Welcome to the University of Texas of the Permian Basin. This is an exciting university in the heart of West Texas. UT Permian Basin is committed to a quality education for all its students, to providing degree programs that serve the needs of Texas and beyond, and to supporting and assisting with the economic development and diversification of this region. Our programs and faculty are committed to research and service that is grounded in the region.

One of UT Permian Basin's premier program's is the John Ben Shepperd Public Leadership Institute, which offers seminars, training and research on public leadership all over Texas. Nationally recognized, the Institute also offers a BA degree in Leadership Studies.

As you review our Web site, you'll find a state-of-the art library lecture center, a new, world-class visual arts complex and a newly completed student center. The addition of buildings and programs expresses UT Permian Basin's commitment to Texas and its students. Check out our sports programs. In Fall 2001, we began our first season with women's soccer. Fall 2002, we started competition with men's and women's basketball, and in Fall 2003 men's and women's swimming will begin. In the 2004-2005 season, men's baseball will inaugurate intercollegiate competition.

Whether you're in West Texas or the other side of the world, the university offers an outstanding, award winning distance education program. In August 2001, the University of Texas TeleCampus awarded UT Permian Basin its award for commitment to excellence. In 2002, UT Permian Basin won the US Distance Learning Associations outstanding program, and in 2002-2003, Dr. Lois Hale was awarded the Excellence in Teaching Award by the UT TeleCampus.

We are growing our student housing by leaps and bounds. By Fall 2004, UT Permian Basin will add six apartment-style buildings and a club house serving 198 additional residents of campus. UT Permian Basin offers a rich variety of education opportunities, including on campus, on the Web and through our interactive television system.

This is an exciting time to be at the University of Texas of the Permian Basin. Come join us.