Schools’ Merger Brings Arts, Humanities, Technology Together

The School of Arts and Humanities (A&H) and the School of Arts, Technology, and Emerging Communication (ATEC) combined in fall 2022 to form one larger school – the School of Arts, Humanities, and Technology (AHT).

“The idea behind this move is to have a strong, single academic presence for the arts at UT Dallas,” said Dr. Inga H. Musselman, provost, vice president for academic affairs and the Cecil H. Green Distinguished Chair of Academic Leadership. “I’m very excited about this. It’s a good step for the University.”

Musselman said the reorganization brings A&H and ATEC together, positioned to take advantage of UTD’s future arts and performance complex — the Edith and Peter O’Donnell Jr. Athenaeum.

“The two united and complementary schools will forge a new path for excellence, innovation and growth in the arts. Their combined strength will enhance the student experience, advance research and support the mission of our arts, humanities, technology and communication programs. Existing degree programs and curriculum will remain the same, although faculty can work together to propose changes,” she said.

In fall 2021, A&H and ATEC had a combined enrollment of approximately 2,100 students in their degree programs, including 103 master’s students and nearly 200 PhD candidates.

– Phil Roth