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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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SG recaps its achievements

Kori Rady November 6, 2014

Hello, Longhorns! Since our term began last spring, we’ve been working hard to create changes that make student life at the University of Texas safer, more convenient and all around better than ever....

Senate focuses on academics

Geetika Jerath November 6, 2014

As the official voice of students in academic affairs, the Senate of College Councils has been working hard this year to enhance the academic sphere of UT in various ways. We kicked off the year with...

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Volunteering abroad can influence lives in small but significant ways

Enakshi Ganguly November 5, 2014

When I visited India two years ago, I left knowing that it would be a long, long time before I’d have the opportunity to return. Little did I know, there were other plans unfolding before me. In...

Feminism course could display modern outlook on feminism

Jazmyn Griffin November 5, 2014

The recent announcement of a new course, “Beyoncé Feminism, Rihanna Womanism,” was met with praise, confusion and most of all, online opposition from students and alumni. Proponents...

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In campaigns, social media can help voters, candidates

Breanne Deppisch November 4, 2014

Today, millions of Americans will head to the ballot box to make their voices heard. Like any other election, they will head proudly home, satisfied in fulfilling their civic duty once again. Eager to...

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America needs new generation of leaders with different focuses

Jeremi Suri November 4, 2014

Last week I had the opportunity to dine with a large group of leading business people who came to Austin for the Formula 1 Grand Prix. These were pioneers of technology, finance, real estate and even wine....

Military should offer equal opportunities to women

Callista Stoop November 3, 2014

If you ask leaders in Australia, Israel, Denmark, Canada, France, Germany, New Zealand or Norway, they would agree that there are women who can serve as a part of infantry units. Each of these countries...

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Students can influence election by simply exercising right to vote

Claire Smith November 3, 2014

I cannot count the number of times I have been approached on or around campus by a clipboard-wielding yahoo asking me if I have registered to vote. Yes, I am registered in Travis County, shouting hooligan....

To better society, students should remain informed on key issues

Jazmyn Griffin November 3, 2014

Imagine this: You receive a notification that you must report to basic military training as soon as possible — but this modern-day draft isn’t for a war with Vietnam. Instead, the country needs...

If wearing culturally insensitive costumes, don the stigma, too

Jazmyn Griffin October 31, 2014

Editor's note: This is part of our weekly Point/Counterpoint series. To view the opposing viewpoint, click here.  Halloween has always been a night where people dress in creative costumes and...

Don’t take offensive costumes too seriously this Halloween

Breanne Deppisch October 31, 2014

Editor's note: This is part of our weekly Point/Counterpoint series. To view the opposing viewpoint, click here.  It’s that time of year again, y’all! Despite the roughly...

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Wildness of Halloween should be experienced while still in college

Olivia Berkeley October 31, 2014

This weekend, West Campus will get a little scarier. The most wonderful time of the year is here. Skimpy cats, superheroes, half-assed celebrity impersonators and other last minute costumed people will...

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