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Department of Education proposes overhaul to campus sexual misconduct rules

By Meghan Nguyen - Updated on November 16, 2018 at 4:26 pm

Department of Education proposes overhaul to campus sexual misconduct rules.
Additional cell service available at football game in case of emergency

By Gracie Awalt - Updated on November 16, 2018 at 12:25 am

For the last home football game of the season, the Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium will have its own broadband network solely for emergency responders.
Gluten-intolerant Greek struggles with dietary restrictions

By Hayden Baggett - Updated on November 16, 2018 at 12:23 am

In Greek life, drinking beer is not just accepted — it’s expected. But one UT fraternity member has never had the opportunity to crack open a cold one with the boys.
The hidden treasures inside the archives of the Harry Ransom Center

By Savana Dunning - Updated on November 16, 2018 at 12:20 am

The Harry Ransom Center houses a collection of papers, artifacts and artworks from some of history’s most famous artists and the people that work hard to preserve their legacies.
UT Aluma makes history in Harris County ‘Black Girl Magic’ campaign

By Sami Sparber - Updated on November 16, 2018 at 12:09 am

UT alumna Latosha Lewis Payne and other 16 women are among the 59 Democratic judges who were elected in Harris County, which has a population of more than 4.5 million and includes Houston.
Chancellor Milliken supports task force report on UT administration job cuts

By Katie Balevic - Updated on November 16, 2018 at 12:03 am

UT System Chancellor James Milliken said he has embraced the results of a task force that suggested the System should cut 70 to 110 full-time administration positions.
Student legislation proposes ethnic studies class, Native American and Indigenous Cultural and Resource Center

By Sara Schleede - Updated on November 15, 2018 at 11:59 pm

Senate Resolution 1807, introduced at the Senate meeting Thursday night, advocates for the creation of an ethnic studies class to allow underclassmen the chance to explore the study of different ethnic groups in the United States.
UT community celebrates coming home during Diwali

By Jackson Barton - Updated on November 14, 2018 at 11:56 pm

For Hindus, Diwali is an annual celebration of good conquering evil in the epic “Ramayana.” In the epic’s climax, Rama defeats the demon king Ravana and returns home. The story can be interpreted as light’s victory over darkness, said Ganesh Chittari, biology and French sophomore.
Students repurpose leftover mash potatoes into waffles

By Bonny Chu - Updated on November 14, 2018 at 11:55 pm

About 40 percent of Thanksgiving food goes to waste, which is equivalent to 204 million pounds of turkey, according to a 2016 report by the environmental advocacy group Natural Resources Defense Council.
Former UT students aim to create affordable long-distance transportation

By Hayden Baggett - Updated on November 14, 2018 at 11:53 pm

Hitch, a long-distance ride-hailing startup founded by two former UT students, is relaunching its operations in early December.