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UT study shows how Mars’ surface was formed

UT study shows how Mars’ surface was formed

Katy Nelson, News reporter December 14, 2021

Editor's Note: This article first appeared as part of the October 12 flipbook. UT researchers recently discovered that, over the span of weeks, massive Mars flooding carved out canyons hundreds of meters...

No. 2 Texas falls short of redemption season in Elite Eight loss to No. 10 Nebraska, 3-1

No. 2 Texas falls short of redemption season in Elite Eight loss to No. 10 Nebraska, 3-1

Hannah Williford, Sports Reporter December 12, 2021
Saturday night, the Longhorns fell 3-1 to No. 10 Nebraska in Gregory Gym. 
3 takeaways from No. 11 Texas’ 83-43 blowout win over Idaho

3 takeaways from No. 11 Texas’ 83-43 blowout win over Idaho

Amsal Madhani, Sports Reporter December 11, 2021
Texas' gritty defense was just too much to overcome for its opponent, forcing 32 turnovers that led to an 83-43 blowout victory. 
 Dr. Amy Mainzer and Adam McKay during the roundtable interview.

Director Adam McKay and advisor Dr. Amy Mainzer talk “Don’t Look Up,” working with Ariana Grande and a star-studded cast

Noah Levine, Life and Arts Film Columnist December 10, 2021

“Don’t Look Up” brings Hollywood legends together for a comedic, yet dark take on the end of the world. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence, Meryl Streep, Ariana Grande and more, the new...

No. 2 Texas volleyball mounts third-set comeback to overcome 0-2 deficit, tops No. 15 Washington 3-2

No. 2 Texas volleyball mounts third-set comeback to overcome 0-2 deficit, tops No. 15 Washington 3-2

Jordan Mitchell, Sports Reporter December 10, 2021
Texas stormed back from a two-set deficit to win 3-2 over No. 15 Washington to advance to the Elite Eight.
Texas men’s basketball fails road test against No. 23 Seton Hall

Texas men’s basketball fails road test against No. 23 Seton Hall

Christina Huang, Sports Reporter December 9, 2021

Texas fell 60-64 to Seton Hall on Thursday night, netting the team its second loss of the season.  The Longhorns traveled to Newark, New Jersey, to face the No. 23 Seton Hall Pirates in their first...

How ‘Hawaiian Shirt Guy’ plays role in building top-notch basketball program

How ‘Hawaiian Shirt Guy’ plays role in building top-notch basketball program

Christina Huang, Sports Reporter December 8, 2021

Texas basketball’s head coach Chris Beard has committed to creating a relationship with the student body. The effects were on display after last Monday’s game at Gregory Gym against Sam Houston State.  The...

Volley Talk: Digging into No. 15 Washington’s game strategy with The Daily UW

Volley Talk: Digging into No. 15 Washington’s game strategy with The Daily UW

Jordan Mitchell December 8, 2021

The Daily Texan spoke with Spencer Smith, volleyball beat writer at The Daily of The University of Washington ahead of Thursday’s NCAA Regional matchup in Austin between the No. 2 Longhorns and No. 15...

UT, renew your composting contract

UT, renew your composting contract

Faleha Quadri, Columnist December 6, 2021
Columnist Faleha Quadri urges the UHD to provide more transparency on composting in the dining halls and renew their composting contract as soon as possible.
UT students, staff reflect on experiences with racial passing

UT students, staff reflect on experiences with racial passing

Sofia Treviño, Life & Arts Senior Reporter December 5, 2021

Disliking her paler skin compared to other darker-complected Hispanics growing up, Rachel González-Martin spent hours lying under the sun willing herself to tan. Only burning and turning red, she grew...

UT students describe impact of triggering language on healing process

UT students describe impact of triggering language on healing process

Ikram Mohamed, Life & Arts Senior Reporter December 5, 2021

Content Warning: This story contains mentions of suicide. A senior in high school, Hannah Tyler called her dad to talk about college applications. They did what they always did when they spoke: laughed,...

UT Refugee Student Mentor Program fundraises to cover transportation costs

UT Refugee Student Mentor Program fundraises to cover transportation costs

Tori Duff, News Reporter December 5, 2021

A group of UT students who mentor refugee children within Austin ISD is fundraising to help cover their transportation costs as many volunteers are having to travel farther outside of Austin.  “Rent...

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