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…

April 28, 2023

Light the Tower: Presidential Citation Awards
April 25, 2023

Light the Tower: Athletic Clubs National Championships
April 21, 2023

Tower Darkens for UT Remembers
April 19, 2023

Light the Tower: Faculty Achievement and Student Academic Achievement
April 15, 2023

Light the Tower: Honors Day
April 13, 2023

Light the Tower: Texas Exes Ring Dedication
April 10, 2023

Light the Tower: The President’s Staff Awards
April 6, 2023

Light the Tower: President’s Research Impact Award
March 29, 2023

Light the Tower: Faculty and Staff Awards
March 12, 2023

Light the Tower: Texas Men’s Basketball Wins Big 12 Tournament
March 11, 2023

Light the Tower: Texas Men’s Basketball Wins Big 12 Tournament
March 4, 2023

Light the Tower: Texas Women’s Basketball Wins Big 12
March 3, 2023

Light the Tower: Michael and Erika Linford
March 2, 2023

Light the Tower: Texas Independence Day
February 27, 2023

UT Tower Shines for Red McCombs
February 25, 2023

Light the Tower: Longhorns Win Big 12 Championships
November 27, 2022

Light the Tower: Texas Volleyball Wins Big 12 Championship
November 25, 2022

Light the Tower: Texas Football Beats Baylor, 38-27