Incoming students can prepare to live the Longhorn life with these Division programs during Longhorn Orientation.
The Division of Student Affairs is the hub of student life and well-being at The University of Texas at Austin. The team inspires all students — undergraduate, graduate and professional — to live the Longhorn life through its uniquely-designed programs, spaces and resources. They serve every student through physical health, mental health and well-being services; recreational sports; two university unions; family orientation and the University’s official parent association. The Division supports 1,100+ student organizations; student governance organizations; student outreach, legal, and disability and access services. The team also provides student employment; leadership, first generation and volunteer programs.
About Us
Explore our intentionally-designed, student-focused programs, spaces and resources created by our departments.
Meet the Vice President
John Dalton is leading the Division where he began his UT Austin career 25 years ago.
Top Stories
President’s Staff Awards
Find out why these three Division colleagues who help create the one and only Longhorn experience received the Outstanding Staff Award.
Student Employee of the Year Award
Meet the three Division student employees making valuable contributions to our teams and being celebrated as award finalists.
Arno Nowotny Medal
Learn why this campus planning and facilities management leader who began his career in student affairs is receiving this top honor for a retired Division staff member.
Spring 2025 Recap Reel
Recap an action-packed spring semester of unifying events for all of our Longhorns.
Strategic Planning
2022-2027 Strategic Priorities
The Division's five strategic priorities will guide the team in influencing our students in living the Longhorn life.
Change Starts Here
Take a look at the University's 10-year strategic plan to increase impact.