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Malaria vaccine finishes first trial

The Associated Press October 19, 2011

The quest for the world’s first malaria vaccine appears to have taken a big step. The first results from a late-stage test in seven African countries were released on Tuesday. They show the experimental...

Rebels nearing Sirte, NATO officials see end to conflict soon

The Associated Press October 19, 2011

BANI WALID, Libya — Libyan fighters celebrated the fall of this stubborn former regime stronghold by firing weapons in the air and hanging revolutionary flags on buildings on Tuesday, while in another...

Athlete punishments depend more on stardom, team than actual crime

Trey Scott October 19, 2011

If UT’s new standard of discipline for an action such as peeing-and-fleeing is dismissal from the program, it’s a good thing the school doesn’t dish out retroactive punishments. What...

China’s elites call for cultural campaign

The Associated Press October 19, 2011

BEIJING — The ruling Communist Party approved a program Tuesday to enhance its popularity at home and China’s image abroad at a time when the leadership is struggling with domestic unrest and...

Research certificate to be available for undergraduates

Allie Kolechta October 18, 2011

Undergraduate researchers from across the 40 Acres will be able to earn a certificate in research for the first time, after the Senate of College Councils unanimously passed a resolution. The Senate and...

Code for America pushes public works for creators

Brianna Pelayo October 18, 2011

Recruiters from a technological talent agency are searching for Austin residents who could use their electronic and computing skills to better the community. Code for America, a program which recruits...

Powers releases Campaign for Texas update

Rachel Thompson October 18, 2011

UT President William Powers Jr. released a statement Monday discussing the Campaign for Texas, a fundraising effort that has raised more than $1.7 billion for the University. UT uses the donations to...

Troubled adolescents could find help in the arts

Rachel Thompson October 18, 2011

UT professors are joining Austin community members to cultivate creativity among adolescents otherwise considered derelicts by some members of society. Travis Marcum of the Austin Classical Guitar Society...

Queer Bengali cinema makes campus debut, sparks debate

Nicole Sanseverino October 18, 2011

Chapal Bhaduri paints white dots along his forehead, cinches his waistcoat, ties peacock feathers to his wrist and slips on a pair of high heels. The scene was part of a film clip shown to a group of...

Concert raises money for Bastrop fire victims

Brianna Pelayo October 18, 2011

Texas musical legends Willie Nelson and George Strait donated their time and talent to aid Bastrop residents in rebuilding their community during a benefit concert held at the Frank Erwin Center Monday...

President Powers’ job safe after controversy

Liz Farmer October 18, 2011

The UT-Austin president and UT System chancellor’s jobs are safe, according to a statement made by the UT System Board of Regents chair during a Monday forum designed to address questions regarding...

Senior infielder Jordan Etier dismissed from team

Trey Scott October 18, 2011

Jordan Etier has been released from the Texas baseball team, school officials announced Monday. The senior infielder was arrested over the weekend for possession of marijuana and evading police, both...

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