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Get involved during the first week of classes with Longhorn Link Up! 🤠 New students can join groups to make friends and explore campus resources, while returning students can lead and mentor during Longhorn Welcome. Apply by Aug. 3 🤘 Learn more: longhornwelcome.utexas.edu

Need to get around campus? You've got options, Longhorns 🚌 Grab a bike, hop on a scooter, catch a shuttle or call SURE Walk or West Campus Ambassadors for a safe walk or ride home 🤘

Orientation doesn't end after sunset! 🌙 🪩 Wrap up your first day of orientation at our late night social programs. Join us for karaoke, bowling, crafts, silent disco, free food, and more. We'll save you a spot! ✨

Orientation starts tomorrow! 🙌 Get ready with tips from our Orientation Advisors to help you prepare for Longhorn Orientation. Hook 'em! 🤘 Learn more: orientation.utexas.edu

Join us for a FREE Nutrition Education Workshop on 6/3, from 3 - 5 p.m. at 1836 San Jacinto Blvd., Floor One. Learn nutrition tips, discover healthy eating strategies & enjoy food tastings! We hope to see you there 🤘 RSVP: bit.ly/4e5RhbN

Attention, incoming Longhorns! 👀 Make the most of your orientation by downloading the MyUT Austin app. The app makes it easy to plan your schedule, access important orientation information and get helpful tips all in one place.

NOW OPEN: Registration for summer term and transfer students 🤘 Summer term orientation is mandatory for students admitted for Summer 2026 and will take place virtually the week of May 25.

44 years of service. Countless student lives shaped. One legendary #Longhorn. Join us in celebrating former Intramural Sports Director Bob Childress, recipient of the 2026 Arno Nowotny Medal, @UTAustin’s highest honor for retired Division of Student Affairs staff. Bob’s impact is woven into the very fabric of @UTRecSports. Read how his legacy continues to inspire Longhorns: bit.ly/3RTCMPz #WhatStartsHere

Cue the Spring 2026 memories 🎬🤩 Thanks for being part of an unforgettable semester on the Forty Acres, Longhorns. See y'all in the fall! 🤘🧡

Congratulations, Class of 2026! 🎓 We're excited to celebrate this unforgettable achievement with you at commencement tomorrow! For important updates, text UTGRAD26 to 888777 to receive notifications about parking, traffic, weather and ceremony updates. Hook 'em forever 🤘🧡

Student orgs: Reservations for Fall 2026 open today at 10 a.m. for spaces in the Texas Union, WCP, Hogg Memorial Auditorium, 2609 and Student Services Building (SSB). universityunions.utexas.edu/your-event/loc… #UniversityUnions #UTAustin #StudentOrgs #TexasUnion#WCPStudentActivityCenter

On April 6, the Hindu Student Association received the Healthiest Organization Award at the Office of the Dean of Students Swing Out Awards Ceremony! Sponsored by the LWC, this award is for an organization that creates a group culture that fosters well-being among its members.

Back with more Longhorn Orientation FAQs! 🤘 We’re continuing to break down what you need to know before your session this summer. Swipe through and visit the links below bio to learn more 🤠

Sign Up for Commencement 2026 Updates📲 Text UTGRAD26 to 888777 for alerts on parking, traffic & weather. On campus longer? Text UTGUEST to 888777 for more updates. Text STOP to opt out anytime.

Dean’s Dozen Recipients: - Dante Barajas - Elizabeth Cox - Cassidy Franzoi - Morgan Hernandez - Sofia Lozano - Kaitlyn Marsh - Ashley Mascorro - Benet Plange Matteer - Trenton Mosby - Vaishnavi Penta - Lillian Robinson - Ivan Alejandro Rocha

Congratulations to our Dean’s Dozen Award recipients! 🤘 This distinguished recognition honors students who have demonstrated exceptional service to programs and resources within the Office of the Dean of Students, while making positive contributions to our campus community 🧡

Hey, student organizations! 👋 Ready to recruit new members? You'll have the chance to table at our upcoming Student Organization Fairs in Fall 2026. Event info coming soon, stay tuned 🤘

40 Hours for the Forty Acres: Alternative Breaks: bit.ly/42I4Asl Student Organizations: bit.ly/4eh2XsX @UTOutpost: bit.ly/3QHOhsY

MAKE AN IMPACT: Support programs and units within our office during 40 Hours for the Forty Acres 🧡 Alternative Breaks, Student Organizations and UT Outpost are raising funds now through April 30! 🤘 Learn more and make a gift today: bit.ly/4edwCTP

Participants will live in the Jester East Resident Hall and can apply to the program after completing the UT Housing application. Apply by Wednesday, May 15 at noon.🤘 Learn more: housing.utexas.edu/housing/reside…

Hey, future Longhorns! 📣 Applications are now open for the S.E.R.V.E Living Learning Community (LLC). The S.E.R.V.E. LLC is a program for new Longhorns that helps students explore ways to impact the greater Austin area through volunteering and community engagement.