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A Message from the Dean of Students

Welcome to The University of Texas at Austin! Known as "The Forty Acres" because of the original land grant, today the main campus is comprised of 350 acres. Just finding your way from class to class may seem like a challenge, but the rich complexities of the university expand beyond the geography. The University of Texas at Austin is a diverse place, filled with intellectual opportunities and countless extracurricular activities. The Office of the Dean of Students is here to help you navigate the campus, serve as your advocate and provide you with helpful resources. Start with the Bevo Bulletin, created by our New Student Services and filled with tips, Web addresses and a map to serve as your guide. Next, explore the Office of the Dean of Students Web site to discover a wealth of resources available to you, such as fun student activities, free student legal services, leadership classes and student emergency services if you find yourself in a crisis.

Here at The University of Texas at Austin we say, "What Starts Here Changes the World." To that end, we hope that as you progress through your studies, you will take the time to learn how to lead. Leaders create bold new ideas and rally those around them into action. The Office of the Dean of Students offers theoretical classes through the Leadership and Ethics Institute, as well as opportunities to put leadership theory into practice through Greek Life and Intercultural Education and more than 1,000 registered student organizations, which represent everything from the University Yoga Club to Engineers for a Sustainable World. Remember that student organizations are more than just a fun way to spend your time; they offer chances to create and execute strategic initiatives, plan activities, recruit new members and serve in leadership positions as officers.

As you settle in here at The University of Texas at Austin, you are encouraged to always be mindful of the pivotal role you play in your own success. Please remember that academic dishonesty cheats you out of learning opportunities and threatens the reputation of The University of Texas at Austin. Illegal downloading is theft. Hazing your fellow students puts everyone at risk of injury. There are important responsibilities you have to the university and to your fellow members of the campus community. As Mahatma Gandhi said, "Be the change you want to see in the world."

Please come by and get to know us. We are located in the Student Services Building (SSB), Suite 4.104. While here, be sure to explore the many resources available to you through the Office of the Dean of Students. You can also give us a call at 512-471-5017 or visit our Web site at deanofstudents.utexas.edu Hook ‘em!

Soncia Reagins-Lilly
Senior Associate Vice President for Student Affairs
Dean of Students