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New executive alliance: Kiera Dixon, Jaden Watt discuss policies, importance of Student Government

Daniel Davila, Julia McConnell, and Arianna Nevarez
March 26, 2026

The Kiera Dixon and Jaden Watt executive alliance won the @ut_sg University-wide election. The Texan talked to the president-elect Kiera Dixon and vice president-elect Jaden Watt to discuss their policies and the importance of Student Government.

🎤: Arianna Nevarez
🎥/✂️: Daniel Davila, Julia McConnell

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About the Contributor
Arianna Nevarez, Senior News Reporter
Arianna is a sophomore journalism major from San Antonio, who’s served at The Daily Texan for 3 consecutive semesters. As a Senior News Reporter this semester, she focuses on stories about UT’s Student Government and administration, while also covering state and local government. Arianna has worked as an Events Fellow at The Texas Tribune during her freshman year. In her free time, she loves to read (the news and books), spend time with friends and explore Austin.