Events
Explore events and happenings in the College of Natural Sciences.
Feb
27
2026
iSchool Research Showcase 2026
This year’s sessions highlight the interdisciplinary and forward‑looking research taking place across the iSchool.
8:30 am – 12:00 pm • In Person
Feb
27
2026
Natural Sciences Week 2026: Day of Service
Make an impact at Day of Service! Clean up Waller Creek, volunteer at a children’s home and more—sign up, give back and be part of something meaningful.
10:00 am – 5:00 pm • In Person
Feb
27
2026
Moonshot Ideas for AI and Robotics in Dementia Prevention and Care
Hear from experts in AI, robotics and aging who together are leveraging cutting-edge technologies to shape the future of healthy aging.
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm • Hybrid
Feb
27
2026
The Science of Modern and Contemporary Public Art Preservation: A Walking Tour
Explore conservation practices used to maintain select works from Landmarks’ collection, many inspired by STEM and the natural world.
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm • In Person
Feb
27
2026
Public Star Party on UT Campus
Join the astronomy department for a free public viewing at the Painter Hall telescope.
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm • In Person
Feb
28
2026
2026 STEM Girl Day at UT Austin
STEM Girl Day at UT Austin, presented by Women in STEM (WiSTEM), is a free on-campus event for K-8th grade students and their families to explore STEM. All genders are welcome!
11:00 am – 4:00 pm • In Person
Feb
28
2026
Public Star Party on UT Campus
Join the astronomy department for a free public viewing at the Painter Hall telescope.
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm • In Person
Mar
1
2026
Science Activity Fair and Plant Biology Talk at the Wildflower Center
Enjoy a hands-on science activity fair for all ages, followed by an exploration of how Indigenous knowledge and ecological science come together at the 2026 Jean Andrews Plant Biology celebration.
11:30 am – 3:00 pm • In Person
Mar
3
2026
Careers, Learning and Development
Stellar Speaker Series: Blake Settle
The Stellar Speaker Series spotlights professionals who have leveraged their scientific backgrounds to build meaningful careers beyond traditional paths like medical or graduate school.
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm • In Person
Mar
4
2026
Reimagining Work in the Age of AI Agents
Explore AI & robotics innovations, ethics and the future of intelligent systems in the workplace with leading experts from industry and academia at this panel during a Texas symposium on responsible AI, machine learning and robotics.
9:45 am – 10:45 am • In Person