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UT student Omid Kokabee gains more international support amid prison sentence
January 8, 2013
As a UT student remains jailed in Iran, efforts by academic entities to secure his release continue to grow.
Jordan Hicks denies sexual assault allegations, says attorney
December 30, 2012
An attorney for junior linebacker Jordan Hicks stated that his client is denying the sexual assault allegations made against him, according to a press release issued Sunday.
Case McCoy and Jordan Hicks sent home from Alamo Bowl, reportedly stemming from sexual abuse allegations
December 28, 2012
Quarterback Case McCoy and linebacker Jordan Hicks were suspended by head coach Mack Brown and ordered home Friday from the Valero Alamo Bowl in San Antonio, according to multiple reports.
UT student Jacob Weaver becomes celebrity by staring at people in popular YouTube video
December 6, 2012
A UT student is staring his way into fame, as a viral video of him awkwardly glaring at people in the UT area becomes increasingly popular.
Senator Judith Zaffirini introduces bill providing educational options for disabled police officers
December 6, 2012
Disabled law enforcement officers throughout the state may soon have more educational options available to them if a bill filed for the 2013 state legislative session passes.
UTPD police chief reflects on his career as he prepares to retire
December 6, 2012
The search is on for a new University of Texas Police Department chief after the current chief, Robert Dahlstrom, announced he will retire this May.
UT law student perfecting designs for printable gun
December 5, 2012
UT law student Cody Wilson said he is trying to decide between continuing with school and taking a break from UT and devoting more time to his increasingly successful efforts to revolutionize the gun industry.
Two proposed bills focus on increasing benefits for student veterans
December 4, 2012
Texas veterans may soon be getting increased benefits if two bills before the state Legislature are passed this spring.
Student protesters draw attention to Bhopal gas disaster
December 4, 2012
Student protesters lay down and covered themselves in shrouds, sheets used to cover dead bodies in India, in the middle of the West Mall on Monday.
Mother sues drunk driver, Austin bars for putting teenage daughter in permanent vegetative state
December 4, 2012
Thirteen-year-old Ekia Smith will remain in a permanent vegetative state for the rest of her life after she was hit by a drunk driver in August.
Beverly Kearney was up for pay raise before she faced suspension
December 3, 2012
Beverly Kearney, a University track coach who was placed on paid leave Nov. 11, was the discussion of a pay raise shortly before her suspension.
UT student robbed Friday night, suspect in custody
December 3, 2012
A man is facing a felony charge after police say he robbed three individuals at gun point during a drug deal in South Austin.
Mark Clanton urges faster cancer research approval process
December 3, 2012
Cancer researcher Dr. Mark Clanton urged members of the UT community to write to their legislators in hopes of speeding up the 15 to 20 year approval process for cancer research.
UTPD officer arrests felon after he attempts to sell him stolen UT merchandise
December 3, 2012
A Leander man is facing a felony charge after University of Texas police say he tried to sell a uniformed officer licensed UT apparel he had stolen.
University-area bookstores compete over table space during the buy-back time
November 30, 2012
As buy-back season for local textbook stores approaches, several of store owners told The Daily Texan about the conflict often associated with the season and what they expect to see this year.
Bills aim to increase financial benefits for retired Texas teachers
November 29, 2012
Retired Texas teachers may soon be seeing a boost in their financial benefits if two bills filed for the 2013 legislative session pass.
UT student William Berdanier selected to receive prestigious Marshall Scholarship to study in the United Kingdom
November 28, 2012
Physics honors senior William Berdanier will join the ranks of scholars who have studied under the prestigious Marshall Scholarship next fall,
Austin police target unsafe drivers during the holidays
November 28, 2012
The Austin Police Department is once again cracking down on traffic violations as part of an annual effort to make the holiday season safer.
Austin Parks and Recreation Department issues burn ban
November 27, 2012
With an ongoing drought, the Austin Parks and Recreation Department issued a citywide burn ban Tuesday.
Student arrested at airport for carrying baton, charged with felony
November 26, 2012
A UT student is facing a felony charge after an airport official found an expandable metal baton in his backpack.
Construction company involved in UT-Dallas accident cited, fines proposed by federal government
November 26, 2012
Following a July crane accident at UT-Dallas that resulted in the death of two workers, the company that oversaw the related construction project has been cited and fined by the federal government.
Vernon Lee, UT alumnus crediting with marketing F-16 fighter jet, dies at 80
November 26, 2012
Spirited alum director of F-16 programs for Israel and Greece; also worked with space systems, aircraft performance and aerothermodynamics engineering.
Iranian prisoner Dr. Kamiar Alaei sits down with The Daily Texan to recount stories of Evin Prison
November 26, 2012
A past inmate of the Iranian prison where former doctorate student Omid Kokabee is serving a 10-year sentence explains what life in the prison is like.
UT journalism professor Robert Jensen receives backlash after writing editorial criticizing Thanksgiving
November 26, 2012
Jensen: I believe that there are a lot of issues this country needs to come to terms with quickly.
Hope Andrade, first Latina Texas secretary of state, resigns
November 20, 2012
Texas Secretary of State Hope Andrade submitted her letter of resignation Tuesday to Gov. Rick Perry.
Combination of Thanksgiving, Formula 1 Grand Prix causes congestion issues at airport
November 20, 2012
Six cargo planes bound for Brazil and loaded with Formula 1 cars and equipment departed from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
APD arrests man accused of pointing gun at car in traffic
November 20, 2012
Austin police charged Anthony Almaguer, 24, with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
UT students support Gaza residents in campus protest
November 20, 2012
As the Israel-Gaza crisis becomes increasingly violent, people around the world and on the UT campus are paying more attention to it.
'Suspect' Breaks Into Tower, Resists Police Efforts to Apprehend Him With French Fries
November 20, 2012
UT police investigated a break-in at the Main Building Tuesday, and despite police efforts to lure a ‘suspect’ out with french fries, they still managed to escape.
UTPD 'bait bike' program success declines, James Otte among few who still fall for it
November 19, 2012
James Otte, 56, is being held in the Travis County Jail after he was charged this weekend with theft of a University of Texas Police Department “bait bike”.
Formula 1 event attracts international visitors, fails to meet expectations of local businesses
November 19, 2012
Austin got its first taste of the ups and downs of Formula 1 racing this weekend, as roughly 300,000 people traveled here from all over the world to take part in the festivities.
Two suspects arrested for placing graffiti on West Campus establishment
November 19, 2012
Two individuals have been arrested for allegedly tagging a West Campus business.
Texas Cowboys exceed fundraising goals at Harvest Moon philanthropy event
November 19, 2012
Roughly 2,000 people came together this weekend in East Austin as part of an effort that raised money for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
UTPD releases photos of suspects in ongoing A&M-related graffiti case
November 19, 2012
UT police are asking for the public’s help in identifying individuals responsible for painting Texas A&M University-related graffiti.
TAMU wide receiver Thomas Johnson found safe in Dallas area
November 15, 2012
A Texas A&M University freshman wide receiver who had been missing since Monday was found safe Thursday morning, according to police.
Former UT doctorate student Omid Kokabee still in Iranian prison on conspiracy charges
November 15, 2012
As the health of a former UT doctorate student jailed in Iran since February 2011 deteriorates, an international day of protest is being planned in his honor.
Austin prepares for Formula 1 race this weekend
November 15, 2012
Austin will join the ranks of 19 other cities around the world that currently host the international sport of Formula 1 racing this weekend.
Iranian imprisonment to be discussed after Omid Kokabee sentenced for additional charge
November 14, 2012
A new charge has been filed against Omid Kokabee, a former UT physics doctorate student who was jailed in Iran last year.
University Co-op to order sweatshop-free apparel from factory with fair conditions
November 13, 2012
Members of the UT chapter of United Students Against Sweatshops are continuing their efforts to make UT apparel sweatshop-free.
SH130 accident inquiry continues
November 13, 2012
Police said they are still investigating the first fatal accident to occur on the new stretch of State Highway 130.
Darrell K Royal memorabilia at auction includes photos with Willie Nelson, Lady Bird Johnson, more
November 12, 2012
Auction about sharing personal collection with public and fans, taking strain off of Royal family.
Supreme Court to hear case challenging Voting Rights Act of 1965
November 12, 2012
The U.S. Supreme Court announced Friday that it will hear another case challenging the constitutionality of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
APD Chief Art Acevedo receives praise for peace, criticism for defending cops' actions
November 12, 2012
Chief of the Austin Police Department, was met with praise and protest Sunday night.
With Formula 1 approaching, Capital Metro bus drivers may strike
November 12, 2012
The union representing bus drivers on about half of Capital Metro’s 83 routes voted last week to authorize a potential strike.
Suspect in multiple groping incidents arrested
November 9, 2012
Austin police arrested a man suspected of groping people at multiple locations in the Austin area.
New policy with APD keeps UTPD better informed of crime close to campus
November 7, 2012
UTPD will now be better informed of incidents in the area surrounding campus that could pose a threat to the UT community.
Castro, Doggett win seats in Congress
November 7, 2012
Educational advocates Lloyd Doggett and Joaquin Castro will represent Texas in the U.S. House of Representatives, where they plan to push for pro-education reform.
Organizations fear UT job privatization
November 6, 2012
Following the privatization of more than 1,500 jobs at Texas A&M University this summer and thousands of other positions across the state, UT students are working with state-worker advocacy agencies as a measure to prevent the same from happening at UT.
Panel exposes race bias in police behavior, policies
November 6, 2012
Expert panelists shared their views on the overabundance of government surveillance in modern society and compared it to regulations of the past for students.
Local businesses, UT organization partner with The Miracle Foundation to help orphans worldwide
November 6, 2012
A UT student group has partnered with a local charitable organization and two West Campus restaurants to help provide financial relief to struggling orphans abroad.
Police officer arrests man for stealing tip bucket
November 5, 2012
A man was arrested Saturday night after police say he stole a guitarist’s tip bucket on East Sixth Street.
At town hall meeting, candidates' comments on patriotism cause conflict
November 5, 2012
Candidates from across the political spectrum convened in South Austin Sunday.
UT student soon to unveil revolutionary 3D gun technology
November 2, 2012
UT law student Cody Wilson claims he is roughly three weeks away from printing his first gun using a 3D printer, a machine that creates solid objects from digital designs.
Foam Sword Friday 2013 cancelled, new plans underway
October 31, 2012
UT student organizations will not host the end-of-semester celebration this fall.
Student Government passes initiative to support Prop. 1
October 31, 2012
Student Government voted Tuesday to make way for a new effort that will support Proposition 1.
Connection found between suspects in Texas State and Texas A&M bomb threats
October 30, 2012
A connection has been made between the man charged with making a false email bomb threat against Texas A&M University & Texas State University
Peaceful Streets Project expands efforts into West Campus
October 28, 2012
Police officers monitoring the West Campus area now have an extra set of eyes on them in an effort to expose enforcement officials who violate the law on the job.
UTPD continues search for those responsible for Texas A&M graffiti
October 28, 2012
The University of Texas Police Department is still searching for the individuals responsible for painting Texas A&M related graffiti on various areas of the UT campus this past weekend.
Parking space shortage demonstrates need for transportation alternatives
October 26, 2012
As the search for a parking spot at UT becomes more difficult, more students are opting for alternative means of transportation.
United Students Against Sweatshops battle Co-op to change apparel use
October 25, 2012
Members of United Students Against Sweatshops showed Wednesday they are willing to do anything to avoid wearing apparel made in a sweatshop, even if it means wearing almost nothing at all.
UT student dies after being hit by car in North Austin
October 24, 2012
Undeclared sophomore Christopher “Dylan” Bynum died Monday at the age of 19 from injuries he received when he was hit by a car earlier that day in Austin.
Distinguished UT alumnus and nobel prize winner Edward D. Thomas died
October 24, 2012
UT alumnus and Nobel Prize winner Edward Donnall Thomas died of heart disease Saturday at the age of 92.
Police unlikely to charge women in Sixth Street incident
October 24, 2012
Austin Police say they do not expect to press charges against a 24-year-old woman who hit two people with her car on East Sixth Street early Saturday morning, prompting an officer to fire at her vehicle.
Law student forms plans for gun creation, markets his endeavors
October 23, 2012
As he continues efforts to make building a gun as simple as pressing print, law student Cody Wilson’s life is getting more and more hectic.
Swastikas concern residents at off-campus dormitory
October 22, 2012
Austin police received a report Saturday that swastikas had been carved into the doors of two suites in the University Towers private dorm complex.
UT and Huston-Tillotson students convene to discuss racial bias in society
October 21, 2012
UT students came together Saturday with students from Huston-Tillotson University and members of the general public to discuss the issue of racial bias in present-day society.
Texas Exes honors six accomplished alumni with Distinguished Alumnus Award
October 21, 2012
Six of UT’s most distinguished alumni traveled to campus Friday to be honored for their accomplishments.
Driver hits two, officer shoots at vehicle
October 21, 2012
An Austin police officer shot at the vehicle of a 24-year-old woman Saturday morning after police say she sped down East Sixth Street hitting two pedestrians and refusing to obey a police order to stop her vehicle.
Universities Differ in Their Response to Recent Bomb Threats
October 19, 2012
Blaschke said no arrest has been made in relation to Thursday’s threat, and he could not release many details on the specifics of the investigation, as it is still ongoing.
UT students travel to Mexico, work to raise awareness about working conditions
October 19, 2012
Poitier said, people in the UT community and the rest of the country are generally not aware enough of the living conditions that exist in Mexico.
Student Government raises awareness of West Campus theft rates
October 19, 2012
After evaluating the property crime situation in West Campus, Student Government is working to remind students to be more aware of the threat of theft.
University claims not at fault for missed emergency texts
October 17, 2012
Officials said the University was not at fault when members of the UT community did not recieve text alerts sent during two emergency situations earlier this semester.
University says some students did not get text alerts following September bomb threat
October 17, 2012
Some students did not get the campus-wide text alerts sent during two emergency situations this fall.
Man charged with felony accused of stealing food, paint and a textbook from UT
October 16, 2012
An Austin man is facing a felony charge after police say he stole food, paint and a textbook from University buildings Friday.
Tower memorial for Terry philanthropist
October 16, 2012
Nancy Terry co-founded the Terry Foundation, a Houston-based scholarship organization, in 1986 with her husband Howard Terry, who died last spring.
Man found dead in Shoal Creek identified by APD
October 15, 2012
Austin police have identified a man found dead Saturday morning in a downtown creek as 21-year-old Cole Christianson of Anchorage, Alaska.
Body found behind Austin Music Hall
October 15, 2012
A deceased white male who appeared to be in his early 20s was found in a creek behind Austin Music Hall.
APD cracks down on violators of "move over" law
October 15, 2012
The Austin Police Department to crack down on vehicles who fail to slow down or move out of the adjacent lane when passing stopped emergency vehicles that have their lights on.
Yassine trial reopens, two convicted with federal money laundering charges
October 14, 2012
Three former Yassine downtown club owners found guilty in federal court by a jury of their peers.
Fake gun causes concern Friday
October 14, 2012
Many students were pleased with the University’s issuance of a timely and informative text alert Friday.
Jury deliberations begin in downtown nightclub owners Yassine Enterprises trial
October 11, 2012
Jury deliberations began Wednesday in the trial of former downtown nightclub owners Hadi Yassine, Hussein “Mike” Yassine and Mohammed “Steve” Yassine.
Tent city rises following arrests
October 11, 2012
Following the Saturday arrest of three of its members during a weekend “Tent City” encampment effort, the End Homelessness working group of Occupy Austin is back in action.
Cyber attack causes safety concerns
October 10, 2012
Following the Monday arrest of undeclared junior Garret Phillips for his alleged involvement in a minor breach of UT’s online security system last spring, some have raised safety concerns about the possibility of similar attacks causing more damage in the future.
Student charged with breach of computer security
October 8, 2012
A UT student turned himself in Monday for launching a computer attack on UT’s registration website last spring.
APD arrests three "Tent City" participants who were advocating for more housing resources for the homeless
October 8, 2012
The Austin Police Department arrested three protesters Saturday.
Search ends, police arrest fire-alarm suspect
October 5, 2012
UT’s fire-alarm bandit, identified last month by police as Scott Allen Chatagnier, Jr., 42, was arrested early Thursday morning.
Fired pellet shots lead police to underage drinking discovery
October 5, 2012
Police responded to a call early Thursday morning around 12:15 a.m. after receiving a report that a man was shooting a pellet gun from an apartment balcony in The Block on Campus apartment complex, located at West 25th Street and Pearl Street, police said.
University law student attracts heat over 3-D gun design
October 4, 2012
UT law student Cody Wilson is making headlines as he continues to develop software that would allow anyone with the funding to easily build a gun from the comfort of their own home.
Students walk in protest against racism, accuse University of systemic negligence
October 3, 2012
More than 100 members of the UT community marched through the streets of West Campus Tuesday evening, chanting their concerns about recently reported incidents of bias in the area.
Fisher v. UT sparks upcoming meetings, discussion among students
October 1, 2012
On Oct. 10, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in the case Fisher v. University of Texas at Austin.
Students plan march for equality
October 1, 2012
Students will march through the streets of West Campus on Tuesday night to send the message that they will not stand for bias in the UT community any longer.
Judge overturns protesters' restrictions, citing First and 14th Amendments
October 1, 2012
U.S. District Judge Lee Yeakel declared a city policy used to ban Occupy Austin protesters from City Hall unconstitutional.
Sororities, fraternities send out apologies
September 27, 2012
Three UT Greek organizations have issued apologies after controversy over their ethnic-themed parties spread during the last few days.
Repairs to silence Tower bells
September 27, 2012
From Nov. 1 until Jan. 31, the carillon bells housed in the UT Tower will be out of commission for a $71,000 project to repair years of wear and tear
Fraternity cancels event after being accused of bias
September 26, 2012
The UT chapter of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity canceled its “a border to cross” event Tuesday night following a negative student response to the Facebook invitation created for it.
Mexican-themed sorority party raises concerns
September 25, 2012
Some downtown patrons expressed their disgust Thursday night as they watched dozens of UT students take part in a “fiesta-themed” sorority party at a local bar.
A new lense for arrest
September 25, 2012
Already arrested twice this year for filming police, Antonio Buehler, 35, received his third arrest early Friday, this time with a UT student.
Homeless man assaults UT senior
September 24, 2012
A homeless man has been charged with attacking journalism senior Rachel Hill on Thursday after she stepped off a city bus to go to work in North Austin.
Activists arrested for filming police
September 24, 2012
Both students charged with interfering with public duty, a class B misdemeanor.
TribFest discusses UT issues
September 24, 2012
Higher education costs and procedures were a frequent discussion topic at the Texas Tribune Festival this past weekend and offered what some say is a preview of the upcoming legislative session.
Fire-alarm bandit identified, missing
September 21, 2012
Police are searching for Scott Allen Chatagnier, 42, after they say he unnecessarily set off fire alarms at various campus buildings and at Dobie Mall Sept. 10.
Freshman sets fires in West Campus, faces felony arson charges
September 21, 2012
Economics freshman Chris Sun, 18, confessed to police that he started three fires in the University Towers apartment complex between Aug. 31 and Sept. 13.
Universities prepare as bomb threats across the nation continue
September 20, 2012
Since Friday’s bomb threat at UT, bomb threats have targeted Arkansas State University, Louisiana State University, UT-Brownsville, North Dakota State University and The University of Mississippi football players’ cars.
Panel against UT community bias makes headway
September 19, 2012
Five students share personal experiences with discrimination on and near campus; students believe the University should be working toward a solution on such issues.
UT failed to meet emergency procedure goals during Friday's bomb-threat scare
September 18, 2012
UT officials failed to meet the goals set forth in their own pre-set emergency plans Friday.
Students speak out against West Campus bias
September 17, 2012
Concerned students will host an open forum Tuesday night to discuss the issues of racism and oppression in the UT area and search for ways to combat them.
Student makes bomb threat in response to derogatory comment about Islamic faith
September 17, 2012
Henry Dewitt McFarland III, a UTB student and resident of Harlingen, was arrested in his apartment Sunday afternoon.
A state of emergency: Friday's bomb hoax
September 17, 2012
After the weekend, concern about the timeliness and language of the University’s response to Friday’s hoax bomb threat remain.
Case closes on campus activism
September 17, 2012
Seventeen members of the Make UT Sweatshop-Free Coalition went before a Travis County judge Friday for criminal trespass.
Campus returns to normal, reflects on University's response after false bomb threat
September 14, 2012
Students and faculty have returned to campus after Friday’s evacuation following a phone-in bomb threat that morning.
Increased police presence requested in West Campus areas
September 14, 2012
When 23-year-old transient Waylon Barnes asked another homeless man on the drag to be nicer to a group of pedestrians, he said he never could have imagined he would get stabbed.
Mysterious cooler on drag found to be empty
September 13, 2012
Students walking along the drag Thursday morning were filled with confusion as they watched local authorities cautiously examine a closed cooler.
Despite petition, Powers refuses to advocate for arrested students
September 13, 2012
President William Powers, Jr. got a surprise delivery Wednesday as representatives of the Make UT Sweatshop-Free Coalition brought a petition to his office with more than 400 signatures.
UT Administration Remains Silent as Student Lingers in Foreign Prison
September 12, 2012
As a former UT doctoral student remains jailed in Iran, UT administrators continue to refuse to take an official stance on his imprisonment.
9/11 increases Middle Eastern studies strength and enrollment
September 11, 2012
More than a decade after the world-changing 9/11 attacks, the UT community continues to see the devastation of that day seriously affect its campus, down to the classes the University offers.
Vandals deface A&M billboard with UT-themed graffiti
September 11, 2012
The UT-A&M rivalry is heating up this season as pranksters leave their mark on an A&M billboard, even though the two teams will not be playing each other this year.
Proponents of Minnesota anti-gay marriage amendment cite Regnerus' study
September 11, 2012
A UT associate professor’s controversial research is again stirring debate, this time in Minnesota, where it is being used to defend a proposed ban on gay marriage.
UT's first African-American vice president dies
September 9, 2012
When he graduated high school in the 1940s, James Hill could not attend UT because of the color of his skin. Years later, Hill held one of the University’s highest offices.
UT's first African-American vice president dies
September 7, 2012
When he graudated in the 1940's, James Hill could not attend UT because of the color of his skin but later held one of the University's highest offices.
Activists must pick their poison
September 7, 2012
Members of the Make UT Sweatshop-Free Coalition are preparing to go to court next week for criminal charges filed against them by UT.
Greek store opens alongside Austin TXbooks
September 4, 2012
Greek letters and textbooks are now sitting side-by-side at a local Austin bookstore — the first step, its owner hopes, toward becoming student-run.
Man stabbed Saturday now in stable condition, suspect charged with aggravated assault with deadly weapon
September 3, 2012
A man stabbed Saturday afternoon in front of the University Co-op is now in stable condition.
UT and Rice disagree over most effective tobacco policy
September 3, 2012
The battle over tobacco use on university campuses continues to heat up as Texas schools take different policy approaches.
Family of former UT soccer player takes stand against downtown nightclubs
August 30, 2012
The family of former UT soccer player Kylie Doniak is taking a stand against the individuals they feel are responsible for over-serving the drunk driver who hit Doniak back in February.
Female cyclist hit in West Campus Wednesday morning
August 30, 2012
A 19-year-old female bicyclist was struck by a white Nissan Wednesday morning at 7:42 a.m. at the intersection of West 24th Street and Rio Grande Street.
KUT expansion to make waves with new station
August 30, 2012
KUT may soon be able to say it has a station dedicated solely to news.
Hundreds gather at City Hall to fight an end to drug violence
August 29, 2012
Hundreds of members of the Austin community gathered at City Hall Saturday to call for an end to drug violence in the U.S. and south of the border.
UT officials weigh in on tuition increases
August 29, 2012
The debate over UT tuition continued this morning as UT System Regent Alex Cranberg and Melinda Hill Perrin, former chair of the UT-Austin Development Board, voiced their opinions in Texas Tribune guest columns.
Professor finds vailidity of standardized testing questionable
August 5, 2012
Associate education professor Walter Stroup and two other researchers discover issue with the current method of developing standardized tests.
Austin Police ramp up efforts after crime rates increase
August 5, 2012
While Austin and the state of Texas are seeing an overall drop in crime, downtown Austin is experiencing the opposite, forcing local authorities to implement new strategies to deal with growing safety concerns.
Austin City Hall approves ordinance for short-term rentals
August 3, 2012
The new regulations allow for both owner-occupied and commercial STRs, requiring that the owner of either type obtain a city permit.
New charges filed in UT sexual assault incident
August 3, 2012
Further UTPD investigation into the June 24 incident has led to an additional charge against 21-year-old Ji Hun Choi.
Campus Safety and Security clarifies emergency procedure terms
August 1, 2012
Associate Vice President Bob Harkins stresses differences between 'shelter-in-place' and 'lockdown.'
Austin City Council continues consideration of ordinance on short-term rentals
August 1, 2012
New set of regulations proposed; limits on certain types of short-term rentals a part of potential new laws.
Primary runoff election slated to be hot race
July 30, 2012
Primary runoff elections are coming to a final vote Tuesday, when a winner will be named in a U.S. Senate battle some are calling the hottest race in Texas.
Controversial UT study found inaccurate by journal
July 27, 2012
An audit found "significant, disqualifying problems" with the controversial gay parenting study.
Reporter in hot water after sharing story draft with UT sources
July 26, 2012
A Washington Post reporter’s decision to share the rough draft of a story with UT media officials before publication has prompted the newspaper to revise its reporting policy.
APD amends search policy to gain public trust
July 24, 2012
APD will now be required to ask for consent to search an individual during a stop of any kind.
Former UTSA student Jessica Ghawi killed in Aurora shooting
July 22, 2012
Since her death, Ghawi’s friends and family have taken to the airwaves to tell the world who she was.
H&M to arrive in Austin
July 20, 2012
Fashion retailer H&M will be opening their first Austin store this fall at The Domain shopping center.
New Texas Exes president outlines organization's goals
July 20, 2012
John Beckworth took over as Texas Exes president July 1.
UT computer science professor develops new software to aid in disease treatment
July 18, 2012
Less information will be required to determine best treatments for HIV, dengue fever, and other illnesses.
Program allows students to witness political change in Egypt
July 15, 2012
For the past two years, UT students have been somewhat restricted from studying in Egypt because of the violence and changing political structure within the nation.
Mourners honor workers killed in UT-Dallas construction accident
July 12, 2012
Construction has been halted until an investigation by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration can be completed.
Pandemic Flu Toolkit will predict future outbreaks in Texas
July 10, 2012
Three years ago, swine flu diagnoses swarmed the nation’s hospitals, resulting in thousands of deaths.
Newly discovered Mayan artifact provides evidence against Mayan "end-date" theory
July 5, 2012
Ancient Mayan text found in Guatemalan ruins; denotes "end-date" as time marker and not reference to an apocalypse of any kind.
UT Professor fights diabetes with culturally relevant plan
June 28, 2012
A UT professor and her innovative strategies for fighting diabetes in South Texas have led to success where others have failed.
Three workers injured after fall at West Campus construction site
June 21, 2012
Hensel Phelps Construction Company under investigation by federal, state and local organizations.
UT students and Longhorn Network collaborate to improve fans' opinions
June 19, 2012
An advertising lecturer and six UT advertising students worked with LHN to create a series of commercials promoting the year-old network.
West Campus to see investment and growth with economic recovery
June 15, 2012
High-rise construction in West Campus has started up again as part of the city’s plans to attract Austin’s student population to the area.
Powers to incorporate student input to change honor code
June 15, 2012
UT’s honor code will see changes and clarification in the upcoming months in efforts to increase its effectiveness and implementation.
UT may change honor code after Powers' review
June 12, 2012
The University may see changes to its honor code when President William Powers, Jr. reviews a recently completed report on its effectiveness.
Confusion ensues after death of UT student
June 10, 2012
Following the death of UT sophomore Erick Whitaker, members of the UT community gathered to remember his life.
Electric, hydrogen powered bus to run shuttle routes [UPDATE]
June 6, 2012
UT will cut the ribbon Thursday morning on two brand-new pieces of environmentally friendly technology.
Planned UT medical school met with opposition by local organization
June 4, 2012
Save Muny has been working since 2008 to halt plans to demolish the Lions Municipal Golf Course to use for economic development.
Presidential primary vote held after delays
May 29, 2012
Students exercised their right to vote in the Texas primaries Tuesday after a two-month delay due to the statewide redistricting debate.
UT remembers longhorns lost
May 4, 2012
The event has been held since 1998 to remember students and current and retired faculty and staff who have passed away in the prior year.
UT Blackademics present research via KLRU taping
April 27, 2012
They hope to teach students how to be successful in their future initiatives through participation in these efforts.
Wille Nelson Monument Unveiled Amid 4/20 Themed Festivities
April 23, 2012
Willie Nelson sang at the unveiling of a monument dedicated to the Austin resident and country music legend on April 20.
College of Communication honors Walter Cronkite with plaza dedication
April 19, 2012
Cronkite served as anchorman for the CBS Evening News from 1962-1981.
Longhorn Run raises funds and attracts protest
April 15, 2012
Campus fundraising efforts were met with both support and protest Saturday at UT’s second annual Longhorn Run.
SAC honors UT's unofficial historian
April 12, 2012
After her lifetime of dedication to the UT community, the University is honoring one distinguished alumna in a very special way.
Blanton Student Fest unites UT campus, community
April 5, 2012
The fest displayed the museum’s exhibits as a way of sharing the University’s efforts with the public.
UT Law hosts forum to discuss prosecutorial oversight
March 30, 2012
A forum of speakers discussed the negative effects of prosecutorial oversight in our state judicial system.
Tejano monument unveiled at Capitol as part of Texas education reform
March 29, 2012
The monument honors Tejanos and their role in the history of the development of Texas.
Tiff's Treats continues expansion, tradition of charitable contributions
March 29, 2012
Houston residents will soon be getting the chance to taste Tiff’s Treats.
Energy emergency alerts likely with expected summer temperatures
March 8, 2012
Above-average summer temperatures and resulting high energy demands may lead to conservation alerts to reduce the likelihood of rolling blackouts.
Occupy UT compared to 1960s protests, campus politics a problem
March 2, 2012
Both movements dealt with societal inequality and were the inevitable result of an inefficient governmental system.
UT Tower Celebrates 75 Years
February 27, 2012
For the first time since its construction 75 years ago, the UT Tower shone bright orange Monday night in honor of itself.
Dance marathon raises funds for Dell Childrens Medical Center
February 27, 2012
The event involved student volunteers who remained active on two legs for 12 straight hours as they participated in various themed activities.
Food is Free Project continues to promote community through gardening events
February 13, 2012
The group is working to spread wicking bed gardening to as many communities as possible.
Whole Foods stock hits all-time high as post-recession growth continues
February 13, 2012
The company’s stock peaked at $82.36 per share Thursday and closed Friday at $81.62.
Apple settles lawsuit, reimburses consumers with faulty power adapter
February 2, 2012
Apple reaches settlement with plaintiffs, offers replacement for strain-relief damaged adapters.
Austin Jewish Film Festival Brings Cultural Experience to Campus
January 31, 2012
UT glimpsed Jewish culture with the Austin Jewish Film Festival on campus.
Soldier Meets Student Opposition at Speech on Truth
January 27, 2012
During his talk, Anthony told tales of fallen comrades and presented true stories of his first war’s experience to the audience.
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