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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

Shezan Samanani, Video Editor

Shezan is a junior radio-television-film and journalism double major from Calgary, Canada. Currently, she works as video editor and previously reported on women’s tennis and wrote The Weekly Rewind newsletter for the Texan. She loves to be outside and go on picnics in her free time.

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Director of Programs finds a home away from home; leaves after one too many Canada jokes

Director of Programs finds a home away from home; leaves after one too many Canada jokes

Shezan Samanani, Director of Programs April 20, 2023

Out of all the articles I’ve written in my short-lived writing career, this feels like the most difficult one I’ve had to do so far. How am I supposed to sum up the best experience of university in...

Letter from the Editors: Texas Cowboys ad

Dear readers, Page eight of the Texan's March 24 issue features a Texas Cowboys recruitment ad. While it was originally planned to run in Tuesday’s paper, we — The Daily Texan’s editors — objected....

‘Women Talking’ achieves striking social commentary with modern-day relevance

‘Women Talking’ achieves striking social commentary with modern-day relevance

Mimi Calzada and Shezan Samanani December 22, 2022

CW: This film and review discuss sexual violence. Writer and director Sarah Polley’s newest film “Women Talking,” adapted from a novel of the same name, tells the story of a conservative religious...

Red Carpet Highlights from Austin Film Festival

Shezan Samanani, Anita Shiva, Ryan Ranc, and Mimi Calzada November 14, 2022

Check out red carpet highlights from the 29th Annual Austin Film Festival. The Daily Texan asked writers, directors, producers and other crew members about their filmmaking experiences and what they hope...

What Makes Austin Film Festival Special

Shezan Samanani, Anita Shiva, Ryan Ranc, and Mimi Calzada November 8, 2022

The 29th Annual Austin Film Festival took place Oct. 27- Nov. 3. Attendees talk about what makes AFF different from other film festivals and share their experiences regarding the screenwriting conference. This...

Austin Community Protests Following Death of Mahsa Amini

Austin residents and UT students protested at the Texas Capitol on Sept. 26 against the Iranian government, following the death of Mahsa Amini. This video was produced under Video Editor Shezan Samanani.

Rise and Shine for the Texas vs. Alabama Game

The Sept. 10 Texas vs. Alabama football game brought early morning spirit and chaos to DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium. This video was produced under Video Editor Shezan Samanani.

UT Women’s Tennis Highlight

David Pokorny and Shezan Samanani September 12, 2022

The University of Texas at Austin women's tennis team continue onto the NCAA Team Championships in May.

Behind the Scenes of Printing The Daily Texan

Watch a night in The Daily Texan basement where we create our print edition twice a week. Hear from the paper's staff about the steps that go into each paper.

Austin March for Trans Youth

A group gathered in front of the Texas State Capitol to protest Gov. Greg Abbott's recent direction to the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. Abbott's direction called on the state agency...

I Stand With Ukraine Rally in Austin

Shezan Samanani, Sarah Campa, and Bhargav Nallanthigal September 12, 2022

Daily Texan Video highlights the thoughts and chants of the group rallying in solidarity with Ukraine outside of the Texas State Capitol on Monday.

UT's Lunar New Year Celebration

UT’s Lunar New Year Celebration

A look back at UT's Lunar New Year event. Watch this year's performances and hear from attendees about the importance of this on-campus celebration. 

Kylie Collins makes first semifinal appearance in ITF 25K tournament on home turf

Kylie Collins makes first semifinal appearance in ITF 25K tournament on home turf

Shezan Samanani, Sports Reporter December 18, 2021

Editor's Note: This article first appeared in the November 2 flipbook. A few hours before sophomore Kylie Collins and former Longhorn and Swiss player Lulu Sun played together in the doubles semifinal,...

Kylie Collins claims singles title at ITA Texas Regionals

Kylie Collins claims singles title at ITA Texas Regionals

Shezan Samanani, Sports Reporter October 21, 2021

Kylie Collins claimed the singles title at the Intercollegiate Tennis Association Texas Regionals on Monday. The sophomore took the victory over Baylor’s No. 9 Alicia Herrero Linana in two sets, 6-4,...

Meet Texas’ 2021-22 women’s tennis team: professional experience, international experience, a national championship under its belt

Meet Texas’ 2021-22 women’s tennis team: professional experience, international experience, a national championship under its belt

Shezan Samanani, Sports Reporter October 6, 2021

Editor's Note: This article first appeared as part of the September 17 flipbook. The Texas women’s tennis team is coming off of its best season in history. After being crowned the Big 12 and NCAA...

Labraña comes out on top at Furman Invitational

Labraña comes out on top at Furman Invitational

Shezan Samanani, Sports Reporter September 20, 2021

Senior Fernanda Labraña claimed the Flight 5 singles title at the 34th annual Debbie Southern Furman Fall Classic. The Texas women’s tennis team sent six Longhorns to compete in the tournament in Greenville,...

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