Author: Bubble Bubble Books and Trouble

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A listing of events and stories that celebrate and recognize Black history and culture By Jessica Sinn • January 31, 2023 February marks Black History Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the contributions Black Americans have made to this country and to reflect upon the continued struggle for racial justice. Listed below are some upcoming campus and…

DDCE Publishes New ‘Overcoming’ Audiobook

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Download a free audiobook to listen UT’s stories of integration told by staff, alumni and members of the Precursors By Jessica Sinn • February 2, 2023 The DDCE is pleased to announce the online publication of “Overcoming,” a free audiobook about the history of the Black experience at The University of Texas at Austin. Produced by Jason Molin, DDCE executive…

Holding the Torch

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Brenda Burt shares how she is carrying on the legacies of Almetris Duren and many others who have supported Black students over the years By Jessica Sinn • February 22, 2023 Every year, rain or shine, Brenda Burt takes the stage on UT’s East Mall to welcome hundreds of community members at the time-honored MLK Day March and…

STEM Girl Day at UT Austin Recap

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View some photo highlights from the 22nd annual STEM Girl Day at UT Austin event By Jessica Sinn • February 27, 2023 Last Saturday, thousands of K-8 students flooded the UT Austin campus for a day of fun-filled science experiments, interactive activities and exploration at the 22nd annual STEM Girl Day at UT Austin hosted by Women in STEM (WiSTEM). With volunteers from over 130 UT Austin research…

Celebrating Women’s History Month

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A listing of stories, exhibits, books and learning resources that honor women in history By Jessica Sinn • February 28, 2023 Observed throughout the United States since the 1980s, Women’s History Month is a time to honor and celebrate the impact women have made on society. Here we have provided a listing of stories, exhibits, events and reading…

Looking Back at The Project 2023

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View some photo highlights from UT’s largest student-run day of service By Jessica Sinn • March 1, 2023 On a chilly Saturday morning, hundreds of students volunteered at the 24th annual The Project, UT’s largest student-run day of service. Throughout Project Day, held on February 25, they toiled on various neighborhood beautification projects at various work sites in…

Q&A: Putting Herself First

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School of Social Work sophomore discusses the importance of community for First-Gen Longhorns By Jessica Sinn • March 16, 2023 Ever since Gabriella Lopez was a young girl, she has always dreamed of becoming the first in her family to earn a college degree from her dream school: The University of Texas at Austin. Now a sophomore in…

2023 Longhorn Preview Day in Photos

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YEC students get a glimpse into college life at Longhorn Preview Day By Jessica Sinn • March 24, 2023 Hundreds of incoming Longhorns from schools across Texas spent a day on campus during the Youth Engagement Center’s (YEC) annual Longhorn Preview Day, held on March 8. Throughout the day, they participated in various activities to get acquainted with their new…

2023 UT Tower Awards in Photos

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View some photo highlights from this year’s UT Tower Award winners By Jessica Sinn • April 21, 2023 The DDCE and the Office of the President recently hosted the UT Tower Awards ceremony to honor excellence in community leadership among students, faculty, staff and community partners. Featured below are just a few photo highlights from the big event…

Speaking the Language

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