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UT Permian Basin 2026 Blogs

What happened at UT Permian Basin in 2026

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Where Creativity Meets Opportunity: Earning Your Bachelor of Arts in Art at UTPB

Apr 7, 2026 | Academics

Turn your creativity into a career with a Bachelor of Arts in Art at UTPB, where hands-on experience meets real-world opportunity. This dynamic program blends studio practice, critical thinking, and cultural exploration in a supportive, close-knit environment. With flexible pathways and career-ready skills, students graduate prepared to make their mark in the art world and beyond.

A UTPB grad student, Halimat Popoola, sitting on stairs in the on-campus library with a UTPB grad, Phillip Driscoll.

Inside UTPB’s Computer Science Program: Preparing Students for Careers in Tech

Mar 19, 2026 | Alumni



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How UTPB Helps First-Generation Students Find Their Place

Mar 18, 2026 | Why UTPB



Eric Baker lecturing in class while modeling how to use the AI Teaching Assistant.

How UTPB Professors Are Using AI to Transform the Classroom

Mar 18, 2026 | Faculty and Staff



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How to Become a Petroleum Engineer

Jan 28, 2026 | Academics

Discover how to launch a high-paying, high-impact career in petroleum engineering. Learn what petroleum engineers do, what it takes to succeed, and how UTPB prepares students for success in the heart of West Texas energy innovation.

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First 5 Program Helps Prepare Children for School

The University of Texas Permian Basin is stepping up to answer a critical need in the community – make sure all children are ready for school.

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