Looking Ahead: Supporting the Arts Through Leadership Transitions

Dear Friends,

Happy New Year!

As I am sure you know by now, UT President Jay Hartzell will be moving to SMU at the end of May. Many of you heard him speak at our fall Advisory Council meeting, and you are aware of his interests in and support of our college and its initiatives.  I am immensely proud of the work I have been able to advance in collaboration with him and the many ways he has supported the College of Fine Arts during his presidency. I am confident that these efforts and achievements leave us with a strong foundation to continue advancing the work of the college into the future.

I just wanted to reach out to express my confidence in the continuity of effort here at UT Austin to continue advancing the arts. I also want to make myself available should you have any questions about the impending transitions and its impact for our college.

My very best,

Ramón