What is ashbel smith building?

The Ashbel Smith Building is a 12-story building located in downtown Austin, Texas. It was constructed in 1974 and is named after Ashbel Smith, a physician and diplomat who served as the first president of the University of Texas System. The building houses the central administrative offices of the University of Texas System, including the chancellor's office, the board of regents office, and the system's general counsel. It is also home to the Office of Veterans Affairs and the State Employee Retirement System, among other tenants. The building's architectural design is a mix of modernist and brutalist styles, and it is considered an iconic landmark in the Austin skyline.