The Importance of Philanthropy

The Coalition today issued a statement emphasizing the importance of philanthropy to the continued access -- and success -- of Texas higher education. The recent losses of educational philanthropic giants like Bernard Rapoport and Howard Terry remind us that the quality of education received by future generations is a key driver to the assurance for the future of high quality education being produced at our flagship institutions. Afterall, it's the alumni whom give out of pride and loyalty. Read the entire statement after the jump.

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Coalition applauds UT's formation of Committee on Business Productivity

This week, The Alcalde highlighted the University of Texas at Austin's announcement of its 13-member Committee on Business Productivity, which will help UT review its business practices and make recommendations to cut costs and increase efficiency.

Coalition spokeswoman Jenifer Sarver called the committee a “smart and savvy” move by the University.
 
“We applaud UT for continuing to push the envelope and become stronger and more efficient,” Sarver says. “This committee is in direct contrast to anyone who would suggest UT is trying to maintain the status quo. Universities shouldn’t always be run like businesses, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have much to learn from business leaders.”
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Exxon Mobil Corp. CEO says education, scientific research is crucial to future success

Rex Tillerson, chairman and CEO of Exxon Mobil Corp., penned an Op-Ed for the Dallas Morning News this week. Tillerson said universities - including his alma mater, the University of Texas at Austin - are uniquely positioned to stimulate technological innovation by focusing on education and research.

Few public-policy issues are more fundamental to our success as a nation than assuring quality public education and supporting basic scientific research. To compete in the global economy, the United States must be a nation of innovation. University graduates with expertise in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), along with university research in cutting-edge technology, are crucial factors in the success equation.
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Curious to Know More About the Coalition?

The higher education debate is a nuanced one with many different facets and complex issues being discussed at the highest levels. The Texas Coalition for Excellence in Higher Education continues to be a vital voice in the conversation, advocating strongly for the power of higher education to transform lives for the better, build our economy and shape the future of Texas. If you've ever had any questions on the role and function of this group or want to know what we stand for and what we oppose, please review this document which can also be found in the Facts section.

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Valley colleges rank near top of U.S. institutions in graduating Hispanics

Several Rio Grande Valley post-secondary schools ranked near the top of a list of U.S. institutions in graduating Hispanics, according to a new report highlighted by The Brownsville Herald this week. 

The report from Excelencia in Education, a Washington-based nonprofit organization, listed the top 25 institutions graduating Latinos and ranked the University of Texas at Brownsville in several academic levels. The University of Texas—Pan American also ranked, as did South Texas College in McAllen, Kaplan Career Institute in McAllen and Kaplan College in Brownsville.

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  • The Importance of Philanthropy

    The Coalition today issued a statement emphasizing the importance of philanthropy to the continued access -- and success -- of Texas higher education. The recent losses of educational philanthropic giants like Bernard Rapoport and Howard Terry remind us that the quality of education received by future generations is a key driver to the assurance for the future of high quality education being produced at our flagship institutions. Afterall, it's the alumni whom give out of pride and loyalty. Read the entire statement after the jump.

    Continue reading

  • Coalition applauds UT's formation of Committee on Business Productivity

    This week, The Alcalde highlighted the University of Texas at Austin's announcement of its 13-member Committee on Business Productivity, which will help UT review its business practices and make recommendations to cut costs and increase efficiency.

    Coalition spokeswoman Jenifer Sarver called the committee a “smart and savvy” move by the University.
     
    “We applaud UT for continuing to push the envelope and become stronger and more efficient,” Sarver says. “This committee is in direct contrast to anyone who would suggest UT is trying to maintain the status quo. Universities shouldn’t always be run like businesses, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have much to learn from business leaders.”
    Continue reading

  • Exxon Mobil Corp. CEO says education, scientific research is crucial to future success

    Rex Tillerson, chairman and CEO of Exxon Mobil Corp., penned an Op-Ed for the Dallas Morning News this week. Tillerson said universities - including his alma mater, the University of Texas at Austin - are uniquely positioned to stimulate technological innovation by focusing on education and research.

    Few public-policy issues are more fundamental to our success as a nation than assuring quality public education and supporting basic scientific research. To compete in the global economy, the United States must be a nation of innovation. University graduates with expertise in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), along with university research in cutting-edge technology, are crucial factors in the success equation.
    Continue reading

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