Lighting Updates
September 15, 2026
Happy Birthday, UT!
Since our opening ceremonies on September 15, 1883, we have been educating Texans and serving our state with pride. As we prepare to light the Tower in all burnt orange tonight to celebrate our 143rd birthday, learn more about our once-in-a-lifetime venture to restore, revitalize and reimagine the UT Tower…
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Light the Tower: Texas Exes Ring Dedication
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Light the Tower: Distinguished Alumnus Awards
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Light the Tower: Veterans Day
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Light the Tower: Santa Rita Award
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Light the Tower: Vaccine Celebration
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Light the Tower: Texas Football Beats TCU
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Light the Tower: 50th Anniversary of Latino Studies
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Light the Tower: Texas Football Beats Texas Tech, 70-35
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Light the Tower: Inauguration of President Jay Hartzell
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Light the Tower: Texas Football Beats Rice
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Light the Tower: 2020 Commencement Reunion
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Light the Tower: 138 Years of Changing the World
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Light the Tower: Texas Football Wins Season Opener, 38-18
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Light the Tower: Texas Rowing Wins NCAA Championship
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Tower Shines for Class of 2025
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Why is it lit?
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Light the Tower: Track and Field Big 12 Championships
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Light the Tower: Commencement 2021