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Submissions are officially OPEN for the 2026 Through Our Eyes Photo Contest! This year’s theme: FRAME YOUR FORTY. Prizes: 1st: $750 | 2nd: $500 | 3rd: $250 Submit your photos: universityunions.utexas.edu/TOE #ThroughOurEyes #UTAustin #UTUnions #UniversityofTexasAtAustin

March 1935: @UTAustin students gather in front of the new Texas Union building on an early spring day, while the UT Tower is still about a year away from rising in the distance.

Spring Break hours for the Dobie Food Court are here. If you're staying in Austin, the food court will be open with adjusted hours throughout the week. Check the schedule before stopping by. We hope everyone has a great break! #UTAustin #UTUnions #UniversityofTexasAtAustin

Happy Spring break! Check out the Texas Union and WCP Student Activity Center's modified hours. And don’t panic because Panda Express in the Texas Union will be open 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Mon-Fri during spring break! #UTAustin #UTUnions #UniversityofTexasAtAustin #UniversityUnions

Hey, Longhorns! Help us win the SEC Food Fight 🤘 Each food item or dollar donated is one point for us and more free meals for UT students 🧡

Our campus community is invited to come together for a candlelight vigil hosted by Student Government, for a moment of remembrance, solidarity and reflection. Wednesday, March 4 7 - 8 p.m. Main Mall Campus resources will be available for students. All are welcome 🧡

A message of support from President Davis: president.utexas.edu/message/walkin…

Students in need of support today can access services on campus from 3 to 5 p.m. at WCP 1.118. The Counseling & Mental Health Center will have counselors available for walk-in counseling. Student Outreach & Support will also be on site.

University Unions invites you to share your perspective through the Spring 2026 Through Our Eyes Photo Contest. 🤘 Prizes up to $750 Stay tuned for submission details coming soon. #ThroughOurEyes #UTAustin #UTUnions #UniversityofTexasAtAustin #UniversityUnions

Next week is @PeaceCorps Week & we’re celebrating with stories from the field. 🌍🤘 Join a live chat with a current Volunteer serving in North Macedonia, then hear powerful stories from returned Volunteers at our Open Mic. Come curious. Leave inspired: utx.global/PC-events.

#Longhorns, two great awards honoring your contributions & dedication to the Forty Acres! Apply before March 2: universityunions.utexas.edu/awards

Leading a student organization? 🤘 A few required forms help keep your org active, approved & ready to host events. From annual registration to travel notices, we've got you covered. Learn more: deanofstudents.utexas.edu/so/student-org…

Longhorns level up Down Under 🎮 10 Moody College students traveled to Sydney for the Academic Esports World Tournament, where they competed in gaming, debate, business challenges and more, as they represented the Forty Acres on the global stage: utex.as/46k226e

Whether you are studying for midterms or just enjoying the weather, it’s always great to see burnt orange on #LonghornFriday! We’re almost halfway there, Longhorns🤘 #PuttingStudentsFirst #LivingTheLonghornLife

Battle it out at the Cactus Quiz Bowl on Friday, March 6 from 3 to 5 p.m. in the Cactus. Form a team of four: one faculty/staff member + three students. SIGN UP: forms.office.com/r/SCSsXKdv39 #UTEvents #LivingTheLonghornLife

CAMPUS-WIDE ELECTION: Hear from the Spring 2026 candidates at the Student Government Executive Alliance Debate on Monday, Feb. 23 at 6:30 p.m. in the WCP Auditorium 1.402 🤘 Learn more: deanofstudents.utexas.edu/studentelectio…

If you’re a UT Austin student who needs extra support, we’re here to help 🧡🤘 Learn more: deanofstudents.utexas.edu/sos/how-we-can…

Stop by the Texas Union to cast your ballot and take part in the process. Afterward, pick up a bite to eat, power up your devices and settle into a comfortable study spot. 📍 Texas Union, Room 2.214 🕒 Polling hours vary #TexasUnion #2026Election #UTAustin

Happy Valentine's Day from University Unions to you 🩷