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Let them sit this one out

By Yliana Roland - Updated on October 11, 2020 at 3:39 pm

Columnist Yliana Roland argues that UT must not require members of the Longhorn Band to play "The Eyes of Texas" and suggests the University chose a new school song altogether.
UT should update its buildings to prevent bats from entering

By Jesus Vidales - Updated on October 7, 2020 at 11:48 pm

Columnist Jesus Vidales calls on UT to check its buildings for possible entryways for bats.
Stock the shelves with more inclusive masks

By Isabelle Costello - Updated on October 7, 2020 at 11:30 pm

Columnist Isabelle Costello urges UT-affiliated stores to sell transparent face masks in support of students who are hard of hearing and rely on lip reading.
University Housing and Dining needs to explain why Jester City Limits closed

By Sydney York - Updated on October 7, 2020 at 11:20 pm

Columnist Sydney York explains why UHD needs to better communicate the reasoning behind major changes, such as Jester City Limits’ closing, to on-campus residents.
Undergraduate research must be fully integrated into COLA

By Eva Strelitz-Block - Updated on October 7, 2020 at 11:05 pm

Opinion columnist Eva Strelitz-Block calls for more opportunities for undergraduate research in the College of Liberal Arts.
It’s long past time for Greek life reform

By Maya Harwood - Updated on October 6, 2020 at 10:51 pm

Columnist Maya Harwood calls on UT to reduce the appeal of problematic Greek Life chapters.
UT Online, Without Internet

By Andrew Harmon - Updated on October 6, 2020 at 8:23 pm

Contributor Andrew Harmon calls on the University to adequately support students who lack access to stable internet.
Students should get involved as poll workers to assist vulnerable workers

By Anandi Barker - Updated on October 6, 2020 at 12:45 am

Columnist Anandi Barker encourages the UT student body to volunteer as poll workers to help vulnerable older volunteers on Election Day.
To prevent campus disruptions, limit the amount of time the public can use outdoor spaces

By Renee Gomez - Updated on October 6, 2020 at 12:38 am

Columnist Renee Gomez asks for UT to reconsider the hours they let the public use campus space.
Help us help you pronounce our names

By Anandi Barker - Updated on October 4, 2020 at 8:56 pm

Columnist Anandi Barker asks UT professors to make NameCoach available to create a more inclusive space for students with difficult name pronunciations.

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