Dr. Francisco G. Cigarroa, a noted transplant surgeon, was named senior executive vice president for health affairs.

Joe J. Bernal, a beloved political and educational figure in San Antonio best known for championing the state’s earliest bilingual education laws, died Saturday at 97. He was at home in San Antonio, surrounded by his family,

UTSA Spring 2025 Commencement ceremonies will take place on Sunday, May 18, at the Alamodome. A morning and afternoon ceremony will be held to honor all graduates, each lasting approximately three hours. Graduates and their guests are encouraged to stay for the duration of the program to honor all of our Roadrunners.

JANUARY 17, 2025 — On the eve of a historic merger between UT Health San Antonio and UTSA, researchers from the two institutions have been honored with highly prestigious 2025 Hill Prizes, in medicine and technology.

Dr. Taylor Eighmy appointed acting president of UT Health San Antonio as organizations prepare for merger. Expected to be finalized by Sept. 1.

As the electricity consumption of AI is projected to double by 2026, neuromorphic computing emerges as a promising solution. Researchers at The University of Texas at San Antonio are advancing neuromorphic computing,

JANUARY 13, 2025 — UTSA is amplifying its impact across the San Antonio region. Over the last year, it has enrolled a record number of students in its Professional and Continuing Education (PaCE) programs, and it has partnered with local business leaders to bridge workforce gaps and ignite personal and professional growth.

JANUARY 13, 2025 — Editor’s note: The following message was sent via email from UTSA President Taylor Eighmy and UT Health San Antonio Acting President Robert Hromas to all faculty, staff and students.

For the past several years, local middle-school and high-school students have teamed up to try and make San Antonio a more sustainable city through SA Smart, the mayor’s K-12 Smart City Challenge. The students have tackled a range of specific challenges, such as the digital divide, transportation and water systems.

Taylor Eighmy, president of the University of Texas at San Antonio, is taking the reins of UT Health San Antonio as the two institutions merge, UT officials announced Thursday. Also, Eighmy has appointed Dr.