to provide free an e-shuttle service in downtown San Antonio.
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Mar 1, 2024
UTSAPD and TxDOT Present "Drive Sober. No Regrets."
The University of Texas at San Antonio Police Department (UTSAPD) is partnering with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) for the annual "Drive Sober. No Regrets." event, which will be held Monday, March 4, 10 a.m.–3 p.m., in the Student Union Paseo.
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Jan 26, 2024
Salazar and Shipley to assume executive vice president positions at UTSA
Effective immediately, Veronica Salazar will assume the position of Executive Vice President for Business Affairs and Chief Enterprise Development Officer. Dr. Heather Shipley will assume the position of Interim Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs.
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Jan 25, 2024
Financial Affairs Welcomes Marco Garcia and Phranses Williams
Financial Affairs is pleased to welcome two new assistant vice presidents who bring substantial knowledge and experience in supply chain and budget operations and management.
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Jan 16, 2024
UTSA welcomes students to campus for spring semester classes
A new year and a new semester have arrived. University buildings, eateries and classrooms will once again be filled with the hustle and bustle of Roadrunners returning to campus following the month-long winter break.
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Dec 22, 2023
UTSA Police Department Kicks Off Holiday Season with Toy Distributions
The UTSA Police Department’s (UTSAPD) Blue Santa made his first ever appearance as officers teamed up with UTSA’s Alpha Phi Sigma, Walmart and Braun Hall for toy distributions this month.
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Nov 8, 2023
TxDOT’s $11.7M grant to improve walkability and bikeability on UTSA campus
UTSA has been awarded an $11.7 million grant through the Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) Transportation Alternatives (TA) program to improve bicycle and pedestrian paths on its Main Campus.
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Nov 3, 2023
O. Henry residence to relocate to UTSA Downtown Campus
This weekend, the O. Henry House will be relocated to a new location at 702 Dolorosa St., where permanent foundations will be built for the structure.
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Oct 31, 2023
Take the Extra Steps: Join Us for a Wellness Walk downtown!
Walking is an accessible and beneficial exercise that requires no special equipment and readily fits into busy schedules. Walking just 30 minutes per day is an excellent goal to promote overall mental and physical well-being.
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Oct 27, 2023
UTSA updates community on ITC visioning scenarios with release of evaluative report
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) today shared with the community an evaluative report on scenarios for the future of The Institute of Texan Cultures...
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Oct 6, 2023
National Night Out Highlights Crime Prevention Programs
The UTSA Police Department (UTSAPD) celebrated National Night Out (NNO) on Tuesday, Oct. 3. to promote police partnerships with the Roadrunner community.
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Sep 18, 2023
UTSA named a top employer in Texas by Forbes for second year in a row
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) has been named a top employer in Texas by Forbes for the second year in a row, demonstrating the institution’s dedication to fostering an exceptional workplace.
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Sep 15, 2023
UTSA Wellness shares important resources for National Suicide Prevention Month
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Suicide is a serious public health concern in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2021, 48,183 people died by suicide in the U.S. That is one death every eleven minutes.
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Sep 14, 2023
HACU names two UTSA leaders as fellows to national HSI leadership academy
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) has named Mary G. Hernandez, UTSA senior associate vice president for administration and operations, and Erica T. Sosa, a professor and associate dean for research success in the UTSA College for Health, Community and Policy (HCAP), as fellows in its leadership academy, La Academia de Liderazgo.
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Aug 28, 2023
Peanut Butter Parking Campaign lets Roadrunners pay eligible parking citations with peanut butter donations
UTSA Campus Services is asking Roadrunners to help stock the Whataburger Resource Room in an innovative way: paying eligible parking citations with a donation of peanut butter.
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Aug 24, 2023
San Pedro II design continues focus on sustainable future for downtown San Antonio
The University of Texas System Board of Regents recently approved an update to the funding for the San Pedro II development project, previously approved in November 2022.
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Aug 21, 2023
San Pedro I awarded prestigious LEED green building certification
San Pedro I, home of the UTSA School of Data Science and the National Security Collaboration Center, has been awarded a prestigious Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification.
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Aug 21, 2023
UTSA Dining offers new and refreshed locations to keep Roadrunners fueled for success
This fall, Roadrunners can enjoy new dining locations at the Main Campus, as well as fresh new looks for existing favorites.
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Aug 15, 2023
Campus Services delivers essential resources and services to enhance every Roadrunner’s experience
Each day, UTSA students, faculty, staff and campus visitors rely on the essential resources Campus Services provides for the Roadrunner community.
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Aug 14, 2023
New UTSA Assistant Police Chief Pledges to Serve the Roadrunner Community
The UTSA Police Department (UTSAPD) once again made history as it inducted its first female assistant police chief, Angel Lemmonds, at a swearing-in ceremony on Aug. 10 in front of students, faculty, staff and friends of the university.
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Aug 7, 2023
UTSA announces Blanco Hall, a new living-learning community for undergraduates
UTSA announced plans today for Blanco Hall, a new residence hall that will expand the university’s housing options for first-year students and sophomores.
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Aug 3, 2023
President Eighmy details Veronica Salazar’s expanding role at UTSA
UTSA’s momentum of becoming a university of the future in the city of the future continues to advance us to new heights.
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Aug 3, 2023
Business Affairs Organizational Changes
Earlier today, Dr. Eighmy sent a campus-wide communication sharing an update about organizational changes within Business Affairs and my expanded role as Senior Vice President for Business Affairs and Chief Enterprise Development Officer.
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Aug 1, 2023
UTSA Dining staff recognized by Food Management magazine
The University of Texas at San Antonio’s (UTSA) outstanding dining staff has been recognized by Food Management magazine for their positive impacts on the university community.
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Jul 28, 2023
Tiled mural by Mark Hogensen adds bold geometric patterns to San Pedro I
“Discovery Enterprise,” the second of two murals slated for UTSA’s Downtown Campus, will be installed beginning today, creating a vibrant new destination for arts enthusiasts in San Antonio.
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Jul 11, 2023
UTSA Senior Vice President Selected to Serve on United Way Advisory Council
Last month, the United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County Board of Directors unanimously approved a nomination for Veronica Salazar to serve on the United Way Advisory Council. Salazar serves as the Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President for Business Affairs at UTSA.
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Jul 10, 2023
UTSA People Excellence to host Virtual Annual Enrollment Fair
Tomorrow, People Excellence will commence its Virtual Annual Benefits Enrollment Fair. The fair, which takes place July 11-13, provides an excellent opportunity for benefits-eligible UTSA employees to learn more about their benefits options, assess their benefit needs and prepare for the annual benefits enrollment period, which runs from July 15-31.
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May 15, 2023
San Antonio Sports Corporate Cup brings spirit of competition to UTSA
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) will participate in the San Antonio Sports Corporate Cup from May 6 through June 3.
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May 15, 2023
UTSA Selects Veteran UT System Officer Angel Lemmonds as Assistant Chief of Police
The University of Texas as San Antonio (UTSA) has selected Angel Lemmonds as the next Assistant Chief of Police, effective July 1, 2023.
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May 10, 2023
Centro Announces 2023 State of Downtown + Downtown Tomorrow Strategy Launch
Centro San Antonio (Centro) will host the 2023 State of Downtown and an official launch of the Downtown Tomorrow Strategy.
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May 8, 2023
UTSA establishes new partnerships for custodial, groundskeeping services
UTSA will establish new contracts for campus custodial and grounds services beginning June 1.
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May 4, 2023
New murals by local artists to be installed at San Pedro I
Murals designed by two San Antonio artists will soon adorn UTSA’s San Pedro I building, located at 506 Dolorosa St. just east of San Pedro Creek.
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