Katya Bandouil

Recent Contributions

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Alumna’s YouTube channel provides insight into Black college experience at UT

January 23, 2020

After being an avid fan of video tutorials during her teenage years, UT alumna Lynette Adkins started a YouTube channel in 2018. Shortly after posting her first vlog, Adkins noticed that her viewership increased quickly.
Organization teaches entrepreneurship abroad

December 8, 2019

The Exponentialists, a UT-based nonprofit, helped Colombian students recognize their ability to pursue business for social good during a weeklong program.
Team of UT students launch self-defense device Pocket Punch to improve student safety

November 25, 2019

Looking into their pockets and backpacks, four UT students realized they had nothing to protect themselves with in a dangerous situation.
Students graduating in fall can’t ‘walk the walk’ to get their diploma

November 11, 2019

Some fall graduates that are moving away from Austin face challenges with attending the only commencement ceremony offered to them in the spring.
Gameplan for Winning at Life course helps students learn valuable life lessons

November 7, 2019

UGS course shows students the importance of vulnerability and handling rejection.
Students raise awareness about district lines that split student vote

October 28, 2019

An invisible line runs through Guadalupe Street. Every day students walk to class and cross it. Government senior Hamza Sait said it divides the 21st and 25th Congressional Districts — and the student vote.
Not all that glitters is gold: Some struggle to afford UT Ring Ceremony

October 17, 2019

What chemistry junior Nicole Kim didn’t know was that the celebratory ring ceremony tradition would end up costing her hundreds of dollars in unanticipated expenses and a ring upgrade she wasn’t looking for.
Best 24-hour diners to try after a night out

October 6, 2019

If you’re looking for midnight comfort food, Austin has it covered.
Vegan, gluten-free friendly vendors server options at ACL this year

October 4, 2019

This year, being conscious of dietary restrictions is trendy, so food vendors at Austin City Limits Music Festival are bringing it to the table. As more awareness has been brought to dietary restrictions, vendors are following suit and offering vegan and gluten-free options to festivalgoers.
Student organization tackles fast fashion through art exhibits

September 27, 2019

An unconventional form of student protest has popped up around the Forty Acres this fall. From placing a bed in the middle of West Mall to hanging fabrics from trees above the turtle pond, UT organization Fashion Anonymous has mastered the art of subtle advocacy.
Students highlight positivity, happiness through gratitude journaling

September 11, 2019

Scroll through Rachel Walters’ Instagram page, and you will find a detailed online public diary about her life. Unlike typical Instagram accounts, this one is dedicated solely to expressing gratitude.

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