2020 UIW News


December

UIW Startup Challenge has First International Winner

12/14/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is excited to announce a team of three students from Universidad Incarnate Word Campus Bajío (UIW Campus Bajío) as the winners of the 2020 Startup Challenge and a $10,000 first prize, sponsored by HOLT Ventures.

UIW Lands Major Funding for Neurosciences

12/07/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce it has received a grant in the amount of $32, 992 from the Grass Foundation in support of Neuroscience education in the Biology and Engineering departments.

Sign of the Times Changes at 4119 Broadway

12/07/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) put its first permanent mark on the iconic building located at 4119 Broadway on November 23, 2020.

UIWtv Wins First-Ever Emmys

12/01/2020 Sourced from UIW News

For the first time ever, students from the University of the Incarnate Word’s UIWtv program have earned two awards from the Lone Star Emmy Educational Foundation.


November

UIW Names New Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

11/16/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce that Dr. Arturo Chávez has accepted the position of Associate Vice President for Mission & Ministry and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

UIW Dean Named Fulbright Scholar

11/10/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce that Dr. Timothy Wingert, dean of the Rosenberg School of Optometry, has been named a Fulbright Scholar to Poland by the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board which is overseen by the United States Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.


October

UIW Announces Fall Enrollment Class

10/12/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) has announced its census numbers for Fall of 2020 and, despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, there has been little change in enrollment and an upward trend over the past five years.

UIW School Receives National Award in Diversity

10/02/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) Feik School of Pharmacy (FSOP) received the 2020 Health Professions Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education.

UIW Expands Footprint at Brooks

10/02/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) has taken the next step toward the establishment of a major medical campus in the traditionally medically underserved community on the South Side of San Antonio.


September

UIW and Rust College Reach Historic Agreement

09/29/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) and Rust College have entered into a series of memorandums of understanding that will help pave the way for Rust College students to realize their dreams of a career in healthcare.

STEM Students Stay a Step Ahead at UIW

09/24/2020 Sourced from UIW News

Three summer STEM programs at the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) continued to help students stay ahead of their preparation programs amid the pandemic.

UIW Once Again Honored as Great College to Work For

09/15/2020 Sourced from UIW News

For the 12th consecutive year, the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) has been named one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, according to a survey sponsored by The Chronicle of Higher Education.

UIW and St. Edward’s University Reach Health-Changing Agreement

09/10/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) and St. Edward’s University in Austin have entered into a series of memorandums of understanding that will eventually benefit the health and safety of residents throughout Central and South Texas.

New Building. New Labs. New Future Nurses.

09/02/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to welcome its first cohort of Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) degree students in a new, interactive learning environment.


August

UIW Invests in Student Entrepreneurs Through Startup Challenge

08/24/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The H-E-B School of Business and Administration (HEBSBA) at the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is excited to host the annual Startup Challenge, sponsored by HOLT Ventures, as student entrepreneurs compete for $10,000 in startup funding.

UIW Dean Named to National Leadership Fellowship

08/18/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce that Dr. Denise Staudt, dean of the Dreeben School of Education, has been named an Impact Academy fellow for the Deans for Impact organization.

UIW Postpones Fall Competition

08/13/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word Athletics Department, out of an overwhelming concern for the health and safety of its student-athletes, staff and campus community, is postponing all competition for the Fall 2020.

UIW Receives Major Grant Funding for Research Projects

08/06/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is pleased to announce that the Department of Defense (DoD) has awarded two grants this summer totaling more than $1.2 million to two research projects in the School of Mathematics, Science and Engineering.


July

UIW Receives Major Grant Funding for Drone Project

07/08/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is pleased to announce that the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Army Research Office has awarded $643,759 to a research project led by Dr. Michael Frye, professor of Electrical Engineering in the School of Mathematics, Science and Engineering.


June

UIW Awarded Grants Totaling Nearly $6.5 Million

06/10/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce that it has received two grants totaling $6,464,793 from the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration.


May

UIW Ranked Among Tops in Online Psychology

05/20/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) has been ranked among the country’s Best Online Master’s in Psychology in the country coming in at No. 27.

UIW CARES Act Funding headed to Students

05/14/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) has announced it has already disbursed more than $2 million in funds from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act to more than 4,500 current eligible students.


April
04/30/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce it has received a major grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.

04/28/2020 Sourced from UIW News

Dr. Lila LaGrange has received several notable teaching awards, including the Provost’s Legacy Teaching Award in 2010, and the Feik School of Pharmacy Teacher of the Year Award (chosen by students) in 2007, 2011 and 2017.

04/23/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word is proud to announce it has received a $20,000 donation from Frost in support of the UIW Emergency Impact Fund.

UIW Students Sharing Joy One Postcard at a Time

04/17/2020 Sourced from UIW News

For most it is the kind of communication that is almost an afterthought. It’s a small message to family and friends during a scenic vacation or a quick save-the-date reminder for an important occasion.


March

UIW Selects New Academic and Financial Leaders

03/13/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce that, after a nationwide search and with the unanimous approval of the Board of Trustees, Dr. Barbara Aranda-Naranjo has been selected as Provost/Chief Academic Officer and Dr. Darrell Hayden has been selected as Chief Financial Officer/Vice President for Administrative Services.

Athletics Suspended at UIW

03/12/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word Athletics Department, in consideration of recent developments with COVID-19, has suspended all athletics-related activities until at least March 23, effective immediately, announced Interim Athletics Director Richard Duran.

UIW Nursing Ranked Among Tops in Texas

03/06/2020 Sourced from UIW News

For the second year in a row, the University of the Incarnate Word’s (UIW) Nursing Program has been ranked in the top 10 in the state of Texas by a national website.

Harp and Shamrock Society Honors UIW Professor

03/03/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The Harp and Shamrock Society of Texas has honored University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) Associate Professor Dr. Gerald Mulvey with its Cusack Family Award.


February
02/24/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word has announced that it has started its national search for the position of UIW athletic director.

UIW Set to begin Lenten Season

02/24/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word would like to welcome you to begin the season in prayer by participating in any of our Ash Wednesday services.

UIW set to host Girls Global Summit

02/12/2020 Sourced from UIW News

Teams of school-age girls will lead a FREE, half-day program to explore that question, Women’s Global Connection (WGC) is celebrating its 8th Annual Girls Global Summit on Saturday, Feb.15 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Rosenberg Sky Room at the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) – Broadway Campus.

VITA Returns to UIW

02/04/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is once again proud to offer the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program to qualifying households.


January

UIW Set to Celebrate Black History Month

01/27/2020 Sourced from UIW News

From a distinguished alum to an open mic for future alums, the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is set to host several events during January and February in celebration of Black History Month.

UIW Recognized by National Resource

01/23/2020 Sourced from UIW News

UIW has been recognized for its MBA program, it’s grad school programs, and its effort to help students finish college by the website Abound.College. Austin-based Abound is a national college guidance system for degree-seeking adults. Its goal is to help students find the best place to earn an undergraduate degree, graduate degree, nursing degree or MBA.

UIW Ranked Among Tops in Online Education

01/21/2020 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word has once again been ranked high in the nation when it comes to Best Online Bachelor’s Programs by U.S. News and World Report.