Mega Hollywood actor Glen Powell, who comes from a long line of Longhorns, delivered the keynote address, imparting wisdom he’s accumulated since his time as a Radio-Television-Film student to now reaching blockbuster success with films such as “Devotion,” “Top Gun: Maverick” and “Hidden Figures.” He was candid and funny and offered this, among other, sincere advice:

Learn how to change a tire. Never show up to a party empty handed. Dress for the job you want. Write thank you notes. And wear burnt orange everywhere.