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The Daily Texan

Official newspaper of The University of Texas at Austin

The Daily Texan

Official newspaper of The University of Texas at Austin

The Daily Texan

‘We’re making history,’ Student journalists reflect on Gaza protests one year later

Joseph Sweeney, Video Editor April 24, 2025

Beginning April 2024, colleges across the United States were met with police and state response to student protests against the ongoing war in Gaza. In total, over 3,100 students, faculty and others were...

‘We’re as human as anyone else,’ Transgender students show concern amidst changing political climate

Joshua Grenier, General Video Producer April 23, 2025

Amidst ongoing changes in transgender healthcare, legislation and acceptance, three UT students voice concern for their community.

Hole in the Wall – A look into the Drag’s art scene

Miranda Liguez and Sage Oravitz April 22, 2025

The Hole in the Wall, a bar and live music venue, has been a staple to the UT community for over 50 years and is home to many historic art pieces from Austin's Guadalupe Street.

‘Put themselves in our shoes,’ Wheelchair users say University fails to accommodate

The Daily Texan spoke with wheelchair users who voiced their concerns regarding accessibility of the UT Austin campus. Respondents said the University as not as accessible as it could be based on their...

Students engineer opportunity through Longhorn Racing

Sage Oravitz, Kevyn Kerwin, and Joseph Sweeney April 11, 2025

Engineers and other Longhorn creatives come together to create and test race cars as part of the longstanding student organization, Longhorn Racing.

Vibe Artisan Market provides opportunities for local businesses, creatives

Lola Rodriguez and Rylie Lockerman April 6, 2025

Vibe Artisan Market made a stop in Austin the weekend of March 29. Since 2020, the Market has held events throughout Texas, spotlighting local artists and handcrafted goods.

Austin Rodeo kicks off with early morning Cowboy Breakfast

Jaime Bajonero Moreno and Colton Hoff March 27, 2025

Austin Rodeo kicked off bright and early on Friday, March 7. Organizers cooked up to 200 pounds of free sausage for attendees, some of which have been coming for over 50 years.

Kōmori Con – the annual Longhorn-run anime convention

Longhorns held the second annual Kōmori Con anime convention on Saturday, March 8. Guests were treated to a variety of anime-themed vendors, performances and other activities.

Ani’s Day & Night brings Brazilian Carnaval to Austin

Joseph Sweeney, Video Editor March 9, 2025

Carnaval, a Brazilian celebration traditionally held the Saturday before Ash Wednesday, was celebrated at the Austin bar and coffee shop Ani's Day and Night. Attendees were treated to a variety of Brazilian...

‘A Rock in West Campus,’ the 1850s landmark in UT’s backyard

Joseph Sweeney, Video Editor February 26, 2025

Standing on the intersection of 23rd and San Gabriel Streets, the Neill-Cochran House Museum is an 1856 historic site located minutes away from UT. The building was constructed using slave labor and is...

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