We are deeply saddened by the passing of Foundation Governor Diana “Dee Dee” Fuentes (1958–2026).
A scholarship recipient, Board member, and advocate for young journalists, she brought invaluable perspective to our Foundation.
Our heartfelt condolences to her family and the staff and the Board of IRE. She will be missed.
Applications now open for the 2026–27 Headliners Foundation Scholarships! Student journalists encouraged to apply. Deadline: March 6
Includes the Bess Whitehead Scott Scribes Scholarship for nontraditional students—working journalists & writers with 10+ years of experience pursuing academic or career advancement.
Apply now! https://t.co/bkYuXWhc4e
UT grad & former Headliners Scholar Ryan Chandler is now the newest national correspondent at NBC News — and we couldn’t be prouder!
Meet him at the Mike Quinn Awards Luncheon on Nov. 8.
Read more about his journey: https://t.co/vyWLS1gie1
Celebrate Texas journalism! 🗞️
Join us Nov. 8 for the 2025 Mike Quinn Awards Luncheon: “Papering the State: Hearst’s Expanding Role in Texas.”
Featuring editors from @statesman, @HoustonChron & @ExpressNews.
🎟️ Info & tickets: https://t.co/JaLFuXJkbc
2025 Lundquist Event Sets Attendance and Fundraising Records! Verne and special guest former New Orleans Saints quarterback Archie Manning treated a record crowd to an entertaining peek behind the scenes of their legendary careers
Individual tickets are now available! Join the Headliners Foundation on April 17 for an unforgettable evening with Verne Lundquist & Archie Manning. Hear behind-the-scenes stories from their legendary careers. Sponsorships still available! https://t.co/fqQR0Mr8SY
Verne and Archie will take the stage with behind-the-scenes stories from their legendary careers. Sponsorships are still available for this once-in-a-lifetime event. Purchase today! https://t.co/8aeTzOARi4
Please join the Headliners Foundation for our annual Evening with Verne Lundquist event on Thursday, April 17 -- featuring former New Orleans Saints star quarterback Archie Manning!