Austin, Texas – November 20, 2024 — Huston-Tillotson University (HT) has received another notable accomplishment by securing the number 3 spot among the Best Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the nation, according to the latest rankings from Niche.com. Niche, a trusted platform for Read More »

A Night of Texas Tradition, Elegance, and Purpose-Driven Support for Huston-Tillotson University  Austin, Texas – November 7, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University is excited to announce that tickets are now available for the Third Annual Boots ’N Bling Benefit, a signature event that celebrates Texas tradition Read More »

Austin, Texas — Huston-Tillotson University (HT) continues to elevate its academic reputation, while celebrating the recent recognition of its psychology program by Researc.com as one of the best in the nation for 2024 . This ranking comes on the heels of HT being named by Read More »

Austin, Texas — Dr. Shaquille K. Dillon, Vice President for Marketing, Strategy, Impact, and Innovation at Huston-Tillotson University, has been named among Southern University Alumni Federation’s Top 40 Under 40 honorees. This esteemed recognition highlights his exceptional contributions to higher education through transformative leadership, innovative Read More »

Austin, Texas – November 1, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University is honored to announce the award of a Preservation Grant that will support the restoration and preservation of the iconic Evans Industrial Building. As a cornerstone of Austin’s educational and cultural heritage, Huston-Tillotson University plays an invaluable Read More »

Austin, Texas – October 30, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University is thrilled to announce the commencement of its sesquicentennial celebration, marking 150 years of academic excellence, community engagement, and cultural heritage. This historic milestone will be commemorated with a series of events and activities throughout the Read More »

Austin, Texas – October 29, 2024 – Street dance will meet classical music when the Fly Dance Company takes the stage at Huston-Tillotson University (HT) on Friday, Nov. 8, 2024, at 7 p.m. in the King-Seabrook Chapel. This event, which brings a high-energy, entertaining, and Read More »

Wallace is one of 115 Austin area leaders selected to the publication’s second annual list Austin, Texas – October 2, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University (HT) President and CEO Melva K. Wallace was recently named to the class of 2024 Austin Business Journal (ABJ) Power Players.  Read More »

Austin, Texas – September 30, 2024 –HT alumna and Board of Trustees member Andrea Mosie, senior Apollo sample processor and lab manager who oversees the 842 pounds of Apollo lunar samples, accepted the Congressional Gold Medal awarded to all NASA’s Hidden Figures. The award was Read More »

Austin, Texas – September 27, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University (HT) is ranked the number one private historically black college and university (HBCU) in Texas for 2025 by U.S. News and World Report (USNWR). Garnering the 9th spot for social mobility and 25th best institution among Read More »

HT Among Key Institutions Featured in the Report and Showcasing its Role as a Vital Economic Engine in Texas Austin, Texas – September 20, 2024 – This month, UNCF (United Negro College Fund), the nation’s largest and most effective minority education organization, proudly unveiled its Read More »

Wallace was one of 20 members appointed to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) HBCU-MSI Federal Advisory Council Austin, Texas – September 18, 2024 – Houston-Tillotson University President Melva K. Wallace was one of twenty (20) members named to the inaugural Historically Black Colleges and Universities Read More »

Ranks third after the State’s two public four-year institutions Austin, Texas – September 13, 2024 – In a recent listing of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) Huston-Tillotson University (HT) was listed as the number 1 private HBCU in Texas by HBCU Colleges. HT, the Read More »

HT one of 19 Historically Black Colleges and Universities to receive this recognition Austin, Texas – September 11, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University (HT) was one of 19 historically Black colleges and universities (HBCU) recently announced as a 2024 Fulbright HBCU Institutional Leader by the U.S. Read More »

Austin, TX – September 10, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University has appointed John A. Smith Jr. as the head coach of the men’s basketball team, effective as of Sept. 2, 2024. A veteran coach with a wealth of coaching experience in the NCAA’s Division I as Read More »

Austin, TX – August 9, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University’s (HT) team and stakeholders are assisting our students with becoming academically ready, career ready and Ram ready. During the summer of 2024, HT hosted seventy-eight students in its I.D.E.A.L. Summer Academy where students were being challenged Read More »

San Diego, CA – August 8, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University (HT) President Melva Wallace was recently named Most Innovative Leader of 2024 by the National College Resources Foundation (NCRF) and the Black College Expo. “This prestigious award recognizes President Wallace’s exceptional contributions to higher education Read More »

Austin, TX – July 30, 2024 – The Huston-Tillotson University School of Business and Technology recently received reaffirmation of accreditation from the Accreditation for its global business program from the Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).              “Maintaining this accreditation was my number priority Read More »

Austin, TX – July 22, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University (HT) has been honored with the prestigious 2024 Architectural Landmark Award from the Texas Society of Architects. The university will be recognized during the group’s 85th annual Conference & Design Expo, scheduled to take place from Read More »

Austin, TX – July 9, 2024 –Huston-Tillotson University is proud to recognize Mrs. Linda Jackson as she celebrates 25 years of stellar service. Over the past quarter-century, Mrs. Jackson has held numerous pivotal roles in which she exhibited exceptional leadership and dedication. Prior to her Read More »

Austin, TX – July 1, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Kenneth R. Crawford, Jr., to the prestigious role of Chief Operating Officer and Clerk to the Board at Huston-Tillotson University. Dr. Crawford has been a valued member of Read More »

Austin, TX – July 1, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University is thrilled to announce a momentous celebration marking its 150th anniversary. This historic event will take place aboard the luxurious Royal Caribbean’s Harmony of the Seas, from May 18 to May 24, 2025.    Against the breathtaking Read More »

Austin, TX – July 1, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Jennifer P. Miles as its new Vice President for Student Affairs. Dr. Miles brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success in higher education Read More »

Los Angeles, CA – June 30, 2024 – Heiress and VanVan delivered a show-stopping performance at the 2024 BET Awards in Los Angeles, California, with their hit single “Be You.” The dynamic duo’s performance featured an inspiring collaboration with Huston-Tillotson University and Morris Brown College, Read More »

Austin, TX – June 25, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University’s athletic communications office was among the honorees at the NAIA Sports Information Directors Association’s 2024 Publications & Media Contest, the NAIA announced this week. The baseball game notes produced by Alan Wiederhold-Sohn, HT’s Sports Information Director, Read More »

Austin, TX – June 25, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University (HT) is proud to announce the successful conclusion of the annual HBCU C2 [Coding+Creativity] Summer Coding Camp, held in partnership with Austin’s Pre-freshman Engineering Enrichment Program (AusPREP). This invigorating week-long camp, conducted from June 11th to Read More »

Marion, Ind. – June 21, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University’s women’s 4×400-meter relay team finished ninth in the nation as they qualified for the finals of the event at the 2024 NAIA Track and Field Championships, hosted by Indiana Wesleyan University. In their run to the Read More »

Austin, TX, June 7, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University is pleased to announce the appointment of seven outstanding individuals to its Board of Trustees. These distinguished leaders bring a wealth of experience, expertise, and passion that will further enrich the university’s mission and help guide its Read More »

Austin, TX – June 6, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University (HT) recently unveiled its strategic plan for the next decade.  Approved by the HT Board of Trustees, the plan, titled “From First to Foremost: Huston-Tillotson University 2024-2034,” is the culmination of an inclusive process that spanned Read More »

Marion, Ind. – May 22, 2024 – Seven Huston-Tillotson student-athletes will compete at the national 2024 NAIA Outdoor Track and Field Championships, which begin Wednesday, May 22 at Indiana Wesleyan University and conclude two days later. The NAIA will be livestreaming the championship meet. A Read More »

Austin, Texas – May 16, 2024 – The Huston-Tillotson University Track and Field team is gearing up for an exciting journey to the NAIA Nationals, scheduled to take place from May 20th to May 25th at Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion, Indiana. With a strong Read More »

Austin, Texas – April 26, 2024 – Congressman Greg Casar (D-Texas) joined Huston-Tillotson University leaders, students, and Black Austinites to celebrate his office securing $850,000 for the university in this year’s Congressional budget. The $850,000 grant will be used by Huston-Tillotson to renovate two residence halls Read More »

Austin, Texas – April 5, 2024 – The HT Certified ReLaunch Madness Party marked a triumphant celebration of student achievement and the culmination of HT’s initiative to promote career readiness through its free soft skills training platform, HT Certified. The event was an electrifying affair, Read More »

Courtesy of Texas Rangers Communications ARLINGTON, Texas — The 2023 World Series Champion Texas Rangers are embarking on its first-ever HBCU Trophy Tour, bringing Rangers and Major League Baseball representatives to three of Texas’ Historically Black Colleges and Universities with the Commissioner’s Trophy in tow. The Read More »

Austin, Texas – February 8, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University, the first higher education institute in Austin, proudly announces its annual Boots ‘N Bling Benefit, an event that combines elegance, excitement, and purpose-driven networking. This year’s extravaganza promises an unforgettable experience for attendees, featuring the Zydeco Read More »

Austin, Texas – February 6, 2024 – An innovational soft skills training platform designed to enhance a person’s career readiness competencies, increase productivity, and boost morale is now available for the Huston-Tillotson University family and its stakeholders. HT Certified is a soft skills training platform Read More »

  Austin, Texas – January 5, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University (HT) officials are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated Boots ’N Bling Benefit, scheduled for Friday, March 1, 2024, from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm at the Fair Market.  Expanding Horizons, Connecting Communities: In a groundbreaking Read More »

“The Partnership will be funded by a grant from Apple, Inc.” Austin, Texas – January 5, 2024 – Statistics show that nationwide, there is a grave shortage of African-American male teachers in minority-serving public schools. During a recent panel discussion hosted the by the Virginia Read More »

New York City, NY – January 5, 2024 – Huston-Tillotson University President and CEO Melva K. Wallace was recently featured on ESG News with Matt Bird, a prominent show that is broadcast from the iconic New York Stock Exchange. The exclusive interview, which was held Read More »

  “HT students can receive guaranteed admission to graduate-level healthcare programs at Arkansas Colleges of Health Education”   Austin, TX – November 30, 2023 – Dr. Christopher Smith, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Arkansas Colleges of Health Education (ACHE) (left) and Huston-Tillotson University Read More »

HT students discussed how Indeed, Inc. can better connect students to potential employers Austin, TX – As part of its annual senior leadership retreat agenda, the executive team of Indeed, Inc. recently visited the campus of Huston-Tillotson University (HT), Austin’s first and only historically Black Read More »

Huston-Tillotson University Experiences Record Enrollment For Fall 2023 Increase reflects more male students than female students Austin, Texas – Huston-Tillotson University (HT) is thrilled to announce its highest enrollment of first-time freshman students in nine years. This historic milestone reflects a total of 361 new students, Read More »

Huston-Tillotson launches two new online degree programs for fall 2023 Classes are currently being held for the associate’s degree in liberal arts and the bachelor’s in business administration   Austin, Texas – Huston-Tillotson University (HT) is pleased to announce the launching of HT Online, which includes Read More »

LOCAL H.B.C.U. OFFERS AUSTIN’S ONLY MUSIC BUSINESS EDUCATION PROGRAM AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS AND WORKING PROFESSIONALS, WITH ENROLLMENT OPEN NOW New Six-Week Certificate Program Designed By For The Students, Offers In-Person Instruction From Multi-Platinum-Selling Music Manager Philip Payne C3 Presents Also Signs On As Corporate Program Partner, Offering Potential Internship Opportunities For Local Graduates Read More »

MEDIA ADVISORY: PRESS CONFERENCE Huston-Tillotson University to Announce New Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and New Athletic Staff Former Assistant Athletic Director and Head Men’s Basketball Coach promoted to AD, two new coaches hired WHEN: Tuesday, September 19, 2023 11:00 a.m. WHERE: Huston-Tillotson University Downs-Jones Library ABOUT: Read More »

Special Beginnings expands with HT’s new Boldly B.L.U.E. grant to train doulas and develop midwife and lactation curriculums, business acumen, research network AUSTIN, Texas (Sept. 14, 2023) – Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) and Huston-Tillotson University (HT), a historically Black college or Read More »

MEDIA ADVISORY: PRESS CONFERENCE Huston-Tillotson University and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) to announce collaboration aimed at culturally-aligned health care and improving Texas maternal, infant health outcomes Special Beginnings expands with HT’s new Boldly B.L.U.E. grant to train doulas and develop midwife Read More »

Austin, Texas – Nearly 200 students, scholars, researchers, faculty members and practitioners from around the globe virtually attended the International Conference on Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Education (STEME) hosted by Huston-Tillotson University (HT). The five-day event, which ran from August 7-11, drew participants, not only Read More »

  Austin, Texas – As Melva Wallace, President and Chief Executive Officer at Huston-Tillotson University, contemplates the upcoming event commemorating the 60th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s delivery of his historic “I Have a Dream” speech, she is engrossed by the powerful words Read More »

  Austin, Texas – Huston-Tillotson University (HT) received a $10k check from C3 Presents, an Austin-based concert promotion, event production and artist management company, which will be used to help launch its new music business certification program. Beginning this fall semester, HT will offer the Read More »

Austin, Texas – For the ninety-four prospective incoming freshmen who attend I.D.E.A.L. Summer Academy at Huston-Tillotson University (HT), the transition to college life this fall is sure to be smooth and without the hiccups that many other freshmen will face. The six-week program, which is Read More »

Austin, TX – May 11, 2023 – Huston-Tillotson University’s Jazz Collective is proud to announce their participation in the 2023 Austin City Limits Music Festival. HT’s Jazz Collective will be part of Weekend Two at ACL and will perform on Saturday, October 14, 2023. The Read More »

AUSTIN, Texas – May 10, 2023 – The Casoro Group Education Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Austin-based multifamily real estate investment firm Casoro Group, today announced the establishment of the Casoro Group Education Foundation Real Estate Scholars Program created in partnership with Huston-Tillotson University, a Historically Black University Read More »

Austin, Texas – Huston-Tillotson University is pleased to announce its upcoming Commencement Convocation, Honors Convocation, and Reunion Weekend 2023. Commencement Convocation will take place on Saturday, May 6, at 10 a.m. at Shoreline Church North, located at 15201 Burnet Road in Austin, Texas. This year’s Read More »

AUSTIN, Texas – Huston-Tillotson University, the first institution of higher learning in Austin, is proud to announce the appointment of Indeed CEO Chris Hyams and Catellus President Greg Weaver to its Board of Trustees. The new trustees, who officially joined on Saturday, April 22, 2023, Read More »

Austin, Texas – Huston-Tillotson University (HT) announces the retirement of Dr. Gloria Quinlan after years of service to the University’s Department of Humanities and Fine Arts. Dr. Quinlan, a native of Houston, Texas, has been a Professor of Music, Voice/Choral, and Director of the Huston-Tillotson Read More »

Austin, Texas – Huston-Tillotson University (HT) is proud to announce the retirement of Dr. Rosalee R. Martin, Professor of Sociology, after serving the University for 50 years. Dr. Martin’s impact on the University community and the field of sociology has been profound and will continue Read More »

AUSTIN, Texas – Students and lawmakers will gather at the Texas State Capitol on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at 8:30 a.m. to announce the formation of the Texas HBCU Legislative Caucus. Led by HBCU students and Representative Ron Reynolds, the Caucus is dedicated to excellence Read More »

AUSTIN, Texas – Using the intersection of research and journalism to successfully impact communities, reconciling politics with health issues, and making healthcare equitable for women, especially women of color, was the topic of discussion during the Carver Science Club seminar held recently at Huston-Tillotson University Read More »

Austin, TX – With the end of the academic year quickly approaching, most university faculty members are looking forward to their much-deserved three-month vacation. But for one local professor, there is still so much to do before she can even begin thinking about taking a break. Jennine Read More »

NEW YORK CITY, NY – On Sunday, April 9, 2023, nineteen members of the Huston-Tillotson University (HT) Concert Choir and Director, Dr. Gloria Quinlan debuted at Carnegie Hall in New York City. Their April 9th appearance featured accompaniment by the world-renowned New England Symphonic Ensemble and Read More »

Texas HBCU Conference YEAR TWO at Huston-Tillotson University, March 31-April 1, 2023 Conference Description America’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) were born at a time during Reconstruction largely after the Civil War and the end of slavery when civic capacity rooted in community institutions Read More »

AUSTIN, Texas – This Friday and Saturday (March 31 – April 1), Huston-Tillotson University (HT) will host the 2nd Annual Texas HBCU Conference. This historic event brings Texas HBCUs together with supporters and lawmakers at the state capital to celebrate achievements and chart a path Read More »

AUSTIN, Texas – When three-time-Grammy Award winning Hip-Hop artist Tip T.I. Harris comes to the Huston-Tillotson campus on Thursday, March 23rd, It won’t be in concert; instead, he will be there to donate tablets to the students. The high-acclaimed music mogul will be accompanied by Read More »

AUSTIN, Texas – With a nod to Women’s History Month and as a special way of paying homage to the all-female leadership of Huston-Tillotson University (HT), President and CEO, Melva K. Williams, decided to hold her upcoming inauguration during the week of March 19 – Read More »

This past February, Ms. magazine published Dr. Rosa Mino’s Op-Ed, “Finding Joy Again: New Mothers Need Postpartum Mental Health Help.” Dr. Mino is an Assistant Professor of Biology in Huston-Tillotson University’s Department of Natural Sciences. Read on to hear more about Dr. Mino’s academic journey to Huston-Tillotson Read More »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Thursday, May 2, 2023, Melva K. Williams, Ph.D., president of Huston-Tillotson University (HT) was named a designated member of the American Council on Education (ACE) Board of Directors. Williams was formally named during ACE’s business meeting conducted via a webinar with Read More »

AUSTIN, Texas – Huston-Tillotson University (HT) is announcing it has received a $150,000 grant from Bank of America for its Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (CEI) Training Program. CEI’s Training Program will provide high quality business and economic development assistance to existing small businesses, as Read More »

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AUSTIN, TX – September 15, 2022 – Huston-Tillotson University (HT) and Texas Lutheran University (TLU) announced on Wednesday, September 14, they have established a partnership to provide a direct path for HT kinesiology students to pursue a Master of Athletic Training (MAT) at TLU. The Read More »

Austin, Texas (8.11.22) – Following a national search, the Huston-Tillotson University Board of Trustees today announced Melva K. Williams, Ph.D. as the institution’s seventh president and chief executive officer, effective August 15, 2022.  Williams brings to HT her vast higher education experience as an innovative Read More »

AUSTIN, Texas – The entire Huston-Tillotson University campus was recently added to the National Register of Historic Places, the official listing of the nation’s places most worthy of preservation. Established in 1875, Huston-Tillotson University is Austin’s oldest institution of higher learning, only Historically Black College Read More »

AUSTIN, Texas – Huston-Tillotson University (HT) will host its 2022 Commencement Convocation this Saturday, May 7, 2022 at 9 a.m. The ceremony will be held on the historic campus, located at 900 Chicon Street. Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D., of the 12th Congressional District of Read More »

AUSTIN, Texas – This Friday and Saturday (April 1-2), Huston-Tillotson University will host the Inaugural Texas HBCU Conference. This historic event brings Texas HBCUs together with supporters and lawmakers at the state capital to celebrate achievements and chart a path forward. The theme of this Read More »

AUSTIN, Texas – Huston-Tillotson University is one of only 20 HBCUs selected for the groundbreaking HBCU Transformation Project. Launched by the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF), UNCF (United Negro College Fund), and Partnership for Education Advancement, the HBCU Transformation Project aspires to drive tangible, long-term Read More »

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Huston-Tillotson University mourns the loss of Dr. Kathy Schwab, Professor of Biology, who passed away on May 29th. Dr. Schwab joined the Biology faculty as a Professor in 1981. She served as Chair of the Department of Biological Sciences for 17 years, then as Chair Read More »

TEXAS, April 30, 2021 – Over the past year, the Minneapolis–Saint Paul, Minnesota (Twin Cities) region has experienced several senseless tragedies and unprecedented levels of political and civil unrest. In direct response, three Texas Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have partnered to create the Read More »

AUSTIN, Texas — Dr. Monique Carroll is the newest member of the Austin Sports Commission. Dr. Carroll was approved by a majority vote to serve as a member-at-large of the Austin Sports Commissions Board of Directors. As a board member, Dr. Carroll will help ensure Read More »

AUSTIN, Texas — The Congregational Church of Austin, United Church of Christ recently announced their commitment to provide financial support for Huston-Tillotson University (HT) student, Kennedy Fears. Fears, a Junior political science major from Dallas, Texas was selected as a Research Assistant Intern in support Read More »

Huston-Tillotson University becomes a community center for Coding and Creativity, in Collaboration with Apple and Tennessee State University. Huston-Tillotson University, Austin’s oldest institution of higher learning and only Historical Black College and University, will help bring workforce development opportunities to students and the broader Central Texas Read More »

Huston-Tillotson University, Austin’s oldest institution of higher learning and only Historical Black College and University (HBCU) officially welcomes Tesla, Inc. to Austin, Texas! Huston-Tillotson University (HT) truly believes that Tesla’s new Gigafactory will undeniably transform our Austin community and impact so many of our lives Read More »

Dr. Kimberly D. Russaw to Speak During Huston-Tillotson University’s Twelfth Annual Bishop E.T. Dixon Lecture ‘What Shall We Tell our Sons and our Daughters?’ AUSTIN, TX (11.29.17) – Dr. Kimberly D. Russaw will address “What Shall We Tell our Sons and our Daughters?” during the Read More »

On May 6, 2017, Huston-Tillotson University graduated its largest class in it’s 141-year history. Congratulations to the 199 members of the Class of 2017.  Click here to view the full Commencement Convocation photo album.    Read More »

(AUSTIN, TX) 7.1.16 — Huston-Tillotson University was named the winner in the small-campus category of the College Sports Sustainability Makeover Contest at the Green Sports Alliance Summit held recently in Houston. The contest is designed to highlight college athletics’ unique and powerful impact on community Read More »

(AUSTIN, TX) 9.13.16 — Huston-Tillotson University President and Chief Executive Officer Colette Pierce Burnette Pierce signed a Transfer Pathways Compact Collaborative Agreement today with the five Alamo Colleges, affirming guided success for students in this region. “This agreement increases the clarity of courses required; reduces Read More »

(AUSTIN, Texas) 8.19.16 — Linda Y. Jackson has been named Huston-Tillotson University’s Senior Development Officer. For the past 18 years, Jackson has served the University in a public relations capacity, responsible for advancing the overall mission of the University by promoting the achievements, successes, and Read More »

(AUSTIN, TX) 8.15.16 — Eleven Huston-Tillotson University students have completed independent research projects during the summer as part of the STEM Research Scholars Program.  The science, technology, engineering, and mathematics scholars in the program conduct hands-on research while they train with faculty mentors at HT Read More »

(AUSTIN, Texas) 7.25.16 —Approximately 110 students from Central Texas middle and high schools will showcase their mathematics and science applications learned during Huston-Tillotson University’s Austin Pre-Freshman Engineering Program (AusPrEP).  Student accomplishments during the seven-week program will be recognized and highlighted at the closing ceremony on Read More »

Huston-Tillotson University officials announced and showcased nine HP EliteBook 6930p’s and one HP EliteBook 8530p from BAE Systems to add to the Downs-Jones Library equipment resources for campus wide use. Pictured left to right are BAE Systems employees Jason Terry, Raul Pineda, Phelix Houston and Read More »

(AUSTIN, TX) 6.24.16 — Huston-Tillotson University officials have signed an agreement with The California Community Colleges, the largest system of higher education in the nation composed of 72 districts and 113 colleges serving 2.1 million students per year, to enroll students interested in furthering their Read More »

(AUSTIN) 6.6.16 — The Texas Association of African American Chambers of Commerce (TAAACC) and Huston-Tillotson University recently joined forces to create and host the TAAACC Policy Breakfast series. Designed to broaden understanding of the development of public policy, especially those policies that regulate key Texas Read More »

(AUSTIN, Texas) 5.23.16 — Psi Chi, the psychology international honor society, is proud to announce the addition of the Huston-Tillotson University Psi Chi Chapter. Charter members Dominique T. Jones, Cubeian Price-Williams, Allen Wright, Monaye Turner, Erissa Burris, Cean Longstreet, Rachel Rodriguez, Angela Glover, and Kiara Read More »

(AUSTIN, TX) 5.16.16 — Huston-Tillotson University President and Chief Executive Officer Colette Pierce Burnette signed the Second Nature Climate Commitment, reconfirming the University’s carbon commitment and adding resiliency to the pledge (formally known as the American College and University President’s Climate Commitment). The pledge also Read More »

(AUSTIN, Texas) 9.12.16 — Huston-Tillotson University has been awarded a $492,528 grant from the Department of the Army, Technology Integration and Outreach Division, in response to the Department of Defense (DoD) Research and Education Program for Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority-Serving Institutions Equipment/Instrumentation Read More »

(AUSTIN, Texas) 5.10.16 —  Huston-Tillotson University’s 2016 Commencement Convocation was completed this past weekend with historical significance. Master’s degrees were conferred for the first time; the 189 graduates represented the largest graduating class to date, including 17 W.E.B. DuBois Honors Scholars; and President and Chief Read More »

(AUSTIN, Texas) 3.23.16 — Austin, Texas Mayor Steve Adler will render the Huston-Tillotson University Commencement Convocation address on Saturday, May 7, 2016, at 8:30 a.m. The ceremony will held on the Huston-Tillotson University athletic field, located at 900 Chicon Street.  Mayor Adler became Austin’s 52nd Read More »

(AUSTIN, TX) 4.27.16 — Huston-Tillotson University was selected as one of the 30 recipients for UNCF’s new Career Pathways Initiative (CPI) planning grants, made possible by Lilly Endowment Inc.’s $50 million commitment to help students gain the knowledge, preparation, insight and skills needed for meaningful Read More »

Family of Tillotson College Graduate Donates Historic Collection and Memorabilia to the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture  Onie B. Granville recognized as the founder of the first  African American-owned and operated bank in the West (AUSTIN, Texas) 3.24.16  —  Onie B. Read More »