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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

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Grading system continues to trouble students and faculty

Sarah White November 16, 2011

Students could be penalized when applying to graduate schools or fellowships because UT does not offer an A+ grade said Bhargav Srinivasan, a finance senior and Senate of College Councils member. The...

Clark Field reopens Wednesday with renovations

Omar Gamboa November 16, 2011

A new addition to UT recreation will include an outdoor playground for students and staff to exercise on and a field for them to enjoy UT lacrosse matches. Clark Field, which has been under renovations...

Texas man convicted of trying to help al-Qaida

The Associated Press November 15, 2011

HOUSTON — A Texas man accused of attempting to sneak out of the country with restricted U.S. military documents, money and equipment in order to join al-Qaida was convicted Monday of trying to help...

Presentation highlights study abroad concerns for LGBTQ students

Nick Hadjigeorge November 15, 2011

It is important for LGBTQ students to learn about the history and culture of the country in which they will be studying abroad and to think about these facts in relation to their sexual identity, said...

Dr Pepper CEO inspires McCombs students

Brianna Pelayo November 15, 2011

If you pursue a career in a field you have passion for, you will be able to learn something new and laugh everyday, said Larry Young, CEO of Dr Pepper Snapple Group Inc. Young spoke at the Student Activity...

Students plot study abroad experiences on new map

Rachel Thompson November 15, 2011

A colorful world map covered with pins placed by Longhorns on cities in which they have studied abroad was mounted in the map room of the Perry-Castañeda Library earlier this week and was unveiled...

Student Government expands confirmation requirements for executive appointments

Allie Kolechta November 15, 2011

After a hearing and deliberation over discrepancy of official and unofficial appointments by the judicial branch of Student Government, a verdict has been reached. SG School of Law representative Austin...

SG searches for alternative bike path near Blanton

Allie Kolechta November 15, 2011

Parking and Transportation Services hosted a town hall this morning to discuss the dismount zone around the Blanton Museum. Under current restrictions, a dismount zone on Blanton Museum grounds does not...

UT to offer veteran’s center

Jody Serrano November 15, 2011

When he was 24 years old, Benjamin Armstrong, a recent Marine Corp veteran at the time, asked himself why he was in college. Armstrong was a freshman at Texas State University and had already served in...

Broadcast journalist discusses life’s work

Rachel Thompson November 15, 2011

Bill Moyers was preparing to pursue a Ph.D. when he received a call from Lyndon Baines Johnson, who was running for president and sought Moyers’ assistance. Moyers deviated from his plans for a doctorate...

Collector of secrets advocates mutual support among peers

Jody Serrano November 15, 2011

PostSecret creator Frank Warren said one of his favorite secrets came in the form of a bag of coffee. A note on it said “where I work, they don’t keep inventory so please enjoy our finest roast.” In...

UT students get involved through Project Reach Out

Andrew Messamore November 14, 2011

UT students mulched, cleaned and planted seeds of goodwill across Austin on Saturday as part of Project Reach Out, a volunteering event designed to connect UT students with nonprofit organizations in ways...

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