Great Conversations
Monday, February 24, 2025
Shirley Bird Perry Ballroom, Texas Union
The University of Texas at Austin campus
2308 Whitis Avenue, Austin, Texas 78712
The Kleins are well-known for the breadth and depth of their support for UT, from contributing signature pieces to the Blanton Museum of Art, to endowing scholarships and programs at the College of Education, to supporting the Harry Ransom Center, the Forty Acres Scholars, the School of Nursing, the Butler School of Music, and UT Press. But perhaps the most noteworthy story about their support for UT is this: they moved to Austin twenty years ago so they could give more of their time to the University. Jeanne has served as a member of the College of Education’s Advisory Council for over thirty years, and is working with the College on a program to address teacher attrition and retention in Texas schools. Mickey served as Chairman of the Board of UT Press, serves on the Ambassador’s Council of the Briscoe Center for American History, and has been a fixture at UT Elementary School, teaching and mentoring the students there.
CORPORATE CITIZENSHIP AWARD
Dell Technologies
This year marks the 40th anniversary of Michael Dell starting his namesake company in a University of Texas at Austin dorm room. Dell Technologies grew to become a leader in job creation, investment and innovation, powering the economy of the Austin region and establishing Texas as a technology powerhouse. As the company evolved, it has led the way in using the power of technology to advance digital inclusion, transform lives through new opportunities, and ensure sustainability is a top priority. Now, Dell is accelerating the adoption of AI with their client, services, and infrastructure solutions. Dell Technologies has invested more than $100 million in UT Austin since its first gift in 1985. Dell’s support and technology has enabled world-changing discoveries and research, equipped students with programs and mentors that prepare them for a digital world, and empowered educators to explore new pathways for learning and education.
2024 SPONSORS
PLATINUM
Carlos Zaffirini
H-E-B
ANNIVERSARY
CPS Energy
Janie and Cappy McGarr
Linda Moore
Lower Colorado River Authority
Rodney and Cristie Schlosser
GOLD
AT&T
Texans for Lawsuit Reform