Timeline

SCL Established by UT System Board of Regents

The University of Texas System Board of Regents approves a motion to establish the School of Civic Leadership at The University of Texas at Austin.

Provost Sharon Wood announced the launch of a national search for School of Civic Leadership’s inaugural dean.

Provost Appoints Interim Dean

Provost Sharon Wood appoints Justin Dyer to be dean ad interim of the School of Civic Leadership while the University conducts a national search for the inaugural dean.

New Civics Honors Program in Development

Under its established faculty governance policy, the School of Civic Leadership launches faculty recruitment efforts and begins developing a proposal for a new BA in Civics Honors.

Inaugural Dean of SCL Appointed

After conducting a national search, UT Austin announces the appointment of Justin Dyer as the inaugural dean of the School of Civic Leadership.

School of Civic Leadership Launches New Programs

In collaboration with the College of Liberal Arts, the School of Civic Leadership launches a Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) minor. The School of Civic Leadership also begins offering general education courses and electives for UT Austin students during the 2024-25 academic year.

Beginning on August 1, 2024, prospective students are able to apply for admission to the School of Civic Leadership as undeclared majors matriculating in fall 2025.

Civics Honors Program Launch

Pending approval of its curriculum proposal, the School of Civic Leadership will launch a B.A. in Civics Honors for students in its founding cohort. It will also launch a minor in Civics for UT Austin students pursuing majors outside of the School of Civic Leadership.

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