STEM Students Stay a Step Ahead at UIW
09/24/2020Three summer STEM programs at the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) continued to help students stay ahead of their preparation programs amid the pandemic.
2020 UIW News
September
UIW Once Again Honored as Great College to Work For
09/15/2020For 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
09/10/2020The 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.
09/02/2020The 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
08/24/2020The 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 Set to Receive Nearly $1.4 Million in Federal Grants
08/20/2020The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce that it has received $1,399,075 in federal grants from the TRIO Students Support Services (SSS) program.
UIW Dean Named to National Leadership Fellowship
08/18/2020The 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
08/13/2020The 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
08/06/2020The 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 Set to Take Part in Virtual Career Expo
07/23/2020The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to take part in the Greater San Antonio Virtual Career Expo.
UIW Receives Major Grant Funding for Drone Project
07/08/2020The 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 Names New Dean for Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing and Health Professions
06/18/2020The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce that Dr. Holly Cassells has been selected and elevated to the post of dean for the Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing and Health Professions.
UIW Proud to Help Celebrate First Graduates from New High-Tech Program
06/11/2020The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW), in partnership with Appddiction Studio, is proud to announce the inaugural graduates of the new high-tech CodeBound program.
UIW Awarded Grants Totaling Nearly $6.5 Million
06/10/2020The 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
In Solidarity – A Message from Sr. Walter Maher, CCVI, Vice President of University Mission & Ministry
05/31/2020A special message from Sr. Walter Maher, CCVI
UIW Ranked Among Tops in Online Psychology
05/20/2020The 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 Pharmacy Program Ranked Among Tops In Nation in Online Rankings
05/18/2020The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) Feik School of Pharmacy has been ranked No. 2 in the nation by the online publication GradReports.com.
TeleHealth takes Center-Stage at UIW as New Healthcare Norm
05/15/2020As a second-year student at the University of the Incarnate Word’s School of Osteopathic Medicine, TJ Counce is learning all there is to know about the “hands-on” approach to treating patients.
UIW CARES Act Funding headed to Students
05/14/2020The 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
UIW Receives Major Health Grant
04/30/2020The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce it has received a major grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
Award-Winning Pharmacy Professor Adapts to New Teaching Normal
04/28/2020Dr. 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.
UIW Emergency Impact Fund Receives Major Donation
04/23/2020The 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
04/17/2020For 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
03/13/2020The 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
03/12/2020The 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
03/06/2020For 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
03/03/2020The 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
University of the Incarnate Word set to Celebrate Women’s History Month
02/27/2020Highlighted by an award-winning author, a wellness fair, and a day of community service, the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is set to celebrate Women’s History Month.
UIW Set to Raise the Bar on Athletic Training Program
02/25/2020The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is taking a major step in enhancing and elevating the degree offering for students in its Athletic Training Education program.
UIW Set to begin Lenten Season
02/24/2020
UIW Begins Search for Athletic Director
02/24/2020The University of the Incarnate Word has announced that it has started its national search for the position of UIW athletic director.
UIW Grad Floats New Idea to Change Old Money Lending Model
02/19/2020When Josh Sanchez first crossed paths with the University of the Incarnate Word he had his sights set on a future in business.
UIW and Orbis Education to Launch Accelerated Nursing Degree Program
February 17, 2020
UIW set to host Girls Global Summit
02/12/2020
UIW SOM Gets Multi-Million Dollar Funding for Residency Programs
February 6, 2020The University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine (UIWSOM) was awarded $10.875 million in grant funds by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) on January 31, 2020.
VITA Returns to UIW
February 4, 2020The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is once again proud to offer the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program to qualifying households.
January
Contemporary Art Month Comes to UIW with “Songs of Continuity”
January 31, 2020
The Bible and Migration: Are there Lessons to be Learned?
January 29, 2020
UIW Set to Celebrate Black History Month
January 27, 2020
UIW Ranked Among Tops in Online Education
January 21, 2020The 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.
