Mrs. McDermott, whose philanthropic gifts made historic impacts on the educational and arts institutions of her native city of Dallas, died on May 3, 2018, at the age of 106. Read more »
Employers are invited to participate in the next Explore the World of Work (WoW) externship program during spring break March 14-18. Explore the WoW provides short-term professional shadowing experien Read more
Sometimes our orbits capture the right Comet. Whether it was under the moonlit trellis, across a reflecting pool, in a lab, at the dining hall or over Zoom, if you and your significant other met at UT Read more
After 13 total ceremonies across each of UT Dallas’ eight schools, more than 3,300 new graduates joined the UT Dallas alumni community last month. Here’s a look at some of the celebratory scenes f Read more
In honor of First-Generation Celebration Week, three UT Dallas alumni look back on their experiences as first-generation college students and how education made an impact on their lives. Read more
Tina Mani MS’95, CEO and co-founder of Unthink Inc. and YFret Inc., shares insight and advice for beginning entrepreneurs, from how to get started to who to lean on in the process. Read more
In honor of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, Safa Tariq BS’18 and Aiya Almzayen BS’20 talk about their early memories of the holiday and what it means to them. Read more
In an effort to give their family more work-life balance, Laura Patrick BA’13 and her husband, a popular local chef, took a leap of faith and started their own meal prep business. Read more
In honor of International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating the accomplishments of five female Comets who have turned their UT Dallas educations into successful careers. Read more
At the ripe age of 6, Julio Catalino Sadorra BS’13 discovered his competitive side. A native of the Philippines, Sadorra’s first love was basketball, until his dad organized a chess tournament in Read more
Whether you’re drowning in clutter or just need to revamp your closet, advice from professional organizer Heather Shapan BS’99 will provide the motivation you need to start organizing your space. Read more
Local business invests in UT Dallas students to promote accessibility and develop the city of Dallas as a high-tech hub. Read more
In honor of Black History Month, we’re highlighting the accomplishments of Black alumni and sharing University resources on prejudice and activism. Read more
Alumni couple creates a scholarship to support outstanding Dallas ISD students enrolling at the Jindal School. Read more
Gifts made in memory of the late Dr. Richard Brettell are fueling his vision for the expansion and integration of the arts at UT Dallas. Read more
Thousands of supporters continue to provide vital assistance to UT Dallas students through emergency funding during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more
A former Power Dancer for UT Dallas, Galbreath is now a seasoned veteran for the Dallas Cowboys Rhythm & Blue Dancers. Her success in the dance community has taught her more than just proper techn Read more
As the UT Dallas Alumni Association turns one-year-old, members who renew this year will receive a special gift to celebrate the occasion. Read more
As a student at UT Dallas, Ciara Elle Bryant BA’16 was able to expand her art from photography to mixed-media installations with a focus on people of color and their place and importance in art. Read more
After completing two master’s degrees in the Naveen Jindal School of Management, Tim Reazor MBA’18, MS’19 was able to make his dream of owning his own business a reality in 2018. The result is F Read more
The University of Texas at Dallas has named four new ex officio members to its Executive Board. Samantha Dwinell, Roger Gault, Paula Larsen and Emilynn Wilson were announced at the board's annual meet Read more
The Dallas Business Journal recently selected three alumnae of the Naveen Jindal School of Management as recipients of business awards. Sheena Payne MS’15 and Patti Niles, who earned an Executiv Read more
After graduating last December, Lalani found her calling teaching English to senior citizens. Now, she’s teaching international students virtually. Read more
After 14 years in the corporate sector, Lail Hossain MS’04 founded WithASpin to provide decorations and gifts for all occasions that help families express their Muslim identity. Read more
Student and patient emergency funding efforts, as well as research initiatives, at The University of Texas at Dallas will benefit from gifts made on Sept. 17 through the Communities Foundation of Texa Read more
University supporters John Olajide BS’04, founder and CEO of Axxess, and Fred Perpall, CEO of The Beck Group, are working in tandem to lead the Dallas business community’s response to inclusion an Read more
As civil protests flare across the United States, Tess Duke BS’17 found a way for activists to organize safely during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more
From Aug. 5-6, an extended Comets Giving Day lasting 1,969 minutes looks to make a record impact for UT Dallas. Read more
From participating in unique alumni traditions to resources and discounts, here’s how you can make the most of your new status as a UT Dallas alumnus. Read more
After becoming involved in LGBTQ organizations on campus, Cody Kuhn BA’17, MA’18 and Larry Guillen MBA’19 continue working to make the world a more inclusive, understanding place. Read more
In their roles at the food bank, Erica Yaeger MBA’02, Vicky Eaglebear MBA’18 and Diana Kao BA’11, MS’16 are focused on feeding those in need, one change at a time. Read more
From feeding frontline workers to helping create ventilators for coronavirus patients, these Comets are doing what they can to help those in need. Read more
Whether you are an essential worker, working from home or looking for a break from your day-to-day routine, these recommendations and resources will help guide you through this unprecedented time. Boo Read more
From assisting friends and family to helping strangers in need, we want to hear how UT Dallas alumni are making a difference during this time. Share your stories here. Read more
Through the resourcefulness of her father, Ratonyi and her family were able to escape the Holocaust before living in a refugee camp. Through moves to New York and eventually Dallas, Ratonyi kept her e Read more
Inspired by her late mother, Huang developed an organization that teaches refugee women job skills through catering for a cause. Read more
Sign up as a digital ambassador, help celebrate the 50th anniversary, and be a part of the largest Comets Giving Day in UT Dallas history. Read more
Fellow Comets attended a special networking event for alumni of the Naveen Jindal School of Management, the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science, and the School of Arts, Technology, Read more
There are many perks to joining your UT Dallas Alumni Association, including the official alumni box! Read more to see what’s inside your first-year welcome gift. Read more
A college degree isn't the only thing UT Dallas grads often leave the University with. Read how these Comets met their significant others during their time as students. Read more
From the Dallas Business Journal to a groundbreaking new position and translation work, these UT Dallas graduates are making waves in the news. Read more
The Dallas native, who has worked for major brands and magazines, talks about his current inspiration, his favorite Deep Ellum restaurant and his advice for aspiring photographers. Read more
The University of Texas at Dallas has named John Stich, honorary consul of Japan in Dallas, and Glenn Terry, partner at Ernst & Young, to its Executive Board. Both join other community and busines Read more
Last month, we celebrated alongside the families and friends of our fall 2019 graduates. Welcome to your alumni community, Comets! Read more
Michelle Hoover BA’13 was just 17 years old when she was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s disease, a chronic autoimmune disease that led to food allergies, a lack of energy and thyroid issues. Rather th Read more
From Comets Giving Day to the annual UT Dallas Awards Gala, you won't want to miss these monumental alumni events. Read more
Before they were the hosts of “Could We Ever,” Ricardo Castrillon BA’17 and Danyelle Gates BA’17 were students at UT Dallas. Their familiarity with the University and passion for understanding Read more
Stuff your loved ones’ stockings this season with exclusive UT Dallas gifts that will make their Comet hearts happy. Read more
Alumni were welcomed back to campus for the Student Leader Alumni Reception and Homecoming Tailgate by the Alumni Relations team during this year’s Homecoming festivities. Read more
As the founder of the financial lifestyle movement Girlfriend’s, Budget!, Elle Hall-Coleman BA’08 is an experienced money coach and personal finance blogger. The Dallas native lives with her p Read more
From eco-friendly flower bouquets to gourmet doughnuts and specialty tea, these alumni-owned entities offer unique ways to shop small. Read more
Stephanie Coker BA’97 and Mark Coker BS’98 have had a front-row seat to the creation of longtime traditions and organizations during their transformational time at UT Dallas. Read more
In partnership with the North Texas Food Bank, UT Dallas alumni provided more than 15,000 meals for the area community during the annual Alumni Day of Service. Read more
In honor of The University of Texas at Dallas’ 50th anniversary, we’re highlighting the people who have helped blaze the path for UT Dallas’ bright future. From donors to alumni and corporate pa Read more
The University of Texas at Dallas has named Ty Bledsoe, assistant vice president for external affairs at AT&T Inc., to its Executive Board. Bledsoe joins other business and civic leaders on the bo Read more
Enrique Dryere BA’09 and Paul Dryere BA’12 combined their childhood passion and UT Dallas educations to create an indie game studio. Read more
See our photo gallery from the second annual event, which included an alumni barbecue and President Richard C. Benson throwing out the first pitch. Read more
The 2019 mud volleyball tournament hosted by the Student Ambassadors kicks off Friday, Sept. 13 at 9 a.m. Registration for the event ends Wednesday, Sept. 11 at midnight. Read more
A yearlong celebration, which kicked off Aug. 18 at University Convocation, will mark this significant milestone, officially culminating with spring commencement ceremonies in May. Read more
Sydney Sherman BS’19 has been named the first 1897 Fellow of the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi. The new national award recognizes the highest-scoring applicant in a STEM discipline. Read more
The mind behind Black Light, a collection of short stories debuting Aug. 13, reveals her favorite read of the year and provides advice for aspiring writers. Read more
Watch the Texas Rangers take on the Seattle Mariners at the second annual UT Dallas Night at the Ballpark. Read more
Now the chief of staff for Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson, Mary Elbanna BA’16, MPP’16 put her original plan to attend law school on hold to pursue a stint in public service. Read more
Peggy and John Marlowe have lived next to UT Dallas for over 35 years. The couple has documented a planned gift to create a scholarship for transfer students to the University. Read more
Jerri L. Hammer MS’97 and David Pomberg found a unique way to support UT Dallas through personalized planned giving options. As their gifts grow over time, so does their impact. Read more
From a love story in The New York Times to commentary in The Dallas Morning News, UT Dallas alumni are making waves in the news. Read more
The graduate’s formative years at the University allowed him to build a network of lifelong friends and connections and find success in his family business. Read more
Thanks to a $100,000 gift from Daniel Shen BS’10, the facility where The University of Texas at Dallas esports teams train and play is now the Sector 7 Energy Esports Gaming Arena. Read more
Twenty years passed before a LinkedIn message paved the way to reunite Rob Thomas BS’94 with his long-lost UT Dallas ring, a story Thomas told as the featured speaker at the University’s biannual Read more
Once strangers and undergraduates at The University of Texas at Dallas, these Comet couples have gone from students to married couples, a life milestone worth celebrating. Read on to see how the follo Read more
Are you in the mood for some summer tunes? UTD mascot Temoc has curated a Spotify playlist to celebrate the season. His space-themed list features some oldies, some newbies and a ton of goodies. You c Read more
Halfway through his tenure as the inaugural Texas Instruments Founders Leadership Fellow at The University of Texas at Dallas, Archie Nettles BS’11, MPA’18 said the fellowship has helped shape his Read more
The DeSoto High School math teacher spends his spring and summers helping middle school students prepare for high school and college through UT Dallas’ Future Comets program. Read more
With more than 300 employees who graduated from The University of Texas at Dallas, State Farm’s partnership encourages engagement from alumni employees, who are given even more opportunities to stay Read more
Catering to students with diverse interests, UT Dallas offers a wide range of summer programs for kids as young as 6 and as old as 18. Here’s a roundup of the current camps still open for registrati Read more
The neuroscience graduate turned what she learned from grueling 18-hour semesters into an environmentally conscious business that provides long-lasting wood flowers for weddings, holidays, corporate e Read more
Thanks to your support, including 2,239 gifts, we raised more than $500,000 in 18 hours. Read more
Three graduates and two long-time advocates were recognized for their accomplishments, advocacy and steadfast support during the 2019 UT Dallas Awards Gala on March 30. Read more
Samantha Montoya, Amira Zakrya, Maria Valdez and Adriana Alva formed an alumni group for students who participated in UT Dallas’ YWISE Investigators program, which encourages young women to pursue S Read more
In late 2017, the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science created the school’s first Executive Council. Composed of distinguished alumni, trusted corporate partners, current faculty Read more
Although UTD's Future Comets program is primarily funded through the University, a $10,000 gift from the Fluor Foundation extends the impact of the initiative. Read more
Iconic campus destinations named in honor of the late Mrs. Margaret McDermott, renowned Dallas-area philanthropist, loyal University benefactor and wife of UT Dallas co-founder Eugene McDermott. Read more
A few miles north of The University of Texas at Dallas, there is another school that prides itself on taking an innovative approach to education. The Guthrie School, founded in 2013 by Jill Guthrie BA Read more
The Callier Center honored The Meadows Foundation with the 2018 Ruth and Ken Altshuler Callier Care Award at the seventh annual Callier Cares Luncheon. Read more
In December, The Dallas Foundation awarded the UT Dallas Center for Children and Families (CCF) a $50,000 grant in support of Juega Conmigo, a 10- to 12-week free program for parents and children ages Read more
The University of Texas at Dallas has received a grant from the Texas Instruments Foundation designed to help grow the pipeline of nonprofit professionals in the Dallas area. Read more
Imagine one day living in a world where people who have experienced neurological injuries can return to normal, healthy and productive lives. Thanks to partners like the W. W. Caruth Jr. Foundation at Read more
In August, 152 women met on the field for the 10th annual Blondes vs. Brunettes Dallas (BvB), a flag football game that raises money for Alzheimer’s disease research and awareness. Read more
Activities at the Davidson-Gundy Alumni Center will engage students and strengthen ties to the University’s growing alumni base. Read more
On April 4, UT Dallas alumni, students, faculty, staff and friends contributed $199,143 to students and initiatives across campus during the University’s inaugural Comets Giving Day, an 18-hour onli Read more
Thanks to Ebby Halliday's firm, Ebby Halliday Realtors, her powerful name will continue to resonate for generations at UT Dallas through the establishment of the Ebby Halliday Scholarship Fund to supp Read more
For UT Dallas’ Academic Bridge Program (ABP), graduation is the ultimate goal. With a graduation rate of approximately 70 percent — well above state and national averages — the program is seeing Read more
In 2010, Irving-based Pioneer Natural Resources committed $600,000 to elevate several aspects of the geosciences program — a curriculum focused on immersing students in the study of the composition, Read more
What do the Callier Center for Communication Disorders, 20 people and a foundation have in common? Passion. An earnest passion to ensure that children and adults with speech, language and hearing diso Read more