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Wednesday, Sep 10

‘Ram Fam’ Referral Program We are all proud to be part of the amazing Huston-Tillotson University family and we are looking to grow our family of students this year. Huston-Tillotson University if offering a new and rewarding opportunity to reach out to prospective HT students Read More »

Friday, Sep 05

Greetings from Faculty, President’s Opening Convocation 2014Katherine Durham Oldmixon, Ph.D., M.F.A. On the Sacred Work of Learning It’s no wonder to me that Labor Day is the first holiday of the academic year.  We pause, one week in, to acknowledge the sanctity, the necessity of Read More »

Thursday, Aug 28

In support of research, new treatments, and a cure for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), often referred to as “Lou Gehrig’s Disease,” Dr. Larry L. Earvin accepted the Ice Bucket Challenge from Austin Community College President Richard Rhodes. Earvin asked members of HT’s Administrative Council to Read More »

Thursday, Jul 17

Pictured is Jeffrey Archer presenting a contribution to HT President and CEO Larry L. Earvin, Ph.D. in support of the HT Tom Joyner Foundation School of the Month campaign. Pictured is Thomas Joyner, Jr. with Huston-Tillotson University Ambassadors.  Use your Friends and Family personal page Read More »

Men’s Basketball Tryouts on Saturday, July 12th, 10 a.m. -1p.m.

Saturday, Jul 12

The HT Men’s Basketball Program will host open tryouts on Saturday, July 12th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Mary E. Branch Gymnasium.  Tryout fee is $50 per participant and is non-refundable.   All participants are required to complete an Assumption of Risk Read More »

Happy Independence Day

Monday, Jul 07

HT offices are closed.  Operations and classes will resume on Monday, July 7 at 8:30 a.m. Read More »

Tuesday, Jun 10

Welcome Austin Police Department Youth Police Activities League (PAL) I.C.A.R.E. Campers. Read More »

Monday, May 19

NAIA National Outdoor ChampionshipsGulf Shores, AlabamaMay 22-24 Congratulations men’s and women’s track team national qualifiers. Patrick Bousqueto is a qualifier A standard and set a new HT school record in the high jump with 6’10.25 inches. The women’s 4 x 400 meter relay team ran Read More »

Tuesday, May 13

HT’s Green is the New Black (GITNB) and The Dumpster Project were awarded a $10,000 Tier II prize for their grant application and votes received in the Home Depot Retool Your School HBCU Challenge.   http://www.retoolyourschool.com/2014-winners/ Students Angelica Erazo, Maurice Fleming, Evette Jackson, Sarah Lindell, and Read More »

Monday, May 12

Log on to my.htu.edu to view your final grades for the Spring 2014 semester Read More »

Wednesday, Apr 23

(AUSTIN, Texas) 4.23.14 — Robert F. Smith, Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Vista Equity Partners LLC, will render Huston-Tillotson University’s Commencement address.  Smith, an entrepreneur, philanthropist, corporate executive, owner of several patents, and founder of Project Realize, will speak on Saturday, May Read More »

Wednesday, Mar 26

HT Assistant Professor of Chemistry Brad A. Rowland, Ph.D. (far right) is guiding students in outstanding high-level Quantum Trajectories research.    Quantum Trajectory Methods (QTM’s) are a new and original approach for performing computational molecular dynamics. Trajectory simulations of molecular dynamics applications have become a Read More »

Wednesday, Mar 26

Charles M. Stuppard, Megan E. Gill, and Brittany R. White are recipients of the prestigious UNCF Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowships. Read More »

Tuesday, Mar 11

Sigma Tau Delta International English Honor Society new inductees Shaniqua Castille, Brittany Chopane, Oghenemega Emonefe, Remy Galan, A’aijea Howard, Dominique Jones, LaTasha Payne, Khoryan Strange, Olivia Thomas, and A’Lexus Waddles are pictured. Olivia Thomas and A’aijeah Howard will present at the national academic conference, the Read More »

Friday, Mar 07

Huston-Tillotson University’s Eleventh Annual President’s Mankind Assisting Students Kindle Educational Dreams Scholarship Gala Secures Financial Support for Deserving Students  (AUSTIN, Texas) 3.7.14 — The interaction between donors and students at Huston-Tillotson University’s Eleventh Annual President’s Mankind Assisting Students Kindle Educational Dreams (MASKED) Gala evoked pride Read More »

Wednesday, Mar 05

HT is in the running vs. all other HBCUs for the Home Depot ‘Retool Your School’ campaign.  Please click the link and vote EVERY day until April 15th.  Click here to vote now!!! Read More »

Tuesday, Mar 04

A winter weather advisory has been posted.  Huston-Tillotson University will open at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 4, 2014.  Read More »

Friday, Feb 28

Austin’s oldest institution of higher education, Huston-Tillotson University, with roots dating back to 1875, is pleased to announce its Black History Month programming. The University’s month-long programming in deference to Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln, also honors the legacy of Black History Month founder Carter Read More »

Tuesday, Feb 11

The entire Central Texas area is under a Winter Weather Advisory.  Huston-Tillotson University classes and operations will begin at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2014. Caution is advised in areas where a light wintery mix is expected. Read More »

Friday, Feb 07

Huston-Tillotson University classes and events have been cancelled for the remainder of Friday, Feb. 7, 2014. Read More »

Thursday, Feb 06

Severe weather alert.  Huston-Tillotson University is observing a two hour delay.  Classes and operations will start at 10:30 a.m. Read More »

Tuesday, Jan 28

Huston-Tillotson University is announcing a 1 p.m. start time for classes and operations for Jan. 28, 2014. Faculty, staff, and students are asked to continue checking for updates and alerts throughout the day. Everyone is asked to exercise caution and assess your weather conditions appropriately.  Read More »

Huston-Tillotson University operations, classes, and events will resume on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2014.

Friday, Jan 24

Huston-Tillotson University operations, classes, and events will resume on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2014. Icy conditions may be present in some areas.  Therefore, caution is advised. Read More »

Thursday, Jan 02

Welcome back staff! Read More »

Monday, Nov 04

Huston-Tillotson University’s Community Health and Wellness Center to Address African American Mental and Physical Health Care Provider Shortages  (AUSTIN, Texas) 11.6.13 — Identifying a critical need, Huston-Tillotson University officials have implemented the 21st Century Solutions-Based Listening Tour with a team of medical professionals prepared to Read More »

Tuesday, Oct 29

              Pastor Olu Brown of Impact United Methodist Church in Atlanta, Georgia, one of the fastest growing African American United Methodist churches in the country, brought his ministry to HT in support of campus outreach efforts. Panelists, facilitated by Read More »

Thursday, Oct 17

What is Spirit Day? Millions wear purple on Spirit Day as a sign of support for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) youth and to speak out against bullying. Spirit Day was started in 2010 by high school student Brittany McMillan as a response to Read More »

Thursday, Oct 10

Pictured are HT students Angela E. Skaggs and R. Willis. HT students find scholarship and career opportunities when enrolled in military science courses.  From time to time, course instruction is conducted on the HT campus for the diverse students enrolled in the ROTC Army, and Read More »

Wednesday, Oct 09

Earvin Smothers McDaniel Vincent Moore Community Leaders Gather at Huston-Tillotson University to Address Educational, Social, and Economic Opportunities for Young Minority Males (AUSTIN, Texas) 9.30.13 — Huston-Tillotson University President and Chief Executive Officer Larry L. Earvin, Ph.D., invites college age men to discuss real issues Read More »

Friday, Aug 30

Today marks the last day students can drop classes without a fee. Please be sure to make your changes to your schedule as early as possible. Read More »

Wednesday, Aug 28

Rediscover the archived Martin Luther King’s speech at http://www.archives.gov/press/exhibits/dream-speech.pdf or view the original inspirational footage at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HRIF4_WzU1w.  As of today, discover history in the making by watching the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington live broardcast at http://www.wptv.com/dpp/news/national/march-on-washington-live-video-stream-50th-anniversary-of-mlks-i-have-a-dream-speech-marked   Read More »

Monday, Aug 26

Welcome to Austin, Texas. Students at HT represent countries around the world with the majority from Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio. Most will be business administration majors, followed by kinesiology and criminal justice with communication moving up fast.  You will find lots of exciting Read More »

Wednesday, Aug 21

  Please note that all students are required to live on campus unless you: reside in the Austin area with a legal guardian are married and living with a spouse are a veteran with a minimum of two years active military service are responsible for one more Read More »

Monday, Aug 19

Elected officials participated in an Occupy the Vote session held on campus and sponsored by the Austin Area Urban League Young Professionals. Texas Representative Eddie Rodriguez, District 54; City of Austin Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole; City of Austin Council Member Laura Morrison; City of Read More »

Wednesday, Jul 24

(AUSTIN, Texas) — Huston-Tillotson University (HT) representatives announce a Veteran’s Career Fair on Wednesday, July 24, 2013, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will be held on the HT campus in the Davage-Durden Student Union, located at 900 Chicon Street. The Career Fair Read More »

Thursday, Jul 11

Discover more.  Visit Career and Graduate Development. Read More »

Saturday, May 04

(AUSTIN, Texas) — Entrepreneur, lawyer, professor, legislator and former New Orleans Mayor Marc H. Morial will render Huston-Tillotson University’s Commencement address.  Morial, who currently serves as the president of the National Urban League, will speak on Saturday, May 4, 2013, at 8:30 a.m. during the Read More »

Thursday, May 02

FARMERS BRANCH, Texas — The stage is set for a tightly-contested 2013 Red River Athletic Conference Softball Championship beginning Thursday and running through Saturday and Oran Good Park. Top-seeded Northwood and defending champion Texas Wesleyan will receive byes into the second round and will face Read More »

Sunday, Apr 14

Lavell L. Lathan and Shanay Wells finished tops in various categories to earn the Mr. and Miss Huston-Tillotson University title for the 2013-2014 academic year.  Both presented in the oratory, talent, formal wear, and question and answer categories to earn the title.  Read More »

Thursday, Apr 11

Pictured left to right are Jack and Jill of America, Inc., members:  Hope Baptiste, vice president; Jackie Hawkins; HT President Larry L. Earvin; and Shelda Starkes, president.  The members stopped by the campus to present a financial contribution to HT. Read More »

Spring into Wellness Health Fair

Tuesday, Apr 09

You’re invited to attend the Spring into Wellness Health Fair scheduled on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in the Davage-Durden Student Union. The event will feature health screenings, physical and mental health care providers, dental care providers, aging and disability services agencies, nutrition and Read More »

Tuesday, Apr 02

The team of Aisha Z. Henderson, senior, computer science; Jonathan Wayne, junior, music; Nimi Kemuel, senior, political science; and Micah Johnson, senior, communication; will represent Huston-Tillotson University at the Honda Campus All-Star Challenge (HCASC).  The HCASC is the first-ever academic competition between students at America’s Read More »

Saturday, Mar 23

    University Day and the African American Community Heritage Festival If you missed University Day and the  African American Heritage Festival, take the opportunity to  Discover HT at your convenience.  Visit the campus, meet faculty and staff, obtain information about majors, and receive scholarship Read More »

Friday, Mar 22

Plan to visit the temporary location of the library located behind the Anthony-and Louise Viaer-Alumni Hall to see pictures and a video of the work in progress.   Downs-Jones Library is undergoing a complete renovation to include an all new interior with open spaces and Read More »

Sunday, Mar 03

Take a minute to learn about students and you will understand why Huston-Tillotson is so important.                                  Read More »

Friday, Feb 22

Plan to attend this Ram Dialogue with President Larry L. Earvin, Ph.D.   Read More »

Thursday, Feb 21

W. Charles Akins ’54             W. Charles Akins began his career in education after graduating from Huston-Tillotson College in 1954. He served as principal of Anderson High School within the Austin Independent School District.  He is recognized and respected in Read More »

Monday, Feb 18

HT’s Honda All-Star Team Tops in Texas By Micah JohnsonCommunication Major (Atlanta, GEORGIA) — Dr. Alaine Hutson, Professor of History, and her Honda All-Star team represented Huston-Tillotson University in the Pre-National Championship Tournament, which took place on the campus of Prairie View A&M University on Read More »

Wednesday, Feb 13

UNCF Leadership Conference. February 13-16. Read More »

Saturday, Feb 09

  Be the group to Re-Discover the largest crew of RAMbunctious alumni during Homecoming 2013.  Alumni Affairs wants to know where you are.To win let us know where your friends are.Send in the most names and email addresses by completing the website form before February Read More »

Friday, Dec 14

Listen live to men’s and women’s basketball games. Read More »

Wednesday, Nov 28

The broadcast of UNCF An Evening of Stars® Presented by Target is scheduled for broadcast on Saturday, January 26 with an encore national presentation on BET January 27.  This is a great opportunity to help Huston-Tillotson University and other Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Read More »

Friday, Oct 26

“History is our defining moment, and I call on you to cherish it.”Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee (AUSTIN, Texas) — The most influential and forceful voice in Washington, D.C., Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, rendered the keynote address during Huston-Tillotson University’s Charter Day Convocation held Friday, Oct. Read More »

Thursday, Oct 25

Members of HT’s Pre-Alumni Council and student leaders joined HT President Larry L. Earvin during the Fifth Annual UNCF Luncheon held Thursday in San Antonio.  The event, in collaboration with the United Negro College Fund and Texas Governor Rick Perry, provides support for UNCF member Read More »

Wednesday, Sep 05

Please join Dr. James Kraft, Associate Professor of Philosophy and Religion, and members of the Philosophy and Religion Society on Thursday September 13th at 5:30 p.m. at the Center for Religious Life (1001 Chicon) as they discuss the relationship between philosophy and religion.  Over two Read More »

Wednesday, Aug 15

The residence hall move-in dates for Fall 2013 are as follows: Wednesday, August 21 7:00 am – noon New students Group A (New Students who have not complete registration for Fall 2012 over the Summer) Thursday, August 22 6:00 am – 11:00 am New students Group Read More »

Friday, Jul 27

August 20-24, 2014 New Student Orientation All orientation events are mandatory for first-year students. The faculty, staff, and students at Huston-Tillotson University look forward to welcoming you and introducing you to our campus.  The orientation program is designed to help students better adjust to the Read More »

Calls from Scammers

Saturday, Jul 14

Beware of scammers calling on behalf of the University, requesting your credit card or bank information for wire or money transfers.  Official University telephone solicitations include information about the institution and the opportunity to ask questions.  Report suspicious behavior to the Office of Institutional Advancement Read More »

Wednesday, Jun 20

Pictured are Casey Rodriguez and Jasmine Cormier during the Austin Juneteenth parade on June 19th that included more than 4,000 Central Texans who celebrated the Emancipation Proclamation.* Discover more about Juneteenth or visit the display at the  George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center.  See Read More »

Friday, Jun 01

Complete This Information to Become an Official HT Alumni Please help us keep your alumni profile information up-to-date and accurate! Taking the time to fill out the information below will help us keep track of your personal and professional milestones such as a promotion at work, new baby, Read More »

Tuesday, Apr 10

Huston-Tillotson University student Yohannis Job was bestowed the “Presenter of the Competition” honor at the 2012 American Advertising Federation National Student Advertising Competition (AAF/NSAC) held in Shreveport, Louisiana.  The 7th Street Connect team of Laronica A. Humphrey, Job, Chelsea Piper, and Yanelys Thompson completed the Read More »

Severe Weather Possible

Monday, Mar 19

Several weather is possible, starting at 6 p.m.  All classes and operations as scheduled for Monday, March 19, 2012.  Stay tuned for changes in the weather. Read More »

Monday, Mar 19

(AUSTIN, Texas) 3.12.12 — Across the nation, students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are making final preparations to vie for grants and glory at the nation’s only HBCU academic competition – the 2012 Honda Campus All-Star Challenge (HCASC) (www.hcasc.com). The two-day competition, scheduled Read More »

Annual W.E.B. DuBois Lecture and Reception

Thursday, Feb 23

Dr. Charles Robinson is a well-known author and administrator at the University of Arkansas-Fayetteville campus. He will deliver the Ninth Annual W.E.B. DuBois Lecture at Huston-Tillotson University.  The Lecture will be held on Thursday, February 23, 2012, at 2:00 p.m. on the campus in the Agard-Lovinggood Read More »

Black History Month Concert Choir Performance

Friday, Feb 03

    Roland Carter and Allen Todd to Perform with the Huston-Tillotson University Concert ChoirDuring a Collaborative Black History Month Celebration The maestro of the world’s most popular arrangement of  “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” Roland Carter, will perform during the Black History Month celebration that features Read More »

Friday, Jan 06

January 6, 2012 Transfer Orientation/Registration The faculty, staff, and students at Huston-Tillotson University look forward to welcoming you and introducing you to our campus.  The orientation program is designed to help students better adjust to the HT experience, academic expectations, social life, the City of Read More »

Watch the Soccer Team Live

Tuesday, Nov 22

The Huston-Tillotson University men’s soccer team defeated National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) No. 14 ranked Kansas Wesleyan University 4-3 to advance in NAIA Men’s Soccer National Championship. The Rams (18-2-1), competing in their first championship opening round, will play on Monday, November 28, 2011, Read More »

Sunday, Nov 06

On Sunday, November 6th an event called “Is Local News Serving Your Community?  A Public Forum in East Austin on the Crisis of Local Media Coverage,” will take place from 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m. in the Agard-Lovinggood Auditorium. It is presented by the University of Texas Read More »

Saturday, Oct 29

HT welcomes all seniors!  Visit our First-Year Students page to learn more! To register please visit GoToHT.com/contact-us Read More »

Thursday, Sep 29

WACO, Texas 9.26.11 — Rafael Bustos of the University of St. Thomas (Texas) was selected as the Red River Athletic Conference Men’s Soccer Offensive Player of the Week for Oct. 10-16, and Marcos Sanchez of Huston-Tillotson University (Texas) received the Defensive Player of the Week honor Read More »

Maya Named Defensive Player of the Week

Monday, Sep 05

WACO, Texas — Ivan Kovacevic of Texas Wesleyan University and Cesar Silva (right) of Huston-Tillotson University (Texas) earned a share of the Red River Athletic Conference Men’s Soccer Offensive Player of the Week award for the dates of Sept. 5-11, while HT’s Juan Maya and TWU’s Read More »

Saturday, Aug 13

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Saturday, Aug 13

Huston Tillotson’s Jane Doe takes gold in the 400m at the 2011 NAIA regional track meet. This headline needs content.  Read More »

Saturday, Aug 13

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Saturday, Aug 13

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Saturday, Aug 13

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Saturday, Aug 13

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Saturday, Aug 13

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Preseason Starts 5pm on August 1st – Monday, June 20, 2011

Saturday, Aug 13

The HT Rams begin preseason training on August 1st, 2011. The Rams are returning 10, adding 2, and bringing in up to 10 new faces for the fall roster. Coach Devine expressed excitement at working with so many new faces and teaching then the HT Read More »

Saturday, Aug 13

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Saturday, Aug 13

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Saturday, Aug 13

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Friday, Aug 12

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Friday, Aug 12

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Rams win Season Opener against Howard Payne

Friday, Aug 12

The Rams opened their season auspiciously with a solid win over Howard Payne at home on September 1st.  Some fine play by returning forward Courtney Wilcut and freshman Stephanie Fazzini created HT’s first goal.  Howard Payne countered and the Rams looked to be under pressure. Read More »

RRAC Conference Starts – Wednesday, October 06, 2010

Friday, Aug 12

The Lady Rams hosted newcomers LSUS on Thursday and Northwood on Saturday. The freshman team surprised themselves competing with LSUS and set the bar after their 4-0 loss. They then came out against Northwood flat with no spark and halftime looked dismal at 3-0. After Read More »

Rams downed by Hometown Rivals – Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Friday, Aug 12

The Lady Rams fell to Concordia University Texas on Monday afternoon 6-1. Defensive corners were the teams downfall as Concordia scored twice early. Goalkeeper Haiydee Moran took the field at 3-0 down and the tempo of the game changed. Then Helen Rios gave a bright Read More »