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PLANET UTSA EXPLORES APRIL’S TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE IN DEPTH

In Planet UTSA, a special edition podcast series developed by the UTSA Office of University Strategic Communications, several renowned university researchers and their students are exploring the impact of the upcoming eclipse from various perspectives.

TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE 2024

COMMUNITY

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Accessible Eclipses For Everyone

Students from UTSA are crafting LightSound devices, making it possible for visually-impaired people to experience the total solar eclipse

SCIENCES

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Eclipses 101 with Dr. Angela Speck

UTSA astronomy professor Angela Speck discusses the magic of a total solar eclipse — a rare astronomical event that Texans won’t want to miss

SCIENCES

Cosmic Tarantula

The Roadrunner's Guide to the Galaxy

See how UTSA is at the forefront of illuminating projects solving the grand astronomical, geological and engineering challenges of space exploration

SEND US YOUR PHOTOS

Show us how you celebrated the eclipse on April 8. We'll post them here!

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

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

Bird's Eye View

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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
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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
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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
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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

In this Issue

RESEARCH

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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

COMMUNITY

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A Fresh Canvas

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

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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

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

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