University Resource Groups (URGs) provide an organized voice on campus for diverse communities within The University of Texas at Austin. The URGs not only provide a way to communicate the needs of these diverse groups to the campus community, but also celebrate the voices, identities, experiences, and talents of the groups. The URGs also provide leadership training and other professional development, community service opportunities, and celebrations such as an annual potluck for all faculty and staff.
The Asian/Asian American Faculty and Staff Association (AAAFSA)
The mission of AAAFSA is to support, celebrate, and empower Asian and Asian American faculty and staff by fostering a community that provides opportunities for networking, communication, and growth — both personal and professional.
The Black Faculty and Staff Association (BFSA)
BFSA is dedicated to visible commitment and inclusion of Black faculty, staff and students. Our mission is to advocate progress through the promotion of professional development, mentoring, networking, wellness, scholarships and cultural programs.
The Hispanic Faculty Staff Association (HFSA)
HFSA provides opportunities for social and cultural interaction among Hispanic/Latino as well as other interested professionals. We encourage communication, support networking, and serve as a voice for cultural and educational issues.
The Military/Veterans Faculty and Staff Association (MVFSA)
MVFSA facilitates the inclusion of veterans, military members, and their families into the University community in order to enhance recruitment, retention, networking, comradery, and professional development in collaboration with other organizations
The Pride and Equity Faculty Staff Association (PEFSA)
PEFSA advances the university’s educational mission by cultivating a safe and inclusive environment that values, celebrates and affirms the sexual and gender diversity of faculty and staff members.
For more information on University Resource Groups, please contact Helen Wormington.
If you would like to contact all the URG co-chairs, please contact URG Leadership.