Latest Updates

Our path toward Day 1 of integration
January 13, 2025

Our path toward Day 1 of integration

On the heels of a new year, we face an opportune time to reaffirm our vision and commitment to building a world class university to serve our city, state, nation and beyond. Since announcing our merger last August, we have been deeply encouraged by the enthusiastic support of our San Antonio community.

Welcome to spring semester 2025!
January 22, 2025

Welcome to spring semester 2025!

We hope you had the opportunity to recharge over the winter break and celebrate the new year in a way that was meaningful to you.

A Message From UT System
January 23, 2025

A Message From UT System

The University of Texas System is pleased to share the following announcement with the UTSA community. 

Establishing a leadership structure for our unified university
February 13, 2025

Establishing a leadership structure for our unified university

Effective September 1, 2025, the Executive Cabinet for our new institution will be established with the following initial structure, and we expect that it will evolve and expand as the institution’s large-scale operational functions, needs and priorities become more defined over time.

Divisional updates to prepare for integration
March 3, 2025

Divisional updates to prepare for integration

The following divisions and leaders, alongside many of our colleagues, will begin their work during this transition phase in preparation for Day 1 of integration on September 1, 2025.

University updates and forthcoming town halls
March 6, 2025

University updates and forthcoming town halls

Provost and Executive Vice President Shipley, Executive Vice President Salazar and I are organizing a series of town halls hosted by leadership for conversations with divisions, colleges and governance groups that will take place throughout the month of March. Please keep an eye out in the coming days for an announcement with dates and times.

Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April 14, 2025

Sexual Assault Awareness Month

During SAAM, UTSA offers various events and resources on campus to promote healing, advocacy, prevention and survivor support.

Integration Management & Operational Updates
April 29, 2025

Integration Management & Operational Updates

As we continue our planning efforts and prepare for subsequent phases, we’ve reached a point in the process where we must create an internal framework to support current and future integration efforts.

Congratulations on a strong close to spring 2025!
May 9, 2025

Congratulations on a strong close to spring 2025!

Congratulations on finishing the spring semester strong! I know how hard you’ve worked to get here, and I’m deeply proud of the progress you’re making each day to achieve your bold academic and personal goals.

Integration Organizational Updates
May 9, 2025

Integration Organizational Updates

Today I am writing to share an update to the leadership structure for our new, unified university, as announced earlier this year.

Great news from SACSCOC: Our merger has been approved!
June 16, 2025

Great news from SACSCOC: Our merger has been approved!

The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), our institutional accreditor for quality assurance in higher education, has officially approved the merger of The University of Texas at San Antonio and The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.

Budget and Legislative Updates Regarding the 89th Texas Legislature
June 30, 2025

Budget and Legislative Updates Regarding the 89th Texas Legislature

The 89th Texas Legislative regular session has concluded, allowing me the opportunity to update you about the session and matters that will impact us, particularly around the state budget passed by Senate Bill 1 and signed into law by Governor Abbott.

Community update on regional flooding impact
July 5, 2025

Community update on regional flooding impact

As many of you know, our neighboring communities in the Hill Country along the Guadalupe River are experiencing devastating impacts from severe flooding. In the days and weeks ahead, many of our community members will need tremendous support.

Aug. 1 leadership appointments and launch of new President's Cabinet for UT San Antonio
July 23, 2025

Aug. 1 leadership appointments and launch of new President's Cabinet for UT San Antonio

Over the last several months, we’ve shared the initial framework and adjustments of the new university leadership structure for our merged institution. While those important efforts continue, we’ve decided to expedite the appointment of two key leaders as well as launch our new President’s Cabinet and shared governance bodies in advance of September 1.

A first look at our new UT San Antonio brand
August 21, 2025

A first look at our new UT San Antonio brand

Over the past year, our Brand & Marketing Task Force and Communications Task Force — working in close partnership with the strategic consulting firm Prophet and numerous colleagues across both campuses—have been building something truly extraordinary. The result is a visionary brand narrative that reflects our aspirations as one new, united powerhouse institution.

A first look at our new UT San Antonio brand
August 21, 2025

A first look at our new UT San Antonio brand

Over the past year, our Brand & Marketing Task Force and Communications Task Force — working in close partnership with the strategic consulting firm Prophet and numerous colleagues across both campuses—have been building something truly extraordinary. The result is a visionary brand narrative that reflects our aspirations as one new, united powerhouse institution.