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January 13, 2026

University again recognized with Carnegie Community Engagement designation

UT San Antonio is among only 277 out of roughly 4,000 degree-granting institutions nationwide to hold this elective Carnegie classification. Read more

January 9, 2026

Students fuel their future with scholarships from experiential learning showcase

By telling the stories of their real-world learning experiences, three students earned thousands of dollars at the Roadrunner Experience Showcase. Read more

October 21, 2025

UT San Antonio receives statewide award for career readiness programming

The University of Texas at San Antonio is one of six institutions across the state to receive the 2025 Texas Higher Education Star Award. UT San Antonio is receiving the 2025 Star Award for its Najim Strategist Program, a hands-on, project-based learning opportunity where students work as paid consultants for local companies. Read more

October 14, 2025

UT San Antonio named 2025 Student Success Award finalist by APLU

The Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU) has named The University of Texas at San Antonio one of five finalists for the 2025 Excellence in Student Success Award. Presented annually, the award recognizes institutions demonstrating a comprehensive, systemic commitment to advancing student success. Read more

September 23, 2025

From classroom to career: See how UT San Antonio works to prepare students for what’s next

By promoting hands-on learning and real-world application, the university is working to ensure students graduate with academic knowledge and the practical experience needed to excel in today’s evolving workforce. Read more

June 9, 2025

Najim invests $6M in student success and career readiness at UTSA

UTSA students will gain expanded access to hands-on learning and career preparation as the result of a new $6 million commitment from San Antonio philanthropist and longtime UTSA supporter Harvey E. Najim. Over the next decade, this gift will support programs at the Harvey E. Najim Center for Innovation and Career Advancement and the Carlos Alvarez College of Business, strengthening opportunities for students to gain real-world professional experience. Read more

April 15, 2025

Inaugural Working Learner Appreciation Week celebrates UTSA student employees

UTSA's inaugural Working Learner Appreciation Week recognized the more than 1,000 student employees who contribute to the university’s success. The week featured events and activities to celebrate and build a sense of community among student employees and their supervisors. Read more

January 17, 2025

UTSA scholarship recipient is leading initiatives in innovation and service

UTSA Honors College student Elias Flores believes in making a meaningful impact across the university’s campuses and the San Antonio community. As a sophomore majoring in management and information systems at the Carlos Alvarez College of Business, Flores balances his academic responsibilities with hands-on experience as a work-study student. Read more