After the founding of Austin as the capital of Texas in 1839, perhaps the most significant long-term development for the city was the opening of the University of Texas in September 1883.

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Today, nearly two centuries later, “Gone To Texas” is a phrase used with pride by those accepted to The University of Texas at Austin, also known as “Texas.” On the eve of their first day of class, ...

While at UT, Davis oversaw campus operations and services, university housing and dining and UT ... Davis' background is rooted in the Longhorn legacy. He is a Texas Ex, and his father, Robert ...

Jim Davis, who has served as the University of Texas at Austin's chief operating officer since 2023, was named interim president of the school on Wednesday. Credit: University of Texas at Austin ...