Laura Morales

Recent Contributions

University partners with city of Austin to study how green spaces in school yards impact children’s health

November 4, 2019

Melody Alcazar, an Austin Parks and Recreation Department program coordinator, said the study focuses on areas of the city that lack access to natural ammenities such as parks and gardens. She said the results of the two-year study will show how infrequent exposure to nature impacts children’s health.
New student committee addresses intersection of race, environment

October 17, 2019

The Campus Environmental Center created a new committee to address the intersection of social issues and the environmental protection movement.
Employers will seek students at new career center

September 24, 2019

The new Center for Career Exploration and Development, which will give recruiters a renovated space to meet with students, is moving into its design phase.
Hundreds of Austin students protest climate change during nationwide “Global Climate Strike”

September 21, 2019

More than a thousand Austin students led a local protest against climate change Friday as a part of hundreds of similar worldwide youth-led demonstrations.
Parking and Transportation enforces scooter regulations for football season

September 19, 2019

UT implemented a wave of regulations on dockless scooters in the spring, which stadium attendees now face during the new football season.
Indoor softball, baseball training facilities will be added to McCombs Field

September 18, 2019

Baseball and softball players will soon be able to avoid the Texas heat because new extensions to the Red and Charline McCombs Field will add an indoor training facility for both teams.
University plans to develop Waller Creek as part of Campus Master Plan

September 12, 2019

UT is planning to develop Waller Creek by improving its walkability, environmental health and stability.
Students will be able to get student records, financial aid, tuition all in Main Building

September 11, 2019

Students can get their student records, financial aid and tuition services all in the same place starting in the spring of 2020.
Student Advisory Council meets to craft recommendations for UT System Board of Regents

September 9, 2019

The Student Advisory Council to the UT System met this weekend to discuss supportive resources for sexual assault victims, international students and “at-risk” students across their campuses.
New Admissions Welcome Center to open at end of the month

September 5, 2019

Prospective student tours will be welcomed in the center of campus instead of on the other side of Guadalupe Street.
New Italian restaurant opens in the Union

September 4, 2019

MoZZo, a new Italian restaurant in the Texas Union, opened on Aug. 26 and serves made-to-order bowls, wraps and Tuscan waffles on a stick.
UT combines 5 campus building renovations into one project to save cost, improve efficiency

August 29, 2019

In an effort to save money and improve efficiency, Project Management and Construction Services has consolidated five separate buildings’ renovations under the Campus Infrastructure Upgrades project.
Matthew McConaughey joins Moody College of Communication faculty

August 29, 2019

Actor and UT alumnus Matthew McConaughey is joining the faculty of the Moody College of Communication as a film professor of practice starting this semester.
University Housing and Dining implements hand scanners in some dining halls

August 28, 2019

Hand scanners will be used to swipe student residents into Jester 2nd Floor Dining and Kinsolving Dining Hall this semester.
DKR Stadium, Welch Hall construction projects continue as the semester begins

August 26, 2019

As the fall 2019 semester begins, students should expect to see several major construction projects continuing from the summer.
Anna Hiss Gymnasium renovations receive $24.5 million in funding

August 26, 2019

The University received $24.5 million from the UT System Board of Regents on Aug. 15 to convert the Anna Hiss Gymnasium into a robotics research space by spring 2021.
Keep Austin Wizard petitions University for renewable energy

May 5, 2019

Keep Austin Wizard is petitioning the University to convert to entirely renewable energy sources by 2035.
Texas Hillel hosts Israel Block Party as Palestine Solidarity Committee protests Israeli occupation

April 24, 2019

The annual Israel Block Party is a student-led event sponsored by Texas Hillel, a Jewish community organization for students. The Palestine Solidarity Committee, a Palestinian activist group, protested what they say is Israeli occupation of Palestinian territory throughout the event.
Hispanic faculty found to be underrepresented, underpaid

April 18, 2019

Hispanic professors at UT are the lowest paid faculty and have often been excluded from higher positions, according to an ongoing committee analysis.
University Housing works with transgender students to find inclusive on-campus housing options

March 24, 2019

As housing contracts are sent out for the coming school year, some transgender students may struggle to find inclusive housing options on campus.
On-campus University Methodist Church dissents to larger denomination’s restriction on LGBTQ clergy, same-sex marriage

March 3, 2019

The on-campus University United Methodist Church said they will not go along with the national denomination’s recent vote to uphold the ban on LGBTQ clergy and same-sex marriage within the church.
State Legislature's first-ever LGBTQ caucus members reveal their goals, challenges for 86th session

February 20, 2019

The Daily Texan Events and Engagement staff hosted the state lawmakers for a panel moderated by Texan legislative reporter Chad Lyle. The caucus, which was formed in January, is made up of five LGBTQ women state representatives.
New collaboration between UT, Mexico tries to find solutions to human rights violations, violence

February 13, 2019

University of Texas scholars and Mexican officials gathered to brainstorm ideas for community development in Mexico during a two-day summit Monday and Tuesday.
Director of US Cyber operations offers perspective on modern combat

January 31, 2019

Cybersecurity operations help fight terrorism overseas and prevent Russian and North Korean hacking of United States facilities, Brig. Gen. Jennifer Buckner said during a talk at UT on Thursday.
UN World Food Program appoints UT campus Ambassador

December 3, 2018

A United Nations World Food Program initiative has expanded its campus ambassador program to UT-Austin.
UT participates in nationwide initiative to help low income students

November 28, 2018

The University will participate in a new multi-institution collaborative effort to award more degrees to low-income, first-generation and minority students.
UT implements prison education program

November 14, 2018

The initiative, which started in 2017, is UT’s first prison education program, although program instructors did not begin teaching until this semester.
Division of Diversity and Community Engagement launches Office of Inclusive Innovation and Entrepreneurship

November 11, 2018

In response to the growing number of start-ups on campus, the Office of Inclusive Innovation and Entrepreneurship launched late last month as part of an attempt to reach out to minority students.
Fine Arts Library unveils fifth floor renovations

November 8, 2018

Old and new volumes of books line the shelves in the fifth floor of the newly renovated Fine Arts Library.
Graduate School expands recruiting efforts internationally

November 2, 2018

The program allocates additional funding for a faculty member’s existing international travel plans, such as guest lecturing, research and collaboration with international institutions.
UT Chapter of Turning Point USA hosts debate with organization founder

October 24, 2018

A crowd of about 40 students surrounded by officers from the UT Police Department gathered on the West Mall on Wednesday to debate Charlie Kirk, Turning Point USA founder and executive director.
UT law professors appear in Elizabeth Warren’s campaign video

October 21, 2018

UT law professors appeared in Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren’s recent campaign video titled “Elizabeth Warren’s family story.”
UT engineering professor receives $300,000 grant for pipeline research

October 16, 2018

A $300,000 grant was awarded to civil engineering associate professor Salvatore Salamone last month for his pipeline safety research.
Axios executive editor hosts conversation with leading entrepreneurs

October 14, 2018

The conversation, which took place at the Blanton Museum of Art, was moderated by Mike Allen, Axios co-founder and executive editor. Guest speakers were from JPMorgan Chase, the NBA and Doch.
UT approves construction of gender-neutral bathrooms in Burdine

October 12, 2018

Construction will start in the summer of 2019, and the funds for the conversion come from the allocated renovation budget. Converting one of the multi-stall bathrooms to a single-stall, gender-inclusive bathroom will cost around $115,000.
American Psychological Association indicates rise in freshman mental health disorders

October 3, 2018

As the number of students seeking mental health services rises, the Counseling and Mental Health Center is increasing their efforts to raise awareness of the signs of mental disorders.
Habitat for Humanity campaigns for $250 million housing bond

September 20, 2018

In advance of the Nov. 6 election, UT’s Habitat for Humanity is campaigning for students to vote for a $250 million bond that aims to make Austin housing more affordable.
UT-Austin organizations coordinate to register students to vote

September 17, 2018

The Civic Engagement Alliance, in conjunction with TX Votes, gathered representatives from 78 campus organizations to encourage voter registration among their members, students and the Austin community.
UT Austin microfarm relocates to larger location at UT’s intramural fields

September 11, 2018

The Campus Environmental Center relocated their microfarm from a fifth-acre plot to a half-acre plot at the Whitaker Intramural Fields on Guadalupe Street.
Cockrell students make splash at Cockrell Kickoff

September 4, 2018

Students from the Cockrell School of Engineering gathered Saturday to swim, listen to music and eat a buffet of food at Cockrell Kickoff, an annual event that allows engineering students to gather and connect with their peers.

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Laura Morales

Recent Contributions

University partners with city of Austin to study how green spaces in school yards impact children’s health

New student committee addresses intersection of race, environment

Employers will seek students at new career center

Hundreds of Austin students protest climate change during nationwide “Global Climate Strike”

Parking and Transportation enforces scooter regulations for football season

Indoor softball, baseball training facilities will be added to McCombs Field

University plans to develop Waller Creek as part of Campus Master Plan

Students will be able to get student records, financial aid, tuition all in Main Building

Student Advisory Council meets to craft recommendations for UT System Board of Regents

New Admissions Welcome Center to open at end of the month

New Italian restaurant opens in the Union

UT combines 5 campus building renovations into one project to save cost, improve efficiency

Matthew McConaughey joins Moody College of Communication faculty

University Housing and Dining implements hand scanners in some dining halls

DKR Stadium, Welch Hall construction projects continue as the semester begins

Anna Hiss Gymnasium renovations receive $24.5 million in funding

Keep Austin Wizard petitions University for renewable energy

Texas Hillel hosts Israel Block Party as Palestine Solidarity Committee protests Israeli occupation

Hispanic faculty found to be underrepresented, underpaid

University Housing works with transgender students to find inclusive on-campus housing options

On-campus University Methodist Church dissents to larger denomination’s restriction on LGBTQ clergy, same-sex marriage

State Legislature's first-ever LGBTQ caucus members reveal their goals, challenges for 86th session

New collaboration between UT, Mexico tries to find solutions to human rights violations, violence

Director of US Cyber operations offers perspective on modern combat

UN World Food Program appoints UT campus Ambassador

UT participates in nationwide initiative to help low income students

UT implements prison education program

Division of Diversity and Community Engagement launches Office of Inclusive Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Fine Arts Library unveils fifth floor renovations

Graduate School expands recruiting efforts internationally

UT Chapter of Turning Point USA hosts debate with organization founder

UT law professors appear in Elizabeth Warren’s campaign video

UT engineering professor receives $300,000 grant for pipeline research

Axios executive editor hosts conversation with leading entrepreneurs

UT approves construction of gender-neutral bathrooms in Burdine

American Psychological Association indicates rise in freshman mental health disorders

Habitat for Humanity campaigns for $250 million housing bond

UT-Austin organizations coordinate to register students to vote

UT Austin microfarm relocates to larger location at UT’s intramural fields

Cockrell students make splash at Cockrell Kickoff