Forty Acres Scholar Elected to Student Government

Last spring, Ryan Millikin attended his first Forty Acres Scholars interview. Now, just a year later, Millikin will experience interviewing from the other side of the table as an elected First-Year Representative for UT's Student Government. Millikin, a mechanical engineering major, decided to run for the position because he enjoyed being involved in student government in high school. Without the money, time, or staff professional politicians have for campaigning, Millikin learned to be resourceful. "I stayed up until 2 a.m. making nearly 200 cookies," he says. "I knew my chemistry professor, so I took the cookies to class and handed them out. That was 600 people I got to talk to who might have voted for me." As a first-year representative, Millikin is part of the 40-member Student Government organization. He has the opportunity to propose legislation and push for change. Millikin even gets to help distribute $30,000 to students as a member of the Financial Affairs Committee. Interviewing students, Millikin says, helps him to "have a better idea of what I need to be doing in interviews in the future." Millikin is grateful for the Forty Acres Scholars program, which has given him the opportunity to pursue extracurricular activities, including Student Government and Texas Wranglers. "It's easy to say, now that I have my college paid for, that it's not about the money—I'm able to be all about the experiences," Millikin says. One of those experiences: bonding with his 13 fellow Forty Acres Scholars, whom he says are all already very close. "We make time for each other," Millikin says. While Millikin is enjoying his first semester with Student Government, it may not be a permanent gig. "It's probably not something I'd do as a career, but it is something I enjoy," he says. "I'm definitely going to run again in the spring, though maybe for a different position."

Forty Acres Scholar Elected to Student Government

Last spring, Ryan Millikin attended his first Forty Acres Scholars interview. Now, just a year later, Millikin will experience interviewing from the other side of the table as an elected First-Year Representative for UT's Student Government. Millikin, a mechanical engineering major, decided to run for the position because he enjoyed being involved in student government in high school. Without the money, time, or staff professional politicians have for campaigning, Millikin learned to be resourceful. "I stayed up until 2 a.m. making nearly 200 cookies," he says. "I knew my chemistry professor, so I took the cookies to class and handed them out. That was 600 people I got to talk to who might have voted for me." As a first-year representative, Millikin is part of the 40-member Student Government organization. He has the opportunity to propose legislation and push for change. Millikin even gets to help distribute $30,000 to students as a member of the Financial Affairs Committee. Interviewing students, Millikin says, helps him to "have a better idea of what I need to be doing in interviews in the future." Millikin is grateful for the Forty Acres Scholars program, which has given him the opportunity to pursue extracurricular activities, including Student Government and Texas Wranglers. "It's easy to say, now that I have my college paid for, that it's not about the money—I'm able to be all about the experiences," Millikin says. One of those experiences: bonding with his 13 fellow Forty Acres Scholars, whom he says are all already very close. "We make time for each other," Millikin says. While Millikin is enjoying his first semester with Student Government, it may not be a permanent gig. "It's probably not something I'd do as a career, but it is something I enjoy," he says. "I'm definitely going to run again in the spring, though maybe for a different position."

Forty Acres Scholar Elected to Student Government

Last spring, Ryan Millikin attended his first Forty Acres Scholars interview. Now, just a year later, Millikin will experience interviewing from the other side of the table as an elected First-Year Representative for UT's Student Government. Millikin, a mechanical engineering major, decided to run for the position because he enjoyed being involved in student government in high school. Without the money, time, or staff professional politicians have for campaigning, Millikin learned to be resourceful. "I stayed up until 2 a.m. making nearly 200 cookies," he says. "I knew my chemistry professor, so I took the cookies to class and handed them out. That was 600 people I got to talk to who might have voted for me." As a first-year representative, Millikin is part of the 40-member Student Government organization. He has the opportunity to propose legislation and push for change. Millikin even gets to help distribute $30,000 to students as a member of the Financial Affairs Committee. Interviewing students, Millikin says, helps him to "have a better idea of what I need to be doing in interviews in the future." Millikin is grateful for the Forty Acres Scholars program, which has given him the opportunity to pursue extracurricular activities, including Student Government and Texas Wranglers. "It's easy to say, now that I have my college paid for, that it's not about the money—I'm able to be all about the experiences," Millikin says. One of those experiences: bonding with his 13 fellow Forty Acres Scholars, whom he says are all already very close. "We make time for each other," Millikin says. While Millikin is enjoying his first semester with Student Government, it may not be a permanent gig. "It's probably not something I'd do as a career, but it is something I enjoy," he says. "I'm definitely going to run again in the spring, though maybe for a different position."

Hellen Awino Travels From Kenya to the Top of the Tower

At 8 years old, Hellen Awino moved from Kenya to the U.S. Her parents made the choice in hopes of giving their daughter more opportunities. When it came time for Awino to attend college, her decision came down to UT or A&M. It wasn’t until the Texas Exes Scholar interview process that she decided to become a part of the Forty Acres. During the weekend of scholarship interviews, Awino felt nervous and doubtful. But despite her skepticism, she enjoyed the trip and loved exploring UT. After experiencing a great support system from the Texas Exes, Awino made her decision. “Without this organization, without the committee members, and without the scholarship that I was awarded,” Awino says, “I am certain I would have only set foot on The University of Texas to see what my life could have been like.” As the recipient of the Ellen Dorsey Texas Exes Scholarship, Awino knew she had to work hard and uphold expectations set forth by her peers and the Texas Exes. In the past three years, Awino has helped bring the National Organization of Minority Architecture Students to the University, and has been a part of Global Architecture Brigades—an organization that has competed in two design competitions. This year alone, Awino has traveled to three continents, 12 countries, and more than 20 cities. She has experience in management, having worked as an art assistant at the Blanton Museum, and has taken more than 60 trips to the top of the UT Tower as a tour guide. But none of this would have been possible without the Texas Exes committee, alumni, and donors, says Awino, who has one year left in the five-year bachelor of architecture program.

Hellen Awino Travels From Kenya to the Top of the Tower

At 8 years old, Hellen Awino moved from Kenya to the U.S. Her parents made the choice in hopes of giving their daughter more opportunities. When it came time for Awino to attend college, her decision came down to UT or A&M. It wasn’t until the Texas Exes Scholar interview process that she decided to become a part of the Forty Acres. During the weekend of scholarship interviews, Awino felt nervous and doubtful. But despite her skepticism, she enjoyed the trip and loved exploring UT. After experiencing a great support system from the Texas Exes, Awino made her decision. “Without this organization, without the committee members, and without the scholarship that I was awarded,” Awino says, “I am certain I would have only set foot on The University of Texas to see what my life could have been like.” As the recipient of the Ellen Dorsey Texas Exes Scholarship, Awino knew she had to work hard and uphold expectations set forth by her peers and the Texas Exes. In the past three years, Awino has helped bring the National Organization of Minority Architecture Students to the University, and has been a part of Global Architecture Brigades—an organization that has competed in two design competitions. This year alone, Awino has traveled to three continents, 12 countries, and more than 20 cities. She has experience in management, having worked as an art assistant at the Blanton Museum, and has taken more than 60 trips to the top of the UT Tower as a tour guide. But none of this would have been possible without the Texas Exes committee, alumni, and donors, says Awino, who has one year left in the five-year bachelor of architecture program.

Hellen Awino Travels From Kenya to the Top of the Tower

At 8 years old, Hellen Awino moved from Kenya to the U.S. Her parents made the choice in hopes of giving their daughter more opportunities. When it came time for Awino to attend college, her decision came down to UT or A&M. It wasn’t until the Texas Exes Scholar interview process that she decided to become a part of the Forty Acres. During the weekend of scholarship interviews, Awino felt nervous and doubtful. But despite her skepticism, she enjoyed the trip and loved exploring UT. After experiencing a great support system from the Texas Exes, Awino made her decision. “Without this organization, without the committee members, and without the scholarship that I was awarded,” Awino says, “I am certain I would have only set foot on The University of Texas to see what my life could have been like.” As the recipient of the Ellen Dorsey Texas Exes Scholarship, Awino knew she had to work hard and uphold expectations set forth by her peers and the Texas Exes. In the past three years, Awino has helped bring the National Organization of Minority Architecture Students to the University, and has been a part of Global Architecture Brigades—an organization that has competed in two design competitions. This year alone, Awino has traveled to three continents, 12 countries, and more than 20 cities. She has experience in management, having worked as an art assistant at the Blanton Museum, and has taken more than 60 trips to the top of the UT Tower as a tour guide. But none of this would have been possible without the Texas Exes committee, alumni, and donors, says Awino, who has one year left in the five-year bachelor of architecture program.

Longhorn Sisters—and Scholarship Recipients—Featured in The Bellaire Buzz

The Meyerson sisters—Anna, Caroline, and Rachel—are serious Longhorn fans. So serious, in fact, that the press is taking notice. The sisters, all current UT students, were recently highlighted in the Bellaire Buzz’s "Faithful Fans." They're no strangers to orange blood: Alfie Meyerson, BA '81, JD '84, and Pauline Meyerson, BBA '81, Life Members, instilled Longhorn pride in their daughters from an early age—taking them to every Texas-OU football game for the last 25 years. "It's my greatest accomplishment in life," Rachel, a graduate student in educational psychology, told the Buzz. "I count in-womb." Rachel earned a master's degree at Harvard before returning to the Forty Acres for a doctoral program. "I could go away just to the other best university in the world," she says, "but then I had to come back home." Anna told the Buzz that one of her father's proudest moments was when she met Darrell K Royal by chance outside the stadium; Caroline, a freshman in Plan II honors and business honors, said "The Eyes of Texas" was her childhood lullaby. Beyond school spirit, something else unites the Meyerson trio: academic prowess. Caroline is a recipient of the Forty Acres Scholarship, and Rachel, BA ’10, Life Member, won a Texas Excellence Award (the predecessor to the Forty Acres Scholarship). Anna, a senior majoring in elementary education, has also excelled academically. The Meyerson sisters, from left: Rachel, Anna, and Caroline. Cover courtesy the Bellaire Buzz.

Longhorn Sisters—and Scholarship Recipients—Featured in The Bellaire Buzz

The Meyerson sisters—Anna, Caroline, and Rachel—are serious Longhorn fans. So serious, in fact, that the press is taking notice. The sisters, all current UT students, were recently highlighted in the Bellaire Buzz’s "Faithful Fans." They're no strangers to orange blood: Alfie Meyerson, BA '81, JD '84, and Pauline Meyerson, BBA '81, Life Members, instilled Longhorn pride in their daughters from an early age—taking them to every Texas-OU football game for the last 25 years. "It's my greatest accomplishment in life," Rachel, a graduate student in educational psychology, told the Buzz. "I count in-womb." Rachel earned a master's degree at Harvard before returning to the Forty Acres for a doctoral program. "I could go away just to the other best university in the world," she says, "but then I had to come back home." Anna told the Buzz that one of her father's proudest moments was when she met Darrell K Royal by chance outside the stadium; Caroline, a freshman in Plan II honors and business honors, said "The Eyes of Texas" was her childhood lullaby. Beyond school spirit, something else unites the Meyerson trio: academic prowess. Caroline is a recipient of the Forty Acres Scholarship, and Rachel, BA ’10, Life Member, won a Texas Excellence Award (the predecessor to the Forty Acres Scholarship). Anna, a senior majoring in elementary education, has also excelled academically. The Meyerson sisters, from left: Rachel, Anna, and Caroline. Cover courtesy the Bellaire Buzz.

Longhorn Sisters—and Scholarship Recipients—Featured in The Bellaire Buzz

The Meyerson sisters—Anna, Caroline, and Rachel—are serious Longhorn fans. So serious, in fact, that the press is taking notice. The sisters, all current UT students, were recently highlighted in the Bellaire Buzz’s "Faithful Fans." They're no strangers to orange blood: Alfie Meyerson, BA '81, JD '84, and Pauline Meyerson, BBA '81, Life Members, instilled Longhorn pride in their daughters from an early age—taking them to every Texas-OU football game for the last 25 years. "It's my greatest accomplishment in life," Rachel, a graduate student in educational psychology, told the Buzz. "I count in-womb." Rachel earned a master's degree at Harvard before returning to the Forty Acres for a doctoral program. "I could go away just to the other best university in the world," she says, "but then I had to come back home." Anna told the Buzz that one of her father's proudest moments was when she met Darrell K Royal by chance outside the stadium; Caroline, a freshman in Plan II honors and business honors, said "The Eyes of Texas" was her childhood lullaby. Beyond school spirit, something else unites the Meyerson trio: academic prowess. Caroline is a recipient of the Forty Acres Scholarship, and Rachel, BA ’10, Life Member, won a Texas Excellence Award (the predecessor to the Forty Acres Scholarship). Anna, a senior majoring in elementary education, has also excelled academically. The Meyerson sisters, from left: Rachel, Anna, and Caroline. Cover courtesy the Bellaire Buzz.

Scholar Develops Passion for Health Care

For Rathika Mallepally, the TEA scholarship was more than just a monetary award. The scholarship came with a Longhorn support system ready to champion her every endeavor in college. As she nears graduation, Mallepally says the scholarship has influenced her college experience for the better. While at UT, the business honors and finance major has worked as a certified nursing assistant on a medical service trip to Nicaragua, consulted for an international oncology service firm in Brazil, and is currently leading a team to consult for a medical nonprofit in Central America. Can we say globetrotter? “My experiences have been eclectic, and the scholarship has given me the flexibility to figure out what I am most passionate about,” Mallepally says. As one of the last TEA scholars, Mallepally hopes to leave a lasting impression after graduation. And she’s already on her way toward doing so. During a recent medical school interview, one of the interviewers told Mallepally something she’ll cherish forever. He said, “Most people in finance just want to go into private practice, make a lot of money, retire, and live a cushy lifestyle. But I can tell just from talking to you that you’re different—you’re selfless.” For a complete stranger to make that assertion about Mallepally speaks volumes about her character and why she is a TEA scholar. She is more than deserving of the scholarship, but prefers to remain humble. "It was rewarding to hear that this physician understood my passion and interests in the medical and business fields,” Mallepally says. “I think it is this commitment to lifelong service that truly qualified me for the award.” Mallepally will start medical school next fall. Although she is unsure what her focus will be, she aspires to walk in the footsteps of the most distinguished TEA alumni, who helped her get to where she is now. 

Scholar Develops Passion for Health Care

For Rathika Mallepally, the TEA scholarship was more than just a monetary award. The scholarship came with a Longhorn support system ready to champion her every endeavor in college. As she nears graduation, Mallepally says the scholarship has influenced her college experience for the better. While at UT, the business honors and finance major has worked as a certified nursing assistant on a medical service trip to Nicaragua, consulted for an international oncology service firm in Brazil, and is currently leading a team to consult for a medical nonprofit in Central America. Can we say globetrotter? “My experiences have been eclectic, and the scholarship has given me the flexibility to figure out what I am most passionate about,” Mallepally says. As one of the last TEA scholars, Mallepally hopes to leave a lasting impression after graduation. And she’s already on her way toward doing so. During a recent medical school interview, one of the interviewers told Mallepally something she’ll cherish forever. He said, “Most people in finance just want to go into private practice, make a lot of money, retire, and live a cushy lifestyle. But I can tell just from talking to you that you’re different—you’re selfless.” For a complete stranger to make that assertion about Mallepally speaks volumes about her character and why she is a TEA scholar. She is more than deserving of the scholarship, but prefers to remain humble. "It was rewarding to hear that this physician understood my passion and interests in the medical and business fields,” Mallepally says. “I think it is this commitment to lifelong service that truly qualified me for the award.” Mallepally will start medical school next fall. Although she is unsure what her focus will be, she aspires to walk in the footsteps of the most distinguished TEA alumni, who helped her get to where she is now. 

Scholar Develops Passion for Health Care

For Rathika Mallepally, the TEA scholarship was more than just a monetary award. The scholarship came with a Longhorn support system ready to champion her every endeavor in college. As she nears graduation, Mallepally says the scholarship has influenced her college experience for the better. While at UT, the business honors and finance major has worked as a certified nursing assistant on a medical service trip to Nicaragua, consulted for an international oncology service firm in Brazil, and is currently leading a team to consult for a medical nonprofit in Central America. Can we say globetrotter? “My experiences have been eclectic, and the scholarship has given me the flexibility to figure out what I am most passionate about,” Mallepally says. As one of the last TEA scholars, Mallepally hopes to leave a lasting impression after graduation. And she’s already on her way toward doing so. During a recent medical school interview, one of the interviewers told Mallepally something she’ll cherish forever. He said, “Most people in finance just want to go into private practice, make a lot of money, retire, and live a cushy lifestyle. But I can tell just from talking to you that you’re different—you’re selfless.” For a complete stranger to make that assertion about Mallepally speaks volumes about her character and why she is a TEA scholar. She is more than deserving of the scholarship, but prefers to remain humble. "It was rewarding to hear that this physician understood my passion and interests in the medical and business fields,” Mallepally says. “I think it is this commitment to lifelong service that truly qualified me for the award.” Mallepally will start medical school next fall. Although she is unsure what her focus will be, she aspires to walk in the footsteps of the most distinguished TEA alumni, who helped her get to where she is now. 

On Gameday, 1883 Council Hears From Five-Star Student Recruits

Among the tailgate parties and receptions taking place all around the Forty Acres before this Saturday's football game, one took on a different tone. UT's 1883 Council, made up of emerging alumni leaders, gathered near the leisure pool behind Gregory Gym. From there, the towering walls and lights of DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium were within sight. But dozens came to hear not about sports from coaches, but about academics from scholarship recipients. Two Forty Acres Scholars–winners of full-ride UT scholarships administered by the Texas Exes—spoke to the council about what their scholarships have enabled for them so far. Marisa Swanson chose UT over her other top choice, Harvard University. "I haven't regretted it once since I got here," she said. "From the Forty Acres Scholars program, I got the most amazing group of people in the entire world. There's nothing that Harvard has that UT doesn't have in a bigger way." Ryan Millikin talked about some of the inspiring things he's gotten to do, from touring the Tower to standing on the stadium's football field. "It's become more of an experience than a 'here's-the-check,'" he said. So why did the council invite the students to speak during a tailgate party? The reasons were two-pronged, president-elect Lisa Henken Ramirez, BA '98, Life Member, said afterward. Alumni, she said, like to see the students to whose education they're contributing—the future leaders of Texas. And they like to see the value of their degree rise. "Whenever an awesome student comes here, your degree gets better," Ramirez said. Despite the heavy academic focus, council president Ben De Leon, BA '01, BS '01, JD '04, Life Member, Outstanding Young Texas Ex, did find a way to tie the event back to football. He compared the Forty Acres Scholars to blue-chip athletic recruits like Johnathan Gray. "We're recruiting five-star students to The University of Texas," he said.

On Gameday, 1883 Council Hears From Five-Star Student Recruits

Among the tailgate parties and receptions taking place all around the Forty Acres before this Saturday's football game, one took on a different tone. UT's 1883 Council, made up of emerging alumni leaders, gathered near the leisure pool behind Gregory Gym. From there, the towering walls and lights of DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium were within sight. But dozens came to hear not about sports from coaches, but about academics from scholarship recipients. Two Forty Acres Scholars–winners of full-ride UT scholarships administered by the Texas Exes—spoke to the council about what their scholarships have enabled for them so far. Marisa Swanson chose UT over her other top choice, Harvard University. "I haven't regretted it once since I got here," she said. "From the Forty Acres Scholars program, I got the most amazing group of people in the entire world. There's nothing that Harvard has that UT doesn't have in a bigger way." Ryan Millikin talked about some of the inspiring things he's gotten to do, from touring the Tower to standing on the stadium's football field. "It's become more of an experience than a 'here's-the-check,'" he said. So why did the council invite the students to speak during a tailgate party? The reasons were two-pronged, president-elect Lisa Henken Ramirez, BA '98, Life Member, said afterward. Alumni, she said, like to see the students to whose education they're contributing—the future leaders of Texas. And they like to see the value of their degree rise. "Whenever an awesome student comes here, your degree gets better," Ramirez said. Despite the heavy academic focus, council president Ben De Leon, BA '01, BS '01, JD '04, Life Member, Outstanding Young Texas Ex, did find a way to tie the event back to football. He compared the Forty Acres Scholars to blue-chip athletic recruits like Johnathan Gray. "We're recruiting five-star students to The University of Texas," he said.

On Gameday, 1883 Council Hears From Five-Star Student Recruits

Among the tailgate parties and receptions taking place all around the Forty Acres before this Saturday's football game, one took on a different tone. UT's 1883 Council, made up of emerging alumni leaders, gathered near the leisure pool behind Gregory Gym. From there, the towering walls and lights of DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium were within sight. But dozens came to hear not about sports from coaches, but about academics from scholarship recipients. Two Forty Acres Scholars–winners of full-ride UT scholarships administered by the Texas Exes—spoke to the council about what their scholarships have enabled for them so far. Marisa Swanson chose UT over her other top choice, Harvard University. "I haven't regretted it once since I got here," she said. "From the Forty Acres Scholars program, I got the most amazing group of people in the entire world. There's nothing that Harvard has that UT doesn't have in a bigger way." Ryan Millikin talked about some of the inspiring things he's gotten to do, from touring the Tower to standing on the stadium's football field. "It's become more of an experience than a 'here's-the-check,'" he said. So why did the council invite the students to speak during a tailgate party? The reasons were two-pronged, president-elect Lisa Henken Ramirez, BA '98, Life Member, said afterward. Alumni, she said, like to see the students to whose education they're contributing—the future leaders of Texas. And they like to see the value of their degree rise. "Whenever an awesome student comes here, your degree gets better," Ramirez said. Despite the heavy academic focus, council president Ben De Leon, BA '01, BS '01, JD '04, Life Member, Outstanding Young Texas Ex, did find a way to tie the event back to football. He compared the Forty Acres Scholars to blue-chip athletic recruits like Johnathan Gray. "We're recruiting five-star students to The University of Texas," he said.

Texas Exes Awards $749,625 to 307 UT Students at Annual Named Scholarship Dinner

It’s scholarship dinner season here at the Texas Exes. Three dinners—one each for our chapter scholarships, named/dedicated scholarships, and the Texas Exes Scholars and Forty Acres Scholars—bring hundreds of students, donors, and friends to our building for evenings of fellowship and celebration. For many students, it’s a chance to finally meet the donor who is supporting their dreams. The dinners are a big part of our philosophy that Texas Exes scholarships are more than just a check—they’re also an investment by alumni in the next generation of Longhorns. Last night’s named/dedicated dinner was the biggest ever, with about 430 people in attendance. A grand total of $749,625 was awarded to 307 recipients, from freshmen to graduate and professional students. For the 2012-13 academic year, the Texas Exes will award nearly 700 students with more than $1.9 million. Read more at The Alcalde.

Texas Exes Awards $749,625 to 307 UT Students at Annual Named Scholarship Dinner

It’s scholarship dinner season here at the Texas Exes. Three dinners—one each for our chapter scholarships, named/dedicated scholarships, and the Texas Exes Scholars and Forty Acres Scholars—bring hundreds of students, donors, and friends to our building for evenings of fellowship and celebration. For many students, it’s a chance to finally meet the donor who is supporting their dreams. The dinners are a big part of our philosophy that Texas Exes scholarships are more than just a check—they’re also an investment by alumni in the next generation of Longhorns. Last night’s named/dedicated dinner was the biggest ever, with about 430 people in attendance. A grand total of $749,625 was awarded to 307 recipients, from freshmen to graduate and professional students. For the 2012-13 academic year, the Texas Exes will award nearly 700 students with more than $1.9 million. Read more at The Alcalde.

Texas Exes Awards $749,625 to 307 UT Students at Annual Named Scholarship Dinner

It’s scholarship dinner season here at the Texas Exes. Three dinners—one each for our chapter scholarships, named/dedicated scholarships, and the Texas Exes Scholars and Forty Acres Scholars—bring hundreds of students, donors, and friends to our building for evenings of fellowship and celebration. For many students, it’s a chance to finally meet the donor who is supporting their dreams. The dinners are a big part of our philosophy that Texas Exes scholarships are more than just a check—they’re also an investment by alumni in the next generation of Longhorns. Last night’s named/dedicated dinner was the biggest ever, with about 430 people in attendance. A grand total of $749,625 was awarded to 307 recipients, from freshmen to graduate and professional students. For the 2012-13 academic year, the Texas Exes will award nearly 700 students with more than $1.9 million. Read more at The Alcalde.

For Her Birthday, Donor Gives the Gift of a Scholarship

July 17 bears special significance for Susana Alemán: not only is it her birthday, it’s also the 40th anniversary of the day she arrived at The University of Texas from the South Texas town of Falfurrias: July 17, 1972. Yesterday morning, in a small ceremony at the Alumni Center, Alemán, BS ’75, MEd ’78, JD ’84, Life Member and former assistant dean for student affairs at the UT School of Law, made her biggest commitment to UT yet: she formally endowed the new Alemán-Wilson Challenge Grant Scholarship. The scholarship will support Mexican-American students from South Texas who are studying in the College of Education. Read more at The Alcalde.

For Her Birthday, Donor Gives the Gift of a Scholarship

July 17 bears special significance for Susana Alemán: not only is it her birthday, it’s also the 40th anniversary of the day she arrived at The University of Texas from the South Texas town of Falfurrias: July 17, 1972. Yesterday morning, in a small ceremony at the Alumni Center, Alemán, BS ’75, MEd ’78, JD ’84, Life Member and former assistant dean for student affairs at the UT School of Law, made her biggest commitment to UT yet: she formally endowed the new Alemán-Wilson Challenge Grant Scholarship. The scholarship will support Mexican-American students from South Texas who are studying in the College of Education. Read more at The Alcalde.

For Her Birthday, Donor Gives the Gift of a Scholarship

July 17 bears special significance for Susana Alemán: not only is it her birthday, it’s also the 40th anniversary of the day she arrived at The University of Texas from the South Texas town of Falfurrias: July 17, 1972. Yesterday morning, in a small ceremony at the Alumni Center, Alemán, BS ’75, MEd ’78, JD ’84, Life Member and former assistant dean for student affairs at the UT School of Law, made her biggest commitment to UT yet: she formally endowed the new Alemán-Wilson Challenge Grant Scholarship. The scholarship will support Mexican-American students from South Texas who are studying in the College of Education. Read more at The Alcalde.