We are deeply affected by the horrific action that has caused unspeakable grief and trauma for families throughout Austin, including our UT students and their friends. 

We offer profound gratitude to APD, UTPD, and all City of Austin and Travis County EMS and first responders who acted quickly and likely saved the lives of many more innocent individuals. 

We offer our full support to President Davis and the entire UT Austin community as everyone works to provide assistance to students and families facing the most difficult days of their lives. We pray for all of them. 

Please see the letter from President Davis below.

Kevin P. Eltife 
Chairman, UT System Board of Regents

John M. Zerwas, MD 
UT System Chancellor

Dear Longhorns, 

Today is a difficult day for our city and the University. We are deeply saddened by the tragedy that occurred early this morning in downtown Austin. Our prayers are with the victims and all those impacted, including members of our Longhorn family, and my heart goes out to their families, friends, classmates, professors, and loved ones. 

I want to express my gratitude to the first responders and medical teams whose actions helped protect and save lives. I also want to thank the dedicated counselors and staff members in our Dean of Students Office who have been communicating with families and students, visiting those injured in hospitals, and providing care and support throughout the day. 

If you have been impacted, we are here for you. Please contact the 24/7 UT crisis line at 512- 471-2255 or TimelyCare, which is also available 24/7. Student Outreach and Support is available for student support at 512-471-5017, and the Counseling and Mental Health Center is open from Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm for mental health support. 

As Longhorns, we feel this pain together. I encourage everyone to reach out to one another and give support to those who may be struggling. Thank you for all you do for our great University.

Sincerely,

Jim Davis 
President