
UT San Antonio Renames Research Office to Reflect Expanded Innovation Mission
March 19, 2026
The newly merged UT San Antonio signals a bold new era — one defined by collaboration, ambition and a drive for excellence. To better reflect this broader vision to inspire groundbreaking discoveries and nurture creative solutions, the Office of Research has been renamed the Office for Research and Innovation. Moving forward, the Office of the Vice President for Research will be referred to as the Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation.
This transformation empowers faculty, staff, students and our partners to shape the future, advance knowledge and drive progress. By fostering collaboration and innovation, UT San Antonio is committed to creating solutions that benefit the broader community — by making lives better, strengthening partnerships and fueling economic and social growth throughout South Texas, the region and the world.