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UTSA welcomes thousands of students after cybersecurity breach attempt delays start
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Patty Santos, Luis Cienfuegos , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· August 24, 2026
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Key points The university is also introducing 10 new degree programs, including health sciences and film and media. A university is starting its fall semester with over 42,000 students, including around 6,000 freshmen.
A university is starting its fall semester with over 42,000 students, including around 6,000 freshmen. The semester was initially delayed due to an attempted cyberattack. In response, students and staff were advised to reset their passwords. Some students viewed the delay as an opportunity to prepare for the semester, while others were not overly concerned as they already take measures to protect their accounts.
The university is also introducing 10 new degree programs, including health sciences and film and media. Additionally, 90 new full-time faculty members are joining the university.
Further details about the semester and the university's response to the cyberattack are available from the university.
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Category: schools Published: August 24, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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