UTSA to celebrate major milestones, 40 years ago today

At the Alamo in 1969, Gov. Preston Smith (right) signs thelegislative bill to create UTSA. He signs the bill on the back of its sponsor, Rep. Frank Lombardino.

UTSA to celebrate major milestonesBy Lorna Stafford
Development Communications Coordinator, Office of the Vice President for University Advancement

This Friday, June 5th, marks an historic event in San Antonio. Forty years ago on this date, the city's first public four-year university was established.

The University of Texas at San Antonio was officially given the green light for creation through a bill signed by Gov. Preston Smith in 1969. The historic signing took place in front of the Alamo, where Smith signed his name to the legislation using the back of its creator, Rep. Frank Lombardino, as a writing board.

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