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Connecting the dots: The changes coming to UT Austin after demands from student-athletes

For now, UT officials said the school song will remain The Eyes of Texas.

AUSTIN, Texas — Changes are coming to the University of Texas campus. Campus leaders recently announced that in light of demands made by several student-athletes to address racial issues on campus, they will make some changes

Interim President Jay Hartzell announced that the school will increase recruiting of a more diverse group of students. UT Austin will also work to attract, retain and support a more diverse number of students as well as staff members and faculty members. 

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There are also changes coming to the athletic department that all Longhorn fans will notice soon. Bryan Mays connects the dots.

Joe Jamail Field at Darrell K Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium will be renamed for Earl Campbell and Ricky Williams. Campbell and Williams were Texas two Heisman trophy winners. Campbell in 1977 and Williams in 1998.

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The school will also commission a statue of Julius Whittier. Whittier was the first black letterman on the UT football team from 1970-1972. The school also plans to honor the first African American undergraduates at UT as well with a new monument on the campus' East Mall.

For now, UT officials said the school song will remain "The Eyes of Texas." 

WATCH: UT Austin announces changes in response to student-athletes' demands

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