
HT Welcomes New Director

AUSTIN — Huston-Tillotson University grows its departmental leadership with the addition of Ms. Jennifer Miles. Miles joins the Huston-Tillotson family as its director of the Center for Academic Innovation and Transformation (CAIT), designated to service the professional development needs of faculty and staff. CAIT’s Director Read More »
HT Initiative Setting Students on Pathwa...
Miss UNCF Coronation
Homecoming Campfire!

Come join us under the stars for the homecoming campfire! S’Mores Music Games Ram Fam What more is needed? See you on the athletic field at 11! Read More »
Weather Update

Huston-Tillotson University will resume normal operations, beginning Wednesday, January 17, 2018. All are encouraged to put safety first and check travel routes for any hazardous conditions. Read More »
Linda Y. Jackson to Head Huston-Tillotso...

AUSTIN, TX (12.15.17) – Linda Y. Jackson has been named Huston-Tillotson University’s Director of the Center for Civic Engagement and Community Outreach. In the role, she will serve as the liaison between the community and the University to strengthen partnerships, programs, and articulation agreements, while Read More »

Rain, snow, and falling temperatures have resulted in a Winter Weather Advisory for the Central Texas Area. Huston-Tillotson University will operate on a delayed schedule on Friday, Dec. 8 with classes and operations beginning at 10 a.m. Everyone is advised to use caution when traveling Read More »
Denkins and Boughton Crowned Mr. and Mis...
Cecilia Abbott & Zan W. Holmes, Jr....
Miss UNCF Coronation
Honoring the Negro Baseball League

On Saturday, April 8, the Huston-Tillotson University Rams take on the Texas College Steers. After the baseball game, the following former players of the Negro Baseball League will be honored in a special ceremony: Everett Turner, Travis Darden, Joseph “Lefty” Vaughns, Dick “Lefty” O’Neil, Read More »
After the March … What Then?

“After the March .. What Then?” Thursday, April 6, 2017 @ 7 p.m. in King- Seabrook Chapel Panelists include: Gary Cobb – Retired District Attorney Hon. Brenda P. Kennedy – Judge, 3rd Judicial District Court Capt. Juan L. Sandoval – Travis County Sheriff Tonya Read More »
Community Health Dialogue
HT Awarded $1 Million UNCF Grant to Impr...
Ministers Breakfast Welcomes Area Clergy

AUSTIN, TX (11.21.16) – President Colette Pierce Burnette hosted the first Ministers Breakfast, where more than a dozen clergy members from local religious institutions gathered in the President’s Dining Room. Those in attendance received information regarding the University’s initiatives, upcoming events and student achievements. While Read More »
Breast Health 101 Event Begins Important...

AUSTIN, TX (11.07.16) – On Monday evening, Miss HT kicked off her year of events related to raising cancer awareness in the African American community with her Breast Health 101 panel. The four panelists, three of them breast cancer survivors, and one who lost their mother Read More »
Hispanic Heritage Month Event
ACC to HT: UNCF/Austin Pathways Scholars...
SBA Supplier Connection Event Scheduled ...

Thursday, September 15, 20167:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.Huston-Tillotson University – Davage-Durden Student Union Center900 Chicon StreetAustin, Texas 78702Free. Seating is Limited Small businesses are critical to building America’s future, as well as our economic strength and stability. They are a key component to helping the Read More »
Sparring Partners: Academic Departments ...

Our Academic Departments host a meet and greet informational session! This session will give new students an opportunity to learn about: the various degrees offered; academic expectations; professional development opportunities; faculty research interest; student research opportunities and internships; discipline specific academic organizations and honors programs; Read More »
Breakfast with the PLCs (Davage-Durden S...
Ram Registration Luncheon, Friday, Augus...

Fall 2016 Ram Registration Luncheon August 12 | 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. *Please RSVP by August 11* Have lunch on HT this Friday and bring a friend to register for Fall 2016! Priority registration for fall 2016 is available to new students and transfer students who are in good Read More »
July is Minority Mental Health Awareness...

In honor of National Minority Mental Health Month, Huston-Tillotson University Sandra Joy Anderson Community Health and Wellness Center, the National Alliance on Mental Illness – Austin, and the UT Dell Medical School Health Disparities Team are sponsoring a Sharing Hope Jazz Brunch and Presentation on Read More »
Congratulations Class of 2016

(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 »
Creating Racial Amity in America
Asjha Arnold Is Excited About Her $500 H...
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Homecoming Feb. 27, 2016
‘Racial Intolerance’ Convers...
HT Students in Verdi’s AIDA

The opera, “Aida” by Giuseppe Verdi, opens this weekend at the Long Center. Purchase tickets at www.austinopera.org. Sat, Nov. 77:30 p.m. Thu, Nov. 127:30 p.m. Sun, Nov. 153:00 p.m. Dr. Carol Adams MeansAssociate Professor of CommunicationHere is a production picture from last night featuring HT Read More »
Dr. Colette Pierce Burnette Installed as...

Dr. Colette Pierce Burnette Installed as Huston-Tillotson University’s Sixth President (AUSTIN, Texas) 11.8.15 — The Inauguration Convocation for Colette Pierce Burnette, Ed.D., was held Saturday, November 7, 2015, at 10 a.m. on the campus in King-Seabrook Chapel. The Huston-Tillotson University Board of Trustees announced Pierce Read More »
Academic Advising Begins
Huston-Tillotson University Weather Cond...

Central Texas is under a Tornado Warning with flash flooding occurring throughout the area. All classes after 12 noon on Friday, October 30, 2015, will be cancelled. Campus offices and operations will remain open until further notice. As always, your judgment should be exercised in Read More »
Make HT Your Career Choice. Apply at job...

Huston-Tillotson University, Green is the New Black™, The Dumpster Project, and Third Coast Activist Resource Center have partnered to host the Second Annual Building Green Justice Forum scheduled September 24, 2015, at Huston-Tillotson University. This year’s forum is focusing on food justice. We are bringing together Read More »
Earn Your Master’s Degree from HT

Master of Education in Educational Leadership with Principal Certification For over a century, Huston-Tillotson University has been committed to providing diverse, ethical educators to meet the needs of Austin and the surrounding areas. HT’s Principal Preparation Program seeks aspiring administrators who see themselves as leaders Read More »
Final Day to Withdraw from the Universit...
Official Twelfth Class Day
Classes Begin-Schedule Changes Allowed
Classes Begin Monday, Aug. 24. Designat...
Placement Testing, Advising, Registratio...
Rams Round-Up
HT Campus will close at 4 p.m. No eveni...

All are advised that Huston-Tillotson University offices and operations will close today, June 16, 2015, at 4 p.m. due to a Tropical Storm Warning in effect. Evening classes have been cancelled. Flooding is possible in multiple locations throughout Central Texas. As always, your judgment should Read More »
HT Opens Registration for Summer Science...

(AUSTIN, Texas) 3.11.15 — The application process is open for middle- and high-school students interested in the Huston-Tillotson University Austin Pre-Freshman Engineering Program (AusPrEP) summer program scheduled June 8 through July 24, 2015. The science, technology, engineering, and mathematics program targets minority students interested in Read More »
Final Examinations for Non Seniors May 4...
Last Class Day
Classes Resume
Final Day to Drop a Class with a “...
HT Students Stage a Lie-In in Response t...

HT’s Student Government Association scheduled a LIE-in in response to recent actions between African Americans and law enforcement officials. Students participated in support of victims and families grieving loved ones during three watershed moments over the past two years that have garnered international attention. Read More »

Grammy®-Award Winning Austinite Gary Clark, Jr. to Headline Huston-Tillotson University’s President’s Mankind Assisting Students Kindle Educational Dreams Gala Grammy®-Award Winner Chrisette Michele Also Scheduled to Perform (AUSTIN, Texas) 11.24.14 — Grammy®-Award winning Austinite blues guitarist Gary Clark, Jr. will headline Huston-Tillotson University’s Twelfth Annual President’s Read More »

The forecast of a “wintry ice mix” is in effect through Thursday (3.5.15) morning. Huston-Tillotson University offices will open at 1:30 p.m. with classes beginning at 2:30 p.m. Caution is advised for the entire Central Texas area. Read More »
Winter Weather Advisory

The Central Texas area is under a winter weather advisory with freezing mist through the morning. Huston-Tillotson University operations will begin at 10 a.m. with classes starting at 11 a.m. You are advised to use caution as bridges and overpasses may have patches of ice. Read More »
Final Date to File for May 2015 Graduati...
Homecoming 2015

Purchase Homecoming Game tickets at http://hustontillotsonhomecoming15.eventbrite.com?s=32182255No tickets sold on campus or placed on hold. All events to be held on the Huston-Tillotson University campus. Homecoming HotelHoliday Inn Midtown512.451.5757 Alumni Worship Service Thursday, Feb. 5 11 a.m. – Noon King-Seabrook Chapel Chapel might have been Read More »
HT Classes Begin Monday, Jan. 12

(AUSTIN, Texas) 1.6.15 — Recent high school graduates and transfer students are encouraged to enroll now at Huston-Tillotson University for the Spring 2015 semester that begins on Jan. 12. Residence halls open and New Student Orientation begins on Thursday, Jan. 8. Huston-Tillotson University offers Bachelor Read More »
#Thank You Thursday

#HTThankYouThursday is a new Huston-Tillotson giving campaign that will occur on the first Thursday of the month, to encourage thanks through giving. HT thanks all of its alumni, faculty, staff, students, friends, and family for all that they do to contribute to the university. Your Read More »
Establish a Friends and Family Team in S...
Happy Thanksgiving from the HT Track Fam...
Lady Rams Defeat St Thomas!

HT LADY RAMS 2-1 ST. THOMAS UNIVERSITY (RRAC) This was an eagerly awaited match with two strong teams battling to make the RRAC Play-Offs this season. It was the Lady Rams who took the early initiative by dominating the midfield and occupying the ST backline Read More »
LSUA Steal Late Winner

HT Lady Rams 0-1 LSU – Alexandria (NAIA RRAC) This was a fine performance from the Lady Rams. One which showed real grit and determination to battle for 110 minutes against a very aggressive and organized LSU – Alexandria team. The statistics say it all. Read More »
HT Remembers 9.11
‘Ram Fam’ Referral Program

‘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 »
Greetings from the Huston-Tillotson Univ...
HT Shows Its Giving Spirit with Presiden...

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 »
Jeffrey Archer Presents Tom Joyner Found...

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 Saturd...

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

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