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  • In a “defining moment for Dallas College.," the planned next-gen transformation of the historic El Centro campus along downtown Dallas' Austin Street corridor "allows f...

  • Joining a peer cohort with members from 23 countries around the world, the University of North Texas said it will focus on "reimagining the future of the public research ...

  • “Most universities have athletics, and many universities have research, but few intentionally bring those worlds together,” said TCU's Reuben F. Burch V, who founded ...

  • CFT said the new funding will help improve student outcomes by reducing absenteeism, connecting under resourced youth to opportunities and support, and improving access t...

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Calendar: Not-to-Miss Events for Innovators in Dallas-Fort Worth

North Texas has plenty to see, hear, and watch. Here are our editors' picks. Plus, you'll find more selections to "save the date."
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Dallas College and Matthews Developing ‘College of the Future’ on Downtown Campus
by | Jun 25, 2026
In a “defining moment for Dallas College.," the planned next-gen transformation of the historic El Centro campus along downtown Dallas' Austin Street corridor "allows for a bold vision linking culture, commerce, transit, and education in one place," Dallas College said.
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Communities Foundation of Texas Announces Over $10M in Grants to Advance Education in North Texas
by | Jun 25, 2026
CFT said the new funding will help improve student outcomes by reducing absenteeism, connecting under resourced youth to opportunities and support, and improving access to high-quality education and workforce pathways. 
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TCU’s Roach Institute of Athlete Engineering Launches With $10M Foundation Gift

by | Jun 18, 2026
“Most universities have athletics, and many universities have research, but few intentionally bring those worlds together,” said TCU's Reuben F. Burch V, who founded the discipline of Athlete Engineering. “We view athletes as people first and believe the lessons we learn through research can improve lives far beyond the playing field.”
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UNT Selected as One of 49 ‘Proven Innovator’ Institutions for Inaugural Innovation Sandbox
by | Jun 16, 2026
Joining a peer cohort with members from 23 countries around the world, the University of North Texas said it will focus on "reimagining the future of the public research university" by concentrating on academic restructuring and integrating interdisciplinary experiential learning throughout the curriculum.  
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The D.O.C.’s Dreams Experience Academy Expands Creative & Tech Training to 3 North Texas Schools
by | Jun 10, 2026
Dallas native and Grammy-winning hip-hop legend Tracy “The D.O.C.” Curry co-founded the academy, which equips students in grades 7-12 with hands-on experience in game design, music production, the creator economy, and AI-powered software.
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Patented: RedCritter’s Off-Chain NFT Distribution for Schools and More North Texas Inventive Activity
Dallas-Fort Worth ranked No. 11 for patent activity out of 250 metros for the week of May 19 with a total of 129 patents granted.
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