Drew Shaw

Politics

The Shorthorn

11/28/2023

The rise, fall and future of Texas DEI programs

Heading into 2024, Texas institutions are scrambling to comply with Senate Bill 17, which on Jan. 1 will become law, banning many Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives statewide.

The Shorthorn

11/14/2023

Students hold nationwide demonstrations supporting Palestine

UTA has held three pro-Palestine demonstrations since Oct. 7, following a national trend of universities seeing waves of rallies from students who criticize American leaders and condemn Israel's attacks on

The Shorthorn

10/11/2023

Arlington ISD adapts to Texas' new school security mandates

The state passed new school safety legislation last June, establishing uniform security protocols across public schools. While some districts are struggling to comply, Arlington was years ahead of the curb

The Shorthorn

07/10/2023

Texas has banned university DEI offices - what now?

Last month, Gov. Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 17, banning university Diversity, Equity and Inclusion offices and restricting many related practices.

Features

The Shorthorn

09/27/2023

Behind the scenes of Texas' state fair preparation

Before Big Tex ever bellows his first "howdy folks" to fairgoers on opening day, hundreds of workers will have spent all year preparing for the State Fair of Texas.

The Shorthorn

04/26/2023

North Texas' newest state park shakes roots of small town

As the new Palo Pinto Mountains State Park expects to bring in 75,000 visitors annually, the city of Strawn is preparing for change.

The Shorthorn

08/23/2023

Beautiful, dedicated slowness: exploring bonsai's peaceful roots

Despite demanding virtues countercultural to modern life's hustle, the art form has continued to attract people of all ages and countries.

The Shorthorn

08/30/2023

Opinion: AI art severs human connection

Artificial Intelligence could negate human creativity, further disconnecting a society that's more isolated than ever before. But people might not take the bait.

Breaking News

The Shorthorn

03/21/2023

One student killed, another injured in shooting outside Lamar High School

The shooting took place just before the start of the school day, with shots being fired at 6:56 a.m. The suspect has not been identified and will face capital...

The Shorthorn

04/26/2023

UTA Police arrest suspect for criminal trespass

Officers confronted the unidentified male on campus after he was issued a warning earlier in the day. He was arrested after resisting compliance.

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