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Official newspaper of The University of Texas at Austin

The Daily Texan

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Alfredo J. Velasquez and Sergio Morales discuss Dia de Los Muertos traditions, stereotypes, and history at a Latinx Graduate Student Association and Black Graduate Student Association gathering on Oct. 25, 2024. Velasquez is the executive director of LGSA and Morales is the director of communications.

[Photo] Graduate students host educational Día de los Muertos event, teach students about the holiday’s significance

October 28, 2024

Alfredo J. Velasquez and Sergio Morales discuss Dia de Los Muertos traditions, stereotypes, and history at a Latinx Graduate Student Association and Black Graduate Student Association gathering on Oct....

After the vandalization of the Texas Hillel Foundation wall with antisemtic graffiti on Oct. 8, the wall now features a mural reading "Let your Love Grow," Nov. 2, 2023.

After the vandalization of the Texas Hillel Foundation wall with antisemtic graffiti on Oct. 8, the wall now features a mural reading "Let your Love Grow," Nov. 2, 2023.

Junior goalkeeper Mia Justus kicks the ball to a teammate on Sept. 3, 2023. The Longhorns defeated the SMU mustangs 6-0.

[Photo] Texas prevails 3-0 against Houston Christian, solidifying an undefeated non-conference record

September 13, 2024

Junior goalkeeper Mia Justus kicks the ball to a teammate on Sept. 3, 2023. The Longhorns defeated the SMU mustangs 6-0.

Junior goalkeeper Mia Justus kicks the ball to a teammate on Sept. 3, 2023. The Longhorns defeated the SMU mustangs 6-0.

[Photo] Texas soccer players fit into roles, creating preseason success

September 3, 2024

Junior goalkeeper Mia Justus kicks the ball to a teammate on Sept. 3, 2023. The Longhorns defeated the SMU mustangs 6-0.

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators gather downtown near the Austin Pride Parade on Aug. 10, 2024 to protest pinkwashing, a strategy to draw attention to LGBTQ+ freedoms instead of damaging actions.

[Photo] Austin celebrates Pride amid controversy over renounced anti-Palestinian statement

August 13, 2024

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators gather downtown near the Austin Pride Parade on Aug. 10, 2024 to protest pinkwashing, a strategy to draw attention to LGBTQ+ freedoms instead of damaging actions.

The Steve Hicks School of Social Work on Monday, Feb. 19, 2024.

[Photo] Texas Historical Commission votes to begin state landmark process for School of Social Work

August 5, 2024

The Steve Hicks School of Social Work on Monday, Feb. 19, 2024.

Artist Jason Archer poses for a portrait in his Austin studio on June 25, 2024.

[Photo] From screenplay to painting: alum reveals stories behind latest art exhibition

June 28, 2024

Artist Jason Archer poses for a portrait in his Austin studio on June 25, 2024.

Disability rights advocate Nancy Crowther speaks about the history of disability rights in the United States and Texas on Tuesday. A UT alumni, Crowther fought for equal access on campus and helped Capital Metro create one of the first accessible bus fleets.

[Photo] Disability History Night speakers reflect on civil rights, accessibility on campus

April 17, 2024

Disability rights advocate Nancy Crowther speaks about the history of disability rights in the United States and Texas on Tuesday. A UT alumni, Crowther fought for equal access on campus and helped Capital...

Sergio Torres-Peralta, food policy coordinator for the Austin Office of Sustainability, discusses the proposed Austin/Travis County Food Plan with UT students and Austin residents on April 10, 2024. Workshop participants spoke about expanding access to nutritious and culturally relevant food and wrote suggestions on sticky notes.

[Photo] Estudiantes y personal ofrecen su opinión sobre el plan alimentario de Austin-Travis County

April 16, 2024

Sergio Torres-Peralta, food policy coordinator for the Austin Office of Sustainability, discusses the proposed Austin/Travis County Food Plan with UT students and Austin residents on April 10, 2024. Workshop...

Freshman defensive-midfielder Carly Montgomery runs with the ball on September 3, 2023. The Longhorns defeated SMU 6-0.

[Photo] Texas soccer looks to blend experience with newcomers as SEC appearance approaches

July 4, 2024

Freshman defensive-midfielder Carly Montgomery runs with the ball on September 3, 2023. The Longhorns defeated SMU 6-0.

People walk along the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail on Thursday.

[Photo] El Consejo Municipal modifica el código de la ciudad, permitiendo el mantenimiento flexible del camino Butler

March 27, 2024

People walk along the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail on Thursday.

Actor and puppeteer Ayhan Hulagu demonstrates how his puppets are used during a puppet-making workshop on Tuesday. The puppets depict Karagöz and Hacivat, the lead characters of traditional Turkish shadow puppet plays.

[Photo] ‘It chose me’: Kurdish artist tells his story through centuries-old shadow puppet show

March 21, 2024

Actor and puppeteer Ayhan Hulagu demonstrates how his puppets are used during a puppet-making workshop on Tuesday. The puppets depict Karagöz and Hacivat, the lead characters of traditional Turkish shadow...

People gather at the Nueces Mosque, preparing to break their fast on Monday. Their fast is broken with dates and water, a common practice among Muslims.

[Photo] Muslim students share perspectives on Ramadan

March 21, 2024

People gather at the Nueces Mosque, preparing to break their fast on Monday. Their fast is broken with dates and water, a common practice among Muslims.

The Steve Hicks School of Social Work on Feb. 19, 2024.

The Steve Hicks School of Social Work on Feb. 19, 2024.

The Steve Hicks School of Social Work on Monday, Feb. 19, 2024.

[Photo] Hartzell dismisses Teaching Assistants' final grievance

April 3, 2024

The Steve Hicks School of Social Work on Monday, Feb. 19, 2024.

Members of the Heavenly Dragon Lion Dance Association perform a traditional Chinese Dragon Dance at the Shirley Bird Perry Ballroom in the Texas Union on Feb. 6, 2024. Daniel Nguyen, Wesley Vu Tran, Maya Goodman, Greyson Baker, Anthony Pham and Aria Guat performed the dance, while Kevin Gian, James Dam, Tia Truong and Kelly Phan played the musical accompaniment.

Members of the Heavenly Dragon Lion Dance Association perform a traditional Chinese Dragon Dance at the Shirley Bird Perry Ballroom in the Texas Union on Feb. 6, 2024. Daniel Nguyen, Wesley Vu Tran, Maya...

Members of the Heavenly Dragon Lion Dance Association perform a traditional Chinese Dragon Dance at the Shirley Bird Perry Ballroom in the Texas Union on Tuesday. Daniel Nguyen, Wesley Vu Tran, Maya Goodman, Greyson Baker, Anthony Pham and Aria Guat performed the dance, while Kevin Gian, James Dam, Tia Truong and Kelly Phan played the musical accompaniment.

[Photo] UT Ancestral Appreciation and Culture Committee hosts Lunar New Year celebration

February 8, 2024

Members of the Heavenly Dragon Lion Dance Association perform a traditional Chinese Dragon Dance at the Shirley Bird Perry Ballroom in the Texas Union on Tuesday. Daniel Nguyen, Wesley Vu Tran, Maya Goodman,...

Emily N. Hilz, Ph.D. in lab on Jan. 23, 2023.

[Photo] UT researcher spreads consumer awareness on chemicals harmful to hormones

January 26, 2024

Emily N. Hilz, Ph.D. in lab on Jan. 23, 2023.

Ava Bozic with some of her currently available jewelry at the Blanton Museum Store on January 19, 2024.

[Photo] Freshman’s small business ‘Fun Fashions’ to benefit children’s futures

January 23, 2024

Ava Bozic with some of her currently available jewelry at the Blanton Museum Store on January 19, 2024.

After the vandalization of the Texas Hillel Foundation wall with antisemtic graffiti on Oct. 8, the wall now reads with a mural reading "Let your Love Grow", Nov. 2, 2023.

[Photo] Muslim, Jewish students express safety concerns amid Islamophobia, antisemitism around campus

November 2, 2023

After the vandalization of the Texas Hillel Foundation wall with antisemtic graffiti on Oct. 8, the wall now reads with a mural reading "Let your Love Grow", Nov. 2, 2023.

Government senior Andrew Zhebrak is the co-president of Students for ADHD Inclusivity.

[Photo] Students look to form ADHD inclusivity organization

October 18, 2023

Government senior Andrew Zhebrak is the co-president of Students for ADHD Inclusivity.

Author Nikki Loftin with her recent book “If You Get Lost” on Oct. 15, 2023.

[Photo] UT alumna Nikki Loftin shares her experience as a published author

October 18, 2023

Author Nikki Loftin with her recent book “If You Get Lost” on Oct. 15, 2023.

Dr. James Pennebaker in his office at the Seay Psychology Building on October 4th, 2023

Dr. James Pennebaker in his office at the Seay Psychology Building on October 4th, 2023

Madisen Skinner and Asjia O'Neal attempt to block a spike by Toyosi Onabanjo during a game against the University of Kansas on October 6th, 2023

[Photo] Texas volleyball wins second consecutive NCAA Championship after sweeping Nebraska

December 17, 2023

Madisen Skinner and Asjia O'Neal attempt to block a spike by Toyosi Onabanjo during a game against the University of Kansas on October 6th, 2023

Clockwise from top left: Allison McHugh, Matthew Healy, Issac Xu, and Alan Zhou start a game after drawing their tiles at a meeting of the Longhorn Riichi club.

[Photo] Longhorn Riichi breathes life into Japanese game

October 6, 2023

Clockwise from top left: Allison McHugh, Matthew Healy, Issac Xu, and Alan Zhou start a game after drawing their tiles at a meeting of the Longhorn Riichi club.

People watch as "like a breath of fresh water” by Jacqueline Kiyomi inflates and deflates as part of The Visual Arts Center’s Opening Reception for Fall 2023 Exhibitions on September 25, 2023.

[Photo] VAC showcases five new exhibits at opening reception, exemplifying talent at UT

September 26, 2023

People watch as "like a breath of fresh water” by Jacqueline Kiyomi inflates and deflates as part of The Visual Arts Center’s Opening Reception for Fall 2023 Exhibitions on September 25, 2023.

Lisa Moore, chair of the Center for Women's and Gender Studies, on Sept. 9, 2023.

Lisa Moore, chair of the Center for Women's and Gender Studies, on Sept. 9, 2023.

A performer dances at the 'Culture Shock: Tournament of Champions at the University of Texas at Austin on Feb. 15, 2023. The event showcased talent through various performances from Black Students.

[Photo] Photo Gallery: Culture Shock

February 16, 2023

Judges deliberate on a decision at the 'Culture Shock: Tournament of Champions at the University of Texas at Austin on Feb. 15, 2023. The event showcased talent through various performances from Black...

A performer dances at the 'Culture Shock: Tournament of Champions at the University of Texas at Austin on Feb. 15, 2023. The event showcased talent through various performances from Black Students.

[Photo] ‘Culture Shock’ talent showcase displays Black student talent

February 19, 2023

A performer dances at the 'Culture Shock: Tournament of Champions at the University of Texas at Austin on Feb. 15, 2023. The event showcased talent through various performances from Black Students.

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