Meghan Holland

Recent Contributions

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Immersive operetta ‘Alien Wanderers: Alien World: Alien Home’ takes on modern topics of border, discrimination

November 22, 2019

“Alien Wanderers: Alien World: Alien Home” by opera composer Nathan Felix takes on the task of addressing discrimination and issues surrounding the United States’ southern border. Felix sat down with The Daily Texan to discuss what went into the production of this condensed opera, called an operetta.
Longhorn Singers work together as family

November 12, 2019

The audience grows quiet as the house lights dim and the spotlights come on. After hours of rehearsal and bonding, 29 students who form the Longhorn Singers begin humming the chords of their opening number.
Plugged up: Longhorn Band members protect hearing with 'acoustic filters,' promote long-term hearing health

October 29, 2019

EAROS ONE earplugs protect Longhorn Band members' ears for games and rehearsals.
Get a lick of this: Best vegan ice cream in Austin

October 25, 2019

A variety of dietary restrictions make it challenging for some to enjoy creamy desserts, given the few vegan options available. There are some great options, however, and The Daily Texan has compiled a list to aid in the quest for delicious vegan ice cream in Austin.
How to document ACL without depleting your phone battery

October 11, 2019

The music blares, the crowd screams and a student raises their phone to record the scene and post it on their Instagram story. And then their phone dies. To avoid this Austin City Limits Music Festival nightmare, The Daily Texan has compiled a list of ways to capture the moment and keep students and their phone batteries rocking all day long.
Tips, strategies to help land your next summer internship

October 9, 2019

The University has a multitude of resources to help guide students in finding a worthwhile summer position. The Daily Texan has compiled a list of tips and resources for students to kick their search for internships into high gear.
Students talk tattoos, meanings behind them

September 13, 2019

Whether students’ tattoos carry a personal meaning or no reason at all, they serve as an expression of themselves, making the process and appearance that much more significant.

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