The purpose of this organization is to unite alumni, ex-students and interested friends for the promotion, advancement and welfare of Huston-Tillotson University.

 

     Huston-Tillotson University is affiliated with The United Methodist Church, the United Church of Christ, and the United Negro College Fund (UNCF). HT, in Austin, is a coeducational college of liberal arts and sciences, operating jointly under the auspices of the American Missionary Association of the United Church of Christ, and the Board of Education of The United Methodist Church. Huston-Tillotson College officially changed its name to Huston-Tillotson University on February 28, 2005.

 

     Huston-Tillotson College was formed by the merger of Samuel Huston College (1876) and Tillotson College (1875), which was effective on October 24, 1952. Huston-Tillotson College remained primarily a black college after the merger, although there were no restrictions as to race.

 

     Huston-Tillotson University awards undergraduates, four year degrees in business, education, the humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, science and technology. A multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, and multi-faith institution, the University welcomes students of all ages, races, and religions.

 

    Membership Dues are a donation of $50. The $50 includes both national ($35) and local ($15) dues.  Make checks payable to Dallas Chapter HT Alumni.  P.O. BOX 764742, Dallas, TX 75376.