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Carrying the Legacy Forward: Ali Altahafi Co-Chairs the Barbara Jordan National Forum

Jan. 28, 2025
Ali Altahafi, a Master of Public Affairs student at the LBJ School and one of this year’s Barbara Jordan National Forum (BJNF) chairs, draws from his personal experiences and professional aspirations to lead the 29th Annual BJNF.
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Resources for Graduate Students - January 2025

Jan. 24, 2025
Welcome back to campus! I hope you had a relaxing winter break, are settling into new schedules and routines and enjoyed the uncommon sight of snow in Austin. I am excited to see the progress you will make this semester toward your research, academic and professional goals. The University is here to support you every step of the way with resources, workshops and events tailored to your needs.
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UT’s Philosophy Graduate Program Moves up to Number 8 in Newly Published U.S. Rankings

Jan. 15, 2025
The University of Texas at Austin’s philosophy graduate program has moved into the top 10 of U.S. program rankings. The program is now tied for eighth place with the University of Pittsburgh, ahead of schools such as Harvard, Stanford, and MIT.
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Announcing the Graduate School Office of Career and Life Design

Jan. 14, 2025
I am writing to announce that the Graduate School’s Office of Career and Life Design has officially launched, and to tell you more about the exciting opportunities designed to further the success of graduate students and postdoctoral fellows at UT Austin and beyond.
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Postdoc Research: Some Bacteria Evolve Like Clockwork With the Seasons

Jan. 3, 2025
According to a new study in Nature Microbiology, researchers, which includes a UT postdoctoral fellow, found that through the course of a year, most individual species of bacteria in Lake Mendota rapidly evolved, apparently in response to dramatically changing seasons.
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Resources for Graduate Students - December 2024

Dec. 16, 2024
With winter break upon us, I want to take a moment to encourage you to reflect on your hard work and dedication this semester. You've navigated projects and papers, research questions and the creative process, all bringing you closer to achieving your academic and professional goals.
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From UT Campus to Capitol Hill: Meet the 2024 LBJ DC Center Graduates

Dec. 5, 2024
The ninth cohort of LBJ Washington Center graduate students from the LBJ School of Public Affairs embarked on a transformative journey, blending academic rigor with hands-on policy apprenticeships in Washington DC. The 2024 graduates reflect on their time at LBJ with gratitude for a supportive community, impactful policy work and a wealth of experiences that will undoubtedly shape their futures in public service.
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Resources for Graduate Students - November 2024

Nov. 21, 2024
With fall break around the corner, I know you are ready for some well-deserved time off! Whether you are traveling to see friends and family or staying in Austin, make sure to take some time to practice self-care as you prepare for the end of the semester.
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Empowering Nurses to Lead: DNP Graduate Jennie Joyner’s Path to Impactful Leadership

Nov. 8, 2024
During her time at the School of Nursing as a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) student, Spring 2024 graduate Jennifer (Jennie) Joyner, DNP, MSN, CPNP-AC, experienced personal and professional growth.
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Texas guard advances career through Moody College master’s program

Nov. 7, 2024
In her senior year, University of Texas at Austin guard Shay Holle played in all 38 Longhorn women’s basketball games. She scored double figures in 13, recorded five steals for Texas in their road to victory against Baylor and had a career-high of 22 points on 10-12 from the field against Oklahoma. But of all the games she’s played, Holle said one of her most prized wins is her degree from UT.