Longtime educator and Army veteran to oversee campus dedicated entirely to skilled trades training.
PHOENIX and SAN ANTONIO, Aug. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Universal Technical Institute (UTI), the transportation, skilled trades, electrical, and energy division of Universal Technical Institute, Inc., today announced that Christopher Finn has been appointed Campus President of UTI-San Antonio.
Chris Finn named UTI-San Antonio Campus President
Currently under construction, UTI-San Antonio, located at 5776 Stemmons Drive, will be UTI’s first campus dedicated entirely to skilled trades training. Pending all regulatory approvals, the new 50,000-square-foot facility will offer hands-on programs in Aviation, Welding, and HVACR, and a comprehensive electrical training suite that includes Electrical, Electronics & Industrial Technology, Robotics & Automation, and Wind Turbine Technician.
UTI-San Antonio will become the fourth UTI campus in Texas, joining existing locations in Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, and Houston. The campus is part of UTI Inc.’s North Star growth strategy, which includes opening two new UTI campuses.
“Chris understands what it takes to build a campus culture that puts students first and brings faculty and staff together around a shared mission,” said Tracy Lorenz, President of the UTI Division. “His leadership is exactly what we need as we expand our presence in Texas and respond to the region’s demand for skilled, career-ready technicians. UTI-San Antonio is more than a new campus—it’s a long-term investment in students, industry, and the future of workforce education in the state.”
“San Antonio’s vibrant manufacturing and energy sectors need career-ready technicians,” said Dr. Christopher Finn. “As Campus President, I’m honored to lead the launch of this new campus, support the success of our students, and build a collaborative culture among faculty and staff. Together with our community partners, we’ll help students turn their passion into professional momentum from day one.”
About Universal Technical Institute, Inc.
Universal Technical Institute, Inc. was founded in 1965 and is a leading workforce solutions provider serving students, partners and communities nationwide. The company offers high-quality education and support services for in-demand careers via its two divisions: UTI and Concorde Career Colleges. The UTI division operates 15 campuses located in nine states and offers a wide range of transportation, skilled trades, electrical and energy training programs. Concorde operates across 17 campuses in eight states and online, offering programs in the allied health, dental, nursing, patient care and diagnostic fields. For more information, visit www.uti.edu or www.concorde.edu; LinkedIn at @UniversalTechnicalInstitute and @Concorde Career Colleges; or X at @news_UTI and @ConcordeCareer.
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