The University of Texas at Austin
Cockrell School of Engineering

Gone to Texas!

Gone to Texas logo

"Gone to Texas!" is the fall University-wide kick-off event for all new students to the University of Texas at Austin.

Gone To Texas

Gone to Texas celebrates the diversity of the University and welcomes students to campus. Prior to the University program, the Office of Student Life and the Student Engineering Council hosts a gathering for all new CSE students.

Fall 2009 -- Tuesday, August 25th
4:30 - 8:15 pm - Engineering Fall Gathering
RSVP Requested (form on Engineering Fall Gathering page)
8:30 pm - Main Gone to Texas Event
South side of the Tower


You say you don't know the origin of GTT?

Over 100 years ago, as adventurers pulled up stakes seeking a fresh start, three letters etched on old homestead doors revealed their destination...

GTT...  Gone To Texas!

Join other students for the GTT celebration on the evening before fall classes begin.  There are many opportunities presented for you.

Begin your new student experience with the Cockrell School of Engineering Fall Gathering.  Then, follow along to the foot of the Tower, the site of your future Commencement.  Join us for this Texas-size welcome!  And, as you head out the door, let 'em know you've ...

GONE TO TEXAS!