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It has to drive John Sharp insane with jealousy that the new U.S. Army command is not only being located in Austin, but will be in the exact same U.T. building as the Regents' offices.

 

 


https://www.mystatesman.com/news/local/army-quality-life-tech-culture-helped-austin-land-futures-command/ZGcZQ6lVxkvLpInlDRSUyL/

Army: Quality of life, tech culture helped Austin land Futures Command

The same things — quality of life, innovation, civic support, higher education facilities – that have helped attract countless businesses to Austin also played a key role in the city landing the U.S. Army’s new Futures Command center.

The facility, which will ultimately employ 500 enlisted and civilian workers, is expected to be up and running by next summer.

Futures Command’s primary mission will be to conceive the Army of the future. It’s the Army’s first modernization effort in more than 40 years.

Austin had been one of five previously announced finalists for Futures Command, along with Boston, Minneapolis, Philadelphia and Raleigh, N.C. Ten additional cities, including Dallas and Houston, were cut earlier in the process.

The modernization effort is a top priority, Army officials said at a Friday morning news conference — so important that key personnel were already being rushed to Austin on Friday.

Army leaders said Austin stood above the other four finalists, checking off all the boxes on their wish list.

“The choice was very difficult, but we ultimately had to make the best choice for the U.S. Army,” Army Undersecretary Ryan McCarthy said. “We do not have time to build this ecosystem.”

A key task of Futures Command will be research and development of weapons and other equipment that America’s soldiers require.

“The establishment of the Army Futures Command is the best example of our commitment to the future readiness and lethality of the force,” Army Secretary Mark Esper said. “Army Futures Command will help fulfill the Army Vision by addressing the key shortcomings of the current acquisition system, providing unity of command, effort and purpose to the entire modernization enterprise.”

The city and state did not offer incentives to help land the facility, officials said, as is sometimes the case with major employers in the private sector.

The Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce was among those working to help seal the deal, answering questions and meeting with Army leaders during their visits to Austin in recent months.

“This is a major win for the Austin Mega Region,” said Phil Wilson, the chamber’s chairman. “It further reinforces our unique combination of resources — a deep talent base, innovative thinkers and high quality of life — that make the area so attractive.”

Futures Command appears bound for the University of Texas System building at 210 W. Seventh St. in downtown Austin. The UT System Board of Regents voted Friday to enter into negotiations with the Army for space in the 19-story UT System building, which was completed in 2017.

“The system is a very enthusiastic partner,” said Randa Safady, a spokeswoman for the system, adding that she is confident terms can be arranged.

While the facility will be in a UT System building and is expected to lean heavily on UT’s expertise and resources, rival Texas A&M University — a school with a rich military legacy — was quick to chime in with its support as well.

“The Texas A&M System is ready to support Army Futures Command,” Texas A&M University System Chancellor John Sharp said. “This is a great day for the state of Texas. Government and academic leaders came together to offer an unbeatable combination of talent and resources.”

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott was among several elected officials to applaud the Army’s decision Friday. Many cited the state’s already strong military presence — with facilities such as Camp Mabry, Fort Hood, Fort Bliss and Joint Base San Antonio, to name a few — as yet another key reason Futures Command landed here.

“The legacy of America’s freedom depends in part on the ability of our Armed Forces to remain at the forefront of technological advancement, expand our military’s power to assess threats and modernize our defense,” Abbott said. “The state of Texas is proud to partner with the U.S. Army in establishing the Futures Command to harness the cutting-edge technologies needed to build an innovative, research-based foundation for our national defense.”

Members of Texas’ congressional delegation said they’ve worked feverishly in recent months lobbying to land Futures Command. In one letter to Army leaders, obtained by the American-Statesman, nine U.S. representatives whose districts include portions of Central Texas sang the region’s praises.

“Austin is a renowned hub to a diverse and highly educated technology workforce, employing 130,000 in the high-tech sector,” the letter said, in part. “The city also hosts companies such as Google, Apple, Amazon, IBM, Texas Instruments, Facebook, Oracle, Dell and many others which are potential partners for the Army Futures Command. The command would also benefit from the hundreds of dynamic midsize and smaller startups that drive innovation and continue to grow each year.”

U.S. Rep. John Carter, R-Round Rock, was among those who signed the letter. He said Friday that he was “proud to have secured the last bit of funding necessary” to create Futures Command in Austin.

“As the command tasked with spearheading Army modernization projects and preparing for future conflict, the new Futures Command will serve a critical role in strengthening the security of our country and will be an economic driver for the Central Texas region,” Carter said. 

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4 hours ago, Noah Fence said:

So according to their own "logic," we can expect aggy to shut down their law school because I can assure you that this state does not need an aggy law school.  Anything they are doing there is  being down at other schools with better quality.

Clowns and fucktards need representation too.

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9 hours ago, Randolph Duke said:

It is beyond absurd (but clearly logical to aggy) to expect the same people who created the problem to solve the problem. The state’s economy needs more large animal vets. Sharp, etc al, didn’t see the problem as it was developing. Obviously, an additional perspective into managing the state’s veterinarian needs is called for. Texas needs the Tech vet school to motivate aggy leadership to get their shit together with respect to managing their vet school. 

Based on past actions, aggy seeing competition and the inability to compete usually runs away.  Wonder where they go this time?

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4 hours ago, Randolph Duke said:

While the facility will be in a UT System building and is expected to lean heavily on UT’s expertise and resources, rival Texas A&M University — a school with a rich military legacy — was quick to chime in with its support as well.

So....aggy was quick to "chime" in with its support.  Sharp needs to change his little girl pants.

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So....aggy was quick to "chime" in with its support.  Sharp needs to change his little girl pants.

As long as aggy doesn't infest ATX because of this, couldn't care less if Sharp has to say "hey aggy is in Texas too and we're like military and stuff!!1

 

aggyland wasn't even in consideration at any point, and Houston even got eliminated. Poor aggy..

 

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"While the facility will be in a UT System building and is expected to lean heavily on UT’s expertise and resources, rival Texas A&M University — a school with a rich military legacy — was quick to chime in with its support as well. "

Aggies will provide uniformed attendants in the rest rooms. 

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17 minutes ago, Randolph Duke said:

If anyone thinks the UT ROTC program isn’t going to pivot and focus on the advantages having an entire military command housed with the university Regents, they need to rethink that position.

UT ROTC only huh? This will impact a lot of groups. With this command comes grant opportunities.  

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31 minutes ago, InkaUtexas said:

UT ROTC only huh? This will impact a lot of groups. With this command comes grant opportunities.  

Where did you read “only ROTC?” This, on the heels of the $1.1B Navy research contract, will have far reaching effects on UT and the Austin economy. But it’s effects will be especially profound on UT ROTC. All this off of what Bobby Inman put into place. 

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5 hours ago, Leanderman said:

"While the facility will be in a UT System building and is expected to lean heavily on UT’s expertise and resources, rival Texas A&M University — a school with a rich military legacy — was quick to chime in with its support as well. "

 

Real Army to aggy: "That's OK. We're good."

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5 hours ago, Randolph Duke said:

If anyone thinks the UT ROTC program isn’t going to pivot and focus on the advantages having an entire military command housed with the university Regents, they need to rethink that position.

We already have retired generals from Fort Hood teaching classes on campus and a more distinguished ROTC program than they do. Meanwhile, at aggy:

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aggy is ready and willing to support the new Army command at UT - as long as that support doesn't include money.
Oh no, all that's going straight to Jimbo's bank. They just want to send a bunch of cultists wearing head to toe aggy gear..
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30 minutes ago, Modessit said:
aggy is ready and willing to support the new Army command at UT - as long as that support doesn't include money.

Oh no, all that's going straight to Jimbo's bank. They just want to send a bunch of cultists wearing head to toe aggy gear..

pretend honor guard? 

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On 7/13/2018 at 4:46 PM, Not a Sock said:

Honestly I think Texas missed an opportunity and should have picked up a rural system school with an ag program and modelled it after UC Davis.

UT College Station has a different ring to it...

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6 hours ago, Modessit said:

aggy is ready and willing to support the new Army command at UT - as long as that support doesn't include money.

You mean they are willing to participate in order to create some sort of actual military ties instead remaining what they are- fake army?

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On 7/12/2018 at 1:55 PM, LW Goatman said:

This is like the radical Larry picture except they've pre-labeled themselves on their overalls. Also, tying into the sea aggy theme.

 

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Howdy Bobby holding Bonfire Dylan up to keep him from collapsing.

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On 7/14/2018 at 8:48 AM, Randolph Duke said:

If anyone thinks the UT ROTC program isn’t going to pivot and focus on the advantages having an entire military command housed with the university Regents, they need to rethink that position.

That command will have little affect on the Army department, as right now, between the Army scholarship monies and what the university kicks in, almost every Cadet worthy of a future commission is already on a scholarship.  The Army department is currently making or exceeding mission, and due to Cadre strength limitations, is not able to take on too many more into the program, and growing the Cadre is a three year process at a minimum.  UT supports the Army program with most anything they want, so other than speaking or mentorship programs, this command will bring little to Army ROTC.

I am really surprised that the Texas program has not grown into a small Corps of Cadets, as the support from UT makes aggies pale in comparison to their contributions to their corps.

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19 minutes ago, clarythedrill said:

That command will have little affect on the Army department, as right now, between the Army scholarship monies and what the university kicks in, almost every Cadet worthy of a future commission is already on a scholarship.  The Army department is currently making or exceeding mission, and due to Cadre strength limitations, is not able to take on too many more into the program, and growing the Cadre is a three year process at a minimum.  UT supports the Army program with most anything they want, so other than speaking or mentorship programs, this command will bring little to Army ROTC.

I am really surprised that the Texas program has not grown into a small Corps of Cadets, as the support from UT makes aggies pale in comparison to their contributions to their corps.

The mentorship opportunities associated with those involved with the command and inter opportunities with organizations that are offshoots of the command were what I was alluding to. The new command is tasked with heading in new directions. Being at the epicenter of that initiative will be much more advantageous than being totally disconnected. Plus, one can expect additions to the course catalog that will reflect this new addition to the Austin economy.

UT ROTC students will get educational, mentor, and intern opportunities unavailable at any other university. Don't forget, this isn't being sited in the general geographic area. The HQ is being physically located in the same UT-owned building as the Regents' offices. There will be significant interaction between command staff and senior UT officials on a regular basis. As a new command, the command will need significant educational support to broaden the expertise and capabilities of those assigned to it.

What I am waiting to see is how this affects the various graduate and doctoral programs. 

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Vince Young explains why he thinks the Texas A&M-Texas rivalry needs to be renewed

Former Texas QB Vince Young recently joined The Ben and Skin Show on 105.3 The Fan to discuss his career and other things.

“Just the history and the tradition between my university, my great alma mater and then just the history of A&M,” Young said. “I mean, they have a lot of history as well and then that rivalry game.

“The friendship that people have with Aggies and Longhorns coming together for one big game, eating dinner just to talk trash for a day. I mean, it’s fun. Especially for Texas, man. It’s fun to compete and have fun, especially the fans.

“I mean, I enjoy messing with my niece all the time, she’s an Aggie, so I enjoy giving her a hard time every year.”

https://www.saturdaydownsouth.com/tamu-football/vince-young-explains-why-he-thinks-the-texas-am-texas-rivalry-needs-to-be-renewed/

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Playing A&M on a regular basis is off the table until after realignment discussions start in 2023. It makes no sense to consider a recurring series with any team until the overall conference structure is known.

Think big picture. 2023 is going to change more in the world of college football than most people imagine.

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