100. The Future of UTSA with President Taylor Eighmy: Merger, Expansion, & Big Plans for San Antonio

This week’s episode of bigcitysmalltown explores how UTSA is rapidly evolving into a top public research university—and what this means for San Antonio’s future. With its confirmed merger with UT Health San Antonio now in progress, UTSA is making bold moves to expand its research capabilities, attract top-tier faculty, and position itself among the nation’s leading public universities. But what does this transformation mean for students, the local economy, and the broader San Antonio community? Bob sits down with Dr. Taylor Eighmy, President of the University of Texas at San Antonio, to discuss the university’s ambitious vision, its growing impact, and what’s next as UTSA cements its place as a Tier One research institution. They discuss: The UTSA-UT Health merger—what it means for research, healthcare, and students UTSA’s rise as a major research powerhouse and its long-term vision The university’s role in shaping San Antonio’s workforce and economic future How investment in higher education strengthens Texas’ innovation economy With San Antonio’s future tied to the success of its universities, this episode offers a timely look at higher education, economic development, and what’s next for UTSA. -- --  ✉️ Subscribe to Bob's Newsletter 📝 Resources & Show Notes -- --  RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE ▶️  #98. Public School Funding in Texas: What San Antonio's Business Leaders Want Lawmakers to Fix - This episode of bigcitysmalltown dives into the urgent conversation surrounding public school funding in Texas. With schools in the San Antonio region reaching a financial breaking point, business leaders are stepping in to advocate for change. -- --  CONNECT 📸 Connect on Instagram 🔗 Join us on LinkedIn 🎥 Subscribe on YouTube SPONSORS 🙌 Support the show & see our sponsors THANK YOU ⭐ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts ⭐ Rate us on Spotify