A Special Message from UIW President Thomas M. Evans, PhD
04/21/2025A special message from the university president to the community on the passing of Pope Francis.
Messages, Addresses and Writings
April
December
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year | A Message from President Evans
12/17/2024Dr. Evans shares a special video message for the UIW community in celebration of the Christmas season.
November
Thanksgiving Blessings | A Message from President Evans
11/27/2024In this season of thanks, Dr. Evans shares his gratitude for the UIW community and a special blessing for the season.
October
Inspiring a New Generation in Faith | A Message from President Evans
10/29/2024Dr. Evans announces that UIW has received a $1.25 million grant from Lilly Endowment, Inc. to support a new, innovative program called Artful Worship: Inspiring Children’s Faith Through the Catholic Imagination.
A Transformative Gift for a Transformative Moment | A Message from President Evans
10/03/2024President Evans announces a pledge of $5 million from the Elma Dill Russell Spencer Foundation, managed by the family of Jack Lewis III, former chair of our UIW Board of Trustees, to support the development and renovation of Founders Hall.
September
Founders Hall: First Look | A Message from President Evans
09/12/2024President Evans shares an initial look at the progress underway at Founders Hall, UIW's newest and largest renovation project to date.
August
Welcome to the Nest! | A Message from President Evans
08/26/2024President Evans shares a special video message welcoming the UIW community back to campus for the start of a successful 2024 - 2025 academic year.
Alumni: Welcome to the 2024-2025 Year!
08/06/2024Incarnate Word alumni receive a special welcome and a glimpse at an exciting academic year ahead from UIW President, Dr. Thomas M Evans.
July
Remembering Sr. Margaret Patrice Slattery, CCVI | A Message from President Evans
07/29/2024President Evans offers a thoughtful tribute to UIW President Emerita Sr. Margaret Patrice Slattery, CCVI on her passing.
June
A Special Message from UIW President Thomas M. Evans, PhD
06/11/2024Dr. Evans announces a transformative pledge from alumna, trustee and long-time member of the UIW family, Christie Cody and the establishment of the Christie Tucker Cody Endowed Scholarship in Honor of Dr. Keith Tucker.
May
A Special Message from UIW President Thomas M. Evans, PhD
05/16/2024Just after Spring 2024 commencement ceremonies, Dr. Evans shares his gratitude to students for undergoing their journeys at UIW and to faculty and staff for their contributions to student success.
April
A Special Message from UIW President Thomas M. Evans, PhD
04/12/2024Dr. Evans shares news of the passing of UIW friend Carlos Alvarez and shares his gratitude for his and his wife, Malú's, belief in the transformative power of education.
March
An Easter Message from UIW President Thomas M. Evans, PhD
03/28/2024Dr. Evans shares a message of gratitude and joy with the UIW community in celebration of the Easter season.
A Special Message from UIW President Thomas M. Evans, PhD
03/26/2024Dr. Evans proudly announces the creation of the López Scholars program thanks to a generous grant from the Hector and Gloria López Foundation.
A Spring Update from UIW President Thomas M. Evans, PhD
03/12/2024Dr. Thomas M. Evans provides the university community with an institutional update in Spring 2024.
February
Announcing Our New Strategic Planning Effort
02/22/2024President Evans announces the next steps in UIW’s new strategic planning effort toward the university's 150th anniversary in 2031.
December
President's Christmas 2023 Community Message
12/20/2023UIW President Dr. Thomas M. Evans wishes the UIW community a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
November
President's Thanksgiving 2023 Community Message
11/21/2023UIW President Dr. Thomas M. Evans shares his annual Thanksgiving message to the community.
August
President's Fall 2023 Welcome
08/21/2023UIW President Dr. Thomas M. Evans welcomes students, faculty and staff to a new academic year.
June
President's June 2023 Community Message
06/01/2023At the start of a busy and productive summer, UIW President Dr. Thomas M. Evans welcomes new leaders to our university community.
May
President's May 2023 Community Message
05/19/2023UIW proudly graduates more than 1,100 students in May. In a message to the community, President Evans shares his UIW pride and gratitude for another successful academic year.
March
President's Spring 2023 Community Message
03/14/2023UIW President Dr. Thomas M. Evans provides an institutional update to the university community and shares more about our priorities and focus on the future.
December
November
October
August
President's Fall 2022 Welcome
08/24/2022UIW President Dr. Thomas M. Evans Welcomes Cardinals to Fall 2022
July
UIW School of Osteopathic Medicine White Coat Ceremony 2022 President's Welcome
07/25/2022Dr. Thomas M. Evans welcomes all to the School of Osteopathic Medicine's annual white coat ceremony honoring first-year learners at the start of their medical education.
June
Juneteenth Celebration 2022 President's Welcome
06/21/2022Dr. Thomas M. Evans, UIW president, welcomes students, faculty, staff and community members to the University's second-annual Juneteenth celebration.
May
President's May 2022 Community Message
05/19/2022At the end of another successful academic year, Dr. Evans reflects on UIW's great purpose: to serve students and their great potential to live the Mission in the world.
UIW School of Physical Therapy Graduation Dinner and Awards 2022 President's Welcome
05/09/2022Dr. Thomas M. Evans, UIW president, welcomes all to the UIW School of Physical Therapy dinner and ceremony honoring the Class of 2022.
La Palabra Podcast Features President Evans
05/04/2022UIW President Dr. Thomas M. Evans sat down with Jorge Quintero, host of La Palabra, a podcast from the Ettling Center for Civic Leadership and Sustainability.
April
Dubuis Hall Reopening
04/15/2022Dr. Thomas M. Evans, president, addresses the audience during the reopening ceremony of UIW's historic Dubuis Hall.
A Special Easter Message from UIW President Thomas M. Evans, PhD
April 13, 2022In his annual Holy Week message, Dr. Evans reflects on the opportunity to makes room for others and follow Jesus' commandment to love one another as He loves us.
March
A Special Message from UIW President Thomas M. Evans, PhD
03/04/2022As we welcome spring, Dr. Evans shares a community update for students, faculty and staff outlining recent achievements and the many things yet to come.
February
Spotlight On: Thomas Evans, President of the University of the Incarnate Word
02/08/2022UIW President Dr. Thomas M. Evans is featured in the inaugural issue of Invest: SA, a new publication focusing on the San Antonio marketplace with a special emphasis on business, education and partnerships.
January
The Pursuit of Purpose: Thomas M. Evans, PhD
01/05/2022On this episode of The Pursuit of Purpose podcast, Dr. Thomas M. Evans shares his thoughts on leadership and higher education.
December
A Christmas Message from UIW President Thomas M. Evans, PhD
12/21/2021Dr. Evans shares a special video message of gratitude for another wonderful semester and best wishes for a joyous holiday season.
UIW Celebrates 100-Year Milestone
12/03/2021On Dec. 3, 1921, 100 years ago today, the cornerstone of the Columkille Administration Building was laid. We’ve continued building our amazing community ever since.
November
A Thanksgiving Message from UIW President Thomas M. Evans, PhD
11/23/2021As the Thanksgiving holiday nears, Dr. Evans shares a special message of thanks for all that the UIW community has accomplished and all that it is.
August
A Welcome Video Message from UIW President Thomas M. Evans, PhD
08/27/2021Welcome back to the Nest, Cardinals! A new academic year begins at UIW will a special video message from Dr. Evans.
June
5 Good Questions
06/23/2021Over an interview of five good questions, Dr. Arturo Chávez, associate vice president for Mission & Ministry and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, spoke about his journey, a life-long commitment to protecting, DEI and his goals moving forward.
Be the Change: UIW Business Professor Adesegun Oyedele Sets an Example for Global Collaboration
06/14/2021When it comes to UIW students' potential and the global university system that supports them, Dr. Adesegun Oyedele sees a world of possibilities.
April
In Praise of Great Teaching: Dr. Veronica Martinez Acosta
04/08/2021We have asked some members of UIW faculty to share their experiences from the past year. In this installment, we hear from Dr. Veronica Martinez Acosta, professor of Biology.
In Praise of Great Teaching: Dr. Tanja Stampfl
04/08/2021We have asked some members of UIW faculty to share their experiences from the past year. In this installment, we hear from Dr. Tanja Stampfl, professor of English.
In Praise of Great Teaching: Dr. Christopher Edelman
04/08/2021We have asked some members of UIW faculty to share their experiences from the past year. In this installment, we hear from Dr. Chris Edelman, associate professor of Philosophy.
In Praise of Great Teaching: Dr. Amy Crocker
04/08/2021We have asked some members of UIW faculty to share their experiences from the past year. In this installment, we hear from Dr. Amy Crocker in the School of Physical Therapy.
In Praise of Great Teaching: Adam Watkins
04/08/2021We have asked some members of UIW faculty to share their experiences from the past year. In this installment, we hear from Adam Watkins, professor of 3D Animation and Game Design.
In Praise of Great Teaching
04/08/2021
February
Part of Something Bigger
February 24, 2021Dr. Evans interviews Rami Alattar, student doctor and UIWSOM ’21, on his journey to medical residency at the Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and what drew him to military medicine.
Let’s Invest in Student Well-Being
February 24, 2021A year after the pandemic changed the way we live and learn, we take a closer look at its impact on student well-being and why it is more critical than ever to reach them at their core.
Service is Transformational
February 24, 2021Partnerships between UIW and San Antonio’s Society of St. Vincent de Paul make a lasting difference – on the people they serve and the people who serve.
January
Why Mission Matters
01/06/2021As a faith community, the University of the Incarnate Word has moved toward the unknown of a global pandemic step by uncertain step, guided by one though line — our Mission. And while we remain far from seeing our way completely clear of this crisis, today we stand stronger, together thanks to a Mission that took root more than 150 years ago.
Seeing God in the Every Day of Change
01/06/2021Q/A with Sr. Walter Maher, CCVI, vice president for Mission & Ministry
Measuring Mission
01/06/2021As the largest Catholic university and the largest private Hispanic-Serving Institution in Texas, University of the Incarnate Word knows that many students, faculty and partners choose UIW for its strong sense of Mission.