See More Success StoriesThe University Interscholastic League has inspired me to become a better performer, student, and human being. The values of competition and camaraderie I learned through my time with the UIL are lessons I will carry into my collegiate experience. Thank you UIL, for providing me with the opportunity to truly grow.Kevin King, The University of Texas at Austin
See More Success StoriesEven if academics isn't a passion of yours, UIL still is able to complement your skills in all areas of life, which is why it is such a valuable activity to participate in. For me, UIL helped me prepare for my academics, got me involved in extracurricular activities, pushed my desire to succeed, and even helped me afford college.Dakota Kilcrease, Texas Tech University
See More Success StoriesThe experiences I underwent in UIL made my four years of high school worthwhile. As well as knowledge, I learned so much about myself and the person I want to become. It not only prepared me for what I was to expect in college, but taught me lessons applicable to any area of life.Mary Cantu-Garcia, The University of Texas at Austin
See More Success StoriesMy years in the UIL have taught me many lessons that will stay with me my entire life. It has taught me to always strive for the best, and if I fail, I would have to better myself, both in mind and body. Being able to compete, to represent my school, has given me a sense of pride in what I do, and in my opinion the world we live in now needs more of that.Jose "Trey" Arjona III, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi
See More Success StoriesUIL has taught me how to research and acquire my own knowledge of the world instead of standing back and letting it fall into my hands without working for it. UIL was the catalyst that drove my personal transformation from an insecure, quiet teenager into a passionate and confident young adult.Kaitlin Wetz, Southern Methodist University
See More Success StoriesI began UIL when I was in the second grade. Every event required 100% effort so that we could take home the gold. UIL has helped me acquire skills like time management that I will use for the rest of my life.Kaleigh Jo Tankersley, Howard Payne University
05/13/2013
TILF scholar Alysha Joseph dared to take on college as a junior in high school. Through the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science (TAMS) program, Alysha has the unique opportunity of performing research, taking coursework, and living on a college campus before other students her age.
“I love to be challenged - UIL was one avenue for me to accomplish this,” she said.
04/08/2013
Since we've begun accepting applications this year, we've had a large number of questions. Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked.
03/22/2013
TILF Scholar Neil Rabroker came to Texas A&M University his freshman year knowing and loving accounting. “I ended up making a 100 in the first financial accounting honors class and then got asked to be the TA for the class,” he said. “I am one of the first sophomores to do it, and thank the UIL accounting program completely for it.”
Neil joined the UIL accounting team as a sophomore, after taking the class offered at Rosebud-Lott High School. He placed in State as a sophomore and returned the next year looking for victory. “I ended up tying for first place with one miss on the test to win the 2A title,” he recalled. “My senior year, I again started strong by winning all seven of the invitational meets that I attended.” Winning with Neil along the way was the Rosebud-Lott High School accounting team, which won the state title in 2009. The team returned to the UIL State Meet in 2011, a “really memorable” time for Neil. Thirty minutes before his test began, Neil was stung by a bee—twice—in the neck.
02/28/2013
Each February, TILF hosts a banquet for recipients at The University of Texas, their donors, Board members, and UIL Academic staff. This year's event was a great success, with a record turnout of TILF Scholars eager to share their stories.
02/20/2013
Like any “new kid,” Jacob Troublefield moved to Blanco High School his junior year looking to make new friends. UIL, he thought, would be great way to meet more people.
As an upperclassman, Jacob competed in Cross Examination Debate, Current Events, Social Studies, and One-Act Play.
01/30/2013
It's February, which means it's spring disbursal time for all current TILF Scholars. Funds will go out to colleges on February 4th. If you don't see funds in your college financial aid account by February 19th, please let me know so we can troubleshoot.
01/30/2013
Each year, the TILF hosts a banquet at the University of Texas at Austin, where nearly 40% of our recipients are enrolled. Invitees include TILF Board members, donors, UIL staff, and all of our TILF Scholars who attend UT-Austin.