Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The Cockrell School is committed to building an inclusive environment, free from all forms of hate, racism and injustice, where students, faculty and staff feel safe and supported. Every member of our school community — whoever you are, wherever you are from and whatever you believe — is valued. Never forget that you belong here.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION PLAN
The DEI Plan is a defined framework and set of initiatives that will guide our future decisions and investments across all departments and communities. Learn more
Faces of Texas Engineering

January 06, 2022
Alumna Jodie Lutkenhaus Honored by TAMEST for Pioneering the Future of Non-metal Energy Storage
Jodie L. Lutkenhaus (B.S. Chemical Engineering 2002), professor in the Artie McFerrin Department of Chemical Engineering at Texas A&M University and alumna of the Cockrell School's McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering, is the recipient of the 2022 Edith and ... Read the story

March 28, 2022
Women’s History Month: The Impact of Mentorship
Women’s History Month is a time to highlight and celebrate the extraordinary women whose legacies empower women today in the pursuit of their dreams. “It wasn’t always this easy for women to learn STEM and be respected in this field, so ... Read the story

October 08, 2021
This First-Year Student Invented a Fire-Fighting Robot
Every once in a while, a young person already so accomplished comes along and makes you wonder aloud “what am I doing with my life?” Siddharth Thakur is one of those young people. Even in the sea of brilliant future ... Read the story
News and Updates
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February 28, 2022
Message from Associate Dean Christine Julien: Intersectionality in Engineering
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February 1, 2022
Message from Interim Dean Roger T. Bonnecaze and Associate Dean Christine Julien: Climate Survey Report
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November 1, 2021
Message from Associate Dean Christine Julien: Building Community
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October 7, 2021
Message from Associate Dean Christine Julien: Micromessaging and Inclusive Communication
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September 21, 2021
UT Austin Admits Largest First-Year Class and Enrolls Record-High Number of Historically Underrepresented Students