This week, we hosted the Fall UT-City CoLab Workshop, bringing together collaborators from UT Austin and the City of Austin to share project progress, strengthen partnerships, and explore opportunities for collaboration. The workshop also featured an interactive storytelling activity focused on communicating research effectively and translating ideas into meaningful climate action for the Austin community. We’re excited to continue bridging academic research and local needs t
The UT-City CoLab recently hosted its Spring 2026 CoLab Workshop, bringing together collaborators from The University of Texas at Austin and the City of Austin for a day of collaboration, discussion, and shared learning. The workshop provided an opportunity for researchers, city staff, and project partners to strengthen connections between academic research and the City’s evolving needs. Throughout the day, attendees shared updates on ongoing CoLab projects, discussed emergin
The UT-City CoLab recently participated in Keep Austin Cool Day, hosted by Austin Public Health, joining community organizations, city partners, and residents in raising awareness about the growing impacts of extreme heat on Central Texas. Throughout the event, attendees learned about heat safety, available community resources, and practical ways to stay safe during Austin’s hottest months. The event also provided an opportunity for organizations working across public health,
