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The McCombs Department of Finance at The University of Texas at Austin's Real Estate Finance and Investment Center.

05/27/2026

Earlier this spring, a group of our Emerging Leader Council members toured Q2 Stadium, home of ! It was a perfect Austin day to get a behind the scenes look and dive into the details behind the design. We love how so much effort went into showcasing our local businesses and fostering a sense of community in this stunning stadium.

Emerging Leaders Council level is comprised of recent UT graduates working in commercial real estate, generally with up to five years industry experience. The Emerging Leaders Council provides opportunities to build professional connections and engage with the Real Estate Center early in one’s career.

For information about any membership level, please contact the Texas McCombs Real Estate Center.

05/08/2026

We’re so proud! 🎓 This is only the beginning of the journey ahead & we can’t wait to see what big these Longhorns bring! Hook’em! 🤘

05/07/2026

Last week, we welcomed over 300 Council Members, industry professionals, and guests to our Spring Real Estate Conference. We were truly inspired by the visionary spirit and selfless leadership of Patrick and Kathy Terry of . We received a candid assessment of our current economic landscape from the insightful Dr. Julia Coronado. Jim Davis, the President of UT Austin, provided us with updates on the real estate developments within the UT community. A panel of experts shared their insights on data centers, energy, and AI infrastructure, discussing the direction we’re heading. Our final panel explored the vision and next steps for the UT Medical Center and the surrounding communities. We finished out the conference with roundtable discussions & opportunities for our attendees to share their thoughts on relevant topics impacting the CRE industry.

A heartfelt thank you to all our speakers for generously sharing their expertise and time with us!

Energy & AI Infrastructure: Powering Growth in a Constrained World
Dr. Lin Ning, Chief Economist, Bureau of Economic Geology
John Parsons, Managing Director, Head of Data Center Development, Affinius Capital
Kassia Yanosek, Managing Director and Head of Financial Partnerships, Bechtel
Moderated by: Dilawar Syed, Professor, LBJ School of Public Affairs & McCombs School of Business

UT Medical Center: One Vision, Multiple Districts
Dr. Claudia Lucchinetti, Dean, Dell Medical School; Senior VP for Medical Affairs, UT Austin
Brent Stringfellow, Associate Vice President for Campus Operations and Planning, UT Austin
Kirk Watson, Mayor, City of Austin
Moderated by: Mandy Pope, Director, UT Real Estate Center

04/28/2026

RECS wrapped up the semester with a student meet-up at 415 Colorado, a Stonelake Capital Partners project in downtown Austin. It was a great opportunity for students interested in real estate to connect and close out the semester together!

RECS hosts student meet-ups every other Tuesday—see you next semester!

04/21/2026

Thinking about a career in Real Estate Development? Swipe to learn what development is, what you’ll do, and how to get started through the Real Estate Center.

Learn more through the link in our bio.

04/16/2026

The Texas McCombs Real Estate Center brought a group of its top students to Denver for a two-day trek focused on real estate finance, development, and investment.

Through a series of office visits, project tours, and networking events, students connected with a wide range of real estate firms—including investment managers, developers, and advisory groups—gaining firsthand exposure to the strategies and decisions driving the industry today.

Experiences like this bridge the gap between the classroom and real-world ex*****on, preparing students to step into the industry with confidence.

Thank you to each firm and professional who took the time to engage with our students and contribute to such a valuable experience.

Special Thanks to:

* Pennybacker Capital
* Abacus Capital Group
* Greystar
* CBRE
* Trammell Crow Company
* Ares Management
* Hines
* Asana Partners

04/14/2026

Hands-on experience and early insight. See how our students are exploring different paths across real estate and gaining meaningful exposure along the way.

If you’re a UT student interested in getting more involved with the Real Estate Center, click the link in our bio to learn more.

04/09/2026

McCombs Real Estate Center students Nicholas Fiertek, Sisir Nalamilli, Emerson Davis, Sebastian Lechin, and Teva Goldstein traveled to Toronto, Canada to compete in the URECC Case Competition. Representing Texas McCombs, the team developed and presented an innovative solution to a real-world development case alongside top universities from around the globe.

The competition provided valuable exposure, challenged their thinking, and showcased the strength of our students on an international stage. We’re proud of the hard work, creativity, and professionalism they brought to the competition. Hook ’em!

Interested in opportunities like this? Check Symplicity to get involved!

04/02/2026

Honored to host Bob Faith, Founder and CEO of Greystar, at the Texas McCombs Real Estate Center. A valuable conversation on scaling a global platform, the role of relationships in capital formation, and the importance of acting early in shifting market conditions.

Events like this give students direct access to leaders shaping the industry.

REC members: sign up for upcoming events on Symplicity. Not a member? Check out the link in our bio to get involved.

03/31/2026

April is almost here, and the Real Estate Center is stacked with events for our students! From career prep to industry events, there’s something for everyone looking to get involved and stay plugged in.

If you’re already in the Real Estate Center, head to Symplicity to sign up and get more details.

Not a member yet? If you’re interested in real estate and want to get involved, check out the link in our bio.

Let’s make April count, Longhorns!

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https://www.mccombs.utexas.edu/centers-and-initiatives/real-estate-center/

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