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UT Reports Record Hispanic Enrollment

The University of Texas at Austin reports that its Hispanic enrollment has hit a record high this year. Nathan Bernier of KUT News has a closer look at the figures and what they mean for the state’s efforts to close achievement gaps.

by Nathan Bernier, KUT News

The University of Texas at Austin.
Credit: Muliadi Soenaryo

The University of Texas at Austin reports that its Hispanic enrollment has hit a record high this year. Nathan Bernier of KUT News has a closer look at the figures and what they mean for the state’s efforts to close achievement gaps.

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Nathan Bernier

KUT NEWS

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