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‘Napoleon’ brings back sprawling historical epics in glorious fashion

‘Napoleon’ brings back sprawling historical epics in glorious fashion

Atahan Koksoy, General Life&Arts Reporter November 17, 2023

Content warning: this review features mentions of intimate partner violence. Ridley Scott’s “Napoleon,” about the life of Napoleon Bonaparte (Joaquin Phoenix), marks a triumphant return for sprawling,...

Two members of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority stroll at Hump Night on Nov. 15.

[Photo] Black Greek Letter organizations foster connection at biannual Hump Night

November 16, 2023

Two members of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority stroll at Hump Night on Nov. 15.

Students congregate on the West Mall, waiting in line to vote on Nov. 3, 2023. The voting took place inside the Flawn Academic Center.

[Photo] TX Votes hace que la votación sea más accesible y menos desafiante para los estudiantes

November 9, 2023

Students congregate on the West Mall, waiting in line to vote on Nov. 3, 2023. The voting took place inside the Flawn Academic Center.

Courtesy of the Butler School of Music

The UT Butler School of Music’s La Bohème makes classic Italian opera relatable, accessible to students

Atahan Koksoy, General Life&Arts Reporter October 27, 2023

On a busy Friday night at the McCullough Theater, ushers hand out programs as guests enter, but some seats stay empty by the time the doors are closed. The audience quiets as the curtains rise, revealing...

Fun mystery movies to watch this October

Fun mystery movies to watch this October

Atahan Koksoy, General Life&Arts Reporter October 24, 2023

As Halloween approaches, it might be time to watch some spooky mysteries to celebrate. The Daily Texan compiled a list of four movie recommendations to bring in the eerie season.     The Outfit This...

UT’s Haunted Hotspots

UT’s Haunted Hotspots

Atahan Koksoy, General Life&Arts Reporter October 23, 2023

With Halloween fast approaching, students might want to explore the darker, spookier side of campus. The Daily Texan compiled a list of four creepy places on campus worth exploring.   Littlefield...

Esports Arena opens at Texas Union to support gaming community

Esports Arena opens at Texas Union to support gaming community

Atahan Koksoy, General Life&Arts Reporter October 19, 2023

The newly opened Alienware Longhorn Esports Arena, situated next to the Union Underground, bustled with activity. Students filled the space, playing video games like Valorant and Super Smash Bros. on the...

Paper Conserver Heather Hamilton explains the Harry Ransom Centers process for preserving documents, including intake, reviews and unbinding in the centers extensive library on Oct. 4, 2023.

Staff works toward conserving artifacts at the Harry Ransom Center

Atahan Koksoy, General Life&Arts Reporter October 12, 2023

On a quiet Wednesday afternoon, the Harry Ransom Center’s conservation department works to preserve historical materials. Kaeley Ferguson, the Campus Conservation Initiative conservator, carefully examines...

Global Disinformation Lab brings together students, faculty to study disinformation

Global Disinformation Lab brings together students, faculty to study disinformation

Atahan Koksoy, General Life&Arts Reporter October 2, 2023

A difficult concept to define at a geopolitical level, governments differ in their interpretations of disinformation and their responses to it.  The Global Disinformation Lab, a research organization...

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