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Age No Barrier to Athlete’s Success

November 13, 2024

Programming a More Efficient Way to Travel

October 4, 2024 | Updated: October 11, 2024

HomeFest is Right Around the Corner

October 4, 2024 | Updated: October 16, 2024

Alumni, Community Invited to Experience Campus Cultural District

September 9, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Professional Cricket Tournament Comes to UTD

September 7, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Encouraged as a Student, Encouraging as a Professor

September 6, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

New Face of Alumni with a Long UTD Connection

September 6, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Alumni Rewind: Crowned Miss Texas, Alumna Strives for Excellence

August 7, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

UTD Alum’s Work Displayed on a Grand Scale

August 7, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Young Entrepreneur Finds Niche in Restaurant Promotion

July 3, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Alumni Rewind: Revisiting Artist Cole Newman BA’22

July 3, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Hikers Find New Adventures in National Parks

July 3, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

From a Street Kid to a Man Realizing His Dream

June 10, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

In the News: Comets Making Headlines

June 10, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Campus Scenes: New Comet Graduates Celebrate Achievements

May 16, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Beauty Queen Turned Mental Health Champion

May 16, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Comet Graduates Serve as Advocates for Higher Education

May 16, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Distinguished Alumni, Supporters Honored at 20th Awards Gala

April 26, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Fueling a Passion, Filling a Need

April 9, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Creative Students, Alums Come Together to Connect

April 9, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

20th UT Dallas Awards Gala to Celebrate Alumni, Supporters

March 11, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Different Ways of Knowing

March 11, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Entrepreneur in Residence Fosters Student Innovation

March 11, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Comet Couple Recalls Campus Beginning

February 6, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Alumnus Creates Media Arts Summer Camp for Children

February 6, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

A World Tour No Barriers Could Stop

February 6, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

How Artist Cole Newman Lets It Fly

January 16, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

“That’s So Millennial of You” – Alumna Researches Millennial Giving Trends

January 11, 2024 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Finding Your Leadville

December 13, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Father and Daughter Take Part in UTD Ring Tradition

December 13, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Alumni Couple Supports School Where They Met

November 22, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Former Comets Coach, Player Returns to Lead Basketball Team

November 13, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Homecoming Event Highlights Alumni Businesses

November 13, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

In the News: Comets Making Headlines

November 13, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Inviting Alumni, Friends and Family to Homecoming 2023

October 6, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Youth Advocate Teaches Students the Power of Positivity

October 6, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Alumna’s Gift Helps Students Pursue the Possible

September 23, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

A Dream Realized, Chef Mollie Races On

September 13, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Learning to Pivot

September 13, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Giving the Gift of Experience

September 13, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

In the News: Comets Making Headlines

September 13, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

The Story of a Mother’s Hope Fulfilled

August 9, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Helping People Without Homes Gain Independence

July 12, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Comet Corner: A Veteran on a Mission to Help International Farmers

July 12, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

In the News: Comets Making Headlines

June 13, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Pursuing a Passion for Teaching

June 13, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Alumnus Celebrates Professor’s Impact, Gift Names Center

May 12, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

A Passion for Helping Others Understand Life’s Challenges

May 8, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Former Marine, UTD Student Reflects on TI Founders Leadership Fellowship

May 8, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

For Entrepreneurial Alum, the Hard Path is the Best Path

April 12, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

In Search of Myself: Surviving a Cult and Blazing Trails

March 14, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

In the News: Comets Making Headlines

March 14, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Awards Gala Will Celebrate Distinguished Alumni, Supporters

February 13, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Connect with UTD Alumni by Joining Comets Community

February 13, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

For Many Alumni Comet Couples, UTD is Where Romance Began

February 13, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Former Comets Baseball Standout Helping Next Generation of Student-Athletes

February 11, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Overcoming Communication Barriers with a DJ’s Turntable

January 19, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Graduates and Supporters Celebrate at Grads on the Green

January 19, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Don’t Miss the Dallas Mavericks UTD Spirit Night

January 19, 2023 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Alumni Center Transformed Into Holiday Central

December 19, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Ring Ceremony Deepens Student, Alumni Connections

December 19, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Business Alumna Realizes Dream of Creating Future Heirlooms

December 19, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Balancing Life and Career Through Music

December 19, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

UTD People, Resources Help First-Gen Students Succeed

November 4, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

In the News: Comets Making Headlines

October 12, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

A Guiding Hand for Patients, Family Facing Hearing Loss

October 12, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Driven to Run: A Journey Marked in Miles

October 12, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Find Your Passion on North Texas Giving Day

September 15, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Davidson-Gundy Alumni Center Marks 5th Anniversary

September 15, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Challenges, Risks Paved Way for Alumna’s Success

September 15, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

2022 Fall Events – Mark Your Calendars

August 11, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Scientist Transforms Research into Life-Changing Therapeutics

August 10, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Comet Conversations: Alumni Launch Careers in the Classroom

August 9, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Comet Corner: Photography Tips for Small Businesses Brands

July 13, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Two Alumni Receive 40 Under 40 Recognition

July 13, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Photo Gallery: A Day at the Ballpark

July 13, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Former Student, LGBTQ Leader Reflects on UTD Experience

June 15, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Join UT Dallas for Texas Rangers Baseball

June 15, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Photo Gallery: 2022 Spring Commencement

June 15, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Students, Graduates Celebrate Tradition at Ring Ceremony

May 11, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Alumna Scores on Pro Disc Golf Circuit

May 11, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

TI Fellowship Growing Nonprofit Leaders, Careers in North Texas

April 20, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Bunny Bash Draws Alumni, Family to UTD Campus

April 19, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

UT Dallas Graduate Witnessed, Contributed to Richardson’s Rapid Rise

April 19, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Alumni in the News: Comets Making Headlines

April 19, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

UT Dallas Names Arun Agarwal, Don Magner to Executive Board

March 30, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Alumna Spreads ‘Realistic Optimism’ to Clients

March 11, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Photo Gallery: 2022 Homecoming

March 11, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Photo Gallery: 2022 Awards Gala

February 18, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Join In Random Acts of Kindness with UT Dallas and State Farm

February 9, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Photo Gallery: Fall 2021 Commencement

January 18, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Calling All Comet Couples: Submit Your UT Dallas Love Story

January 18, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Distinguished Alumni, Supporters to be Honored at Awards Gala

January 14, 2022 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Comets Unite for Ring Ceremony

December 15, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Four Comet-Owned Businesses to Support on Small Business Saturday

November 12, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Big Idea Competition Winners: Where Are They Now?

November 12, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Comet Conversations: Alumni Share What It’s Like to Work in Media

November 12, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Alumni Reflect on Experiences as First-Generation Students

November 12, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Alumna Wins AGU Graduate Research Award

October 28, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Alumnus Pushes Tech to its Limits in Search for Energy

October 28, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

For Jon Hatcher BA’18, Skills Learned as Student Athlete Helped On, Off Court

October 28, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

New Temoc Socks Support the Comet Cupboard

September 27, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Alumni in the News: Comets Making Headlines

September 17, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Photos: Classes of 2020 and 2021 In-Person Commencement

August 13, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Save the Date: Fall Alumni Events

August 12, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Alumna’s UT Dallas Education, Passion for Cooking Establishes Successful Chef Business

August 11, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Comet Corner: Five Tips for New Entrepreneurs

July 12, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Alumna Turns Art Degree into Successful Career in Production

July 12, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Alumni in the News: Comets Making Headlines

May 11, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Celebrate Comets Giving Days on May 26, 27

May 11, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Former Mascot Reveals What It’s Like to be Temoc

April 13, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Comet Conversations: Alumnae Share What Ramadan Means to Them

April 13, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

With Bright Box Foods, Alumna Helps Bring Chef-Prepared Meals to Dallas

April 13, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Celebrate Pi Day with Recipes from UT Dallas Executive Chef Michael Tyler

March 9, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Five Alumnae Making Waves in Their Industries

March 9, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

For Julio Catalino Sadorra BS’13, Chess is About More than Grandmaster Title

March 9, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Comet Corner: Five Tips to Clear Out Clutter

March 9, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

HumCap Invests in First-Generation STEM Students

February 23, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Comet Couples Share Their Stellar Love Stories

February 11, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Alumni Features, University Resources Honor Black History Month

February 9, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Calling All Comet Couples: Share Your Love Story

January 12, 2021 | Updated: October 07, 2024

Leave a Note for Class of 2020 Graduates

December 7, 2020 | Updated: March 28, 2022

Five Gift Ideas for UT Dallas Graduates

December 7, 2020 | Updated: March 28, 2022

Candace Galbreath BS’15, MS’16 Dances Her Way to Success

December 7, 2020 | Updated: March 28, 2022

Alumni Association Celebrates One-Year Anniversary

November 9, 2020 | Updated: March 28, 2022

Artistic Community at UT Dallas Helped Propel Alumna’s Art Career

November 9, 2020 | Updated: March 28, 2022

Alumnus’ Entrepreneurial Journey Filled with Passion, Purpose

November 9, 2020 | Updated: March 28, 2022

Alumna and Former TI Fellow Finds Purpose in Service

October 14, 2020 | Updated: March 28, 2022

Jindal School Alumnae Recognized for Success in Business

October 12, 2020 | Updated: March 28, 2022

Fatima Lalani BA’19 Turns Inspiring Education into Teaching Career

October 12, 2020 | Updated: March 28, 2022

Jindal School Book Club Virtually Connects Alumni

September 15, 2020 | Updated: March 28, 2022

Alumna’s Islamic Decor Company Launches Second Career

September 15, 2020 | Updated: March 28, 2022

Alumni in the News: Black Leaders Shaping Dallas, Making Sense of COVID-19 Data, Artist Turned Curator

August 20, 2020 | Updated: March 28, 2022

Alumna Organizes Socially Distant Black Lives Matter Protest

July 8, 2020 | Updated: March 28, 2022

50th Anniversary Celebrations to Conclude with Extended Comets Giving Day

July 8, 2020 | Updated: March 28, 2022

Welcome to Your Alumni Community, Class of 2020!

June 10, 2020 | Updated: March 28, 2022

University’s Impact Continues to Resonate with LGBTQ Alumni

June 10, 2020 | Updated: March 28, 2022

Alumnae at North Texas Food Bank are Motivated by the Mission

May 12, 2020 | Updated: March 28, 2022

Three Comets Making a Difference in Their Communities

May 12, 2020 | Updated: July 05, 2021

The Books, Music and Podcasts Comets Recommend to Keep You Entertained

April 13, 2020 | Updated: July 05, 2021

Know a Comet Making a Difference?

April 13, 2020 | Updated: July 05, 2021

A Survivor of the Holocaust, Eva Ratonyi MS’76 Shares the Importance of Education

March 5, 2020 | Updated: July 05, 2021

Through Break Bread, Break Borders, Jin-Ya Huang BS’95 is Empowering Female Refugees

March 5, 2020 | Updated: July 05, 2021

Become a Comets Giving Day Ambassador

March 5, 2020 | Updated: July 05, 2021

Photo Gallery: Alumni Night at the National Videogame Museum

March 5, 2020 | Updated: July 05, 2021

Inside the Official Alumni Association Welcome Box

February 11, 2020 | Updated: July 05, 2021

How Five Comet Couples Found Love at UT Dallas

February 11, 2020 | Updated: July 05, 2021

Alumni in the News: Comets Making Headlines

February 10, 2020 | Updated: April 27, 2023

Comet Speaks: Fashion Photographer Nick Glover BA’19 Shares His Current Inspiration

February 10, 2020 | Updated: July 05, 2021

Photo Gallery: Fall 2019 Commencement

January 17, 2020 | Updated: August 13, 2021

Cookbook Author and Food Blogger Michelle Hoover BA’13 Shares Her Latest Recipe

January 17, 2020 | Updated: July 08, 2021

Mark Your Calendars for These Spring Alumni Events

January 17, 2020 | Updated: July 08, 2021

Meet the Alumni Hosts of UT Dallas’ Podcast “Could We Ever”

December 12, 2019 | Updated: July 08, 2021

Comet Gift Guide: Four Picks for Your Favorite Graduate

December 12, 2019 | Updated: July 08, 2021

Photo Gallery: 2019 UT Dallas Homecoming

December 10, 2019 | Updated: July 08, 2021

Students, Alumni Celebrate Accomplishments at UT Dallas Ring Ceremony

December 4, 2019 | Updated: July 08, 2021

Comet Corner: Money Coach Elle Hall-Coleman BS’08 Shares Her Holiday Budgeting Tips

November 12, 2019 | Updated: July 08, 2021

Join the New UT Dallas Alumni Association

November 12, 2019 | Updated: January 27, 2023

Three Comet-Owned Businesses to Support on Small Business Saturday

November 12, 2019 | Updated: June 21, 2023

Alumni Couple Helped Bring Homecoming, Student Groups to Life in the ’90s

November 11, 2019 | Updated: July 08, 2021

Second Annual Alumni Day of Service Brings UT Dallas Community Together

October 25, 2019 | Updated: July 08, 2021

Jindal School Graduates Earn Women in Business Awards

October 2, 2019 | Updated: July 08, 2021

Alumni Brothers Bring Video Games to Life Through Triple B Titles

September 9, 2019 | Updated: July 08, 2021

Recap: UT Dallas Night at Globe Life Park

September 9, 2019 | Updated: July 08, 2021

There’s Still Time to Sign Up for Oozeball

September 9, 2019 | Updated: July 08, 2021

University Marks 50th Anniversary with Events, Banner Year of Branding

September 9, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Make an Impact on North Texas Giving Day

September 9, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Biomedical Engineering Grad Becomes First Phi Kappa Phi 1897 Fellow

August 12, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Comet Speaks: Author Kimberly King Parsons BA’00, MA’04 Shares Her Current Must-Haves, Book Recommendation

August 9, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

UT Dallas Night at the Ballpark is Near

August 8, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

UT Dallas Internship Program Led Mary Elbanna BA’16, MPP’16 to Career in Politics

August 8, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Planned Giving Comes Easily to Alumna

July 31, 2019 | Updated: September 28, 2022

Alumni in the News: Comets Making Headlines

July 10, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Alumni Bring New Flavor, Nepali Dumplings to Dallas Diners

July 10, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

A Strong Community at UT Dallas Helped Michael Parmerlee BS’06 Find His Niche

July 9, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Alumnus’ Gift Helps Transform University’s Esports Facility

June 6, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

For Alumnus, University Ring Comes Full Circle 20 Years Later

June 6, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Wedded Bliss: See How Comet Couples Tied the Knot

June 6, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

New Texas Instruments Fellowship Trains Future Nonprofit Leaders

May 9, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Brian Beck-Smith BS’05 Helps Lead Future Comets to Success in Math

May 9, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Alumni Reception Highlights State Farm, University’s Partnership

May 9, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

A Guide to UT Dallas Summer Camps 2019

May 9, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

For Emily Chrastka BS’16, Creating Eco-friendly Flowers is a Science

May 9, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Distinguished Alumni, Supporters Celebrated at Annual Awards Gala

April 12, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Comet Corner: Last-Minute Tips for Tax Season

April 10, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Female STEM Students Create YWISE Alumni Group for Wiser Future

April 10, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

How UT Dallas Helped Emily Luth BS’17 Find Her True Passion

March 11, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

University Alumni, Supporters to be Honored at Annual Gala

March 8, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Female Comets Making Waves in Their Industries

March 8, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Calling All Comets: Become a Giving Day Ambassador

March 8, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Introducing JonssonConnect, a New App for Jonsson School Alumni

March 8, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Photo Gallery: A Celebration of Comets

March 4, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Comets on a Couch: Relationship Edition

February 14, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Comets Speak: Producer Ryan Ahrens BA’02 Shares His Current Must-Haves, Oscar Pick

February 13, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

It’s Not Too Late to Order Your UT Dallas Ring

February 13, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Alumni in the News: Comets Making Headlines

January 22, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Comet Corner: Dietitian Stella Yan BS’15 Shares Five Ways to Make Your Resolutions a Reality

January 22, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Meet Cody Meyers, Director of Alumni Relations

January 22, 2019 | Updated: July 13, 2021

Ring Ceremony a Celebration of Accomplishments, Supporters

January 22, 2019 | Updated: July 14, 2021

The Gift of Giving: Scholarship Serves as Inspiration for Graduate, Donor

December 12, 2018 | Updated: July 14, 2021