As many of us prepare to take time away from work, I want to acknowledge and thank colleagues who continue to support our campus operations throughout the winter break. You are appreciated!
Please note: Our January UT Staff Council General Meeting is canceled.
News and Additional Opportunities
1) Green Fund Grant Award Colleagues in the Office of Sustainability encourage you to apply for a 2026-27 Green Fund Grant Award. The Green Fund is a competitive grant program that funds environmental services, projects and research at UT Austin and affiliated locations. For additional information and links to the application and a list of past rewards, visit the Green Fund website. Application deadline: February 11, 2026.
2) mindful UT Colleagues in the Counseling and Mental Health Center and the Longhorn Wellness Center develop and support a range of programs and opportunities that promote health and well‑being across our campus community. Details are found on the Mindfulness Resources website.
3) Learning and Development Colleagues in Learning & Development are here to support your professional growth with their curated collection of tools, courses, and on‑demand resources designed to help you thrive in your career. Explore everything from leadership development to everyday skill‑building via the Learning & Development Resources website.
Please feel free to reach out to any of the Staff Council Officers if you ever have questions or concerns. You can also submit an issue for Staff Council to research via our 'Submit an Issue' link found at the top of the Staff Council web page at https://staffcouncil.utexas.edu. Issues may be submitted anonymously.
Brian Winkelmann UT Staff Council Chair, 2025-2026
