Academic Innovation is your launchpad for bold ideas in teaching, technology and virtual learning. We bring together experts to help you explore what’s possible, try new approaches and create exceptional experiences for students and faculty alike. Whether you're building your first online course or rethinking how learning happens, we’re your partner in making it real.
Explore Academic Innovation
Each office in the division of Academic Innovation plays a vital role in the university's innovation ecosystem, helping to transform the way we work, learn and discover.
UTSA PaCE
The university's official continuing education provider for South Central Texas.
Teaching, Learning and Digital Transformation
Crafting transformative teaching and learning experiences with students and faculty.
Video Production
Capturing stories of creativity and discovery to share and inspire.
Strategic Initiatives
Tying together innovative efforts and spearheading collaborative projects.
Innovation's initiatives
Discover how UTSA is leading bold, future-focused work in digital creativity, artificial intelligence, student success, and accessible learning. Explore the initiatives shaping what’s next!
Spotlight: Generative Artificial Intelligence
Explore how UTSA is shaping the future of education with AI—discover innovation, student impact, and global collaboration.
On-demand faculty support
Whether you're updating a syllabus, exploring AI tools or setting up your course shell, we've got step-by-step guides to help you move forward with confidence. Easy answers, smart tools and just-in-time support—ready when you need them!
How students shape our work
At UTSA, the student voice doesn’t just echo—it shapes how we teach, design and grow. Across Academic Innovation, we collaborate with students to co-create experiences that reflect real needs, emerging trends and bold ideas. From sharing feedback on AI tools to helping design more accessible learning spaces, students are essential partners in building the future of higher education.
Around Innovation: The Latest News
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May 13, 2025
UTSA unveils Fall 2025 creative challenge with cosmic partnerPublished by Teaching, Learning and Digital Transformation
UTSA is launching a cross-disciplinary challenge this fall to showcase student innovation and creativity using digital tools, in partnership with a world-renowned organization, to be announced in Summer 2025.
May 12, 2025
Student Spotlight: Roger Ruiz, Communication ’25Published by UTSA Online
It’s been a dream career-come true for Roger Ruiz – one that now feels a little fuller as he has earned a bachelor’s degree in communications from UTSA’s 100% online degree program.
May 12, 2025
Aman Lalani '25 finds his voice at UTSA through mentorshipPublished by TLDT
Discover how Aman Lalani transformed his college experience at UTSA through peer mentorship, academic innovation, and community engagement, paving the way for a promising career in public health.
