Winter Meeting 2022: Houston
In a tribute to COVID heroes, distinguished UT medical experts illuminated the journey of COVID-19 vaccine and treatment development and shed light on the invaluable efforts of healthcare providers in aiding patient and community recovery. Chancellor Milliken concluded the event with a heartfelt acknowledgment of all UT COVID heroes present, followed by a sensational performance by the iconic Gladys Knight.
Fall Meeting 2022: Austin
The CCEC celebrated the resumption of in-person gatherings at Austin’s Four Seasons Hotel. UT San Antonio President Taylor Eighmy and UT Austin President Jay Hartzell joined Chancellor Milliken for a dynamic conversation titled: Education, Research & Sports! Additionally, University Lands CEO Billy Murphy and UTIMCO CIO Rich Hall provided a comprehensive exploration of the Permanent University Fund, or PUF, the distinctive resource that powers the UT System.
Winter Meeting 2021: Virtual
The COVID-19 pandemic relegated a second CCEC meeting to virtual format, yet its significance remained undiminished as Chancellor Milliken hosted UT MD Anderson Cancer Center President Peter Pisters. Their discussion delved into the landscape of cancer care amidst the pandemic, and highlighted MD Anderson’s pivotal role in developing 56% of all cancer drugs approved by the FDA for clinical use.
Fall Meeting 2021: UT System building
With the pandemic finally waning, CCEC members convened both in-person at the UT System Administration building in Austin, and virtually. The spotlight was on cybersecurity, emphasized by a discussion led by Chancellor Milliken, which delved into the UT System's dedication to meeting crucial workforce demands in high-demand IT positions.
Winter Meeting 2020: UTRGV
The CCEC returned to Rio Grande Valley for the first time since the merger and creation of UTRGV. Members explored the dynamic Brownsville campus, including the Center for Border Economics, cutting-edge research on diabetes, obesity and related disorders, the Coastal Studies Laboratory and its impact on coastal and marine concerns in the Gulf of Mexico, and the exciting potential of the new UTRGV School of Medicine.
Fall meeting 2020: Virtual
This fully virtual meeting, conducted before the widespread distribution of COVID vaccines, centered on the monumental challenges confronted by UT institutions and higher education as a whole during the peak of the pandemic. Chancellor Milliken welcomed UT El Paso President Heather Wilson for a conversation about the experiences and obstacles encountered during her inaugural year as president at the West Texas campus.
Winter Meeting 2019: UT Dallas
Not just about STEM programs, UT Dallas provided the full spectrum of its educational offerings and research, including insights into the Callier Center, a global leader for treatment, training and research in communication disorders, and the Edith O’Donnell Institute, which uniquely explores the intersection between the visual arts, the sciences and technology.
Fall Meeting 2019: UT System (Austin)
Chancellor Milliken delved into the complexities of conducting national searches to find the perfect fit for the university presidency. And members gained legislative insights from Vice Chancellor for Governmental Relations Stacey Napier and learned about the UT System Police, the third-largest state law enforcement agency in Texas, from Director Michael J. Heidingsfield.
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