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  Dallas Art Fair to Begin New Era at SMU, Creating First-of-Its-Kind International Contemporary Art Fair on a University Campus

  An innovative collaboration between two major Dallas institutions, the 2027 edition will establish a new platform for ambitious gallery presentations, expanded programming and deeper engagement with international and local galleries, artists, collectors and ideas.

  October 29, 2026

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  Where excellence meets opportunity

  A $5 million gift from Brian S. Tyler and Kristen M. Tyler will establish three funds to support SMU excellence in economics, the fine arts and athletics.

  October 30, 2026

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  Figure 3: From left, J.C. Chiao, James Grimsley, Deputy Commerce Secretary Paul M. Dabbar, Suku Nair and Jennifer Dworak attend the event announcing that the SMU-led Texoma Semiconductor Tech Hub will receive nearly $29 million, including $24 million from the U.S. Department of Commerce.

  SMU-led Texoma Semiconductor Tech Hub to receive $29 million to advance semiconductor innovation

  Investment includes $24 million from the U.S. Department of Commerce to expand semiconductor infrastructure, workforce development and commercialization across North Texas and southern Oklahoma.

  October 23, 2026