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Trump’s simple language isn’t what sets him apart from past presidents, researchers find

Lauren Girgis February 25, 2019

People across the political spectrum agree that some aspects of Donald Trump’s presidency are unconventional, but his simple speech style isn’t, according to a study conducted by UT psychology...

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Study shows higher rates of LGBTQ youth found in foster care or unstable housing

Lauren Rahman February 22, 2019

A recent UT study found LGBTQ adolescents are disproportionately represented in foster care and unstable housing, such as shelters or transitional facilities, compared with their heterosexual counterparts.  Lesbian,...

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UT launching cybersecurity certificate to meet professional demand

Hayden Baggett February 21, 2019

UT is launching a Cyber Academy Defense Certificate Program in March, which is designed to prepare students for careers in cybersecurity and satisfy the demand for trained professionals in the field. The...

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Bicycle Advisory Council recommends University make immediate changes to San Jac corridor, establish timeline

Jackson Barton February 21, 2019

Reading off the eight names of the cyclists killed on Austin roads since their last meeting, James Lentz said the mood at the Bicycle Advisory Council meeting felt noticeably more frustrated than...

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Moriba Jah, a University of Texas professor, selected as 2019 TED Fellow

Howard Yong February 20, 2019

Moriba Jah has been selected as a 2019 TED Fellow. He will be the first aerospace engineer to ever speak at the global TED conference.  Jah, an associate aerospace engineering professor, will join...

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University of Texas’ plan for campus transportation still in the works

Emily Hernandez February 20, 2019

After tearing ligaments in both of her legs while in club team gymnastics her freshman year, journalism junior Bailey Abramowitz has been in and out of using medical walking boots, crutches and wheelchairs...

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Repairs to Marine Science Institute nearly finished

Katie Balevic February 19, 2019

Hurricane Harvey tore a roof clean off of a building at the University of Texas Marine Science Institute. Now, that building, along with several others, is nearly fully functional again.  “It...

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Texas Performing Arts venues increase security, includes metal detectors and clear bag policy

Lauren Grobe February 19, 2019

Texas Performing Arts increased the security at their venue entrances to include metal detectors, a new policy on bags and wands for security guards. The new security policy went into effect Oct....

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Facing Challenges as a First Generation STEM Student

Natalie Venegas February 18, 2019

STEM has a reputation for being one of UT’s most challenging fields of study, but for first-generation STEM students, tough classes aren’t the only obstacle they face. According to the Student...

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Communication Council launches study abroad scholarship

Catherine Lindberg February 18, 2019

The Communication Council launched a scholarship fundraiser on Feb. 6 after learning only six percent of students from the Moody College of Communication study abroad each year.  According to Riya...

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Cumberland family calls for transparency with ‘Declare Your Hand’ campaign

Lisa Nhan February 14, 2019

In anticipation of their Friday meeting with UT administration, the family of Nicky Cumberland released a letter requesting that those involved in hazing reform be transparent about their personal history...

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In Memoriam: Master San Yoon’s 21 Years at UT

Benita Lee February 14, 2019

San Yoon paid close attention to his thousands of students in Bellmont Hall, from correcting each individual student’s form to making sure their belts were engraved with the correct names. Since...

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