McKenzie Henningsen

McKenzie Henningsen, Associate Opinion Editor & Associate Copy Desk Chief

McKenzie Henningsen is a junior English and advertising double major from Austin, Texas. She currently serves as Associate Opinion editor and Associate Copy Desk Chief.

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Was that really necessary?

Lucero Ponce and McKenzie Henningsen • April 26, 2024

Lucero Ponce and McKenzie Henningsen argue that increased police presence during protests only causes fear.

Opinion writing requires a nuanced, creative approach

McKenzie Henningsen, Editor-in-Chief Candidate • February 20, 2024

Editor-in-chief candidate McKenzie Henningsen argues that the opinion department needs to emphasize unique coverage to accurately represent the campus community.

The Daily Texan will stand for empathy, diligence, fairness. Always.

McKenzie Henningsen, Editor-in-Chief Candidate • February 15, 2024

Editor-in-chief candidate McKenzie Henningsen shares her vision for The Daily Texan.

Taking the ‘I’ out of politics

McKenzie Henningsen, Associate Opinion Editor • January 25, 2024

Associate editor McKenzie Henningsen argues that self-importance hinders political progress.

Students carry the weight of SB 17

McKenzie Henningsen, Associate Opinion Editor • January 15, 2024

Associate opinion editor McKenzie Henningsen argues that SB 17 doesn’t have to change diverse campus culture.

Death to the rise-and-grind mindset

McKenzie Henningsen, Associate Opinion Editor • September 26, 2023

Associate opinion editor McKenzie Henningsen urges students to consider their mental health before accepting opportunities.

All roads lead to arts

McKenzie Henningsen, Associate Opinion Editor • September 13, 2023

Associate opinion editor McKenzie Henningsen advises artsy students to try as many paths as possible.

You don’t need social media to be social

McKenzie Henningsen, Associate Editor • August 28, 2023

Associate editor McKenzie Henningsen shares her experience deleting social media and encourages students to unplug.

(Re)framing our idea of the literary canon

McKenzie Henningsen, Columnist • August 7, 2023

Columnist McKenzie Henningsen argues that the English department’s emphasis on diversity is essential to student success.

Publish internal transfer admission statistics

McKenzie Henningsen, Columnist • August 3, 2023

Changing course is an expected part of the undergraduate experience. With access to 13 schools and 170 areas of study, it makes sense that some students may decide to focus their studies on a different...

Life-skills courses shouldn’t be overlooked

McKenzie Henningsen, Columnist • July 17, 2023

Columnist McKenzie Henningsen proposes a new UT course to teach students the fundamentals of adulthood, easing the transition to college.

Librarians: classroom tools for success

McKenzie Henningsen, Columnist • July 9, 2023

Columnist McKenzie Henningsen calls on professors to utilize librarians and their resources in class.