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Forty Acres Society

The Texas Exes created the Forty Acres Society to offer alumni a way to advance academic excellence at our university. The Society brings together a community of leaders who are passionate about their alma mater and are committed to paying it forward.

Why join?

Society membership directly supports the enrichment component of the Forty Acres Scholars Program, which is a differentiating factor for students deciding between UT and other top-ranked universities.

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About the Forty Acres Scholars Program

Inspiring and nurturing visionary leaders for the benefit of society.

Your membership makes a difference.

Your donation directly supports the Forty Acres Scholars Program.

Forty Acres Scholars Program Class of 2024 Finalists

The Forty Acres Scholars Program announced 53 finalists for the Class of 2024. Finalists were selected from over 3,800 applicants.

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Class of 2023 Freshman Dinner Series Recap

Advice to Scholars: From Lansinoh Laboratories Global VP for Innovation Rush Bartlett

Forty Acres Scholars discuss their UT Austin experiences on a panel at the 2019 Enrichment Symposium.

At Second-Annual Enrichment Symposium, Forty Acres Scholars Share Life-Changing Experiences

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Get to Know the Scholars

Intellectually curious and academically successful

Scholars with a Donor

Be a Hero to a Student

There are many ways to make an impact.

 

Upcoming Events

Austin Reception (March 10, 2020) 

Houston Reception (March 11, 2020) 

Society Tailgate (TBD) 

Forty Acres Scholars Program Dinner, Members Only (October 16, 2020) 

Distinguished Alumnus Awards (November 13, 2020) 
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Outstanding Young Texas Exes Awards (October 16, 2020)
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Matt Garcia

Member Spotlight

Matt Garcia

BBA Finance ’04

I’ve had the opportunity to reconnect with old friends and make new ones who share my passion for UT, all while being part of the strategic effort to keep top academic talent in the state of Texas. Additionally, members get the chance to hear from individuals like Athletic Director Chris Del Conte and Coach Eddie Reese (my favorite so far) in small settings.