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Texas Immersive production ‘Elysian Heights’ longlisted for BAFTA Student Awards

Texas Immersive production ‘Elysian Heights’ longlisted for BAFTA Student Awards

Maya Thakur, General Life&Arts Reporter July 16, 2024

Last April, a year and a half of preparation paid off when the Texas Immersive Institute Class of 2024 opened its “Elysian Heights” exhibit to the public. Described as a student-led immersive experience...

BLK ODYSSY poses for a portrait outside of Orb Studios on July 10 before a listening session for his upcoming album 1-800-FANTASY.

Austin-based artist BLK ODYSSY talks cinematic songwriting, reflects on NPR Tiny Desk concert

Amelia Engstrom, Life&Arts Desk Editor July 12, 2024

“As a writer, I tend to tell stories more than write songs,” Austin-based, alt-pop artist BLK ODYSSY told The Daily Texan in an interview about his upcoming tour and album. After establishing himself...

Samantha Leonard films a video clinking glasses with attendees of Sunday’s “A Taste of Italy” brunch at L’oca d’Oro in Mueller, hosted by her social group ATX Brunch Girls.

Women’s social group celebrates one year, cultivates community in Austin

Trinity Orosco, General Life&Arts Reporter July 9, 2024

For some, summer means tanning on a boat in the middle of Lake Travis and swimming in the water to cool off. For others, summers entail crafting vibrant floral arrangements while meticulously selecting...

Angelica Sharma poses for a portrait in the GDC on Monday.

UT student hosts coding, robotics summer camps for middle schoolers

Maya Thakur, Life&Arts Reporter July 9, 2024

When Angelica Sharma was in 10th grade, her robotics team shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With little to do at home and a love for computer science, she started hosting online workshops to teach...

UT junior wins grand prize award with Biodesign pill, promotes sustainability, creativity

UT junior wins grand prize award with Biodesign pill, promotes sustainability, creativity

Trinity Orosco, General Life&Arts Reporter July 2, 2024

Imagine a world where humans eat a probiotic pill that allows for the digestion of plastic waste, promoting a greener future. The caveat to this pill lies in its composition – worm feces.  Yet, the...

Anna Buendia (left) and Simi Thakur (right) sit in an FAC classroom on July 1, 2024.

UT students develop fidget tools for young professionals

Maya Thakur, Life&Arts General Reporter July 2, 2024

Public relations sophomore Anna Buendia and Simi Thakur, an advertising and health society senior, did not know crossing paths on a ski trip with Absolute Texas, a UT spirit organization, would result...

The crowd waits for Bevo during the SEC Celebration on UT Austins campus on June 30.

UT alumni highlight favorite parts of campus, culture at SEC Celebration

Flora Farr, Senior Life&Arts Reporter July 1, 2024

During Charles Branch’s time as a student at UT, the culture was greatly defined by its athletic success with the Longhorns winning the football national championship in his sophomore year. Now, as the...

Artist Jason Archer poses for a portrait in his Austin studio on June 25, 2024.

From screenplay to painting: alum reveals stories behind latest art exhibition

Stephanie Jumper, Life&Arts General Reporter June 28, 2024

After receiving a bachelor’s in advertising and moving to New York, one UT alumnus met the Big Apple’s illustrious skyline and decided he did not belong there.  “New York is one of the most populated...

Dr. Deirdre Shoemaker, left, and Jason Bott, right, in a Heights of Humanity episode.

UT student hosts video podcast featuring conversations with expert guests

Maya Thakur, Life&Arts General Reporter June 28, 2024

In his freshman year at UT, geophysics junior Jason Bott began having long conversations with his professors and research advisor. Inspired by the knowledge, wisdom and perspectives they shared, Bott decided...

Owner Luca Kisielius poses for a portrait at their desk inside Sunshine Vinyl on Saturday.

New Austin vinyl shop opens for pride month, cultivates sense of community

Trinity Orosco, General Life&Arts Reporter June 25, 2024

After more than 10 years in the tech industry, Luca Kisielius felt the need for a career change. Six months later, Sunshine Vinyl opened its doors and Kisielius turned their passion for music into their...

The 8 minute mile pace group for the RAWDAWG Run Club runs up a hill at the end of the 2.5 mile loop during the run on Saturday. Hundreds of people meet up every Saturday morning in Austin, Texas to run with the club.

RAWDAWG run club inspires young people to find community in active way

Analise Pickerrell, General Life&Arts Reporter June 24, 2024

Instead of looking for a lifelong soulmate in a bar at 2 a.m., young people should try running two miles at 8 a.m. to find their match — or so the viral RAWDAWG Run Club believes. Four fitness fanatics...

Drew Daniels at the Cannes Film Festival.

UT alum Drew Daniels speaks on winning highest prize at Cannes Film Festival, industry experience

Flora Farr, Senior Life&Arts Reporter June 18, 2024

UT alumnus Drew Daniels made a name for himself in recent years as a director of photography who takes on dark, challenging projects such as “The Idol” and his work with Trey Edward Shults, director...

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