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UT Austin names faculty committees for first core overhaul in over 20 years

Takes office as dean January 2027

The University of Texas at Austin named three faculty committees on Oct. 28 to review courses for its new core curriculum, the first overhaul of general education requirements in more than 20 years. The panels cover arts and humanities, social sciences, and STEM. Provost William Inboden and Dean-designate Devin Stauffer said faculty guidance remains essential as the core moves from design to implementation.

Updated Nov 1

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I'm proud to lead University College as we build a strong, lasting foundation for the Core Curriculum.

from UT Austin names faculty committees for first core overhaul in over 20 years · Updated Nov 1

Faculty expertise has shaped the new Core from the beginning, and faculty guidance remains essential as we move from its design to the development and implementation of courses. (with Provost Inboden, Oct 28 email)

from UT Austin names faculty committees for first core overhaul in over 20 years · Updated Nov 1

I hope that this core can be a kind of model for core curricula across the country.

from UT Austin names faculty committees for first core overhaul in over 20 years · Updated Nov 1

That problem is going to be ironed out, but it's going to probably be a two- or three-year process of ironing out.

from UT Austin names faculty committees for first core overhaul in over 20 years · Updated Nov 1