Archive for: texas independence day
What’s Great About UT Is What’s Great About Texas
By Andrew Roush
On the occasion of Texas Independence Day, Alcalde assistant editor and erstwhile reluctant Longhorn Andrew Roush, BA ’09, reflects on what makes our state great. I’ll...
Independence, Education, and Texas
By Andrew Roush
Texas history was my favorite class in middle school, and possibly of all time. (Sorry, band, you were a distant second). Thank you, Mrs. Cheshire, for telling...
Texas Forever: March 2 Through the Years
By Rose Cahalan
How do you celebrate Texas Independence Day? From whistling to wine tasting, here’s how Texas Exes chapters have marked the occasion for over a century. Editor’s...
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“Victory or Death” Letter Returns to the Alamo—With Longhorns’ Help
By Rose Cahalan
For decades, the letter proclaiming the Texas Revolution’s most famous battle cry—“Victory or Death”—was hidden away in a little-known government...
From Coast to Coast, Chapters Celebrate Texas Independence
By Laura Carpenter
Since 1900, Texas Exes far and wide have gathered on March 2 to break bread and pay tribute to the Lone Star State and the University. This year was no different,...
Five Facts You Didn’t Know About Texas Independence Day
By Rose Cahalan
Break out the cowboy boots and tequila—it’s Texas Independence Day! Here are five lesser-known facts about UT and March 2: UT students first celebrated...
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Letter from the Executive Director: Busy Season
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Alcalde Photo Editor Takes Italy and Switzerland
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The Life and Legacy of Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium at 100 Years
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Program in UT’s College of Pharmacy Provides Cellphones to People Experiencing Homelessness
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UT’s Wind Ensemble Celebrates 50th Anniversary at Carnegie Hall