As co-director of the oldest and largest environmental student organization on campus, I have the pleasure of interacting with a lot of UT students. There’s one thing that we all have in common:...
Earth has a problem. Recently, the nonprofit organization Ocean Voyages hauled over 40 tons — 80,000 pounds — of floating garbage out of a tiny portion of the Pacific Ocean in 25 days. Much...
When you think of zero waste, do metal straws and bamboo sporks come to mind? Zero waste is indeed that, but still so much more. The City of Austin set a goal in 2011 to achieve the status of zero waste,...
Coming from an Asian upbringing, mental health was not something that my family discussed openly.
It was something that we swept under the rug, firmly believing that if you do not acknowledge...
The truth is that none of us really know what we’re doing when we get here, so we seek out advice. We get study tips, best sleep practices, organizations crowding around us promising friendships...
When people look at me, they see a girl who has it all: A nurse who graduated summa cum laude pursuing her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree, a super involved older sister and a supportive friend. What...
For thousands of seasoned Longhorns who returned to campus this past week, reacclimating to the pace of UT life required only minor adjustments — scaling back on Netflix and waking up before noon.
Things...
Campus-wide election rules are for the benefit of students. Campaign spending limits enforced by financial disclosures ensure access irrespective of financial ability. Campaign staff disclosures hold candidates...
Welcome to campus, Longhorns! Whether you are learning your way around campus or embracing your last year, we need thoughtful leaders like you. I implore you to get involved. As a lifelong Longhorn who...
It is a very human to desire to make your impression last. This is obvious from monarchs to endowments — mankind lives to leave a legacy. The question of whether it is worth honoring is at the forefront...
Dear University of Texas Students,
I am a Mexican American mathematician and have been on the faculty of Rice University for many years. Currently, I am writing a book entitled “The Precious Few”...
As of fall 2018, there are 51,832 students enrolled at UT. These students represent all 50 states, and 124 countries. Our total alumni measure nearly 500,000.
Despite these figures, representation...
