Reeve Hamilton

Reeve Hamilton worked at the Tribune from 2009 to 2015, covering higher education and politics and hosting the Tribune's weekly podcast. His writing has also appeared in Texas Monthly and The Texas Observer. Born in Houston and raised in Massachusetts, he has a bachelor's degree in English from Vanderbilt University.

Past Contributions

TribCast: Secessionists, Polygamists and Cronies

By Reeve Hamilton Nov. 28, 2012

Ross, Reeve, Emily and Ben discuss the latest bout of secession fever, the latest news regarding the Yearning for Zion ranch and Gov. Rick Perry's latest political appointments. Full Story

Credit: Graphic by Todd Wiseman
Perry's $10,000 Degree Challenge Spreads to Florida

By Reeve Hamilton Nov. 26, 2012

Even in gubernatorial circles, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Just ask Florida Gov. Rick Scott, who recently announced a $10,000 degree challenge modeled after the approach of his Texas counterpart, Gov. Rick Perry. Full Story

Credit: Bob Daemmrich
With "Puzzle" Complete, UT-Austin Med School Plans Move Forward

By Reeve Hamilton Nov. 23, 2012

With affirmation from voters, little stands between the University of Texas at Austin and its desired medical school except hard work and collaboration. It could open as early as 2015, though leaders say 2016 is probably more realistic. Full Story

Credit: Callie Richmond
TribCast: The Worst Candidates and the New Guys

By Reeve Hamilton Nov. 21, 2012

Evan, Ross, Reeve and Emily reflect on The Washington Post's pick for worst candidate of 2012, consider the new faces in Texas politics and look forward to two new medical schools. Full Story

Credit: Graphic by Todd Wiseman
Abbott: State Can Permit Foreign Med Schools to Train in Texas

By Reeve Hamilton and Emily Ramshaw Nov. 20, 2012

The attorney general's office has ruled that no laws prevent the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board from allowing foreign medical schools to send students to complete their training in Texas hospitals. Full Story
If There's a Way, There's a Will to Regulate Tuition

By Reeve Hamilton Nov. 19, 2012

Since its deregulation in 2003, the average cost of tuition and fees at public Texas universities has increased by 90 percent. Some lawmakers are hoping the 2013 session will provide a chance to once again regulate the price of higher education. Full Story

Credit: Illustration by Spencer Selvidge / Marjorie Kamys Cotera
TribCast: Speaker's Race, George P. Bush, Bill Filings

By Reeve Hamilton Nov. 14, 2012

Reeve, Julian, Brandi and Jay discuss the speaker's race, the potential rise of George P. Bush and the latest bills to be filed in advance of the upcoming legislative session. Full Story

Credit: Graphic by Todd Wiseman
Report: UT Law's Forgivable Loans to Faculty "Not Appropriate"

By Reeve Hamilton Nov. 13, 2012

The process Larry Sager, the UT law school's former dean, used to secure a $500,000 loan for himself was not transparent and created "an impression of self-dealing that cannot be condoned," according to a report released Tuesday. Full Story

Credit: Graphic by University of Texas / Todd Wiseman
UT System May Construct $100 Million Austin Office

By Reeve Hamilton Nov. 13, 2012

The University of Texas System Board of Regents will meet this week and consider, among many things, whether to approve the construction of a system office building in downtown Austin that is projected to cost $102,417,000. Full Story

Credit: Bob Daemmrich
Kenneth Shine Announces Retirement From UT System

By Reeve Hamilton Nov. 12, 2012

After nine years with the University of Texas System, Kenneth Shine, the executive vice chancellor for health affairs, announced on Monday that he intends to retire in early 2013. Full Story