 | College Awards Keene Prize for Literature to Michener Center GraduateGeorge Brant wins for "Elephant's Graveyard"AUSTIN, Texas -July 1, 2008- George Brant, a recent graduate of the James A. Michener Center for Writers at The University of Texas at Austin, has won the 2008 Keene Prize for Literature, one of the world's largest student literary prizes. Brant will receive $50,000. An additional $50,000 will be divided among three finalists. More...Learn more about the Keene Prize...Read about last year's winner... |
 | Latin American Studies Professor John W. F. Dulles DiesSon of former Secretary of State John F. Dulles studied history of BrazilAUSTIN, Texas -June 25, 2008- John W. F. Dulles, professor of American and Latin American studies at The University of Texas at Austin, died June 23 at the age of 95. The son of former Secretary of State John Foster Dulles taught at the university for 45 years. More...Learn more about Professor Dulles... |
 | College of Liberal Arts Names Michael Stoff Director of Plan IIAssociate professor of history has served as interim director since 2006AUSTIN, Texas -June 16, 2008- Michael B. Stoff, associate professor of history at The University of Texas at Austin, will lead the nationally recognized Plan II Honors Program in the College of Liberal Arts. The distinguished teaching professor has been interim director since 2006. More...Learn more about Plan II Honors...Learn more about Professor Stoff... |
 | Track and Field Athlete Ready for the Olympic TrialsLiberal Arts senior hopes to claim the gold medal in BeijingAustin, Texas -June 16, 2008- After winning the men's 1,500-meter race at the NCAA Track and Field Championships, Leonel Manzano, a Spanish and Portuguese senior, is set to compete in the U.S. Olympic Trials June 27-July 6 in Eugene, Ore. more...More about the Olympic hopeful...Read the Q & A... |
 | Education Notes: Early U.S. History and Culture ExpertsResearchers offer perspectives on Independence Day, history and traditionsAUSTIN, Texas -June 12, 2008- Americans annually celebrate the Fourth of July, commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence with fireworks, picnics and family gatherings. Scholars at The University of Texas at Austin are available to discuss their research on early American history, literature and culture, as well as perspectives on contemporary Independence Day traditions. More...Find more experts... |
 | Professor Inducted into Journalists' Hall of FameMaggie Rivas-Rodriguez cited for improving coverage of Latinos in the mediaAUSTIN, Texas -June 5, 2008- Maggie Rivas-Rodriguez, associate professor in the School of Journalism and affiliate of the Center for Mexican-American Studies in the College of Liberal Arts, will be inducted into the National Association of Hispanic Journalists' (NAHJ) Hall of Fame next month. More...Learn more about Rivas-Rodriguez... |
 | Health Notes: Father's Day ExpertsResearchers examine the science and sociology of family healthAUSTIN, Texas -June 12, 2008- June 15 is Father's Day. Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin are available to discuss issues ranging from father/daughter relationships to the psychological health of stay-at-home dads. The following experts are available to discuss their research on family relationships. Meet the experts...Find more experts... |
 | Texas Exes Recognizes Liberal Arts AlumniAlumni honored for significant achievements in their careers and service to the universityAUSTIN, Texas -June 11, 2008- Two College of Liberal Arts alumni earned the 2008 Outstanding Young Texas Ex Award. More...More about the award recipients... |
 | College Awards Six Dedman Distinguished ScholarshipsIncoming freshmen honored for academics, leadershipAUSTIN, Texas -June 3, 2008- The College of Liberal Arts has honored six students with a Dedman Distinguished Scholarship, which provides $13,000 per academic year for four years, as well as supplemental funding for study abroad programs. More about the Dedman Scholars...Learn more about the Dedman Distinguished Scholarship program... |
 | University Establishes New School of Undergraduate StudiesPhilosophy Professor Paul Woodruff serves as inaugural deanAUSTIN, Texas -May 29, 2008- The University of Texas at Austin has established a new School of Undergraduate Studies as a college-level academic unit reporting to the executive vice president and provost. The School of Undergraduate Studies will be led by Professor Paul B. Woodruff, who became inaugural dean of undergraduate studies in fall 2006. More...Visit the School of Undergraduate Studies...Learn more about Paul Woodruff... |
 | Center for African and African American Studies Named in Honor of John L. WarfieldFormer director of CAAAS fought for racial equalityAUSTIN, Texas -May 27, 2008- The Center for African and African American Studies at The University of Texas at Austin has been given a new name--the Dr. John L. Warfield Center for African and African American Studies-- honoring the late professor's legacy as an advocate for ethnic diversity and service as founder and long-time director of the center. More...Learn more about John Warfield...Visit the Warfield Center for African and African American Studies... |
 | Gosling Earns Early Career Award from American Psychological AssociationPsychologist recognized for animal personality researchAUSTIN, Texas -May 22, 2008- The American Psychological Association (APA) has honored Samuel Gosling, who has pioneered the international study of animal personality, with its 2008 Distinguished Scientific Contribution Award. More...Learn more about Gosling's research...More about Gosling's NSF project on military working dogs... |
 | Four Liberal Arts Staffers Elected to UT Staff CouncilCouncil represents staff interests on workplace issuesAUSTIN, Texas -May 22, 2008- Four staff members in the College of Liberal Arts have been elected to the University of Texas Staff Council, which represents the interests and concerns of staff on a variety of workplace- related issues. More...Learn more about UT Staff Council... |
 | With Age Comes a Sense of Peace and Calm, Population Research Center Study ShowsCatherine Ross and John Mirowsky publish findings in Social Science and MedicineAUSTIN, Texas -May 19, 2008- Aging brings a sense of peace and calm, according to a new study from the Population Research Center at The University of Texas at Austin. Starting at about age 60, participants reported more feelings of ease and contentment than their younger counterparts. More...Learn more about Professor Ross...Visit the journal of Social Science and Medicine... |
 | English Professor Earns Piper Award for Teaching ExcellenceElizabeth Richmond-Garza teaches popular literature coursesAUSTIN, Texas -May 19, 2008- The Minnie Stevens Piper Foundation has honored Elizabeth Richmond-Garza, associate professor of English at The University of Texas at Austin, for teaching excellence. More...Learn more about Prof. Richmond Garza...View a list of previous faculty recipients of the Piper Award... |
 | Normandy Scholars Blog about World War IIStudy abroad program includes sites in France, Germany and the United KingdomAUSTIN, Texas -May 15, 2008- Students in the 2008 Normandy Scholar Program on World War II, a history department study abroad program, will blog about their experiences overseas from May 6 to 27 at www.normandyscholars.com. More...Learn more about the Normandy Scholars Program...Learn more about World War II research at the university... |
 | Liberal Arts Student Wins Beinecke ScholarshipStudent awarded $34,000 in support of graduate educationAUSTIN, Texas -May 12, 2008- Dhananjay Jagannathan, a Plan II Honors student majoring in philosophy, classics and linguistics at The University of Texas at Austin, has received a Beinecke Memorial Scholarship to pursue his graduate degree. More...Learn more about the Beinecke Scholarship Program...Learn about more awards in the Student Lounge... |
| May Health NotesUniversity experts discuss psychological stress and coping strategiesAUSTIN, Texas -May 12, 2008- May is Mental Health Awareness Month--and spring semester final exams. Universities of Texas at Austin researchers are available to discuss issues ranging from psychological stress to prevention and coping methods. Meet the experts...Find more experts... |
 | May Issue of Liberal Arts Insider Now OnlineNewsletter highlights faculty and staff honors, new publicationsAUSTIN, Texas -May 9, 2008- The May issue of the Liberal Arts Insider is now online. The electronic newsletter highlights faculty and staff honors, and new publications. Read the Insider... |
 | New Evidence from Earliest Known Human Settlement in the Americas Supports Coastal Migration TheoryArcheologists publish findings in May 9 issue of ScienceAUSTIN, Texas -May 9, 2008- New evidence from the Monte Verde archaeological site in southern Chile confirms its status as one of the earliest known human settlement in the Americas and provides additional support for the theory that one early migration route followed the Pacific Coast more than 14,000 years ago. More...Read the article in Science... |
 | National Science Foundation Awards Political Scientists $490,000 GrantTasha Philpot and Daron Shaw will study African-American issues in the presidential electionAUSTIN, Texas -May 5, 2008- The National Science Foundation has awarded two political scientists at The University of Texas at Austin a $490,000 grant to study African-American political opinions and behavior in the 2008 presidential election. More...Learn more about Tasha Philpot...Learn more about Daron Shaw... |
| College of Liberal Arts Honors Retired FacultyTen distinguished faculty members will retire in 2008AUSTIN, Texas -May 2, 2008- Ten faculty members are retiring from the College of Liberal Arts this year. The college thanks these scholars--and friends--for their many years of academic service and contributions to their fields of study. More... |
 | Provost Honors Five Liberal Arts Professors with Teaching AwardsWinners receive $5,000 for teaching excellenceAUSTIN, Texas -May 1, 2008- The Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost awarded six university faculty members the President's Associates Teaching Excellence Award for the 2007-08 academic year. Five of the six honorees are from the College of Liberal Arts. More...View a list of past recipients... |
 | Education Notes: Graduating Student StoriesLiberal arts students from the Class of 2008 share their experiencesAUSTIN, Texas -May 1, 2008- The University of Texas at Austin celebrates spring commencement May 16-17. Each year, the College of Liberal Arts honors 12 seniors with the Dean's Distinguished Graduate Award for their leadership, scholarly achievements and service to the community. More... |
 | Psychologist Elected to National Academy of SciencesGeisler earns top scientific honor for examining how we perceive the worldAUSTIN, Texas -April 29, 2008- Wilson Geisler, psychology professor, has been elected to the National Academy of Sciences (NAS), one of the highest honors for a scientist or engineer in the United States. More...Learn more about Geisler's research...Learn more about the National Academy of Sciences... |
 | Education Notes: Experts for Earth Day 2008Researchers offer perspectives on the environment, conservation and sustainabilityAUSTIN, Texas- April 16, 2008- Earth Day 2008 will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 22. Faculty experts from The University of Texas at Austin are available to discuss their research on topics ranging from building sustainable communities to plant ecology and environmental policies. More...Find more experts...Learn more about the Department of Geography and the Environment... |
 | English Professor Tony C. Hilfer Dies at 71Renowned scholar of popular fiction taught at university for 45 yearsAUSTIN, Texas -April 16, 2008- Tony C. Hilfer, the Iris Howard Regents Professor of English Literature at The University of Texas at Austin, died in a car accident on April 11 at age 71. He taught at the university for 45 years. More...Learn more about Professor Hilfer...Visit the Department of English... |
 | Friar Society Selects History Professor for Teaching Excellence AwardProfessor Howard Miller teaches popular religious studies coursesAUSTIN, Texas -April 14, 2008- The University of Texas at Austin Friar Society awarded Distinguished Teaching Associate Professor of History G. Howard Miller, the 2008-09 Friar Centennial Teaching Fellowship on Monday, April 14. The $15,000 award is the university's largest for undergraduate teaching excellence. More...Learn more about Prof. Howard Miller...View list of prior award recipients... |
 | Aga Khan University and The University of Texas at Austin Form PartnershipAgreement will foster understanding between Texas and Muslim worldAUSTIN, Texas -April 14, 2008- The University of Texas at Austin has established a five-year exchange agreement with Aga Khan University (AKU) in Pakistan, which has campuses in Africa, Asia, Europe and the Middle East. The agreement includes research collaborations, special events and lectures, secondary teaching training programs, and faculty and student exchanges. More...Learn more about UTeach-Liberal Arts... |
 | Education Notes: Sexual Assault AwarenessResearchers examine impact of sexual violence on women's livesAUSTIN, Texas -April 3, 2008- April is recognized nationally as Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Faculty experts from the Center for Women's and Gender Studies at The University of Texas at Austin are available to discuss their research on sexual assault, domestic violence, women's sexual health issues and the role gender plays in society. More...Visit the Center for Women's and Gender Studies...Find more experts... |
 | History and Sociology Programs Top RankingsU.S. News & World Report ranks 14 Liberal Arts programs among nation's bestAUSTIN, Texas -April 1, 2008- U.S. News & World Report named The University of Texas at Austin's Latin American History program as the nation's best in its 2009 rankings of America's Best Graduate Schools. Thirteen other Liberal Arts programs made the list, based on expert opinion about program quality and statistical indicators that measure the quality of a school's faculty, research and students. More...Learn more about the rankings... |
 | Professor John Slatin Dies at 55Scholar led accessibility research at the universityAUSTIN, Texas -March 28, 2008- Professor John Slatin of the Departments of English and Rhetoric and Writing died Monday, March 24, at the age of 55. He taught at The University of Texas at Austin for 29 years and was founding director of the university's Accessibility Institute. More...Learn more about Slatin's work with the Accessibility Institute...Visit the Department of Rhetoric and Writing... |
 | Do Attractive Women Want it All?New study reveals relationship standards are relativeAUSTIN, Texas -March 20, 2008- Although many researchers have believed women choose partners based on the kind of relationship they are seeking, a new study from The University of Texas at Austin reveals women's preferences can be influenced by their own attractiveness. More...Learn more about Professor Buss...Visit the Department of Psychology... |
 | BB&T Donates $2 Million for Ayn Rand ResearchTara Smith named first holder of BB&T Chair for the Study of ObjectivismAUSTIN, Texas -March 20, 2008- BB&T Corporation, one of the nation's largest banks, has awarded $2 million to the Department of Philosophy at The University of Texas at Austin to establish the BB&T Chair for the Study of Objectivism. More...Learn more about Professor Smith...Learn more about BB&T... |
 | Life & Letters Now OnlineMagazine highlights the college's community of scholars and alumniAUSTIN, Texas -March 18, 2008- When the world has questions about Latin America, reporters, educators and policymakers turn for answers to the College of Liberal Arts at The University of Texas at Austin. Our community of scholars is the focus of the new issue of Life & Letters, the college magazine, which highlights "Gateway to the Americas and Changing U.S. Demographics." More... |
 | Education Notes: Religion and Culture ExpertsChristianity scholars offer range of perspectives, from Jesus in pop culture to origins of the BibleAUSTIN, Texas -March 6, 2008- Members of the Christian faith will celebrate Easter, one of the religion's most important holy days, on March 23. Christianity scholars and historians at The University of Texas at Austin are available to discuss religion and culture from a variety of perspectives, from Jesus in popular culture to the origins of the Bible. More...Department of Religious Studies...Visit the Institute for the Study of Christian Origins... |
| Feb. Liberal Arts Insider now onlineE-newsletter highlights faculty and staff honors, new publicationsAUSTIN, Texas -Feb. 28, 2008- The Feb. issue of the Liberal Arts Insider is now online. The electronic newsletter highlights faculty and staff honors, and new publications. Read the Insider... |
 | Can North America Integrate?Researchers cross borders to tackle issues from economic development to national securityAUSTIN, Texas -Feb. 26, 2008- The University of Texas at Austin and Mexico's leading universities are bringing together top researchers to examine the region's foreign policy issues at the "North America and the Dilemma of Integration" conference Feb. 25-29 in Mexico City. More...Learn more about the conference... |
 | University Enters Agreement with University of HavanaFaculty experts discuss Cuba's future at conference Feb. 21-22AUSTIN, Texas -Feb. 21, 2008- The University of Texas at Austin has established an exchange agreement with the Universidad de la Habana, Cuba, signaling a new era of academic cooperation with the country in the wake of Fidel Castro's resignation as president. The agreement includes the exchange of faculty and graduate students in the social sciences, humanities and sciences. More...Learn more about the conference...Visit the Lozano Long Institute of Latin American Studies... |
 | Emeritus Professor Charles Bonjean Dies at 72Sociologist directed the Hogg Foundation for Mental HealthAUSTIN, Texas -Feb. 21, 2008- Charles "Chuck" Bonjean, emeritus professor of sociology, died Feb. 20 at the age of 72. Bonjean, former executive director of the Hogg Foundation for Mental Health, taught at The University of Texas at Austin for more than 40 years. More...Read the complete obituary at the Hogg Foundation... |
 | Experts for Presidential Debate in TexasResearchers offer range of perspectives, from the political to psychologicalAUSTIN, Texas -Feb. 13, 2008- Hillary Rodham Clinton and Barack Obama, Democratic presidential candidates, will debate at The University of Texas at Austin Thursday, Feb. 21. Researchers at the university are available to provide commentary on how issues such as party polarization, gender, race and faith are shaping the 2008 presidential election. More...Learn more about the debate...Media credential guidelines... |
 | Education Notes: Black History Month ExpertsResearchers examine African American history and contemporary issues of race and equalityAUSTIN, Texas -Feb. 11, 2008- February marks the celebration of Black History Month, a remembrance of important people and events in African American history. Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin examine African American history and contemporary issues of race and equality from a variety of perspectives. More...Find more experts...Visit the Center for African and African American Studies... |
 | Health Notes: Relationship ExpertsResearchers examine the science and sociology of love and intimate relationshipsAUSTIN, Texas -Jan. 31, 2008- Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin examine the science and sociology of intimate relationships, from the initial attraction between two people to the effects of long-term compatibility and separation. The following experts are available to discuss their research on human relationships. More...Find more experts... |
 | Liberal Arts To Reopen Garrison Hall, Home to Nationally Noted History ProgramTwo-day event includes tours, lectures, exhibitionsAUSTIN, Texas -Jan. 29, 2008- The College of Liberal Arts at The University of Texas at Austin this week will mark the reopening of Garrison Hall, the recently renovated home of the university's nationally recognized history program. The "Come Back to Garrison" celebrations include the opening of the Institute of Historical Studies and two days of tours, lectures, films and exhibitions, Jan. 31-Feb. 1. More...Learn more about the Institute for Historical Studies...Download the complete list of events and activities... |
| Liberal Arts Announces Searches for Plan II and LLILAS DirectorsNew directors to be named in 2008 and 2009The College of Liberal Arts has created two search committees for the positions of Director of Plan II and the Director of the Teresa Lozano Long Institute of Latin American Studies (LLILAS). The college expects to name the new Plan II director by fall 2008 and the new LLILAS director by fall 2009. More...Learn more about Plan II Honors...Learn more about LLILAS... |
| 2008 Pro Bene Meritis AwardsRecipients have shown dedication to Liberal ArtsAUSTIN, Texas -Jan. 18, 2008- The College of Liberal Arts is proud to announce four winners of the 2008 Pro Bene Meritis Award. College alumnus Julius Glickman, Vice Provost Judy Langlois, philanthropist Lynn Schusterman and Professor Thomas Staley were chosen for their outstanding service to the College of Liberal Arts. More... |
 | Education Notes: Holocaust ExpertsResearchers study the Holocaust experience from a variety of perspectivesAUSTIN, Texas -Jan. 17, 2008- Jan. 27 marks the 63rd anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, the largest German Nazi concentration camp operated during World War II. Faculty experts at The University of Texas at Austin and the Schusterman Center for Jewish Studies are available to discuss research on the Holocaust experience from a variety of perspectives. More...Visit the Schusterman Center for Jewish Studies...Find more experts... |
 | Experts on the Presidential PrimariesResearchers offer range of perspectives, from the political to psychologicalAUSTIN, Texas -Dec. 20, 2007- The Jan. 3 Iowa Caucus marks the formal start of the selection of delegates for the 2008 U.S. presidential election. The caucus serves as an early indication of which candidates may secure the nomination from their political party. Thirty-three states will hold presidential primaries or caucuses by Feb. 5. More...Find more experts.... |
 | Fifteen to Read AgainLook back at some of the stories that showed the college's impact in 2007AUSTIN, Texas -Dec. 14, 2007- The College of Liberal Arts is a place of new discoveries and time-honored traditions, global impact and local flavor. Look back at 15 stories that capture the ideas, activities, research and programs that showed the college's impact in 2007. More...Read more feature stories about the College of Liberal Arts...Visit the college's news archive... |
