UTA receives significant gift for Athletics Department
Alumnus Raymond Matthews ('68 BS, Political Science) has pledged a significant investment in support of The University of Texas at Arlington’s Athletics Department.
Matthews’ transformative gift is the largest unrestricted contribution ever received by UTA Athletics, marking a meaningful milestone in the University's pursuit of excellence in intercollegiate athletics.
“I am eternally grateful to UTA Athletics for providing me a great education, enduring friendships and the discipline to be successful in life,” Matthews said.
Matthews, fondly known as "Wings," holds a special place in UTA Athletics’ history. Arriving on campus in 1964, he established himself as a talented football student-athlete, earning recognition as team MVP in both 1965 and 1966. Matthews’ exceptional skills on the field also led to his selection to the preseason All-American Team in 1967. Following graduation, he returned to his hometown of Houston, where he pursued a distinguished career in law, working more than three decades as a successful corporate lawyer before retiring at the age of 59.
Matthews’ generous gift is a testament to his unwavering commitment to supporting the next generation of Mavericks by ensuring they have the resources and opportunities to excel both athletically and academically.
“We are immensely grateful to Raymond Matthews for his extraordinary generosity and dedication to UTA Athletics," said Jon Fagg, UTA athletics director. "This milestone gift will have a lasting impact on our student-athletes, coaches and entire Athletics Department."