Activities

Explore UT is open to the general public with online programming that is accessible to all. Activities specifically designed for K-12 students include an indication of a suggested grade level, denoting the difficulty of the concept or activity presented. Some programs will require participants to join virtual platforms (Zoom, Brazen, etc.). Children who are participating in these programs must be monitored by an adult chaperone (parent, guardian or a teacher) in order to join the virtual platform. Some may require verification that a chaperone will be present in order to register for participation.
 
March 5, 2021, 9 to 9:45 a.m.

Pharmaceutical Drug Development: Teaching Old Drugs New Tricks

Check out the exciting research being conducted at Texas Pharmacy. This will be a fun-filled, TED Talk styled presentation where you can hear about the things that are starting here, and will eventually change the world!

College of Pharmacy Science
March 5, 2021, 9 to 9:30 a.m.

Study Abroad with BBA International Programs

Have you ever wondered what it's like to live in a different city, state or country? Join representatives from the BBA International Programs Office to explore the opportunities to study abroad.  From Hong Kong to Paris, you will get the chance to experience the world through our eyes as we share stories of our travels and adventures. This live, interactive session includes a question and answer opportunity with students who studied abroad.

McCombs School of Business Business, Culture and Education
March 5, 2021, 9 to 9:45 a.m.

How to Stay Safe During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Nursing students explain the basics of what the COVID-19 virus is, how it spreads and how to stop the spread, including information on the COVID-19 vaccine.

School of Nursing Science
March 5, 2021, 9 to 9:30 a.m.

Everybody Chill Live Performance

Join the UT Austin Physics Circus as they use do extremely "cool" science demos to show how temperature relates to the three states of matter. They might even show you how to turn a banana into a hammer.

College of Natural Sciences Science
March 5, 2021, 10 to 10:30 a.m.

Meet the Showbots!

When the pandemic made it impossible to teach a hands-on robot building course in person, UT professors “went small” and collaborated with a teacher to create a remote Robot Club at Metz-Sanchez Elementary in Austin. Twenty amazing robots were created. Learn more about five of them and meet the robot makers. Discover how robots work, and a few lucky teachers will even get the chance to control one of the robots live via the internet. 

College of Fine Arts Arts, Design and Media
March 5, 2021, 10 to 10:30 a.m.

Exploring Majors at UT Austin

Hear from current UT Austin students about their experiences choosing a major. Our panelists will talk about the transition from high school to college, share their best tips and tricks for navigating the process when it’s your turn, answer your pre-submitted questions, and more!

School of Undergraduate Studies Longhorn Life
March 5, 2021, 10 to 10:30 a.m.

Build a Sustainable World Through Business

Texas McCombs’ Social Innovation Initiative (SII) trains future leaders to drive social and environmental impact through business in any career. This interactive session will introduce teenagers and young adults to various impact tools that the SII teaches, such as social entrepreneurship and impact investing. They will also learn about the sustainability programming and classes that McCombs offers, and have a chance to speak to current students about their experience.

McCombs School of Business Business, Culture and Education
March 5, 2021, 10 to 10:45 a.m.

Pharma-See Our School!

You're invited to stop by the College of Pharmacy, virtually, to experience a walk through the halls of the UT Pharmacy buildings.  The live, tour will showcase the different classrooms, labs, and resources available to both undergraduate and graduate pharmacy students. The tour will be led by current pharmacy students who will share their experiences and can answer questions along the way. 

College of Pharmacy Science
March 5, 2021, 10 to 11 a.m.

When Life Gives You Lemons

Join student members from the UT Association of Latino Professionals for America (ALPFA) to discover the difference between different business majors and to learn how each major can be applied in the context of a lemonade stand business.

McCombs School of Business Business, Culture and Education
March 5, 2021, 10 to 11 a.m.

Exploring Nanophotonics

Join members of the Zheng Nanophotonics Research Group to discover how light can be used as a tool to control objects on a small scale for both fundamental sciences and daily-life applications. See how the team invents light-based tools to accelerate innovation in quantum technology and nanotechnology. 

Cockrell School of Engineering Engineering
March 5, 2021, 10 to 10:30 a.m.

RGV Familia Discussion on TIPS

The transition for students from high school into college can be difficult as they are often required to adapt to new environments and learning styles that may be different from what they have experienced previously. This panel discussion will provide tips to help high school students take the next step of the educational journey in preparation for college success.

Division of Diversity and Community Engagement Longhorn Life
March 5, 2021, 10 to 10:30 a.m.

Science Up Close

In this interactive game, participants will test their skills at identifying scientific objects and organisms from super-zoomed-in images.

College of Natural Sciences Science
March 5, 2021, 10 to 10:30 a.m.

Study Abroad with BBA International Programs

Have you ever wondered what it's like to live in a different city, state or country? Join representatives from the BBA International Programs Office to explore the opportunities to study abroad.  From Hong Kong to Paris, you will get the chance to experience the world through our eyes as we share stories of our travels and adventures. This live, interactive session includes a question and answer opportunity with students who studied abroad. 

McCombs School of Business Business, Culture and Education
March 5, 2021, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Design and Create a Lightbulb Circuit on TinkerCad

Join members of Texas Engineering World Health (TEWH), a project-based solutions organization, to learn how to design and create a lightbulb circuit using the online 3D modeling program, Tinkercad. It is easy to use, and you can discover what it takes to create a fun Light Up Squishy Circuit.

Cockrell School of Engineering Engineering
March 5, 2021, 10:30 to 11 a.m.

First-Generation Student Information Session

Current high school students, who will soon be first-generation college students, are invited to join us for this interactive information session that will include helpful advice from experienced staff, direction to resources and other details on how to become a successful first-generation student on a college campus.   

Division of Diversity and Community Engagement Longhorn Life
March 5, 2021, 10:30 to 11:45 a.m.

Play Lotería

Join members of the Bilingual Education Student Organization (BESO) to play Lotería, a traditional game of chance. You can learn about Mexican culture while having fun and showing your competitive side. Lotería is a game, similar to bingo, that encourages you to make new friends and helps you get to know others better. Get ready to have fun with BESO.

College of Education Business, Culture and Education
March 5, 2021, 11 to 11:30 a.m.

Careers in Architecture

Learn more about unique career opportunities after graduating from The University of Texas at Austin School of Architecture.

School of Architecture Arts, Design and Media
March 5, 2021, 11 to 11:30 a.m.

McCombs Leadership Program: A Look at Mental Health

At the McCombs Leadership Program, we emphasize the importance of building a well-rounded individual who can work with others to build a better community. Whether you are a student moving from middle to high school, or from high school to college, it is important to take care of your mental well-being. In this event, we will discuss mental health tips and how to identify and deal with mental fatigue, especially in periods of transition. Hear from current UT students and learn how the McCombs Leadership Program supports its members to build community.

McCombs School of Business Longhorn Life
March 5, 2021, 11 a.m. to noon

Pandemic Solutions through Pharmacy

The vaccine and treatment for COVID-19 is a common topic of interest for many in the world today.  Join us for a conversation with Dr. Maria Croyle, Dr. Diane Ginsburg and Dr. Mo Mohammed Maniruzzaman, members of the College of Pharmacy faculty, as they discuss the incredible work UT Pharmacy has done in the last several months regarding COVID-19.

College of Pharmacy Science
March 5, 2021, 11 a.m. to noon

Mental Health Promotion and the Pandemic

Living during a pandemic presents challenges that none of us ever expected to deal with. With increased isolation, we may find ourselves swimming in worries or lacking motivation to complete tasks. Join us to learn how to identify strategies to improve your mental health. We'll share practical ways to put those strategies into practice, even when you are stuck at home on Zoom.

School of Nursing Science
March 5, 2021, 11 a.m. to noon

Look (Safely) at the Sun

Feast your eyes on the sun as you’ve never seen it before: live, through specially filtered telescopes and cameras. Learn about sunspots, prominences, solar flares, and more. As a bonus, learn how, when, and where to safely view the upcoming total solar eclipse, a once in a life time event, on April 8, 2024. The host and moderators will answer your questions live.

College of Natural Sciences Science
March 5, 2021, 11 to 11:30 a.m.

Computational Modeling of the Heart and its Valves

Join Professor Michael Sacks and members of his research team to learn how heart valves work.  A world authority on cardiovascular biomechanics, Dr. Sacks will demonstrate how engineers study heart valves to design improved repair methods and replacements, as well as the advanced tools that are a part of their research.

Cockrell School of Engineering Engineering
March 5, 2021, 11 to 11:30 a.m.

Study Abroad with BBA International Programs

Have you ever wondered what it's like to live in a different city, state or country? Join representatives from the BBA International Programs Office to explore the opportunities to study abroad.  From Hong Kong to Paris, you will get the chance to experience the world through our eyes as we share stories of our travels and adventures. This live, interactive session includes a question and answer opportunity with students who studied abroad. 

 

 

McCombs School of Business Business, Culture and Education
March 5, 2021, 11 to 11:30 a.m.

Life as a College Student

Going from high school to college is a new and exciting time. Join us for an interactive panel with student leaders from the Multicultural Engagement Center to learn more about what life is like for a college student.

Division of Diversity and Community Engagement Longhorn Life
March 5, 2021, 11 to 11:30 a.m.

UT Youth Engagement Center Project Finish Line

¿Estás tratando de encontrar tu lista de cosas por hacer para la universidad? Permita que la línea de meta del proyecto lo ayude a comprender los pasos que necesitará para ser admitido e inscribirse en una universidad. Esta sesión será en español y está dirigida a estudiantes de secundaria de primera generación que tal vez no sepan cómo alcanzar sus metas de educación superior.

Division of Diversity and Community Engagement Longhorn Life
March 5, 2021, 11:30 a.m. to noon

Tips and Tricks for Finding Money for College

College can seem out-of-reach, financially, but it’s important to remember that there are lots and lots (and lots) of resources available to help students pay for their education. This session offers simple advice for effectively and efficiently finding scholarships. Plenty of time will be left for Q&A, so come with questions.

Division of Diversity and Community Engagement Longhorn Life
March 5, 2021, noon to 1 p.m.

Majoring in Architecture & Interior Design

Join academic adviser Jasmin Blas-Mendieta for more information about majoring in architecture and interior design at UT. A question-and-answer opportunity will be provided.

School of Architecture Arts, Design and Media
March 5, 2021, noon to 12:45 p.m.

Women in Engineering Program: FabFems Friday Webinar

Join the Women in Engineering Program FabFems Friday Webinar. We welcome recent STEM alums and role models to share their professional experiences and educational journeys with participants. Hear their career stories, ask questions, and get inspired. The webinar is part of a FabFems Friday webinar series featuring fabulous women in STEM role models throughout March for Women's HIstory Month.

Cockrell School of Engineering Engineering
March 5, 2021, noon to 12:45 p.m.

Accepted: Med School Admission

Join Joel Daboub, director of admissions at Dell Medical School, and a pre-med student panel to explore the rigorous road that leads to medical school.   You can learn more about the unique process along with tips for successful admission. 

Dell Medical School Public Service
March 5, 2021, noon to 12:45 p.m.

The Fascinating World of Blockchain and Cryptocurrency

Join us to learn about blockchain, a specific type of database used to manage cryptocurrency. Most of our networks today are centralized by design. However, central servers are prone to cyber-attacks. Learn how the underlying blockchain technology works and discover the the numerous ways this ledger is used to protect and encapsulate data.

 

 

McCombs School of Business Business, Culture and Education
March 5, 2021, noon to 12:30 p.m.

McCombs Leadership Program: A Look at Mental Health

At the McCombs Leadership Program, we emphasize the importance of building a well-rounded individual who can work with others to build a better community. Whether you are a student moving from middle to high school, or from high school to college, it is important to take care of your mental well-being. In this event, we will discuss mental health tips and how to identify and deal with mental fatigue, especially in periods of transition. Hear from current UT students and learn how the McCombs Leadership Program supports its members to build community.

McCombs School of Business Business, Culture and Education
March 5, 2021, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

Tinfoil Boats with Longhorn Racing

Create a boat using only foil. Gently place your boat in the water and then add your weights (pennies, small rocks, etc.) one at a time until your boat sinks. Count how many pennies it took to sink your boat. Redesign your boat and try again to see if you can create a boat to hold even more weight.

Cockrell School of Engineering Engineering
March 5, 2021, 1 to 1:45 p.m.

So You Want to Go to Law School?

Join us for an overview of the application process and requirements for Law School admission. Learn about steps to take early in an academic career to better prepare for law school consideration.

School of Law Public Service
March 5, 2021, 1 to 1:45 p.m.

Conversations with School of Architecture First-Years

Join two first-year students, Eamanne and Rohun, for an engaging panel where you will have the opportunity to ask questions about their student experience at the UT School of Architecture!

School of Architecture Arts, Design and Media
March 5, 2021, 1 to 1:30 p.m.

Undergraduate Research: How Students Start Here and Change the World

Students from all disciplines — from art to aerospace engineering to accounting — participate in UT’s world-changing research. Learn what undergraduate research looks like and how it benefits students at this discussion and Q&A.

School of Undergraduate Studies Business, Culture and Education
March 5, 2021, 1 to 2 p.m.

Bad Bugs vs. Good Drugs

Join UT Austin College of Pharmacy faculty member, Dr. Patrick Davis to learn about how disease causing bacteria is evolving and dodging our commonly used antibiotics. He will not only share the challenge but also what pharmacists and scientists are working towards in order to tackle this issue.

College of Pharmacy Science
March 5, 2021, 1 to 4:30 p.m.

Hear + Now: A Drive-thru Art Exhibition

TEDxUTAustin transforms UT Austin’s San Antonio Garage into a drive-thru art exhibition! Hear and Now is a drive-thru parking garage art exhibition in the heart of UT Austin’s West Campus. The exhibition, curated by the Center Space Project, features physical works as well as light, video, and sound installations by seventeen students, faculty, and community artists. Hear and Now is a contactless experience where all attendees must stay in their cars at all times.

School of Undergraduate Studies Arts, Design and Media
March 5, 2021, 1 to 1:30 p.m.

Build a Sustainable World Through Business

Texas McCombs’ Social Innovation Initiative (SII) trains future leaders to drive social and environmental impact through business in any career. This interactive session will introduce teenagers and young adults to various impact tools that the SII teaches, such as social entrepreneurship and impact investing. Participants will also learn about sustainability programming classes offered in the McCombs School and will have the opportunity to speak with current students about their experiences.

McCombs School of Business Business, Culture and Education
March 5, 2021, 2 to 2:30 p.m.

Drone Flight

Understanding the blend of sciences, art, and precision of measurement provides new perspectives forcing us to wonder what we are viewing. What is the story behind this image?

School of Architecture Arts, Design and Media
March 5, 2021, 2 to 3 p.m.

Ever Thought About Being a Pharmacist?

Looking for a career in the health professions? Come learn about a future in pharmacy! Pharmacy is a well-rounded profession, blending science, health care, direct patient contact, computer technology, and business. Ranked 7th in the country, come see how our College of Pharmacy is changing the world through health care. This session is open to prospective students of all ages and educational backgrounds.

College of Pharmacy Science
March 5, 2021, 2 to 2:30 p.m.

Lounging with Longhorns

Join us during Lounging with Longhorns to interact with current UT students. During this session, UT students will answer pre-submitted questions from elementary school students and teachers to provide insight on what it is like to be a Longhorn on the Forty Acres.
University Housing and Dining Longhorn Life
March 5, 2021, 2 to 2:30 p.m.

A Day in the Life of a College of Natural Sciences Student

Watch a short presentation on what a typical day looks like for a student in the College of Natural Sciences, then chat with current students in a live Q&A. Depending on the volume of audience questions, this program may run longer than 30 minutes.

College of Natural Sciences Longhorn Life
March 5, 2021, 2 to 2:45 p.m.

A Day in the life of an ECE Student

Come hear from a student panel about what it's like to be an Electrical and Computer Engineering student at UT Austin!

Cockrell School of Engineering Engineering
March 5, 2021, 2:45 to 3:30 p.m.

Introductory Lecture by Professor Larry Speck

Professor Larry Speck's lecture for first-year students examines architecture's links to literature, theater, film, music, politics, and society at large.

School of Architecture Arts, Design and Media
March 5, 2021, 3 to 4 p.m.

Biomedical Engineering Prospective Student Session

Learn all about the Biomedical Engineering (BME) program – its curriculum, career, research and student organization opportunities, as well as the study abroad options available to BME students.

Cockrell School of Engineering Engineering
March 5, 2021, 3 to 4 p.m.

Medical Jeopardy

Join students from UT Austin's Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES) in a medical "jeopardy" game to see how much you know about the human body and learn more about medicine.

Cockrell School of Engineering Engineering
March 5, 2021, 4 to 4:30 p.m.

Play Lotería

Join members of the Bilingual Education Student Organization (BESO) to play Lotería, a traditional game of chance.  You can learn about Mexican culture while having fun and showing your competitive side.  Lotería is a game, similar to bingo, that encourages you to make new friends and helps you get to know others better.  Get ready to have fun with BESO. 

College of Education Business, Culture and Education