Founded and run by professor Michel Lauderdale, the Longhorn Leaders program engages students at The University of Texas at Austin to work with at-risk middle school students, helping them to stay out of trouble and stay in school.
As the program marked its 10th year this past April, it received commendations from the Texas Legislature, the Austin Crime Commission and the Austin City Council. It was lauded at a dinner with a guest list that included city and school officials, community leaders, and UT Austin coaches.