Feb 02, 2023
DDCE Publishes New ‘Overcoming’ Audiobook
The DDCE is pleased to announce the online publication of “Overcoming,” a free audiobook about the history…
Feb 05, 2021
Celebrating Black History Month
Every February, we celebrate Black History Month to honor and recognize the contributions of African Americans to U.S.
Dec 02, 2020
A Blessing in Disguise: Top Houston architect shares academic journey during UT’s early days of integration
Willie C. Jordan Jr. (far left) raises his horns with a group of Precursors during the 60th anniversary celebration for the…
Jan 22, 2019
Changing the Game: Looking back at one of the first Black college athletes to take the field against the all-white Texas team
USC fullback C.R. Roberts broke a school record for yardage in a single game in the Trojans’ 1956 bout against the Longhorns.
Jan 16, 2019
Lighting the Fire: Documentarian spotlights a beloved figure in UT Austin history to inspire others
Vidal Marsh (center) with two proud members of the UT Precursors Peggy and Col. Leon Holland. The Hollands are among several…
Sep 28, 2018
Recap: 1968 Retrospection Panel
In 1968, a small population of African American students—now known as The Precursors—endured significant challenges as they pursued…
Mar 30, 2018
Recap: ‘As We Saw It’ Book Talk and Panel Discussion
More than 100 students, alumni, faculty and staff came together at the Bass Lecture Hall on March 29…
Feb 08, 2017
Celebrating Black History Month 2017
In honor of Black History Month, we rounded up some stories that celebrate the great men and women who championed…
May 05, 2016
DDCE on the Scene
A collection of photos from events on campus and around the Austin community during the 2015-16 school year. UT…
