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Official newspaper of The University of Texas at Austin

The Daily Texan

Official newspaper of The University of Texas at Austin

The Daily Texan

Lorianne Willett, Photo Editor

Lorianne is a Journalism and Global Sustainability junior from San Antonio, Texas. Currently, she is the Photo Editor. In her free time, she enjoys reading and playing tennis.
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Queer Eye star Jonathan Van Ness speaks to protestors at the Texas state capitol on March 27, 2023.

Queer Eye star Jonathan Van Ness speaks to protestors at the Texas state capitol on March 27, 2023.

A counter-protester confronts the crowd at a rally at the Texas state capitol on March 27, 2023. The rally was held in protest of House Bill 1869 and Senate Bill 14.

A counter-protester confronts the crowd at a rally at the Texas state capitol on March 27, 2023. The rally was held in protest of House Bill 1869 and Senate Bill 14.

A protester chants at a Trans Rights Rally held at the Texas state capitol on March 27, 2023.

A protester chants at a Trans Rights Rally held at the Texas state capitol on March 27, 2023.

A counter-protester confronts the crowd at a rally at the Texas state capitol on March 27, 2023. The rally was held in protest of House Bill 1686.

A counter-protester confronts the crowd at a rally at the Texas state capitol on March 27, 2023. The rally was held in protest of House Bill 1686.

Queer Eye star Jonathan Van Ness speaks to protestors at the Texas state capitol on March 27, 2023.

Queer Eye star Jonathan Van Ness speaks to protestors at the Texas state capitol on March 27, 2023.

Two protestors hold hands during a rally at the Texas state capitol on March 27, 2023. The rally was held in protest of House Bill 1686.

Two protestors hold hands during a rally at the Texas state capitol on March 27, 2023. The rally was held in protest of House Bill 1686.

Protestors gathered at the Texas state capitol to rally against House Bill 1686 on March 27, 2023. The two bills, if passed, would prohibit gender transitioning in youth.

Protestors gathered at the Texas state capitol to rally against House Bill 1686 on March 27, 2023. The two bills, if passed, would prohibit gender transitioning in youth.

Protestors gather at the Texas state capitol to rally against House Bill 1869 and Senate Bill 14 on March 27, 2023. The two bills, if passed, would prohibit gender transitioning in youth.

Protestors gather at the Texas state capitol to rally against House Bill 1869 and Senate Bill 14 on March 27, 2023. The two bills, if passed, would prohibit gender transitioning in youth.

The Ophelias perform at Central Presbyterian Church on March 14, 2023.

The Ophelias perform at Central Presbyterian Church on March 14, 2023.

People walk past bars and food trucks on 6th street on March 14, 2023 as clouds form overhead.

People walk past bars and food trucks on 6th street on March 14, 2023 as clouds form overhead.

A woman dressed as a nun stands outside the Stateside theater on March 14, 2023. Ahead of the premiere of their new show "Mrs. Davis," Peacock organized a group of women to walk around SXSW dressed as nuns.

A woman dressed as a nun stands outside the Stateside theater on March 14, 2023. Ahead of the premiere of their new show "Mrs. Davis," Peacock organized a group of women to walk around SXSW dressed as...

People dressed as Tetris characters appear on the red carpet on March 15, 2023.

People dressed as Tetris characters appear on the red carpet on March 15, 2023.

Col Goudie poses on the Red Carpet on March 15, 2023. Goudie is one of the film editors on "Tetris," a film that premiered at SXSW this year.

Col Goudie poses on the Red Carpet on March 15, 2023. Goudie is one of the film editors on "Tetris," a film that premiered at SXSW this year.

Kade Gottlieb, known as stage name Gottmik, enters a panel at SXSW on March 16, 2023.

Kade Gottlieb, known as stage name Gottmik, enters a panel at SXSW on March 16, 2023.

Spencer Peppet, lead singer of The Ophelias, performs at Central Presbyterian Church on March 12, 2023.

Spencer Peppet, lead singer of The Ophelias, performs at Central Presbyterian Church on March 12, 2023.

Heather Morris talks to reporters during the world premiere of "Cora Bora" on March 12, 2023.

Heather Morris talks to reporters during the world premiere of "Cora Bora" on March 12, 2023.

Festivalgoers roam and wander outside of the Austin Convention Center on March 13, 2023.

[Photo] Photo Gallery: SXSW 2023

March 20, 2023

Festivalgoers roam and wander outside of the Austin Convention Center on March 13, 2023.

Festivalgoers travel up and down the escalators at the Austin Convention Center on March 13, 2023.

Festivalgoers travel up and down the escalators at the Austin Convention Center on March 13, 2023.

A student walks past Hole In The Wall on March 20, 2023. A car recently crashed into the bar, causing damage to the front of the building.

[Photo] La comunidad se une para apoyar a un empleado lesionado durante un incidente en Hole in the Wall

March 28, 2023

A student walks past Hole In The Wall on March 20, 2023. A car recently crashed into the bar, causing damage to the front of the building.

Festivalgoers roam and wander outside of the Austin Convention Center on March 13, 2023.

Photo Gallery: SXSW 2023

Julius Shieh, Alex Luevano, Joy Li, and Lorianne Willett March 20, 2023

Attendees flocked to downtown Austin for a week of movies, music and more during SXSW 2023. Take a glimpse at some of the Texan's favorite photos from the festival.  

Haley Reinhart performs at 3TEN ACL Live on Feb. 26, 2023. Reinhart is currently on her tour "Off The Ground."

Photo Gallery: Haley Reinhart

Lorianne Willett, Senior Photgrapher February 28, 2023

Haley Reinhart performs at 3TEN ACL Live on Feb. 26, 2023.

Philosophy senior Emma Guerrero sits outside of the Littlefield House on Feb. 27, 2023. Guerrero was recently cast as the lead for the UT play "Cult Classic Vacation."

[Photo] Of many hats: student musician finds community in UT theater

February 27, 2023

Philosophy senior Emma Guerrero sits outside of the Littlefield House on Feb. 27, 2023. Guerrero was recently cast as the lead for the UT play "Cult Classic Vacation."

Senior forward Timmy Allen runs downcourt during Texas' game versus Texas Tech on Jan. 14, 2023.

[Photo] No. 8 Texas projected No. 2-seed in March Madness but ceiling could be higher

February 22, 2023

Senior forward Timmy Allen runs downcourt during Texas' game versus Texas Tech on Jan. 14, 2023.

Corporate communications junior Audrey Atienza poses outside of the DMC on February 15, 2023. Atienza is a popular YouTuber with over 130,000 subscribers.

[Photo] UT student YouTuber Audrey Atienza talks documenting college life, staying authentic to herself

February 19, 2023

Corporate communications junior Audrey Atienza poses outside of the DMC on February 15, 2023. Atienza is a popular YouTuber with over 130,000 subscribers.

Ayleen Valentine performs at Empire Garage on Feb. 11, 2023. Valentine is currently touring with Riz La Vie.

Photo Gallery: Ayleen Valentine

Lorianne Willett, Senior Photgrapher February 13, 2023

Guard Rori Harmon runs downcourt during Texas' game versus Wayland on Nov. 4, 2022.

Guard Rori Harmon runs downcourt during Texas' game versus Wayland on Nov. 4, 2022.

Guard Shaylee Gonzales runs downcourt during Texas' game against Wayland on Nov. 4, 2022.

[Photo] No. 24 Texas women's basketball records fourth-straight win, beats West Virginia 69-56

February 1, 2023

Guard Shaylee Gonzales runs downcourt during Texas' game against Wayland on Nov. 4, 2022.

Dr. Suri and his son, Zachary, sit at the desk where they record their podcast, This Is Democracy, on Jan. 27, 2023.

[Photo] Professor, son talk democracy with weekly podcast

January 30, 2023

Dr. Suri and his son, Zachary, sit at the desk where they record their podcast, This Is Democracy, on Jan. 27, 2023.

On Jan. 22, 2023, Madly Kilburn protests the overturn of Roe v. Wade outside of the Texas State Capitol.

Photo Gallery: Roe v. Wade

Peyton Sims, Lorianne Willett, and Alex Luevano January 23, 2023

After the one year anniversary of Roe v. Wade being overturned, protesters gathered outside of the Texas State Capitol on Jan. 22, 2023.

Guard Sir'Jabari Rice goes in for a layup during the Texas men's basketball game against Texas Tech on Jan. 14, 2023. Texas beat Texas Tech 72-70.

[Photo] Sir’Jabari Rice and his shot fake are for real

January 23, 2023

Guard Sir'Jabari Rice goes in for a layup during the Texas men's basketball game against Texas Tech on Jan. 14, 2023. Texas beat Texas Tech 72-70.

Alexander Feinstein, along with Jerold Holmon and Surekha Balakrishnan, introduced legislation at the Student Government meeting on Nov. 1, 2022. The legislation calls for the university to ban Kanye West music at UT sporting events.

[Photo] Student Government advocates for banning Kanye West music from UT sporting events

November 2, 2022

Alexander Feinstein, along with Jerold Holmon and Surekha Balakrishnan, introduced legislation at the Student Government meeting on Nov. 1, 2022. The legislation calls for the university to ban Kanye West...

Goalie Savannah Midden kicks the ball downfield during the Texas vs. Oklahoma soccer game on Oct. 27, 2022. Texas beat Oklahoma 3-1.

[Photo] Soccer set to face Texas A&M in NCAA Tournament opener

November 11, 2022

Goalie Savannah Midden kicks the ball downfield during the Texas vs. Oklahoma soccer game on Oct. 27, 2022. Texas beat Oklahoma 3-1.

Outside back Emma Regan runs downfield during Texas' game against OU on October 27, 2022. The Longhorns beat the Sooners 3-1.

[Photo] Soccer upset by West Virginia in semifinals of Big 12 Championship tournament

November 4, 2022

Outside back Emma Regan runs downfield during Texas' game against OU on October 27, 2022. The Longhorns beat the Sooners 3-1.

A student walks past Rambler Apartments on Oct. 5, 2022. The complex is currently under construction in west campus and is set to open before the fall 2023 semester.

[Photo] New student apartment The Rambler to open for fall 2023

October 25, 2022

A student walks past Rambler Apartments on Oct. 5, 2022. The complex is currently under construction in west campus and is set to open before the fall 2023 semester.

Austin Holi Festival 2022

Austin Holi Festival 2022

UT Students and the larger Austin community celebrated Holi at an event hosted by the UT Hindu Student Association. The festival was held was help on the LBJ lawn on April 9, 2022.

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