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FEATURE STORY

TAKING THE LEAP
As the Roadrunners raise the bar in the American Athletic Conference, momentum in athletics is elevating UTSA’s prominence and strengthening a lasting bond with San Antonio
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SOMBRILLA EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

AMERICAN ATHLETIC CONFERENCE COMMISSIONER MIKE ARESCO

Aresco recently visited San Antonio to explore the UTSA campus and meet with city leaders, university dignitaries and student-athletes. He also sat down with Sombrilla Magazine to share his impressions of the university and discuss UTSA’s addition to the conference. Hear what he had to say in this video.

In this Issue

RESEARCH

Michael Cepek holds a little girl in a Cofán village

Building Trust

UTSA’s Michael Cepek has spent three decades establishing a mutual bond with the Cofán people of Ecuador to ensure their long-term well-being

RESEARCH

Rebecca Bria with two children in mountain setting near archaeology site

Ancient Stories, New Voices

UTSA’s Rebecca Bria is engaging farming villagers in Peru in the discovery of their ancient past

COMMUNITY

A little girl molds clay

A Fresh Canvas

UTSA Southwest is expanding opportunities for youth art education across San Antonio

SCIENCES

Solar eclipse

The Path of Totality

UTSA’s Angela Speck discusses San Antonio’s rare opportunity to view a total solar eclipse

Bird's Eye View

Rowdy watches the Texas Legislature from a seat in the balconyRowdy watches the Texas Legislature from a seat in the balcony
Guests of Honor
UTSA was celebrated at the Texas State Capitol in February for its role as a driver of economic prosperity and workforce development with a day of activities. Photo by Brandon Fletcher/University Relations
A female student uses a blowtorch to sculpt a bronze artworkA female student uses a blowtorch to sculpt a bronze artwork
Let the Sparks Fly
UTSA’s Sculpture and Ceramics studio features workspace areas for welding fabrication, 3-D design, glazing and covered outdoor forging. Photo by Vanessa Velazquez
UTSA was celebrated at the Texas State Capitol in February for its role as a driver of economic prosperity and workforce development with a day of activities. Brandon Fletcher/University RelationsUTSA was celebrated at the Texas State Capitol in February for its role as a driver of economic prosperity and workforce development with a day of activities. Brandon Fletcher/University Relations
Unite in our Battle Song
The Spirit of San Antonio’s Jakarri Norsworthy plays his trombone as the band brings the Roadrunner spirit to Downtown San Antonio during the Battle of Flowers parade in April. Photo by Brandon Fletcher/University Relations
Mark Hogensen stands in front of his half-installed muralMark Hogensen stands in front of his half-installed mural
Dramatic ‘Discovery’
Mark D. Hogensen M.F.A. ’90 developed a tiled mural for UTSA’s new San Pedro I facility titled “Discovery Enterprise,” which was recently installed piece by piece. Photo by Valerie Bustamante Johnson/University Relations
UTSA graduate Jenelle Millison hugs her momUTSA graduate Jenelle Millison hugs her mom
Graduating with Honors (and Hugs)
UTSA Honors College student Jenelle Millison hugs her mom outside the Alamodome after UTSA’s Spring 2023 Commencement ceremony. Photo by Brandon Fletcher/University Relations
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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Leadership

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The AI Whirlwind

Artificial intelligence has the power to reshape the world. Here’s how UTSA is harnessing that force to make a positive impact.

RESEARCH

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Revolutionizing AI Through Brain Power

The AI field where UTSA is most highly excelling doesn’t boggle the mind as much as it draws insight from it

Research

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AI Research in Action

From e-scooters to cancer treatments, learn about six fascinating AI research projects happening at UTSA

STUDENT SUCCESS

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Getting to Know AI

UTSA faculty suggest embracing AI now because it will be a significant companion to humanity for the rest of our lives and beyond

Education

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AI in the Classroom

Discover six innovative examples of UTSA faculty employing generative AI to enhance classroom learning and workforce preparation

WHAT DO YOU THINK OF AI?

Tell us how you're using it and what innovation you're seeing!

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SOMBRILLA EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

SAN PEDRO I MURAL ARTIST
CRISTINA SOSA NORIEGA

See the new downtown mural up close and watch this San Antonio artist describe her vision for the community that inspired the image. 

'Runners & Shakers

Arts and Culture

Kimberly Garza smiles while standing in front of bookshelves.

Between the Lines

UTSA professor and writer Kimberly Garza uses her new novel “The Last Karankawas” to explore identity

ALUMNI

James MIsutka kneels dove in a cave.

In the Great Outdoors

A passion for nature set James Misutka ’21 on a path to a career in federal service

ALUMNI

Mariella Ozuna poses for a photo in front of San Antonio skyline.

Transforming Lives with Data

Mariella Ozuna ’10, M.P.A. ’17 uses data to create a positive impact in San Antonio’s Eastside community

STUDENT SUCCESS

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Roadrunner Scholars Breaking Records

UTSA students are making their mark with a record number of national scholarships and awards

Print Magazine

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