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The Texas Exes page is a way for the association to provide the latest news, benefits, and happenings surrounding the University of Texas that are of interest to alumni and the members of the Texas Exes. We encourage you to share your thoughts and exchange insightful commentary representing a range of views, but we also ask that discussions be respectful and constructive, especially on su

The Way Back: Hoop Dreams 12/17/2024

Earlier this year, the Texas Women’s Basketball team advanced to the NCAA Elite Eight for the third time in four seasons, adding another accolade to their impressive record. More than a hundred years prior, however, pioneering female basketball players were carving out some history of their own. Basketball first came to the Forty Acres in 1899. Beginning in physical education classes and then developing into organized team sport, the women played their first games in a library-turned-gymnasium in the former Main Building, years before the men's team formed. Learn more about the sport's history in the Alcalde.

The Way Back: Hoop Dreams Earlier this year, the Texas Women’s Basketball team advanced to the NCAA Elite Eight for the third time in four seasons, adding another accolade to their impressive record. More than a hundred years prior, however, pioneering female basketball players were carving out some history of their own. T...

12/16/2024

No matter where you live, you can get Longhorn-made tamales shipped to your home. Delicious Tamales, owned by Valerie Gonzalez, BSW ’78, Life Member, has been selling and shipping tamales from San Antonio since 1980. This week on Hello Longhorn, learn more about Valerie and the company she now runs with her daughter.

Listen to Hello Longhorn every Monday wherever you get your podcasts → texasexes.org/hello-longhorn

12/15/2024

Put your hands (and horns 🤘) up, Texas Exes! Head from Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium to Lucas Oil Live, WinStar World Casino and Resort's brand-new entertainment venue. Wondering about WinStar’s starting lineup? ⬇️
Def Leppard
Carlos Santana
Miranda Lambert
Gabriel Iglesias
Brooks & Dunn (sold-out)
All before the kickoff of Texas Football next fall!
Explore the full entertainment lineup and learn more about the World of WinStar: https://bit.ly/3uSyX20 🎟️

Photos from Texas Exes's post 12/14/2024

Thinking of making travel plans for Atlanta? Let us help you! When you join our official Texas Exes Fan Trip to the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, you can reserve a spot on our chartered plane and get access to an exclusive tailgate. Deposits are just $49/person and are fully refundable! Learn more at https://txex.us/PeachBowlTrip2025 🏈✈️

Photos from Texas Exes's post 12/12/2024

Looking for the perfect gift for the Longhorn in your life? Check out our holiday gift guide featuring all the Longhorn essentials, including several from Longhorn-owned businesses → https://txex.us/49tU1Mp 🤘🎁

How a Former Marine Built UT’s National Championship Weightlifting Team 12/11/2024

David Griffin, BS ’20, has created a unique community on and off campus, fostering champions and scholars from many slices of UT life. The seven-time Under-25 National Champions University of Texas Weightlifting Team is a first-of-its-kind college program, outperforming scholarship-offering competitor schools under the guidance of Griffin, its singular founder. Learn more about Griffin and the team in the Alcalde. 🏋️

How a Former Marine Built UT’s National Championship Weightlifting Team Coach David Griffin works with Tabitha Halfmann on a "clean and jerk." David Griffin, BS ’20, once brought an empty glass jar to a white elephant gift exchange. He stuck a piece of white tape on the jar, drew himself as a stick figure holding a barbell, and christened it as “Dave’s Talent Jar....

Two Award-Winning Professors (and One Hollywood Celebrity) Make Science Cool 12/10/2024

“Hot Science — Cool Talks,” is a free, monthly lecture series that opens up the science on the Forty Acres to a public audience. After 25 years, founder Jay Banner is now working to boil down the essence of the “Hot Science” experience—the scientific wonder and the personal connection—into a new television series with the help of some experts on show biz. Learn more about the TV series in the Alcalde. 🧬

Two Award-Winning Professors (and One Hollywood Celebrity) Make Science Cool From left, Scott Rice and Jay Banner. There’s no shortage of fun things to do on a Friday night in Austin. For many locals, from couples on date nights to retirees and wriggling kindergartners, the monthly “Hot Science – Cool Talks” event at The University of Texas at Austin is at the top of...

12/10/2024

Toast to the season with Texas' finest. Still Austin Whiskey Co. Cask Strength Bourbon is here to make your holidays unforgettable. 🥃

12/09/2024

This week on Hello Longhorn, learn about one of our Forty Acres Scholars and the founder of Flo Recruit, Katherine Allen, BA '19, Life Member, who took a business idea that started during sorority recruitment and scaled it to help law firms.

Listen to Hello Longhorn every Monday wherever you get your podcasts → texasexes.org/hello-longhorn

Photos from Texas Exes's post 12/08/2024

The Longhorns are headed to the College Football Playoffs! Join us in Austin on Dec. 21 for another amazing Texas Exes tailgate. Tailgates open three hours before kickoff, and Members get in free (plus a free guest!) Secure your Platinum Pass for access to the Platinum Cafe with all you can eat and drink at the cafe's dedicated, full-service bar and elevated food options at txex.us/PlatinumPasses. See y'all there! 🤠🤘

Want to plan ahead? Reserve your spot now on our official Texas Exes Fan Travel trip for the CFP Quarterfinal in Atlanta with a fully refundable deposit of just $49 per person. Learn how you can travel in style at txex.us/PeachBowlTrip2025 ✈️

12/06/2024

Did you work a fun, unusual, or even miserable job while you were a student at UT? Have any of your beloved previous employers since closed?

Send your stories to [email protected] for a chance to be featured in an upcoming issue of the Alcalde! 📝

12/05/2024

A Texas game isn't complete without some Texas spirit. Cheering on the Longhorns with a Tito's Handmade Vodka Burnt-Orange Cooler is just peachy, don't ya think? Check out the recipe below! 🍑

INGREDIENTS
2 oz Tito’s Handmade Vodka
1/2 oz orange liqueur
3 oz orange juice
2 oz cranberry juice or pomegranate juice
1 peach, peeled and pitted

DIRECTIONS
Peel and pit the peach.
Blend Tito's Handmade Vodka, orange liqueur, orange juice, and peach together until smooth.
Pour into a glass with ice.
Drizzle in cranberry juice or pomegranate juice.

2024 Official Texas Exes' SEC Championship Tailgate 12/05/2024

Are you heading to the SEC Championship game this weekend? Tailgate with the Atlanta Texas Exes! Learn more about this weekend's festivities and get your ticket now: https://txex.us/4fZSDDo 🏈

2024 Official Texas Exes' SEC Championship Tailgate Join Longhorn Nation at the official Texas Exes Atlanta tailgate. Tickets are likely to sell out, so don't wait to get yours!

Photos from Texas Exes's post 12/05/2024

Is travel on your 2025 bucket list? Check out our trips designed specifically for young alumni. The itineraries are shorter, include lots of activity, and the pricing is right for your wallet. Visit Copenhagen, Athens, the Galapagos, and more! Invite your friends, and get planning → https://txex.us/49p4etu

Photos from Texas Exes's post 12/03/2024

THANK YOU, LONGHORN NATION! During our giving competition against Texas A&M, we asked you to support the Longhorns who need it most—our students. Your funding powers programming such as Camp Texas, Student Membership, Texas Fight Rally, Class Rings, and more. Thank you for stepping up to help support the Texas Exes programs that transform lives. 🤘

12/02/2024

From computer science and economics at The University of Texas at Austin to the CEO of the Center for Child Protection, Michael Torres, BA ’88, Life Member, has been serving children in Central Texas for almost 31 years.

This week on Hello Longhorn, learn all about Michael and the center's vision to end the cycle of child abuse through advocacy, education, and community support.

Listen to Hello Longhorn every Monday wherever you get your podcasts → texasexes.org/hello-longhorn

12/01/2024

AND IT'S GOODBYE TO A&M! TEXAS WINS THE FIRST LONESTAR SHOWDOWN GAME SINCE 2011, 17-7!!!🤘

11/30/2024

the wait is OVER 🤘

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