Welcome to the official site of the Texas Exes Black Alumni Network
Who We Are
The Texas Exes Black Alumni Network is the official alumni network for Black Longhorns at The University of Texas at Austin. We bring together Black alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends of the University to build meaningful connections, celebrate our shared experiences, and strengthen the Black Longhorn community.
We are committed to keeping Black alumni connected to UT Austin and to one another while investing in the University's future. Through alumni engagement, student support, networking, advocacy, and scholarship initiatives, we work to advance the success of Black students and expand opportunities for the next generation of Longhorns.
Whether you want to reconnect with fellow alumni, support Black students, share your time and expertise, attend events, or contribute to our initiatives, there is a place for you in the Black Alumni Network.
Our Mission
We are the Black Alumni Network. Our mission is to:
- Identify, inform, and involve Black alumni in all aspects of the Texas Exes and the Black Alumni Network.
- Increase the presence of Black matriculants by helping the University recruit and retain the best, the brightest and most deserving Black students from around the state and around the nation.
- Connect Black alumni, students, faculty, and staff with individuals and corporations committed to higher education, inclusion, and belonging at UT Austin, mobilizing our collective networks to advance scholarship and alumni engagement initiatives.
Our Values
Scholarship
Advocating for and stewarding scholarships that help Black students attend and succeed at The University of Texas at Austin.
Connectivity
Connecting with prospective and current Black students by sharing our collective experiences, providing guidance and support, and engaging with issues and initiatives affecting the Black community on campus.
Network
Serving as a home for Black Longhorns across generations by fostering meaningful relationships among alumni and strengthening connections between alumni and the broader University community.
Our Community
Celebrate the people, experiences, and connections that make the Black Alumni Network special.
View photos of our amazing community and network here
Celebrating 70 Years of Legacy: The 70 for 70 Scholarship Campaign
70 Years. $70,000 for the Next Generation of Longhorns.
In Fall 2026, we celebrate the 70th anniversary of The Precursors—the first Black undergraduate students to enroll at The University of Texas at Austin in 1956. Their courage and determination shaped the path for generations of Black Longhorns to follow.
Through our 70 for 70 Scholarship Campaign, we honor their legacy by raising $70,000 for the Texas Exes Black Alumni Network Legacy Endowed Scholarship Fund. Every gift is an investment in the future of Black Longhorns and helps carry forward the legacy of those who came before us.
Whether you give $70, $700, or any amount in multiples of $7, your generosity helps reduce financial barriers and expand educational opportunities for future leaders.
Join us in turning a legacy of courage into a future of possibility.
Learn more about the campaign at texasexes.org/70for70.
2026 Precursors Legacy Gala: Celebrating the First, Inspiring the Next
Thank you to everyone who joined and made the Precursors Legacy Gala: Celebrating the First, Inspiring the Next possible.
- To view 2026 Precursors Legacy Gala Event photos: Click here
- To view 2026 Precursors Legacy Gala Backdrop photos: Click here
To our sponsors, we thank you for your commitment and generosity.
Champion the Future – $5,000 Sponsor |
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman, LLP
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Honor the Legacy Sponsor – $2,500 Sponsor
Mr. Eddie Blackwell
Carry the Legacy Forward Sponsor – $1,000 Sponsor
Dr. Richard Reddick and Black Austin Matters Podcast
Dr. Walter & Aileen Bumphus
Travis County Commissioner Jeffrey Travillion
Carry the Legacy Forward Sponsor – $500 Sponsor
Mr. Parker Harvey
Connect With Us
Stay connected with the Black Alumni Network, explore upcoming events, and discover opportunities to get involved.
- Linktree: Explore our links
- Instagram: @blacktexasex
- Facebook: Visit our Facebook page
- Bonfire Store: Check our BAN Merchandise
Have questions, want to get involved, or interested in supporting our initiatives? Please contact the Texas Exes Black Alumni Network at utblackalumninetwork@gmail.com
Make a Donation
John Saunders Chase Legacy Scholarship