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13 hours with the Class of 2013
May 17, 2013
The Daily Texan sent a reporter and photographer to spend the 13 hours with the Class of 2013. Here is the story.
University pilots alternative learning management system 'Canvas'
September 6, 2012
A match that could possibly knock market leader Blackboard off campus.
Limited game coverage by LHN causes frustration
August 31, 2012
Longhorn football fans without tickets or a subscription to cable providers carrying the Longhorn Network will not be able to watch UT’s first two football games against Wyoming and New Mexico.
Obama administration supports UT in Supreme Court case
August 13, 2012
Supreme court case puts spotlight on UT admissions policy
August 5, 2012
The debate on UT's top 10 percent rule will open on the national stage in October when the Supreme Court hears oral arguments in Fisher v. University of Texas.
Controversial UT study on gay parenting sparks debate
June 12, 2012
A new UT study stating children with gay parents turn out resoundingly different than children with heterosexual, married parents has spurred LGBT advocates across the nation into the offensive.
President discusses revised orientation
June 3, 2012
Bill Powers to speak to orientation participants for first time in years; changes in line with the President's Student Advisory Council.
Faculty, students unite in support of Powers
May 15, 2012
The Faculty Council passed a resolution supporting the president and his administration Monday.
Allegations of Powers' termination invoke speculation, response
May 11, 2012
An unsubstantiated report claiming the UT System Board of Regents may have plans to fire President William Powers Jr. on Wednesday night invoked a series of responses.
End of semester tradition leaves student injured
May 4, 2012
A Capital Metro bus driver ran a red light and hit a student today during the biannual foam sword party.
Scandals disrupt student elections across Texas campuses
May 3, 2012
Scandals and disqualifications shook student government elections in colleges across the state this year.
Former president of College Republicans at Texas is revealed to have been leading the organization while not a student at UT
May 2, 2012
When College Republican’s officers confronted Pierce about her status, Wright said Pierce chose to leave the organization.
Local band has ambitious future
April 30, 2012
In The Works, the alternative pop and soul band is made up of five men, three of whom attend UT.
Malcolm X Lounge offers safe haven to students of all races
April 27, 2012
Several Longhorns counter the notion that the Malcolm X Lounge is exclusive to black students.
Graduate Student Assembly vice president speaks on budget cuts, new position
April 25, 2012
The Daily Texan interviewed Joel Simmons, newly elected GSA vice president.
New Graduate Student Assembly officers begin taking up issues, planning goals for new year
April 25, 2012
Members entering official positions this year will deal with budget cuts, benefits.
Old leaders make way for new blood
April 18, 2012
Former Senate of College Councils President Carisa Nietsche will spend the next few weeks helping to transition the new leaders to their positions.
New policy will allow transgender students to list their preferred name on University records
April 16, 2012
For transgender students, roll call can open the door to being outed to classmates.
Queer Student Alliance kicks off Pride Week with educational events
April 16, 2012
Students around campus will raise a rainbow-colored flag this week in efforts to promote a stronger and safer LGBT community on campus.
UT tobacco ban encourages healthier habits among users, cancer research funding
April 11, 2012
UT announced Wednesday it will prohibit the use of tobacco products on all University property effective this month.
Butler, Baker end term after year of change within SG
April 11, 2012
Outgoing SG partners concerned about continuation of projects; will help new members transition.
UTPD program to target laptop thefts
April 5, 2012
Chances of recovering stolen laptops may increase this year with the launch of a new UT program.
Reactions to this years SG election have UT taking a closer look at Election Code
April 4, 2012
The new Student Government General Assembly took their place as the elected student voice of the University in its first meeting Tuesday.
After much controversy, Student Government announces election winners
March 30, 2012
Thor Lund and running mate Wills Brown captured the presidency with 2,571 votes, defeating Lawler, who received 2,112.
Complaint filed against Lund, Brown over trademark violation
March 28, 2012
SG presidential candidate Thor Lund and running mate Wills Brown came under speculation by the Election Supervisory Board on Tuesday for possibly violating University trademark rules in their promotional materials.
Q-and-A with SG presidential candidate, John Lawler
March 28, 2012
Lawler discusses goals he will pursue if elected student body president.
Q-and-A with SG presidential candidate, Thor Lund
March 27, 2012
Lund addresses issues such as budget cuts, tuition costs, and Student Government goals.
Madison and Antonio's second disqualification leaves two candidates on ballot
March 26, 2012
After weeks of deliberation over the disqualification of candidates Gardner and Guevara, the SG Judicial Court gave the final word.
Judicial Court to decide Gardner/Guevara appeal
March 26, 2012
The candidates claimed the ESB violated procedure when evaluating a complaint against their campaign.
Student Government candidates await court decision regarding election
March 23, 2012
The SG Judicial Court will decide on Sunday whether there was procedural error in the ESB’s decision to disqualify Gardner and Guevara.
Student government candidates disqualified again after two days
March 22, 2012
Nimmer said he does not know if Gardner and Guevara plan to appeal but would not be surprised if they did.
University of Houston experiences similar obstacles during SG elections
March 22, 2012
As of Wednesday, students at the University of Houston became familiar with a term UT has been acquainted with — disqualification.
Campaign expense complaints filed against Gardner, Guevara after reinstatement
March 21, 2012
Austin Carlson, SG law school representative, filed a complaint against Gardner and Guevara calling for their disqualification Monday evening.
SG candidates drop lawsuit after being reinstated
March 20, 2012
The UT Student Government presidential elections will occur next week on March 28 and 29.
Leffingwell endorses SG presidential candidate
March 20, 2012
Mayor Lee Leffingwell endorsed Student Government presidential candidate John Lawler and running mate Terrence Maas.
SG aims to help students 'Find a Space'
March 19, 2012
Students will now be able to find reservation information for more than 550 indoor and outdoor spaces using online database “Find A Space.”
Madison and Antonio reinstated, SG presidential elections held March 28 and 29
March 19, 2012
Gardner and Guevara were reinstated as Student Government presidential candidates, will drop their lawsuit against the University.
UT female student assaulted inside taxi
March 19, 2012
A suspect has not yet been identified and no arrests have been made.
Gardner, Guevara hearing to take place on March 26
March 19, 2012
Butler and Baker to preside over the General Assembly until legal action and elections are carried out.
Judge to determine Gardner and Guevara's candidate status on March 26
March 17, 2012
The student body may be one step closer to electing its Student Government leaders these next few weeks.
University student sexually assaulted during morning hours
March 15, 2012
A female UT student was sexually assaulted inside a taxi cab while on her way to the main UT campus this morning.
SG presidential elections postponed further
March 12, 2012
The temporary restraining order issued on the Student Government presidential elections has been extended to March 27.
Texas Exes structure changes results in controversial staff losses
March 9, 2012
The Texas Exes dismissed Nicar and two other employees Monday.
Teenage cancer researcher breaks barriers for young science enthusiasts
March 7, 2012
Shree Bose took part in the Austin Forum on Science, Technology & Society Tuesday night.
Judge to determine status of SG election
March 6, 2012
The Daily Texan received information from an anonymous source on Wednesday in response to Gardner’s lawsuit against UT.
SG presidential elections postponed
February 29, 2012
A Travis County judge has postponed the Student Government elections for at least two weeks.
Campaign considers filing lawsuit, cites breach of first amendment
February 27, 2012
Madison and Antonio may file a lawsuit against UT as a last resort to get back on the campus-wide elections ballot.
Gardner, Guevara not granted appeal, officially disqualified from SG elections
February 24, 2012
Madison Gardner and Antonio Guevara will be unable to reenter the Student Government race.
SG candidate aims to 'go big'
February 23, 2012
Lawler wants to demolish the brick wall in SG by changing the way the SG represents the student voice.
Madison Gardner and Antonio Guevara disqualified by ESB
February 22, 2012
Madison Gardner and Antonio Guevara were disqualified for associating their campaign with a candidate in another race.
Candidates Lund and Brown hope to bring fresh perspective to Student Government
February 22, 2012
The pair met in the third grade and have been best friends ever since.
Campaign drops appeal after emails demonstrate possible fraud attempt
February 21, 2012
The board disqualified Desai’s campaign Monday afternoon for violating the election code and committing fraud.
Desai and Langston withdraw from SG election
February 20, 2012
They have been accused of seeking information about another campaign and misrepresenting themselves as an official University entity.
Student Goverment hopefuls plan to 'Unite Texas'
February 20, 2012
Madison Gardner and Antonio Guevara are one of five executive alliances running for student body president and vice president.
Pedestrian killed in car wreck on Guadalupe
February 20, 2012
A man died and a woman was critically injured after being hit by a car outside the Wheatsville Food Co-op on 30th and Guadalupe streets.
Campus smoking ban sparks debate
February 15, 2012
The University’s efforts to comply with new anti-tobacco requirements from its funding providers has sparked debate.
Student Government campaigns face new regulations
February 15, 2012
At midnight, students from all UT colleges began a two-week political race with general elections.
Austin snow not a possibility for now
February 13, 2012
A blanket of sleet may be the only ice Austinites will see fall from the sky this season.
Research group calls for tobacco ban
February 10, 2012
If adopted, the smoking ban will also restrict smoking and tobacco during times of sporting events and tailgates.
Spending limits affect SG campaigns
February 9, 2012
Students seeking a position in Student Government may face a pricey challenge in the 2012 general elections.
Twitter Annouces Policy To Censor Certain Information
February 6, 2012
New tweets may soon be sweeping the Twittersphere carrying a message some may not like.
Political analysis company faces hacking accusations
February 3, 2012
An unknown hacker group infiltrated Stratfor’s systems in December and obtained confidential information.
Students continue to engage in activist groups
February 3, 2012
At first glance, Occupy UT appears new — but it has been years in the making.
SG passes tuition referendum despite opposition
February 1, 2012
Students will be able to voice their opinions on tuition increases and funding cuts
Deadly fungus may threaten Austin's bats
January 27, 2012
An emergence of White-nose syndrome has led to state and local efforts to save the city's beloved free-tailed icon.
Rule enforces undocumented students apply for legal status after graduation
January 26, 2012
A new rule will establish a consistent procedure.
Growing violence discourages people from crossing border
January 25, 2012
Many people with family and friends across the border still choose to make trips between the U.S. and Mexico.
Austin experiences needed rain
January 25, 2012
Travis county experienced abnormal amounts of rain and hail from a storm system from the Pacific Tuesday.
New guidelines protect immigrants
January 24, 2012
Low priority undocumented immigrants avoid deportation as a result of new deportation guidelines from the Obama administration.
Finish@UT allows students chance to complete degree
January 20, 2012
UT's new program offers ways to complete degrees with more flexibility.
Debate arises over occupy UT's student organization status
January 20, 2012
Concerns regarding Occupy UT’s status as an unofficial student organization is becoming a hot topic this semester.
After fires, Extreme Home Makeover helps donate house
January 18, 2012
Extreme Makover: Home Edition helps out those who lost their homes in Bastrop.
Occupy UT hosts student forum to protest tuition hike
January 17, 2012
Hoag: Students don’t attend tuition forums because they know that no one will listen to them and that tuition will increase regardless.
A&M Police investigate third bomb threat since 2006
December 6, 2011
The Texas A&M University experiences their third bomb threat since 2006.
UT System Board approves agreement between UTMB, Criminal Justice Department
December 5, 2011
The agreement demands the Texas Department of Criminal Justice request $45 million from its 2013 fiscal budget to cover the money it owes UTMB.
Bob Metcalfe awarded for contributions to the Internet
December 2, 2011
Metcalfe is known for building the first Ethernet as a tool for a lab to access a high speed, high quality printer.
Student entrepreneurs pitch innovative ideas
December 2, 2011
twenty teams "pitched" to a crowd of more than 200 students, professors and local entrepreneurs at the 1 Semester Startup “Demo Day” showcase Thursday night.
Austin to treat wastewater for non-drinking use
November 22, 2011
Reclaimed water can take over jobs like irrigation and toilet flushing that we use drinking water for.
Formula 1 negotiators faced with ultimatum
November 18, 2011
Thursday's ultimatum: Sign the contract by the end of next week or say goodbye to the U.S. Grand Prix for 2012.
UT alum nabs role in new 'Twilight' movie
November 17, 2011
The audition took 30 seconds. Three days later, Barnes found out she got the job.
UT to offer veteran's center
November 15, 2011
Veterans can find support with everything from GI bills to health care to job searching.
Collector of secrets advocates mutual support among peers
November 15, 2011
Warren walked around asking people to anonymously contribute a secret to a group art project.
Students battle it out in real estate competition
November 11, 2011
Graduate students from 16 universities across the country competed in McCombs 10th annual Real Estate Challenge this week.
Penn State University firings rile campus
November 11, 2011
Kurz said although there is an ethical debate surrounding Paterno’s actions, students still want him to stay.
Conference to address border issues
November 10, 2011
In the spring, international relations junior Leslie Wise participated in a class unlike any offered at UT.
New elements added to periodic table
November 8, 2011
The names darmstadtium (Ds), roentgenium (Rg) and copernicium (Cn) for elements 111, 112 and 113, respectively.
Nursing professors earn high honors
November 7, 2011
The American Academy of Nursing welcomes three UT professors as distinguished additions to their fellows.
Google helps offer UT Mail to alumni
November 4, 2011
The University will now offer the UT Mail service to its more than 450,000 alumni free of charge
Obama slighted for his race instead of politics, Pitts says
October 28, 2011
Pitts ended his lecture urging people to have conversations about the race relations of the past and their role in society today.
Local businesses still unable to broadcast UT-Kansas game
October 28, 2011
Local businesses may be negatively affected by not being able to show the UT-Kansas football game this Saturday.
Depp discusses journalism, film at SAC
October 23, 2011
Moderated by RTF professor John Pierson, the Saturday screening of The Rum Diary took place at the SAC.
News Briefly: UHS offers free STI testing to hundreds of cautious students
October 21, 2011
Many students know they have not engaged in safe sex practices and simply do not want to know if they’ve contracted a STI.
Brazil's energy program could teach US
October 21, 2011
Fisher said in order to become more energy independent the U.S. needs to remove the tariffs and subsidies on Brazilian ethanol.
Fire Relief concert raised $750,000
October 21, 2011
UT President William Powers Jr. presented the check to Austin Community Foundation to aid victims of the recent wildfires.
Gorbachev visits UT, urges America to pull out of Middle East
October 18, 2011
Gorbachev spoke as a part of the Harry Middleton Lectureship series, an initiative by the LBJ Foundation to expose students to high profile speakers.
Exhibition of LBGT athletes establishes power of visibility
October 14, 2011
It took Sheng nearly three years to find enough athletes willing to have their picture taken and turn them into a collection.
Politician shares stories from time in office
October 13, 2011
The University Democrats welcomed a Texas politician who overcame public misconceptions surrounding the gay community.
Students launch group to support higher education
October 13, 2011
The Young Texans for Excellence in Higher Education formed in response to the June efforts to reform the higher education system.
ACC institutes smoking ban
October 7, 2011
UHS plans to launch a new web-based tobacco cessation tool to help students who wish to quit smoking.
National protests spread to campus
October 7, 2011
Members gathered to express their opinions about corporate greed and political corruption.
Photographer discusses Austin street art
September 30, 2011
The days of smelling spray paint in the air and hearing the sizzle of local street artists doing their work are gone.
Pipeline spurs concerns over environmental policy, impact
September 29, 2011
Hundreds of UT students and members of the community gathered on Wednesday evening at the LBJ Library.
SG concerned with oil pipeline project impact
September 28, 2011
The resolution called for more environmental and ecological information from the State Department.
All preparations for ACL a go
September 16, 2011
APD will have extra police officers on duty inside and outside of ACL, handling everything from parking to drunkenness.
UT students memorialize friends, family lost in attacks
September 9, 2011
UT will hold a three-day commemoration, beginning with a flag lowering on the Main Mall Friday morning.
Man shares struggle with body image
April 18, 2011
On the outside, Hayden Winkler appeared to be in top condition: He was lean and muscular, he exercised daily and he led a healthy lifestyle. No one knew his heart wouldn’t beat more than 30 beats per minute, that his hair was falling out or that beneath his clothes, he could see the outline of every bone in his body.
Mother fights for eating disorder insurance coverage
April 11, 2011
Every time local writer Susan Feldkamp looked into her daughter Sarah Whitworth’s eyes, she saw a perfect child.
Journalist shares captivity experience
April 6, 2011
Journalist Laura Ling has spent her career serving as a window for readers into dangerous situations, including government oppression in Myanmar and the inner workings of Mexico’s drug war.
Bill may protect doubters of evolution
March 24, 2011
A state representative and his new bill are stirring the debate on evolution in classrooms.
Toy drive to improve childrens facilities
March 22, 2011
Catrina Hyde remembers seeing a mother reading to her daughter in a visitation room at Child Protective Services in Austin. When she looked closer, the scene held one glaring problem: The book the mother read from had several pages torn out and colored in.
Cuts to Planned Parenthood spur protest
March 9, 2011
Memorial High School senior Nicole Vargas stood a head shorter than most of the crowd at Tuesdays Planned Parenthood demonstration at the Capitol. Her opposition to proposed state cuts for the program, however, was just as big as that of every protester in the sea of pink shirts.
Singing out for haitian education
March 9, 2011
One week after the Jan. 12, 2010, earthquake that destroyed most of Haiti, exercise science sophomore Taylor Lackey remembers switching on the television to catch a “60 Minutes” report. He saw images of Haiti reduced to a pile of rubble and hundreds of dead bodies on the street. By the end of the special, Lackey said he felt God’s call to help Haiti.
States challenge birthright citizenship
March 2, 2011
Five states are bracing for a constitutional debate as they consider similar legislation that could change the definition of birthright citizenship in their states.
Immigrants rally to Capitol for reform
February 23, 2011
Chemistry freshman Adrian Reyna and his family filed for citizenship before they came to the United States from Monterrey, Mexico, more than 10 years ago. Reyna, now 20 years old, still has not been approved.
Wrapped in tradition
February 23, 2011
At first sight, Burrito Factory in Dobie Mall does not seem to be any different from any other traditional Tex-Mex fast-food joint. Juan Perez, however, points out one major difference.
Visiting former president talks foreign policy, Egypt
February 16, 2011
Former President Jimmy Carter addressed more than 200 students and community members at the Lady Bird Johnson Auditorium on Tuesday night about the situation in the Middle East, his own and other presidencies and his hopes for the country’s future.
UT Arabic senior reflects on time in violent Egypt during protests
February 14, 2011
On the first day of the protests in Egypt, Jordan Bellquist spent an ordinary day at home with Mama, her Egyptian host parent.
Financial aid offices fall short on staff
February 9, 2011
More than two-thirds of college and university financial aid administrators faced a moderate or severe resource shortage, according to a recent survey by the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators.
Year of the Rabbit
February 4, 2011
A Tenacious New Year Despite the frigid temperatures, students from all cultures celebrated the Lunar New Year with traditional Asian foods, music, and décor in the Texas Union Ballroom Thursday night.
Austin records unusual freeze, meteorologists expect snow
February 4, 2011
This week’s biting cold and frozen precipitation are quite unusual for Central Texas, said meteorologists.
Four students evacuated from studies abroad
February 2, 2011
Recent political unrest in Egypt has prompted UT officials to bring several students studying abroad there back to Austin.
Students protest Chick-fil-A sponsorship
February 1, 2011
About a dozen protesters held signs in front of the Tower on Monday morning to demonstrate against fast-food chain Chick-fil-As sponsorship of a pro-traditional family organization, as well as its presence on campus.
Millennials challenge traditions of news coverage
November 11, 2010
Envision the television, with its perfectly groomed anchors and catchy theme songs. Imagine the newspaper, with its bold black headlines and the crisp feel of the pages between your fingers. Finally, picture the radio, hosted by the compelling voice of the anchor most urgently saying, “We have breaking news.”
Benefits of energy drinks debated
November 9, 2010
At first glance, an energy drink looks like an advertisement for superheroes and villains, declaring that they “give you wings” and “unleash the beast.”
Meryl Streep visits theater students
November 8, 2010
The UT Department of Theatre and Dance set quite the scene Friday. The commotion didn’t come from the opening of a new play or the excitement of a casting call, but rather from the appearance of who many consider to be the greatest living actress of our time, Meryl Streep.
50,000 words; 30 days to write
November 2, 2010
Last night at 12:01 a.m., more than 200,000 people all over the globe booted up their computers and typed the first of 50,000 words of their novels into a blank document.
Día de los Muertos venerates the dead
November 1, 2010
The day after Halloween brings many discoveries: It can reveal the start of a cavity because of the limitless amount of candy from one’s Halloween pumpkin, or it can mark the passing of this year’s Halloween costume, doomed to remain forgotten in the back of the closet until next year.
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