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 Rowing Wins SEC Championship
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Celebrating the Class of 2025
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Light the Tower: Honoring Student Academic Achievement
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Celebrating Texas Beach Volleyball, 2025 CCSA Conference Champions
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Light the Tower: In First Season, Texas Beach Volleyball Wins Conference Championship
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Tower Darkens for UT Remembers
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Celebrating Texas Men’s Tennis, 2025 SEC Tournament and Conference Champions
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Light the Tower: Texas Men’s Tennis Wins Southeastern Conference Championship
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An Enduring Impact: Celebrating the Hildebrand Family’s Extraordinary Support
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Honoring the Terry Foundation’s Legacy of Supporting Students
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A Night in the Tower: Texas Exes Ring Dedication
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Recognizing Our Outstanding Students for Honors Day 2025
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Celebrating Texas Men’s Swimming and Diving, 2025 National Champions
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Light the Tower: Texas Men’s Swimming and Diving Win National Championship
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A Legacy of Giving: Celebrating 50 Years of Transformational Support from The Cockrell Foundation
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Light the Tower: Texas Women’s Basketball Wins SEC Regular Season Championship
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Light the Tower: Texas Men’s and Women’s Swimming and Diving Win Teams’ First SEC Championships
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Light the Tower: Texas Independence Day