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The Daily Texan

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Wide receiver Isaiah Bond evades a tackle during the game against Colorado State on Saturday.

Wide receiver Isaiah Bond evades a tackle during the game against Colorado State on Saturday.

Golfer Tommy Morrison holds up the 2023-2024 Learfield Directors Cup trophy during halftime of the football game against Colorado State on Saturday.

Golfer Tommy Morrison holds up the 2023-2024 Learfield Directors Cup trophy during halftime of the football game against Colorado State on Saturday.

Running back Quintrevion Wisner gets tackled while running with the ball in the second quarter of the game against Colorado State on Saturday.

Running back Quintrevion Wisner gets tackled while running with the ball in the second quarter of the game against Colorado State on Saturday.

Incoming interim provost Rachel Davis Mersey speaks at the Friends of The Daily Texan banquet on March 22, 2024.

[Photo] Executive vice president and provost Sharon Wood to leave position, Rachel Davis Mersey to become interim provost

August 27, 2024

Incoming interim provost Rachel Davis Mersey speaks at the Friends of The Daily Texan banquet on March 22, 2024.

Senior midfielder Lexi Missimo breaks free from her opponents on Oct. 8, 2023 during Texas' game against Iowa State.

[Photo] No. 24 Iowa’s midfield proves too much for No. 12 Texas soccer, Longhorns tie 0-0 despite spark from freshman forward

August 25, 2024

Senior midfielder Lexi Missimo breaks free from her opponents on Oct. 8, 2023 during Texas' game against Iowa State.

Senior midfielder Lexi Missimo runs towards the ball on Sept. 28, 2023 during Texas' game against West Virginia. The Longhorns and Mountaineers ended the game with a 0-0 tie.

[Photo] No. 14 Texas soccer handles Central Michigan despite an early injury to Trinity Byars, defense stays strong yet again

September 1, 2024

Senior midfielder Lexi Missimo runs towards the ball on Sept. 28, 2023 during Texas' game against West Virginia. The Longhorns and Mountaineers ended the game with a 0-0 tie.

Senior Leo Neugebauer floats over the bar during the pole vault event of the decathlon on March 28, 2024. Neugebauer will be representing Team Germany in the 2024 Summer Olympics.

[Photo] Longhorn Olympians: 30 Texas athletes, 7 coaches will compete in 2024 Paris Olympics

July 26, 2024

Senior Leo Neugebauer floats over the bar during the pole vault event of the decathlon on March 28, 2024. Neugebauer will be representing Team Germany in the 2024 Summer Olympics.

Senior Malaika Rapolu hits the ball during singles play against Ava Catanzarite of Oklahoma on March 3, 2024. Rapolu earned Texas' first win of the match with a 6-2, 6-2 victory over Catanzarite.

[Photo] Texas women’s tennis seeks consistency with new faces ahead of SEC debut

July 26, 2024

Senior Malaika Rapolu hits the ball during singles play against Ava Catanzarite of Oklahoma on March 3, 2024. Rapolu earned Texas' first win of the match with a 6-2, 6-2 victory over Catanzarite.

A Texas swimmer competes in the 200m butterfly on Feb. 2, 2024 at a meet against TCU.

[Photo] Texas’ Matt Scoggin joins Olympic coaching staff for fifth time

July 15, 2024

A Texas swimmer competes in the 200m butterfly on Feb. 2, 2024 at a meet against TCU.

A staff member walks into the Austin Pets Alive John Davenport Building on April 10, 2024.

[Photo] Austin Pets Alive employees vote to unionize, forming largest U.S. animal shelter union

June 24, 2024

A staff member walks into the Austin Pets Alive John Davenport Building on April 10, 2024.

Sophomore first baseman Reese Atwood hits the ball during Texas' game against Northwestern State on March 1, 2024.

Sophomore first baseman Reese Atwood hits the ball during Texas' game against Northwestern State on March 1, 2024.

Senior Charlotte Chavatipon serves the ball during singles play against Oklahoma on March 3, 2024.

Senior Charlotte Chavatipon serves the ball during singles play against Oklahoma on March 3, 2024.

Freshman Arianna Brothers runs with the ball down the field on Oct. 8, 2023 at Texas' game against Iowa State.

[Photo] What goes into building the success of Texas soccer

April 25, 2024

Freshman Arianna Brothers runs with the ball down the field on Oct. 8, 2023 at Texas' game against Iowa State.

Senior Lauren Lapomarda's teammates surround her after she scored a goal against Iowa State on Oct. 8, 2023.

Senior Lauren Lapomarda's teammates surround her after she scored a goal against Iowa State on Oct. 8, 2023.

Senior Yusuf Bizimana waves to the crowd after running the anchor leg of the sprint medley relay on March 29, 2024, at the Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays. Bizimana led his relay team to a first place finish, with a final time of 3:15.03.

[Photo] Yusuf Bizimana reflects on observing Ramadan as a student athlete

April 23, 2024

Senior Yusuf Bizimana waves to the crowd after running the anchor leg of the sprint medley relay on March 29, 2024, at the Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays. Bizimana led his relay team to a first place finish,...

Senior Estelle Czech pitches during Texas' game against Houston Christian on Feb. 21, 2024.

[Photo] ‘Family on me’: Texas softball seniors changed program for better

July 1, 2024

Senior Estelle Czech pitches during Texas' game against Houston Christian on Feb. 21, 2024.

Senior Shay Holle keeps the ball away from an opponent on Feb. 4, 2024 at Texas' game against Kansas State.

[Photo] Shay Holle awarded 2023-2024 Academic All-America Team

April 22, 2024

Senior Shay Holle keeps the ball away from an opponent on Feb. 4, 2024 at Texas' game against Kansas State.

Junior Sabina Zeynalova hits the ball during singles play against Oklahoma on March 3, 2024.

[Photo] Texas women’s tennis defeats Oklahoma, heads to final round of Big 12 tournament

April 20, 2024

Junior Sabina Zeynalova hits the ball during singles play against Oklahoma on March 3, 2024.

Senior Peyton Powell drops his bat and runs towards first base during Texas’ game against TCU on Friday. The Longhorns lost to the Horned Frogs 5-0.

[Photo] Texas baseball gets shut out for first time all season against TCU, falls 5-0

April 20, 2024

Senior Peyton Powell drops his bat and runs towards first base during Texas’ game against TCU on Friday. The Longhorns lost to the Horned Frogs 5-0.

Head coach Vic Schaefer talks with his team on March 24, 2024, after the Longhorns beat Alabama in the second round of the March Madness tournament.

[Photo] Texas women’s basketball 2024-25 season preview

June 20, 2024

Head coach Vic Schaefer talks with his team on March 24, 2024, after the Longhorns beat Alabama in the second round of the March Madness tournament.

A staff member walks into the Austin Pets Alive John Davenport Building on April 10, 2024.

[Photo] Austin Pets Alive! to open new location in first installment of four-phase expansion plan

April 19, 2024

A staff member walks into the Austin Pets Alive John Davenport Building on April 10, 2024.

Senior Siem Woldeab hits the ball during doubles against Virginia on Jan. 18, 2024.

[Photo] Men’s tennis Big 12 tournament preview: One last ride for No. 5 Texas

April 17, 2024

Senior Siem Woldeab hits the ball during doubles against Virginia on Jan. 18, 2024.

Senior Leo Neugebauer floats over the bar during the pole vault event of the decathlon on March 28, 2024. Neugebauer placed first in the pole vault with a height of 5.1 meters at the Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays.

[Photo] Los atletas de Texas esperan con ansias los próximos Juegos Olímpicos de París 2024

April 20, 2024

Senior Leo Neugebauer floats over the bar during the pole vault event of the decathlon on March 28, 2024. Neugebauer placed first in the pole vault with a height of 5.1 meters at the Clyde Littlefield...

Freshman Tanner Braunton flips as he dives off the platform on Nov. 3, 2023, at Texas' meet against TCU.

[Photo] From gymnast to diver: freshman Tanner Braunton reflects on successful switch

April 17, 2024

Freshman Tanner Braunton flips as he dives off the platform on Nov. 3, 2023, at Texas' meet against TCU.

Senior Kristine Blazevica jumps over a hurdle during the 100-meter hurdle event of the heptathlon. Blazevica placed third in the heptathlon with 5,662 points.

[Photo] El camino a París: Equipo de atletismo femenino de Texas tiene los ojos puestos en las Olimpiadas

April 18, 2024

Senior Kristine Blazevica jumps over a hurdle during the 100-meter hurdle event of the heptathlon. Blazevica placed third in the heptathlon with 5,662 points.

Senior Taisiya Pachkaleva pumps her fist after scoring a point during singles play against Oklahoma on March 3, 2024.

[Photo] Texas women’s tennis prepares for Big 12 tournament after end of regular season

April 15, 2024

Senior Taisiya Pachkaleva pumps her fist after scoring a point during singles play against Oklahoma on March 3, 2024.

Senior Shay Holle smiles and throws up her horns after defeating Alabama in the second round of March Madness on March 24, 2024.

[Photo] Women’s basketball seniors DeYona Gaston, Shay Holle to take separate career paths after 4 years

April 15, 2024

Senior Shay Holle smiles and throws up her horns after defeating Alabama in the second round of March Madness on March 24, 2024.

Sophomore first baseman Reese Atwood hits the ball during Texas' game against Northwestern State on March 1, 2024.

[Photo] ‘The Golden Retriever’ Reese Atwood shines as Texas sweeps Baylor

April 15, 2024

Sophomore first baseman Reese Atwood hits the ball during Texas' game against Northwestern State on March 1, 2024.

Senior Malaika Rapolu lunges to hit the ball during singles against Oklahoma on March 3, 2024. Rapolu defeated Ava Catanzarite 6-2, 6-2, to help the Longhorns defeat the Sooners.

[Photo] Texas women’s tennis senior Malaika Rapolu combines experience, ferocity to blossom in final season

April 11, 2024

Senior Malaika Rapolu lunges to hit the ball during singles against Oklahoma on March 3, 2024. Rapolu defeated Ava Catanzarite 6-2, 6-2, to help the Longhorns defeat the Sooners.

Freshman Aaliyah Foster lands in the sand pit while competing in long jump at the Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays. Foster placed first with her jump of 6.75 meters.

[Photo] Freshman track and field star Aaliyah Foster follows in footsteps of Longhorn legends

April 12, 2024

Freshman Aaliyah Foster lands in the sand pit while competing in long jump at the Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays. Foster placed first with her jump of 6.75 meters.

Redshirt senior Cleeve Harper shouts after scoring a point on January 18, 2024. Harper and doubles partner Eliot Spizzirri won their doubles match against Virginia.

[Photo] A tale of two halves: How doubles change sparked momentous win streak

April 10, 2024

Redshirt senior Cleeve Harper shouts after scoring a point on January 18, 2024. Harper and doubles partner Eliot Spizzirri won their doubles match against Virginia.

The Texas men's tennis team chants before the match against Virginia begins on Jan. 18, 2024.

[Photo] Texas men’s tennis head coach Bruce Berque on leading a ‘generational team’

April 8, 2024

The Texas men's tennis team chants before the match against Virginia begins on Jan. 18, 2024.

Senior Micah Braswell celebrates after scoring a point in singles against Virginia's Jeffery von der Schulenburg on January 18, 2024. Braswell defeated von der Schulenburg 6-4, 6-3.

[Photo] No. 5 Texas wins heated Red Rivalry Matchup vs. No. 11 OU

April 8, 2024

Senior Micah Braswell celebrates after scoring a point in singles against Virginia's Jeffery von der Schulenburg on January 18, 2024. Braswell defeated von der Schulenburg 6-4, 6-3.

Junior pitcher Mac Morgan prepares to throw the ball against Northwestern State on March 1, 2024.

[Photo] No. 4/5 Texas softball learns from 5-2 loss to No. 1 Oklahoma

April 6, 2024

Junior pitcher Mac Morgan prepares to throw the ball against Northwestern State on March 1, 2024.

Redshirt sophomore Vivian Ovrootsky lunges to hit the ball on March 3, 2024.

[Photo] Texas women’s tennis dominating Big 12 play after recent showings

April 5, 2024

Redshirt sophomore Vivian Ovrootsky lunges to hit the ball on March 3, 2024.

Senior Charlotte Chavatipon serves the ball during singles play against Oklahoma on March 3, 2024.

[Photo] Women's tennis 2020 recruiting class: legacy in the making

April 24, 2024

Senior Charlotte Chavatipon serves the ball during singles play against Oklahoma on March 3, 2024.

Senior Emma Sticklen smiles as she gets recognized at the Senior Day meet against TCU on Feb 2, 2024.

[Photo] Texas women’s swimming & diving finish as runner-up in 2024 NCAA Championships

April 3, 2024

Senior Emma Sticklen smiles as she gets recognized at the Senior Day meet against TCU on Feb 2, 2024.

Graduate Student guard Shaylee Gonzales evades opponents as she dribbles the ball across the court on March 24, 2024. Gonzales had three steals and two assists in the second round game against Alabama, to help the Longhorns win 65-54.

[Photo] Shaylee Gonzales declares for 2024 WNBA draft

April 3, 2024

Graduate Student guard Shaylee Gonzales evades opponents as she dribbles the ball across the court on March 24, 2024. Gonzales had three steals and two assists in the second round game against Alabama,...

Forwards Madison Booker and Aaliyah Moore scramble for the ball on March 24, 2024. The Longhorns defeated Alabama to advance to the Sweet Sixteen round of the March Madness tournament.

Forwards Madison Booker and Aaliyah Moore scramble for the ball on March 24, 2024. The Longhorns defeated Alabama to advance to the Sweet Sixteen round of the March Madness tournament.

Junior Allyson Little runs out of the water pit during the 3000-meter steeplechase event on March 28, 2024, at the Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays. Little won the race with a time of 10:41.57.

[Photo] Current, former Longhorn stars shine at 96th Texas Relays

April 1, 2024

Junior Allyson Little runs out of the water pit during the 3000-meter steeplechase event on March 28, 2024, at the Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays. Little won the race with a time of 10:41.57.

Freshman Pitcher Teagan Kavan smiles and holds her horns up as her name is called prior to the game against NSU on March 1, 2024.

[Photo] No. 2/2 Texas softball pitching struggles in 0-5 loss against No. 8/10 Oklahoma State

March 29, 2024

Freshman Pitcher Teagan Kavan smiles and holds her horns up as her name is called prior to the game against NSU on March 1, 2024.

Junior forward Holly Ward throws an autographed soccer ball to children in the stands on October 8, 2023.

[Photo] How coaching became key for Holly Ward’s development

March 29, 2024

Junior forward Holly Ward throws an autographed soccer ball to children in the stands on October 8, 2023.

Senior Kristine Blazevica jumps over the bar on the first day of the 96th annual Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays on March 27, 2024. Blazevica scored 759 points in the high jump portion of the Heptathalon.

Senior Kristine Blazevica jumps over the bar on the first day of the 96th annual Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays on March 27, 2024. Blazevica scored 759 points in the high jump portion of the Heptathalon.

Senior Micah Braswell celebrates after scoring a point in singles against Virginia's Jeffery von der Schulenburg on January 18, 2024. Braswell defeated von der Schulenburg 6-4, 6-3.

[Photo] Texas men’s tennis’ Braswell brothers on how mentality, mentorship resulted in success

March 25, 2024

Senior Micah Braswell celebrates after scoring a point in singles against Virginia's Jeffery von der Schulenburg on January 18, 2024. Braswell defeated von der Schulenburg 6-4, 6-3.

The Texas Hellraisers shout "Texas Fight" during the 4th quarter of Texas' game against Alabama on Sunday. The Longhorns defeated the Crimson Tide 65-54, to advance to the Sweet Sixteen.

[Photo] Fans, special guests brought life to Moody Center in first 2 rounds of NCAA Tournament

March 25, 2024

The Texas Hellraisers shout "Texas Fight" during the 4th quarter of Texas' game against Alabama on Sunday. The Longhorns defeated the Crimson Tide 65-54, to advance to the Sweet Sixteen.

Graduate student Tanya Sasnouskaya prepares to hit the ball during singles play against Oklahoma on March 3, 2024.

Graduate student Tanya Sasnouskaya prepares to hit the ball during singles play against Oklahoma on March 3, 2024.

Freshman forward Madison Booker prepares to throw in the ball against Alabama in the second round of the March Madness tournament on Sunday, March 24, 2024. Booker scored 21 points to help the Longhorns defeat the Crimson Tide 65-54.

[Photo] Texas avanza al Sweet 16 a pesar de una gran cantidad de oportunidades perdidas contra Alabama

March 26, 2024

Freshman forward Madison Booker prepares to throw in the ball against Alabama in the second round of the March Madness tournament on Sunday, March 24, 2024. Booker scored 21 points to help the Longhorns...

A Texas swimmer competes in the 200m butterfly on Feb. 2, 2024 at a meet against TCU.

[Photo] Texas men’s swim and dive looks back on season before new chapter in SEC

March 21, 2024

A Texas swimmer competes in the 200m butterfly on Feb. 2, 2024 at a meet against TCU.

Head coach Rodney Terry watches his team as they play against Delaware State on Nov. 10, 2023. The Longhorns won the game 86-59.

[Photo] Texas draws No. 7 seed in 2024 NCAA Tournament

March 19, 2024

Head coach Rodney Terry watches his team as they play against Delaware State on Nov. 10, 2023. The Longhorns won the game 86-59.

Senior Malaika Rapolu hits the ball during singles play against Ava Catanzarite of Oklahoma on Sunday. Rapolu earned Texas' first win of the match with a 6-2, 6-2 victory over Catanzarite.

[Photo] Texas dominates West Virginia in second consecutive conference win

March 8, 2024

Senior Malaika Rapolu hits the ball during singles play against Ava Catanzarite of Oklahoma on Sunday. Rapolu earned Texas' first win of the match with a 6-2, 6-2 victory over Catanzarite.

Junior Nigusom Knight runs towards the finish line at the Cowboy Jamboree meet on Sept. 23, 2023. Knight finished 28th with a time of 25:50.8 in the 8000-meter race.

Junior Nigusom Knight runs towards the finish line at the Cowboy Jamboree meet on Sept. 23, 2023. Knight finished 28th with a time of 25:50.8 in the 8000-meter race.

Graduate student Haftu Knight runs the last stretch of the 8000-meter course on Sept. 23, 2023. At the Cowboy Jamboree meet, Knight finished in seventh place with a time of 24.14.3.

Graduate student Haftu Knight runs the last stretch of the 8000-meter course on Sept. 23, 2023. At the Cowboy Jamboree meet, Knight finished in seventh place with a time of 24.14.3.

Senior outfielder Bella Dayton drops her bat as she runs towards first base on Friday. Dayton had 1 hit and 1 run to contribute to the Longhorns 10-2 victory over Northwestern State.

[Photo] Getting a blue ribbon: Bella Dayton acknowledged in No. 2/1 Texas softball 8-1 win against UTA

March 7, 2024

Senior outfielder Bella Dayton drops her bat as she runs towards first base on Friday. Dayton had 1 hit and 1 run to contribute to the Longhorns 10-2 victory over Northwestern State.

Sophomore Alex Enyeart takes a breath during the 400 meter individual medley on Feb. 2, 2024. Enyeart placed first in this event as well as in the 400 meter freestyle, with times of 4:31.64 and 3:59.74, respectively.

[Photo] Longhorns exit Big 12 with a bang, sweeping swim and dive championships for 28th consecutive title

March 5, 2024

Sophomore Alex Enyeart takes a breath during the 400 meter individual medley on Feb. 2, 2024. Enyeart placed first in this event as well as in the 400 meter freestyle, with times of 4:31.64 and 3:59.74,...

The Venue on Guadalupe on Tuesday, March 5, 2024.

[Photo] Students left to find new housing after roof damage in North Campus apartment

March 5, 2024

The Venue on Guadalupe on Tuesday, March 5, 2024.

The women's Track & Field/Cross Country team chants before heading to the starting line at the Cowboy Jamboree Meet on September 23, 2023. The Longhorns placed second as a team with a score of 52 points.

[Photo] Making world watch: former Longhorn Tara Davis-Woodhall wins long jump gold

August 12, 2024

The women's Track & Field/Cross Country team chants before heading to the starting line at the Cowboy Jamboree Meet on September 23, 2023. The Longhorns placed second as a team with a score of 52 points.

Graduate student Tanya Sasnouskaya leans to hit the ball during doubles play against Oklahoma on Sunday, March 3, 2024. Sasnouskaya and partner Malaika Rapolu fell to Oklahoma's Julia Garcia Ruiz and Zdena Safarova 2-6.

[Photo] Las estudiantes-atletas internacionales, Tanya Sasnouskaya y Taisiya Pachkaleva, superan las barreras culturales al navegar la vida en un nuevo país

March 6, 2024

Graduate student Tanya Sasnouskaya leans to hit the ball during doubles play against Oklahoma on Sunday, March 3, 2024. Sasnouskaya and partner Malaika Rapolu fell to Oklahoma's Julia Garcia Ruiz and Zdena...

Junior forward Aaliyah Moore dribbles the ball as she escapes opponents on Feb. 4. Moore scored 30 points to contribute to the 61-54 upset win over Kansas State.

[Photo] Texas women’s basketball’s Aaliyah Moore showcases off-court life in new podcast

March 4, 2024

Junior forward Aaliyah Moore dribbles the ball as she escapes opponents on Feb. 4. Moore scored 30 points to contribute to the 61-54 upset win over Kansas State.

Junior forward Trinity Byars jumps as she kicks the ball away from an opponent on October 8, 2023. Byars played 90 minutes in this matchup against Iowa State and had one assist to contribute to the Longhorns 2-1 victory over the Cyclones.

[Photo] Goal-getter Trinity Byars shines on Forty Acres

March 5, 2024

Junior forward Trinity Byars jumps as she kicks the ball away from an opponent on October 8, 2023. Byars played 90 minutes in this matchup against Iowa State and had one assist to contribute to the Longhorns...

Junior Sabina Zeynalova pumps her fist in celebration after scoring a point against Oklahoma on Sunday, March 3, 2024. Zeynalova's singles match vs. Dana Guzman, which she won 7-5, 6-1, was the deciding match that clinched the overall win for the Longhorns.

[Photo] No. 7 Texas Women’s Tennis sweeps Kansas State 4-0

March 24, 2024

Junior Sabina Zeynalova pumps her fist in celebration after scoring a point against Oklahoma on Sunday, March 3, 2024. Zeynalova's singles match vs. Dana Guzman, which she won 7-5, 6-1, was the deciding...

Freshman forward Madison Booker prepares to take a shot as senior forward Taylor Jones blocks opponents on Feb. 4, 2024. Booker and Jones contributed 33 points combined to the 61-54 upset win over Kansas State.

[Photo] Students to host tailgate before Texas women’s basketball Senior Night, aim for 10,000 fans in the stands

March 1, 2024

Freshman forward Madison Booker prepares to take a shot as senior forward Taylor Jones blocks opponents on Feb. 4, 2024. Booker and Jones contributed 33 points combined to the 61-54 upset win over Kansas...

Redshirt sophomore Vivian Ovrootsky lunges to return the ball on Jan. 26, 2024. In singles play, Ovrootsky was leading 6-4 against Danielle Tuhten of Baylor University when play stopped as the Longhorns clinched the win.

[Photo] What lies ahead: Texas women’s tennis set to begin Big 12 play

March 1, 2024

Redshirt sophomore Vivian Ovrootsky lunges to return the ball on Jan. 26, 2024. In singles play, Ovrootsky was leading 6-4 against Danielle Tuhten of Baylor University when play stopped as the Longhorns...

Sophomore catcher Reese Atwood swings and hits the ball on Feb. 21, 2024. At this matchup against Houston Christian University, Atwood hit a home run to lead the Longhorns to a 14-1 victory.

[Photo] Cool under pressure: Texas softball’s Reese Atwood wins Big 12 and NFCA accolades

February 29, 2024

Sophomore catcher Reese Atwood swings and hits the ball on Feb. 21, 2024. At this matchup against Houston Christian University, Atwood hit a home run to lead the Longhorns to a 14-1 victory.

Fifth-year Jake Foster smiles after receiving a bouquet at the Senior Day swim meet vs. Texas Christian University on Feb. 2, 2024. Foster is a four time Honorable Mention All-American and during the week of this meet, was awarded Big 12 swimmer of the week.

[Photo] Recap of World Aquatics Championship

February 27, 2024

Fifth-year Jake Foster smiles after receiving a bouquet at the Senior Day swim meet vs. Texas Christian University on Feb. 2, 2024. Foster is a four time Honorable Mention All-American and during the week...

Fifth-year Kelly Pash laughs with her teammates as they watch the ongoing races on Oct. 6, 2023. At this meet against the University of Houston, Pash competed in the 400-yard freestyle relay.

[Photo] No. 2 Texas women’s swimming and diving: Big 12 Championship preview

February 28, 2024

Fifth-year Kelly Pash laughs with her teammates as they watch the ongoing races on Oct. 6, 2023. At this meet against the University of Houston, Pash competed in the 400-yard freestyle relay.

Redshirt junior pitcher Lebarron Johnson Jr. steps forward to pitch the ball on Feb. 16, 2024. Johnson forced six strikeouts to help the Longhorns win 7-3 in the season opener against San Diego.

[Photo] From delayed debut to star: Johnson rises as Texas baseball’s Friday night pitcher

February 26, 2024

Redshirt junior pitcher Lebarron Johnson Jr. steps forward to pitch the ball on Feb. 16, 2024. Johnson forced six strikeouts to help the Longhorns win 7-3 in the season opener against San Diego.

Junior midfielder Jilly Shimkin runs away from her opponent on Oct. 8, 2023. Shimkin played 64 minutes in this game against Iowa State University, which they won 2-1.

[Photo] Shimkin sisters look forward to finally playing together

February 26, 2024

Junior midfielder Jilly Shimkin runs away from her opponent on Oct. 8, 2023. Shimkin played 64 minutes in this game against Iowa State University, which they won 2-1.

Freshman infielder Victoria Hunter high-fives head coach Mike White as she runs past third base after hitting a home run on Feb. 21, 2024 against Houston Christian University. Hunter's home run allowed her fellow freshman Kayden Henry to score a point for the Longhorns.

[Photo] Tried and true freshman: meet the 2023 Texas softball recruiting class

February 23, 2024

Freshman infielder Victoria Hunter high-fives head coach Mike White as she runs past third base after hitting a home run on Feb. 21, 2024 against Houston Christian University. Hunter's home run allowed...

Junior Hailey Hernandez pushes up out of the pool after a dive on October 6, 2023. At this meet against The University of Houston, Hernandez got first in the 1-meter and 3-meter dive with 347.48 and 401.33 points respectively.

[Photo] Hailey Hernandez represents the US at the World Aquatics Championship

February 23, 2024

Junior Hailey Hernandez pushes up out of the pool after a dive on October 6, 2023. At this meet against The University of Houston, Hernandez got first in the 1-meter and 3-meter dive with 347.48 and 401.33...

Junior Sabina Zeynalova lunges to hit the ball in singles play against Miska Kadleckova of Baylor University on January 26, 2024. Zeynalova was leading in the first set 6-5 when play stopped.

Junior Sabina Zeynalova lunges to hit the ball in singles play against Miska Kadleckova of Baylor University on January 26, 2024. Zeynalova was leading in the first set 6-5 when play stopped.

Sophomore catcher Reese Atwood is surrounded by her teammates being celebrated after hitting a home run on Wednesday. Atwood finished the game against Houston Christian University with 3 hits and 1 run to contribute to the Longhorns 14-1 win.

[Photo] No. 2 Texas Softball mercy rules Houston Christian, improves to 8–0 heading into Lone Star Invitational

February 22, 2024

Sophomore catcher Reese Atwood is surrounded by her teammates being celebrated after hitting a home run on Wednesday. Atwood finished the game against Houston Christian University with 3 hits and 1 run...

Freshman forward Madison Booker pushes past opponents towards the net on Feb. 4, 2024. Booker scored 20 points to lead the Longhorns to a 61-54 upset win over the Kansas State Wildcats.

[Photo] Texas women’s basketball freshman Madison Booker’s ascension to star player status

February 20, 2024

Freshman forward Madison Booker pushes past opponents towards the net on Feb. 4, 2024. Booker scored 20 points to lead the Longhorns to a 61-54 upset win over the Kansas State Wildcats.

Redshirt senior Peyton Powell tags the San Diego runner out as he slides into third base on Friday. Powell finished the game with 2 hits and 1 run helping the Longhorns defeat the Toreros 7-3.

[Photo] No. 16 Texas baseball overcomes slow start to beat San Diego on opening day

February 17, 2024

Redshirt senior Peyton Powell tags the San Diego runner out as he slides into third base on Friday. Powell finished the game with 2 hits and 1 run helping the Longhorns defeat the Toreros 7-3.

Redshirt senior Peyton Powell tags the San Diego runner out as he slides into third base on February 16, 2024. Powell finished the game with 2 hits and 1 run helping the Longhorns defeat the Toreros 7-3.

Redshirt senior Peyton Powell tags the San Diego runner out as he slides into third base on February 16, 2024. Powell finished the game with 2 hits and 1 run helping the Longhorns defeat the Toreros 7-3.

Senior Charlotte Chavatipon stares at the ball while preparing to hit on January 26, 2024 against Baylor. Chavatipon defeated her opponent in singles play 6-1, 6-1.

[Photo] Women’s Tennis loses in quarterfinal to Oklahoma State in ITA National Indoor Championship

February 12, 2024

Senior Charlotte Chavatipon stares at the ball while preparing to hit on January 26, 2024 against Baylor. Chavatipon defeated her opponent in singles play 6-1, 6-1.

Redshirt senior Cleeve Harper shouts after scoring a point on January 18, 2024. Harper and doubles partner Eliot Spizzirri won their doubles match against Virginia.

[Photo] No. 5 Texas goes undefeated in singles against No. 33 Oklahoma State, cruising to 8th straight victory

April 6, 2024

Redshirt senior Cleeve Harper shouts after scoring a point on January 18, 2024. Harper and doubles partner Eliot Spizzirri won their doubles match against Virginia.

Student designer and senior Kaylee Martinez tries on the earrings she designed named the "Murphy" studs on February 6, 2024. Martinez and her design team consisting of other UT students were being honored at the Kendra Scott Flagship Store on South Congress.

[Photo] Curso de diseño proporciona habilidades multidisciplinarias a través de la producción de joyas de Kendra Scott

February 14, 2024

Student designer and senior Kaylee Martinez tries on the earrings she designed named the "Murphy" studs on February 6, 2024. Martinez and her design team consisting of other UT students were being honored...

Texas alumni hug as the buzzer sounds to end the game against Kansas State on Sunday. The Longhorns defeated the #2 ranked Wildcats 61-54.

[Photo] No. 12 Texas women’s basketball defense shows up, upsets No. 2 Kansas State

February 4, 2024

Texas alumni hug as the buzzer sounds to end the game against Kansas State on Sunday. The Longhorns defeated the #2 ranked Wildcats 61-54.

Freshmen Oliver Service and Sam Ardoin hold their horns up as "The Eyes of Texas" plays on November 5, 2023, before the third game of the Fall World Series begins.

[Photo] Texas Baseball is keeping it simple going into the 2024 season

February 2, 2024

Freshmen Oliver Service and Sam Ardoin hold their horns up as "The Eyes of Texas" plays on November 5, 2023, before the third game of the Fall World Series begins.

A golfer lines up his club to hit the ball near a lion statue at the Lions Municipal Golf Course on January 29, 2024.

A golfer lines up his club to hit the ball near a lion statue at the Lions Municipal Golf Course on January 29, 2024.

Redshirt Senior Peyton Powell runs home in game three of The Fall World Series on Nov. 5, 2023.

[Photo] Texas baseball veterans return with hopes of College World Series victory

January 29, 2024

Redshirt Senior Peyton Powell runs home in game three of The Fall World Series on Nov. 5, 2023.

Golfers practice hitting on Hole 10 of the Lions Municipal Golf Course on Monday.

[Photo] Austinites call on UT to preserve historical golf course

January 29, 2024

Golfers practice hitting on Hole 10 of the Lions Municipal Golf Course on Monday.

Rain falls outside the entrance to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center on Jan. 24.

[Photo] UT field stations research provide broad insight into drought impacts

January 24, 2024

Rain falls outside the entrance to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center on Jan. 24.

Students walk out of the former Multicultural Education Center on Jan. 18.

[Photo] Timeline: University compliance with Senate Bill 17

June 25, 2024

Students walk out of the former Multicultural Education Center on Jan. 18.

Graduate student guard Max Abmas keeps the ball from his opponent on Nov. 10, 2023 against Delaware State. Abmas scored 19 points.

[Photo] Defensive errors lead to Texas basketballs crumbling in a hostile BYU away game

January 27, 2024

Graduate student guard Max Abmas keeps the ball from his opponent on Nov. 10, 2023 against Delaware State. Abmas scored 19 points.

Senior middle blocker Asjia O'Neal jumps up to spike the ball on Nov. 11, 2023 against Cincinnati. O'Neal had a total of 9 kills at this game.

[Photo] No. 5 Texas Volleyball to play Texas A&M in NCAA Championship first round

November 29, 2023

Senior middle blocker Asjia O'Neal jumps up to spike the ball on Nov. 11, 2023 against Cincinnati. O'Neal had a total of 9 kills at this game.

A father and son exit the Shark Exhibit at the Bullock Texas State History Museum on Nov. 26, 2023. This exhibit will be on view until Mar. 24, 2024.

[Photo] Take a bite out of the Bullock's newest exhibit chronicling history, science of sharks

November 29, 2023

A father and son exit the Shark Exhibit at the Bullock Texas State History Museum on Nov. 26, 2023. This exhibit will be on view until Mar. 24, 2024.

Christina Diaz, an Assistant Professor of Sociology at Rice University, spoke at Patton Hall on her ongoing research over the debate of whether indignity and legal status is associated with health.

[Photo] Rice professor speaks on the health advantages of Latin American immigrants

November 29, 2023

Christina Diaz, an Assistant Professor of Sociology at Rice University, spoke at Patton Hall on her ongoing research over the debate of whether indignity and legal status is associated with health.

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