Robert H. McDonald

Senior Vice Provost and Director @UTLibraries

[Robert H. McDonald @mcdonald]

Excited to see this multi-part article about @utlibraries out. I love seeing the pneumatic tube system when I am over at the Life Sciences Library!

[UT Austin @UTAustin]

Hidden in the heart of the Main Building is one of the most historic spaces on campus. 📚

Built as the University's original library in 1934, the Life Science Library features soaring ceilings, intricate artwork and rooms designed to celebrate academia and Texas history.

Read more about its history here - https://t.co/JPvHrsjfjD

[Robert H. McDonald @mcdonald]

Excited to attend #EDU26!

This is THE event where higher ed professionals and technology providers gather to network, share ideas, grow professionally, and discover solutions to today's challenges.

Join me – save with early bird rates until July 28.
https://t.co/hrw6G5kcbh

[Robert H. McDonald @mcdonald]

Are you an advancement professional who has always wanted to work with a library or cultural heritage institution? Come join our team @utlibraries https://t.co/rg2eTmTunE

[Robert H. McDonald @mcdonald]

Join me and make your 40 for Forty gift today! Last few hours of our campaign #UT40for40 https://t.co/fXHgi9wI5f

[Robert H. McDonald @mcdonald]

Join me and make your 40 for Forty gift today! #UT40fo40 https://t.co/wKWdoasIi5 We are supporting our Open Educational Resources Fund!

[Robert H. McDonald @mcdonald]

I am excited to be on the @educause 2026 Annual Conference Program Committee. We are planning a great conference for Denver, CO this year and we are actively seeking peer reviewers for this year's conference. If you are interested please fill out the volunteer form for reviewers by March 13.

https://t.co/4xcY1qiZoQ

[Texas Longhorns @TexasLonghorns]

big guy: bowl edition 🤘

#HookEm

[Robert H. McDonald @mcdonald]

@PhilOnEdTech thanks for tracking this @PhilOnEdTech

[Robert H. McDonald @mcdonald]

A few more days of events to help you relax, recharge & finish the semester strong! Remember PCL Library is open 24/7 for all your study needs. #UTAustin #UTLibraries

[UT Student Affairs @UTexasStudents]

We’re in the home stretch, #Longhorns!

Last week of classes & finals are ahead. Check out these events to help you relax, recharge & finish the semester strong: https://t.co/AV4dAINCLC

#LivingTheLonghornLife #PuttingStudentsFirst

[Robert H. McDonald @mcdonald]

Thanks to everyone who signed up for my #braindate today at #SACSCOC25 on microcredentials in highered - we filled all the slots but there are plenty of other braindates to join before the end of the conference

https://t.co/vbYwqeYn5M

#microcredentials #highered #accreditation

[Robert H. McDonald @mcdonald]

Today is #GivingTuesday — a global celebration of giving & impact! Support our @utlibraries this holiday season and make an impact on our students for the future. @UTAustin #TexasLonghorns #StudentSuccess #Libraries
https://t.co/fpgYZ1mDUb

[UT Student Affairs @UTexasStudents]

Check out What's Ahead from the Division of Student Affairs – including festive events, flu shots, student leadership opportunities & live music: https://t.co/AV4dAIN4W4

#LivingTheLonghornLife #PuttingStudentsFirst

[UT Libraries @utlibraries]

Who owns our knowledge?

This Open Access Week, we’re spotlighting communities whose work and wisdom enrich Texas ScholarWorks — and the world.

Join us in exploring the power of sharing research, culture, and ideas openly.

🔗 https://t.co/med9dWhgVJ

#OAWeek #OpenAccess

[Robert H. McDonald @mcdonald]

View my verified achievement from @educause. https://t.co/SukpqDxIXx via @credly

[Robert H. McDonald @mcdonald]

In honor of today’s founding UT Austin in 1883, I wanted to post a link to our first stand alone library building, Battle Hall, recently renamed as the John S. Chase Architecture and Planning Library. https://t.co/YRSq8ZdIm1 designed by Cass Gilbert.

[Robert H. McDonald @mcdonald]

Excited for a new academic year and a new beginning at the @utlibraries #UTAustin #UTLibraries

[UT Libraries @utlibraries]

📚✨ A new semester, a new beginning.
We’re pleased to welcome Robert H. McDonald as Senior Vice Provost and Director of the University of Texas Libraries. In this short message, he shares his anticipation and vision for the future of UT Libraries.

[Robert H. McDonald @mcdonald]

Had a great time last night at our #LonghornWelcome #GameNight in PCL Library! Check out our other events happening this week.

https://t.co/E7cbVBROu9

📒 Zine Party (8/27)
🌱 Bibliogarden (8/28)
🎬 Minari Film Screening (8/29)

[Robert H. McDonald @mcdonald]

Excited to see all of our students back on campus today. We have a good slate of events all week to welcome our Longhorns back to Austin. #UTLibraries #UTAustin

[UT Libraries @utlibraries]

Welcome back, Longhorns!
The Libraries' Welcome Week is here! Join us for:
🎲 Game Night (8/25)
🎨 Islamic Art in the Foundry(8/26)
📒 Zine Party (8/27)
🌱 Bibliogarden (8/28)
🎬 Minari Film Screening (8/29)
Come kick off the year with us, and start building your community!

[UT Austin @UTAustin]

Postcards from the past 📬 🧡

[UT Austin @UTAustin]

Our campus color palette 🎨