Official account for The University of Texas at Austin #WhatStartsHere Changes The World 🤘Like the state it calls home, The University of Texas at Austin is a bold, ambitious leader, home to more than 51,000 students and 3,000 teaching faculty.

Core values

- **Addressing Societal Needs**: UT Austin's research initiatives address critical local challenges such as infrastructure development, economic growth, and cultural enrichment. They also focus on social inequalities, healthcare innovations, and environmental sustainability[1][3].
- **Improving Quality of Life**: The university's research has led to better treatments and healthcare technologies, fostered new businesses and job creation, and contributed to conservation and environmental protection[1].
- **Promoting Positive Change**: UT Austin is involved in diversity and equity initiatives, collaborations with cultural institutions, and community-based learning projects that engage students and faculty in solving real-world problems[1][3].
- **Contributing to Community Well-being**: The university supports affordable housing projects, sustainable city planning, and social justice initiatives, all of which enhance community infrastructure and promote social responsibility[1][3].