Regents to Recognize Teaching Excellence, Incentivize Commercialization
$15 Million Programs to Augment Other UT System Initiatives
The UT System Board of Regents set aside $15 million to incentivize outstanding teaching and commercialization efforts. The investment will continue to enhance excellence within the UT System while also contributing to the Texas economy.
AUSTIN – In a continued effort to enhance excellence at University of Texas System institutions and contribute to the Texas economy, the UT System Board of Regents today (Aug. 14) set aside $15 million to incentivize outstanding teaching and commercialization efforts.
The action was taken following discussions among the System’s presidents, System leadership and Regents concerning the importance of ensuring outstanding faculty performance in the classroom and the critical role research and technology transfer play in the economic development of Texas.
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