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The crowd at the featured session at SXSW with former First Lady Michelle Obama and her brother Craig Robinson on March 13, 2025.

The crowd at the featured session at SXSW with former First Lady Michelle Obama and her brother Craig Robinson on March 13, 2025.

Former First Lady Michelle Obama at a featured session at SXSW with her brother Craig Robinson on March 13, 2025.

Former First Lady Michelle Obama at a featured session at SXSW with her brother Craig Robinson on March 13, 2025.

Former First Lady Michelle Obama at a featured session at SXSW with her brother Craig Robinson on March 13, 2025.

Former First Lady Michelle Obama at a featured session at SXSW with her brother Craig Robinson on March 13, 2025.

Apple's Eddy Cue at a featured session with Ben Stiller at SXSW on March 9, 2025.

Apple's Eddy Cue at a featured session with Ben Stiller at SXSW on March 9, 2025.

Ben Stiller, director and executive producer of the Apple TV+ series "Severance," during a featured session with Apple's  Eddy Cue at SXSW on March 9, 2025.

Ben Stiller, director and executive producer of the Apple TV+ series "Severance," during a featured session with Apple's Eddy Cue at SXSW on March 9, 2025.

Actor Bella Ramsey during the SXSW featured session with The Last of Us Cast and Creators on March 8, 2025.

Actor Bella Ramsey during the SXSW featured session with The Last of Us Cast and Creators on March 8, 2025.

Actor Pedro Pascal laughs during the SXSW featured session with The Last of Us Cast and Creators on March 8, 2025.

Actor Pedro Pascal laughs during the SXSW featured session with The Last of Us Cast and Creators on March 8, 2025.

Rapper Shao Dow performs at the British Music Embassy showcase at Palm Door at SXSW on March 13, 2025.

Rapper Shao Dow performs at the British Music Embassy showcase at Palm Door at SXSW on March 13, 2025.

Actress Sadie Sink on the red carpet for the SXSW premiere of "O'Dessa" at the Paramount Theatre on March 8, 2025.

Actress Sadie Sink on the red carpet for the SXSW premiere of "O'Dessa" at the Paramount Theatre on March 8, 2025.

The Paramount Theatre on March 13, 2025 before the premiere of "On Swift Horses."

The Paramount Theatre on March 13, 2025 before the premiere of "On Swift Horses."

Actress Daisy Edgar-Jones and actor Diego Calva on the red carpet for the SXSW premiere of "On Swift Horses" at the Paramount Theatre on March 13, 2025.

Actress Daisy Edgar-Jones and actor Diego Calva on the red carpet for the SXSW premiere of "On Swift Horses" at the Paramount Theatre on March 13, 2025.

A crowd waits for the cast of "On Swift Horses" at the Paramount Theatre on March 13, 2025.

A crowd waits for the cast of "On Swift Horses" at the Paramount Theatre on March 13, 2025.

Actress Daisy Edgar-Jones ahead of the red carpet for the SXSW premiere of "On Swift Horses" at the Paramount Theatre on March 13, 2025.

Actress Daisy Edgar-Jones ahead of the red carpet for the SXSW premiere of "On Swift Horses" at the Paramount Theatre on March 13, 2025.

Actress Sahsa Calle is interviewed on the red carpet for the SXSW premiere of "On Swift Horses" at the Paramount Theatre on March 13, 2025.

Actress Sahsa Calle is interviewed on the red carpet for the SXSW premiere of "On Swift Horses" at the Paramount Theatre on March 13, 2025.

Actor Matthew McConaughey on the red carpet for the SXSW premiere of "The Rivals of Amziah King" at the Paramount Theatre on March 10, 2025.

Actor Matthew McConaughey on the red carpet for the SXSW premiere of "The Rivals of Amziah King" at the Paramount Theatre on March 10, 2025.

Actor Matthew McConaughey on the red carpet for the SXSW premiere of "The Rivals of Amziah King" at the Paramount Theatre on March 10, 2025.

Actor Matthew McConaughey on the red carpet for the SXSW premiere of "The Rivals of Amziah King" at the Paramount Theatre on March 10, 2025.

Actress Angelina LookingGlass on the red carpet for the SXSW premiere of "The Rivals of Amziah King" at the Paramount Theatre on March 10, 2025.

Actress Angelina LookingGlass on the red carpet for the SXSW premiere of "The Rivals of Amziah King" at the Paramount Theatre on March 10, 2025.

Actor Gabriel Luna throws up the "Hook 'Em" on the red carpet or the SXSW premiere of "The Astronaut" at ZACH Theatre on March 7, 2025.

Actor Gabriel Luna throws up the "Hook 'Em" on the red carpet or the SXSW premiere of "The Astronaut" at ZACH Theatre on March 7, 2025.

Actress Daisy Ridley on the red carpet or the SXSW premiere of "We Bury the Dead" at ZACH Theatre on March 9, 2025.

Actress Daisy Ridley on the red carpet or the SXSW premiere of "We Bury the Dead" at ZACH Theatre on March 9, 2025.

Actor Nicolas Cage on the red carpet or the SXSW premiere of "The Surfer" at ZACH Theatre on March 10, 2025.

Actor Nicolas Cage on the red carpet or the SXSW premiere of "The Surfer" at ZACH Theatre on March 10, 2025.

Head coach Rodney Terry yells during Texas' game against Arkansas on Feb. 5, 2025.

[Photo] Texas men’s basketball is on the right side of bubble leading into Selection Sunday

March 16, 2025

Head coach Rodney Terry yells during Texas' game against Arkansas on Feb. 5, 2025.

Pop artist Winnie Ama performs at the British Music Embassy showcase at SXSW on March 13, 2025.

[Photo] Q&A: Electronic-disco-soul-inspired artist Winnie Ama on independent artistry, SXSW performances

March 13, 2025

Pop artist Winnie Ama performs at the British Music Embassy showcase at SXSW on March 13, 2025.

Texas forward Jayson Kent guards Alabama’s Mouhamed Dioubate during the Longhorn’s game against the Crimson Tide on Feb. 11, 2025.

[Photo] Texas faces in-state rival Texas A&M in SEC tournament second round

March 12, 2025

Texas forward Jayson Kent guards Alabama’s Mouhamed Dioubate during the Longhorn’s game against the Crimson Tide on Feb. 11, 2025.

Infielder Jalin Flores throws the ball to third base to get an out during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

[Photo] The Texas changeup: Getting Mississippi State’s perspective on upcoming baseball series

March 12, 2025

Infielder Jalin Flores throws the ball to third base to get an out during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Right-handed pitcher Teagan Kavan pitches the ball to a batter during Texas' game against the University of Louisiana on Feb. 23, 2024. The game was the Longhorn's first in the Long Star State Invitational tournament this weekend.

[Photo] No. 1 Texas softball keeps winning, takes first game of the series against Tennessee

April 12, 2025

Right-handed pitcher Teagan Kavan pitches the ball to a batter during Texas' game against the University of Louisiana on Feb. 23, 2024. The game was the Longhorn's first in the Long Star State Invitational...

Guard Tramon Mark during Texas' game against Oklahoma on March 8, 2025.

[Photo] Texas loses last home conference game to Oklahoma in Red River bubble matchup

March 9, 2025

Guard Tramon Mark during Texas' game against Oklahoma on March 8, 2025.

Forward Arthur Kaluma attempts to steal the ball from Oklahoma's Jalon Moore during Texas' game against the Sooners on March 8, 2025.

Forward Arthur Kaluma attempts to steal the ball from Oklahoma's Jalon Moore during Texas' game against the Sooners on March 8, 2025.

Forward Devon Pryor guards Oklahoma's Dayton Forsythe during Texas' game against the Sooners on March 8, 2025.

Forward Devon Pryor guards Oklahoma's Dayton Forsythe during Texas' game against the Sooners on March 8, 2025.

Freshman guard Tre Johnson shoots the ball during Texas' game against Oklahoma on March 8, 2025.

Freshman guard Tre Johnson shoots the ball during Texas' game against Oklahoma on March 8, 2025.

Senior defensive back Jahdae Barron ahead of Texas' game against Florida on Nov. 9, 2024.

[Photo] Evaluating Top Longhorns in NFL Draft: Skills positions

March 7, 2025

Senior defensive back Jahdae Barron ahead of Texas' game against Florida on Nov. 9, 2024.

Offensive lineman Kelvin Banks Jr. during Texas' playoff game against Clemson on Dec. 21, 2024.

[Photo] Evaluating Top Longhorns in NFL Draft: Linemen

March 7, 2025

Offensive lineman Kelvin Banks Jr. during Texas' playoff game against Clemson on Dec. 21, 2024.

Outside the Austin Convention Center on day seven of South by Southwest, March 15, 2024.

[Photo] Longhorns balance course loads while working SXSW

March 7, 2025

Outside the Austin Convention Center on day seven of South by Southwest, March 15, 2024.

People in the lobby of the Austin Convention Center during South by Southwest on March 15, 2024. March 15 was the final day of conferences for the festival.

[Photo] Letter from the editor: SXSW offers platform for young voices, access to new ideas despite prestige

March 7, 2025

People in the lobby of the Austin Convention Center during South by Southwest on March 15, 2024. March 15 was the final day of conferences for the festival.

Right-handed pitcher Teagan Kavan pitches the ball to a batter during Texas' game against the University of Louisiana on Feb. 23, 2024. The game was the Longhorn's first in the Long Star State Invitational tournament this weekend.

[Photo] Sophomore pitcher Teagan Kavan continues to shine in No. 1/2 Texas softball win against Baylor

March 5, 2025

Right-handed pitcher Teagan Kavan pitches the ball to a batter during Texas' game against the University of Louisiana on Feb. 23, 2024. The game was the Longhorn's first in the Long Star State Invitational...

People in the lobby of the Austin Convention Center during South by Southwest on March 15, 2024. March 15 was the final day of conferences for the festival.

People in the lobby of the Austin Convention Center during South by Southwest on March 15, 2024. March 15 was the final day of conferences for the festival.

Senior Aaliyah Moore with her family during Texas' senior day recognition March 2, 2025.

Senior Aaliyah Moore with her family during Texas' senior day recognition March 2, 2025.

Head coach Vic Schaefer blows out candles for his birthday during Texas' senior day recognition March 2, 2025. Schaefer's birthday was the same day as the women's basketball teams senior day.

Head coach Vic Schaefer blows out candles for his birthday during Texas' senior day recognition March 2, 2025. Schaefer's birthday was the same day as the women's basketball teams senior day.

Senior Rori Harmon cuts off a piece of the net during Texas' senior day recognition March 2, 2025.

Senior Rori Harmon cuts off a piece of the net during Texas' senior day recognition March 2, 2025.

Senior guard Rori Harmon sheds a tear as she is honored during Texas' senior day recognition March 2, 2025.

Senior guard Rori Harmon sheds a tear as she is honored during Texas' senior day recognition March 2, 2025.

Senior Aaliyah Moore cuts off a piece of the net during Texas' senior day recognition March 2, 2025.

Senior Aaliyah Moore cuts off a piece of the net during Texas' senior day recognition March 2, 2025.

Head coach Vic Schaefer watches senior Rori Harmon walk out with her family during Texas' senior day recognition March 2, 2025.

Head coach Vic Schaefer watches senior Rori Harmon walk out with her family during Texas' senior day recognition March 2, 2025.

Head coach Vic Schaefer embraces senior Aaliyah Moore during Texas' senior day recognition March 2, 2025.

Head coach Vic Schaefer embraces senior Aaliyah Moore during Texas' senior day recognition March 2, 2025.

The Texas women's basketball team reacts to the coin flip decision for the No. 1 seed in the SEC Tournament after Texas and South Carolina were named co-regular season champions on March 2, 2025. The coin flip awarded South Carolina the No. 1 seed.

[Photo] Texas women’s basketball to hold No. 2 seed in SEC tournament

March 2, 2025

The Texas women's basketball team reacts to the coin flip decision for the No. 1 seed in the SEC Tournament after Texas and South Carolina were named co-regular season champions on March 2, 2025. The coin...

Sophomore Madison Booker (left) and senior Aaliyah Moore (right) pose with their SEC Champions hats after Texas' win against Florida on March 2, 2025.

Sophomore Madison Booker (left) and senior Aaliyah Moore (right) pose with their SEC Champions hats after Texas' win against Florida on March 2, 2025.

Head coach Vic Schaefer and the women's basketball team pose with the SEC Championship trophy on March 2, 2025.

Head coach Vic Schaefer and the women's basketball team pose with the SEC Championship trophy on March 2, 2025.

Senior guard Rori Harmon after Texas clinched the SEC Championship title on March 2, 2025.

Senior guard Rori Harmon after Texas clinched the SEC Championship title on March 2, 2025.

The Texas women's basketball team with the SEC Championship trophy on March 2, 2025.

[Photo] Texas celebra el senior day y derrota a Florida en el último partido de la temporada regular

March 4, 2025

The Texas women's basketball team with the SEC Championship trophy on March 2, 2025.

Texas players Ndjakalenga Mwenentanda (left) and Taylor Jones (right) guard Florida's Laila Reynolds during the Longhorn's game against the Gators on March 2, 2025.

Texas players Ndjakalenga Mwenentanda (left) and Taylor Jones (right) guard Florida's Laila Reynolds during the Longhorn's game against the Gators on March 2, 2025.

Head coach ‎Vic Schaefer embraces senior guard Shay Holle on the sidelines during Texas' game against Florida on March 2, 2025.

Head coach ‎Vic Schaefer embraces senior guard Shay Holle on the sidelines during Texas' game against Florida on March 2, 2025.

Junior guard Ndjakalenga Mwenentanda attempts to make a shot over Florida's Liv McGill during the Longhorn's game against the Gators on March 2, 2025.

Junior guard Ndjakalenga Mwenentanda attempts to make a shot over Florida's Liv McGill during the Longhorn's game against the Gators on March 2, 2025.

Florida's Alexia Gassett guards senior forward Taylor Jones during the Longhorn's game against the Gators on March 2, 2025.

Florida's Alexia Gassett guards senior forward Taylor Jones during the Longhorn's game against the Gators on March 2, 2025.

Junior forward Kyla Oldacre drives for the basket during Texas' game against Florida on March 2, 2025.

Junior forward Kyla Oldacre drives for the basket during Texas' game against Florida on March 2, 2025.

Florida' Liv McGill fouls Texas guard Rori Harmon during the Longhorn's game against the Gators on March 2, 2025.

Florida' Liv McGill fouls Texas guard Rori Harmon during the Longhorn's game against the Gators on March 2, 2025.

Mascot "Hook 'Em" during Texas' women's basketball game against Florida on March 2, 2025.

Mascot "Hook 'Em" during Texas' women's basketball game against Florida on March 2, 2025.

A young fan in the crowd during Texas' women's basketball game against Florida on March 2, 2025.

A young fan in the crowd during Texas' women's basketball game against Florida on March 2, 2025.

Freshman Tre Johnson guards Georgia's Dylan James during Texas' against the Bulldogs game on March 1, 2025.

Freshman Tre Johnson guards Georgia's Dylan James during Texas' against the Bulldogs game on March 1, 2025.

Forwards Arthur Kaluma (left) and Devon Pryor (right) guard Georgia's Save Drezgic during Texas' against the Bulldogs game on March 1, 2025.

Forwards Arthur Kaluma (left) and Devon Pryor (right) guard Georgia's Save Drezgic during Texas' against the Bulldogs game on March 1, 2025.

Georgia's Asa Newell attempts to block a shot from forward Jayson Kent during Texas' against the Bulldogs game on March 1, 2025.

Georgia's Asa Newell attempts to block a shot from forward Jayson Kent during Texas' against the Bulldogs game on March 1, 2025.

Guard Julian Larry on the bench during Texas' game against Georgia on March 1, 2025.

Guard Julian Larry on the bench during Texas' game against Georgia on March 1, 2025.

Guard Julian Larry passes the ball around Georgia's Somto Cyril during Texas' against the Bulldogs game  on March 1, 2025.

Guard Julian Larry passes the ball around Georgia's Somto Cyril during Texas' against the Bulldogs game on March 1, 2025.

Forward Devon Pryor passes the ball during Texas' game against Georgia on March 1, 2025.

Forward Devon Pryor passes the ball during Texas' game against Georgia on March 1, 2025.

Forward Arthur Kaluma reacts to a call by a ref during Texas' game against Georgia on March 1, 2025.

Forward Arthur Kaluma reacts to a call by a ref during Texas' game against Georgia on March 1, 2025.

Texas players Arthur Kaluma (left) and Tre Johnson (right) attempt to block a shot from Georgia's Dakota Leffew during Texas' against the Bulldogs game on March 1, 2025.

Texas players Arthur Kaluma (left) and Tre Johnson (right) attempt to block a shot from Georgia's Dakota Leffew during Texas' against the Bulldogs game on March 1, 2025.

Freshman Eszter Meri backhands the ball to Texas A&M's Mia Kupres during a match on Feb. 23, 2025.

[Photo] Texas tennis duo makes back-to-back appearances as SEC Freshman of the Week

February 28, 2025

Freshman Eszter Meri backhands the ball to Texas A&M's Mia Kupres during a match on Feb. 23, 2025.

Head coach ‎Vic Schaefer smiles in the huddle with players Bryanna Preston (left) and Madison Booker (right) after Texas’ win against LSU on Feb. 16, 2025.

[Photo] El equipo de baloncesto femenino de Texas alcanza el #1 por primera vez en 21 años

February 26, 2025

Head coach ‎Vic Schaefer smiles in the huddle with players Bryanna Preston (left) and Madison Booker (right) after Texas’ win against LSU on Feb. 16, 2025.

Guard Rori Harmon enters the Moody Center ahead of Texas' game against LSU on Feb. 16, 2025.

Guard Rori Harmon enters the Moody Center ahead of Texas' game against LSU on Feb. 16, 2025.

Texas' huddle after the win against LSU on Feb. 16, 2025.

Texas' huddle after the win against LSU on Feb. 16, 2025.

Government sophomore Ava Saunders poses for a portrait on the Moody Bridge on Feb. 20, 2025.

Government sophomore Ava Saunders poses for a portrait on the Moody Bridge on Feb. 20, 2025.

Freshman Salma Drugdovahits the ball during a doubles match against A&M on Feb. 23, 2025.

[Photo] Longhorns down Horned Frogs on road in final non-conference match of season

February 23, 2025

Freshman Salma Drugdovahits the ball during a doubles match against A&M on Feb. 23, 2025.

Outfielder Max Beyleu with head coach Jim  Schlossnagle and teammates after scoring the first run during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Outfielder Max Beyleu with head coach Jim Schlossnagle and teammates after scoring the first run during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

First baseman Kimble Schuessler tags a player out for a double play during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

First baseman Kimble Schuessler tags a player out for a double play during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Right-handed pitcher Andre Duplantier II during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Right-handed pitcher Andre Duplantier II during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Catcher Rylan Galvan prepares to hit the ball during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Catcher Rylan Galvan prepares to hit the ball during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Infielder Casey Borba watches a pitch during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Infielder Casey Borba watches a pitch during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Outfielder Easton Winfield safe at first base during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

[Photo] Grubbs saves Longhorns, eking out 3–2 victory over Dartmouth

February 22, 2025

Outfielder Easton Winfield safe at first base during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Outfielder Max Beyleu prepares to hit the ball during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Outfielder Max Beyleu prepares to hit the ball during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Outfielder Will Gasparino prepares to hit the ball during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Outfielder Will Gasparino prepares to hit the ball during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Right-handed pitcher Drew Rerick during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Right-handed pitcher Drew Rerick during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Infielder Adrian Rodriguez tags a player out at third base during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Infielder Adrian Rodriguez tags a player out at third base during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Infielder Jalin Flores throws the ball to third base to get an out during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Infielder Jalin Flores throws the ball to third base to get an out during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Infielder Kimble Schuessler misses a pitch during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Infielder Kimble Schuessler misses a pitch during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Left-handed pitcher Luke Harrison during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Left-handed pitcher Luke Harrison during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Infielder Adrian Rodriguez slides to third base during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Infielder Adrian Rodriguez slides to third base during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Infielder Jalin Flores is tagged out at home base during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Infielder Jalin Flores is tagged out at home base during Texas' game against Dartmouth on Feb. 22, 2025.

Religious studies junior Hasan Ansari stands for a portrait with his art in the Texas Union building on Feb. 17, 2025. Ansari was an organizer for the Texas Muslim Students' Association Art Festival.

[Photo] Muslim Student Association represents Islamic culture through campus art festival

February 18, 2025

Religious studies junior Hasan Ansari stands for a portrait with his art in the Texas Union building on Feb. 17, 2025. Ansari was an organizer for the Texas Muslim Students' Association Art Festival.

The Texas Capitol on Aug. 25, 2024.

The Texas Capitol on Aug. 25, 2024.

Head coach ‎Vic Schaefer hugs forward Madison Booker after Texas' win against LSU on Feb. 16, 2025.

Head coach ‎Vic Schaefer hugs forward Madison Booker after Texas' win against LSU on Feb. 16, 2025.

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