History of the University of Texas at Austin
Through photos and words, explore the origins, students, teachers, alumni, buildings, events, and extensive history of the University of Texas at Austin.
University of Texas History Books - Books on the History and Legends of the University of Texas at Austin
Go beyond the burnt orange and the UT tower to explore the rich history of the states most famous institution of higher learning (and sports!). This selection of books covers the history, the traditions, and the fun of the University of Texas.
Go beyond the burnt orange and the UT tower to explore the rich history of the states most famous institution of higher learning (and sports!). This selection of books covers the history, the traditions, and the fun of the University of Texas.
Texas Longhorns of the Bovine Variety
Although this article is primarily about Texas Longhorn cattle, not football players, it does contain trivia on the origins of BEVO, the 4-legged mascot of UT.
Although this article is primarily about Texas Longhorn cattle, not football players, it does contain trivia on the origins of BEVO, the 4-legged mascot of UT.
Chemistry at the University of Texas
History of the Chemistry department from 1883-1940 with faculty profiles, campus photos, and "The Names of Great Chemists Quiz."
History of the Chemistry department from 1883-1940 with faculty profiles, campus photos, and "The Names of Great Chemists Quiz."
Fame! A Gallery of Longhorn Celebrities
A who's who of famous faces who attended UT.
A who's who of famous faces who attended UT.
Foundation and Growth: Images of UTs Early Years
Buildings, early maps, the first female graduate (1886), and the first faculty of the school are some of the images in this exhibit.
Buildings, early maps, the first female graduate (1886), and the first faculty of the school are some of the images in this exhibit.
Halls of Renown: The Names Behind UT Campus Buildings
Why is it called Bellmont Hall? Who is Robert Lee Moore? Get a pictorial tour of UT buildings with facts and photos of the men and women these buildings honor.
Why is it called Bellmont Hall? Who is Robert Lee Moore? Get a pictorial tour of UT buildings with facts and photos of the men and women these buildings honor.
Hook 'em Lady Horns: A Winning Tradition
The sports, the changing uniforms. These are captured in photos from an online exhibit at The Center for American History.
The sports, the changing uniforms. These are captured in photos from an online exhibit at The Center for American History.
In the Paint: Highlights of UT Men's & Women's Basketball
The coaches, the players, the games with photos and facts. The Center for American History online exhibit.
The coaches, the players, the games with photos and facts. The Center for American History online exhibit.
Now & Then
Over 130 pictures take you on a photo tour of the UT campus from the 1980s back to the 1920s and earlier.
Over 130 pictures take you on a photo tour of the UT campus from the 1980s back to the 1920s and earlier.
Pigskin, Passion, & Pride: UT Football 1898-1998
A century of Longhorn gridiron action is found in this photo exhibit.
A century of Longhorn gridiron action is found in this photo exhibit.
The Marchin' Horns: A Century of the UT Marching Band
Photos and facts from The Center for American History. Enlarged images available. See Big Bertha, meet the first Longhorn Band, and find out when women were allowed to play along.
Photos and facts from The Center for American History. Enlarged images available. See Big Bertha, meet the first Longhorn Band, and find out when women were allowed to play along.
The Way We Were: The University of Texas in the Sixties
Images from the UT campus during the turbulent times of the Vietnam War, civil rights, and more. Includes photos of famous alums like Kay Bailey (now Hutchinson) as a UT cheerleader and Lloyd Doggett on the debate team in 1966.
Images from the UT campus during the turbulent times of the Vietnam War, civil rights, and more. Includes photos of famous alums like Kay Bailey (now Hutchinson) as a UT cheerleader and Lloyd Doggett on the debate team in 1966.
UT Facts & Trivia
Origin of the Hook 'em Horns sign, lyrics for The Eyes of Texas and the Fight Song, and more University of Texas trivia.
Origin of the Hook 'em Horns sign, lyrics for The Eyes of Texas and the Fight Song, and more University of Texas trivia.
UT Maps & Tours
Some are present-day and others are a photo tour into campus life years ago.
Some are present-day and others are a photo tour into campus life years ago.
Virtual Statue Tour
This student class project explores the sculptures and other historic landmarks found throughout the UT campus. Includes a photo, location, and a fact or two (some brief, some detailed) about each statue or exhibit.
This student class project explores the sculptures and other historic landmarks found throughout the UT campus. Includes a photo, location, and a fact or two (some brief, some detailed) about each statue or exhibit.
Walking the Forty Acres: Building Stones
This online tour version of the print edition explores the UT campus with a focus on the different native rock used in the buildings. Includes a geological time-table a chart of the variety of stones used in different areas of the buildings and the dates they were built.
This online tour version of the print edition explores the UT campus with a focus on the different native rock used in the buildings. Includes a geological time-table a chart of the variety of stones used in different areas of the buildings and the dates they were built.
We're Texas Commencement Celebrations 1884-1983
A century of UT graduations include an image of one of the first diplomas ever awarded, the Bluebonnet Chain, and President Lyndon B. Johnson delivering the 1964 commencement address. From The Center for American History online exhibits.
A century of UT graduations include an image of one of the first diplomas ever awarded, the Bluebonnet Chain, and President Lyndon B. Johnson delivering the 1964 commencement address. From The Center for American History online exhibits.
We're Texas UT Student Traditions Past & Present
Photos from Eyeore's Birthday Party, a UT bonfire, pushball, the school song, Bevo 1, and more.
Photos from Eyeore's Birthday Party, a UT bonfire, pushball, the school song, Bevo 1, and more.