Sharon Wood
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Executive Vice President and Provost of @UTAustin; structural engineer; avid cyclist
Joined January 2014
It was a pleasure getting to meet and speak with our newest faculty members. I am excited about the powerful impact you’ll make on our students’ lives. Welcome to @UTAustin!
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11 faculty members from @texasscience, @cockrellschool, @txgeosciences and @UTexasMoody were elected fellows of @aaas. They have all made significant contributions to their fields and we are excited to see them receive this honor! Learn more |
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AUSTIN, Texas — Eleven faculty members at The University of Texas at Austin, including leading artificial intelligence and quantum research experts, have
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Launching a new school, with a new leader, is a big and exciting undertaking. Special thanks to the members of the consultative committee and chair @JeremiSuri for their outstanding work identifying top candidates for this new role. We are grateful for your efforts!
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I am excited to announce Justin Dyer, PhD, as the inaugural Dean of the School of Civic Leadership! Justin is a strong academic leader and I am thrilled to continue working with him as we build the school into a world-class institution. https://t.co/mcSbEcVgwn || @UT_Civitas
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What a tremendous milestone! Our researchers are doing amazing things and tackling big societal challenges. And this work is happening in every college, school, and research unit across UT, from #TexasAI to #Robotics #Energy #LifeSciences and much more.
For the first time, annual research expenditures @UTAustin have exceeded $1 billion, an indication that our researchers are doing more than ever to improve and save lives and change the way we see the world. https://t.co/jVIJAXROhf
#TexasResearch #WhatStartsHere
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Our innovative faculty-hiring initiative will strengthen @UTAustin's AI research expertise, impacting student AI literacy and career preparedness. #TexasAI Learn more:
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AUSTIN, Texas — In stride with the rapid rise of artificial intelligence systems and The University of Texas at Austin’s recently announced “Year of AI”
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UT's new Center for Generative AI will be a hub for world-class research and innovation. And it's another major step forward for the University as we advance our Year of AI initiative in 2024. #TexasAI Learn more:
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AUSTIN, Texas – The University of Texas at Austin is creating one of the most powerful artificial intelligence hubs in the academic world to lead in
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At the forefront of AI technologies, @UTAustin is home to some of the most influential pioneers in the field. Through #YearofAI we are prioritizing AI research and education. Learn more about our research highlights and upcoming events at https://t.co/HjpFOFhMEZ
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Last week we celebrated @UTAustin faculty publications at our fifth annual Faculty Authors Reception. The publications reflected a vast breadth of different areas of expertise, creative writing, and impactful art. I am grateful for the contributions these publications represent.
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Faculty Central is our new online hub for faculty resources — a one-stop website designed to provide quick and easy access to faculty-related resources and forms. https://t.co/MTX8YWCjBm
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I am excited to announce Dr. Rachel Davis Mersey as the next Dean of @UTexasMoody! @rdmersey has led the Moody College of Communication with wisdom, vigor, and a steady, strategic hand. I look forward to watching her inspire the next generation of talented students.
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Congratulations to Mark on this tremendous recognition. This award honors his strong leadership of the @UTGradSchool and his tireless work to improve graduate student wellbeing and success. Well deserved.
Congratulations to former Graduate School Dean Mark J.T. Smith on receiving the Debra W. Stewart Award for Outstanding Leadership in Graduate Education. Read more: https://t.co/OatoHYx1ir
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Congratulations Longhorns on nearing the end of the fall term! We are proud of all you've accomplished and know you will finish strong. Best of luck!
Longhorns, as finals are underway, remember our decisions, actions, honesty, and principles are critical to who we are. Our honor code reminds us that integrity is the foundation of our reputation. Let's finish strong! https://t.co/IDOhZT58Ux
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Throughout her career, Sarah Ades has been a passionate advocate for graduate students and their success. Excited to see how her leadership will strengthen our position among the world's top universities for graduate education. Welcome to @UTAustin and @utgradschool! #Hookem
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Excited to see @UTAustin named a leading Fulbright Hispanic-Serving Institution. We have sent more than 300 Longhorn Fulbright scholars abroad and welcomed nearly 500 visiting Fulbright scholars from around the globe.
Proud to earn the designation of 2023 Fulbright Hispanic-Serving Institution Leader from @StateDept
#WhatStartsHere | #MakeItYourTexas
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Congratulations to @FineArtsUT Professor Paul Bonin-Rodriguez on this prestigious recognition exemplifying our deep commitment to teaching excellence. https://t.co/FbYd1SO44e
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Congratulations to @UTLibraries on the grand opening of our new, beautiful Digital Scholars Lab! This space will inspire UT scholars at all phases of their academic and research journeys. If you haven't yet, come check it out right inside the PCL entrance.
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Our faculty members at @UTAustin continue to be world-changing leaders in their fields. This honor celebrates the impact these professors have made throughout their careers 🤘 #WhatStartsHere
Three of our outstanding @LiberalArtsUT faculty members – Geraldine Heng, Thomas Palaima and James Pennebaker – and @utsystem Chancellor @jbmilliken are being inducted into the prestigious American Academy of Arts & Sciences this weekend! Join me in congratulating them on this
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A crown jewel of the University, the @OdenInstitute celebrated its 50th year of interdisciplinary leadership. Congratulations to all the past, present, and future collaborators who continue to position the Oden Institute as a world leader. https://t.co/0Wv6iXCwxV
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Oden Institute for Computational Engineering and Sciences
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Last week @SonciaRLilly and I announced the new @UTAustin honor code. As Longhorns, we have a responsibility to ourselves and our community to live and learn with integrity. Learn more about our commitment to honesty and the highest standards:
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