If they weren’t eating at Chick-fil-A, Zaheer Pirani and his three roommates inevitably started their daily quarrel about where to eat. Tired of arguing with his friends, Pirani chose to solve the problem.
“At...
Editor's Note: This story first appeared in The Daily Texan's March 10 print edition.
The Daily Texan’s team of South by Southwest Online reporters have created a list of must-sees for students...
Editor's Note: This story first appeared in The Daily Texan's March 10 print edition.
There are 52 weeks in a year, but for rapper Mama Duke, only one really mattered: South by Southwest.
Bouncing...
Performed near the warm shores of Kingston, Jamaica, The Island Stage showcase at South by Southwest Online presented by Therapy created an experience so magical it was as if the rhythms floated through...
Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Rob Markman has always been engulfed in the music scene. Even graduating with a bachelor’s degree in media studies, Markman struggled to find his place in both...
Even while working on a documentary exploring life on tour with his sister (“Billie Eilish: The World’s a Little Blurry”), Finneas O'Connell still made time for his future and lifelong...
After missing his 10:30 a.m. speech at South by Southwest in 1992 due to performing at a concert the night before, Willie Nelson made his first keynote debut at the 2021 online festival Wednesday.
In...
Wednesday, March 17
Live from New York, it’s The Legendary SOBs, Sounds of Brazil, Latinx Night 1.
The second installment in the SOBs South by Southwest virtual 2021 festival, Latinx Night...
From hip-hop to psychedelic rock, this year’s online South by Southwest festival will include 30 musical acts hailing from Austin, Texas.
The Daily Texan talked to 12 artists about their sound, inspiration,...
As they slurped their freshly made pasta underneath twinkling string lights, Amy Deaton and her freshman year roommates knew they had found their favorite eatery in a new city they now called home.
“We...
Whether you’re head over heels in love or just vibing to the beat of your own drum, everyone deserves to treat themselves this Valentine’s Day.
It can be stressful trying to plan a...
Editor’s Note: This story was updated regularly until Sunday, February 22. Information within this story may no longer be up to date.
As inclement weather continues, individuals on campus,...
Editor’s Note: This story was updated regularly until Sunday, February 22. Information within this story may no longer be or up to date.
Freezing temperatures, unsafe road conditions and low power...
Editor's Note: This story first appeared in The Daily Texan's February 5 online edition.
TW: This story contains mentions of mental health. If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis,...
Editor's Note: This story first appeared in The Daily Texan's February 2 print edition.
Four-year-old Riya Mahesh didn’t have much choice in attending her first piano lesson, her mother...
With a stack of pancakes and design sketches sitting on the restaurant table, Harri Horsley was suddenly interrupted by the arrival of their receipt. On the back, their waitress had drawn a smiling caricature...
Kendyl Clayton’s text message alert chimes. Glancing at the screen, she sees her nail technician has responded to her latest bright-colored polish design idea in preparation for her biweekly appointment.
“Everyone’s...
As she ran through the crowd, taking pictures with life-size versions of her favorite fictional characters, wide-eyed, 12-year-old Dali Morales knew she had found a home within the cosplay community.
“It...
After walking in and out of the tattoo shop multiple times trying to decide if their impulsive idea was worth it, Jimena De la Mora and her two best friends sat down in the parlor chairs and watched as...
Although he may have some turkey or buttery mashed potatoes, Oscar Armando Lopez III said he looks forward to his family’s dishes, such as pozole and empanadas de cajeta, during Thanksgiving.
Some...
With a bunch of silver and gold chain necklaces around her neck, Susannah Joffe applied blush to her face as she got ready for a night out. Peering into the mirror, she said her journey to music started...
From flashy color streaks to mohawks, expressive hair is not uncommon to see while walking around campus.
Some students have dyed or cut their hair in unique ways since quarantine began. As they continue...
School of Nursing clinical students received a package of personal protective equipment at the beginning of the semester, said Leigh Goldstein, a clinical assistant professor of nursing. Some nursing students...
Christian Coffey is a lyricist producing music in the rap and R&B genres, but he said he doesn’t want to confine himself to a single genre. Coffey’s love for music started in middle school,...
Abhi Velaga is a one-man-band: The computer science senior plays instruments, contributes vocals and produces all of his own songs.
Velaga has been releasing rock music since 2015 under the name...
Student organizations are adapting to COVID-19 regulations by participating in virtual community service, which some students say is limiting possible connections.
Amulya Cherian, the internal service...
Students say their ability to produce media content with high-quality equipment has been limited because of restrictions on University resources.
Kathleen Mabley, director of marketing and communication...
It’s that time of year again where we all pretend it’s cooler than 80 degrees, put on our best fall outfits and watch spooky movies with friends.
Some of us like to relax and enjoy...
Even when the world feels upside down, some students can count on their four-legged friends to make them feel better.
Sustainability studies junior Vincent Dominguez said his 4-month-old kitten Mitski...
Texas Tour Guides will incorporate a completely online campus tour option for prospective students for the first time because of the pandemic.
Instead of roaming campus to get a feel for life at UT,...
Crowd-surfing, headbanging and masses of sweaty bodies jumping up and down used to be the essence of attending a concert. Now, fans must stay in their own space away from fellow audience members.
“The...
Students used to eat pizza and pull all-nighters in the textiles and apparel draping lab as they worked on their class projects with “Jersey Shore” playing in the background. Now, the white-walled...
