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Dear alumni and friends,
As we approach the close of another remarkable year, I am delighted to extend my warmest wishes for a joyful International Education Week (IEW), taking place November 17–21. This year's celebration features more than 80 interactive events across the Forty Acres, showcasing the University’s global programs, innovative partnerships, and the extraordinary contributions of our students, faculty, and alumni.
Together, we honor the transformative power of international education and its enduring role in shaping our community. I encourage you to attend our IEW events
and discover the inspiring stories highlighted in this newsletter, each one a testament to the myriad ways global engagement propels UT Austin’s mission.
Hook ’em!
Dr. Sonia Feigenbaum
Senior Vice Provost for Global Engagement
Chief International Officer
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Second Chapter for First Semester Abroad
K’Liyah Taylor joined a pioneering cohort of students who began their first semester at UT Austin in one of four dynamic global cities. Take the World by the Horns is giving new Longhorns a unique way to earn credit while exploring the world — and themselves. |
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“It’s full of amazing opportunities and memories that will last a lifetime. ... The world has so much to offer. I can understand that it's scary stepping out of your comfort zone, but once you do, you won't regret it.”
— K’Liyah Taylor, Class of ‘28, Radio-Television-Film |
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Designing the
Smart City of the Future
Professor Junfeng Jiao's research in smart-city and digital twin technology helps communities prepare for real-world challenges. From modeling smoke fallout in Austin to exploring resilient infrastructure in Japan and energy systems in Mexico, Jiao leads students in hands-on learning to spark ideas that move society forward. |
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See You in Seoul!
Save the date to join your fellow Longhorns in Korea, April 16-17, 2026, at the first Texas Global Alumni Summit. Enjoy cultural showcases and UT experts exploring “Innovation Across Borders” as you reconnect with fellow alumni in the heart of Seoul! |
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Engineering Change Around the World
Recalling their life-changing journey to Tamil Nadu, India, as engineering students building a children’s library through Projects with Underserved Communities, a pair of Longhorn alumni reflect on an experience that went beyond construction, also building connection, compassion, and lasting change. |
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18,300 people served |
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Primates and Parasites: Fulbright in the Amazon
After receiving a Fulbright Scholar Award in 2024, Anthropology Professor Anthony DiFiore launched a bold new chapter to his storied career. From his treehouse lab in Ecuador's Amazonian rainforest, he now seeks to identify parasites that infect local woolly, spider, and howler monkeys, deepening our understanding of global ecological health. |
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 | Ireland in Focus: Student Photo Speak Volumes
Moody College photojournalism students turned their experiences abroad into a visual exploration — capturing Irish culture and character through the lens. Their self-published zine showcases striking photo essays that bring stories to life, one frame at a time. |
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From Language Learner to Law Professor
Yuji Masumura’s English program at UT Austin sparked a global journey. Ten years later, he returned to earn his Ph.D. and now teaches law at Kobe University in Japan, showing that one bold step can lead to a lifetime of impact. |
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Texas Leader Goes Global
For more stories that spotlight UT’s global impact — from humanitarian engineering in India to the legacy of the Normandy Scholar Program and the far-reaching philanthropy of alumni like Shinichi “Joe” Iimura, Shanaz Hemmati, and Ray Brimble — turn to the latest issue of Texas Leader. |
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Celebrate International Education Week November 17-21, 2025 |
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