Programs and Initiatives
Advancing the academic mission through strategic investments
We coordinate and support a variety of programs, working groups, and task force efforts dedicated to removing barriers to success and developing solutions to meet the unique needs of campus.
Institutional Priorities
We provide leadership and support to the campus community through initiatives that advance the academic mission of the university. Working collaboratively with campus leaders and stakeholders, these initiatives support the creation of knowledge and discovery and improve access to resources and opportunities.
Current Initiatives
Key task forces, working groups and initiatives from the Provost’s Office
University
President’s Faculty Advisory Board (PFAB)
Part of the New Faculty Advisory Structure this advisory group will include 12 faculty members from across the colleges and schools, charged with advising on institutional matters and focusing on the best interests of the entire University.
University
Faculty Advisory Cohort (FAC)
This cohort includes 60 esteemed faculty members charged with advising University leadership on issues and opportunities concerning different aspects of the institution.
University
Faculty Working Group on Academic Integrity
This group of faculty leaders will be tasked to work with us on developing a statement on academic integrity that affirms both the importance of academic freedom and its responsible exercise in teaching at UT.
Undergraduate
Core Curriculum Task Force
Task force to review the University’s existing general education curriculum, consider opportunities to better fulfill the purpose of this curriculum and identify gaps in quality, rigor or intellectual Cohesion.
Faculty
Professional-Track Faculty Development
Designed to support and empower the large and growing number of professional-track faculty at UT Austin by shaping policies that advance career progression, fostering equity and strengthening faculty integration.
Faculty
UT Sage
UT Sage is a virtual instructional designer and AI Tutor designed by UT Austin experts to support the responsible use of generative AI in teaching and learning.
Faculty
Donald D. Harrington Fellows Program
The Harrington Fellows Program advances the teaching and research missions of The University of Texas at Austin by drawing talented graduate students and outstanding early career scholars to our campus.
Undergraduate & Graduate
Student Success Programs and Resources
Our student success programs and resources provide a comprehensive, data-informed approach to supporting enrollment, strengthening retention and promoting on-time graduation.
Undergraduate & Graduate
Student Experience in the Research University (SERU) Survey
The SERU Survey is UT Austin’s most comprehensive survey of student engagement and experience. The survey asks students about a variety of curricular and co-curricular topics, including research activity, financial experiences, campus climate and postgraduate career plans. Read More
Undergraduate & Graduate
Digital Badging
The UT Digital Badging Initiative (DBI) enhances the academic mission of the University by recognizing learning through verifiable, sharable and metadata-rich digital credentials.