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The video, which KUT News obtained through a public records request, shows the ceiling suddenly collapse over an outdoor patio area. No one appeared to be seated there at the time.

“I do think there is something about turtles in general that they’re somewhat charismatic and people really like them,” said Justin Havird, a UT associate professor leading research involving the turtle ponds.

Winning the SEC was just out of reach, but the Texas football team still has a great chance at bringing home a national title.

The Southeastern Conference said it is not possible for Bevo to safely be on the field during Saturday’s game because of space limitations. But the University of Georgia’s English bulldog mascot will be attending the game in Atlanta.

Marcus Myers was the linebacker for the 2005 Longhorn championship team and now works in diversity, equity and inclusion at a tech company.

The Legislature banned diversity, equity and inclusion programs at public colleges and universities but the prohibition was not supposed to affect academics. Now, Republicans are suggesting DEI-related content in classrooms is hindering efforts to prepare students for the workforce.

U.S. District Judge Robert Pitman has said groups, such as the Palestine Solidarity Committee at UT Austin, have standing to sue President Jay Hartzell over allegedly violating their First Amendment rights.

Ammer Qaddumi learned last week that he will be suspended until Aug. 15, 2025. Qaddumi sued the university and two of its leaders in August for allegedly violating his right to free speech.

The Southeastern Conference is also requiring the university to use available resources and video footage to identify individuals who threw objects onto the field during Saturday's loss to Georgia.

The Texas Senate State Affairs Committee heard testimony from invited witnesses and members of the public over proposed legislation to ban masks wearing during public protests.