The Daily Texan has compiled a list of seven Black student-owned businesses that offer services such as hair styling and photography, and sell a range of products from lip gloss to T-shirts.
As students begin the fall semester, many may feel uncertain about how they will navigate the virtual college experience while caring for their mental health.
In June, Richard, along with the 11 other Black members of Longhorn Band, formed LHBlacks, an organization dedicated to uplifting Black students at the Butler School of Music.
If the Longhorn Band plays “The Eyes of Texas” again, it won’t be because senior drum major Ally Morales conducted it. UT’s alma mater has faced intense criticism from members of the Longhorn community due to its racist origins and recently, several band members have said they won’t play “The Eyes of Texas.”
The constant policy changes imposed by the U.S. government and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement have made it challenging for nearly 5,000 international students on campus to find stability.
