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BurntXOrange

Online news & entertainment magazine at UT Austin

BurntXOrange

Online news & entertainment magazine at UT Austin

BurntXOrange

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Cite Black Women & Give Them Their Flowers

December 13, 2019

The Cite Black Women movement started out of a necessity to create a space that acknowledges and celebrates the intellectual contributions Black women have made which often times goes unnoticed.

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Texas ASO Brings Afrofuturism to Center Stage with Fest Africa

October 22, 2019

University of Texas at Austin’s African Students Organization held its annual showcase, Fest Africa, on Friday, Oct. 18. The event featured a variety of spoken word, dance and music from across the African continent.

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Sitting Down with UT’s Black Muslims Alliance

October 17, 2019

The Black Muslims Alliance is dedicated to creating an inclusive space for Black Muslims, allies and other marginalized identities at the University of Texas at Austin.

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An Ode to Indigenous Art: Bidding Farewell to Blanton’s Latest Exhibit

October 1, 2019

“Jeffrey Gibson: This Is The Day” opened to the public on July 14, 2019 bringing a breath of fresh air and a splash of vivid color to the Blanton Museum of Art.

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Honoring Gloria Anzaldúa’s Legacy Through Grassroots Activism

May 10, 2017

This year’s Gloria Anzaldúa Bruncheon focused on grassroots activism at the University of Texas at Austin and the future of student activism in light of the Trump Administration. 

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“I Heart Justice” Showcases Texas Activism

April 27, 2017

The “I Heart Justice” Poster Show is an exhibit that showcases the work of 20 socially conscience Texas artists.

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Intersectional Advocacy Conference: Four Panels To Look For

March 29, 2017

This year’s theme focuses on how queer identities navigate the current political climate.

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Frida Friday Mercado: Celebrating Art by Women of Color

March 15, 2017

Poco a Poco hosted Frida Friday, a marketplace for femmes of color to showcase and sell their artwork and clothing.

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Depictions of Venus: The Birth of Venus Launch + Benefit

March 6, 2017

Venus, an online publication dedicated to showcasing the work and experiences of self-identified women and nonbinary folk, celebrated their launch this past weekend at The Spider House Cafe and Ballroom.

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#SayHerName: Candlight Vigil for Trans Women

March 6, 2017

#SayHerName: Mesha Caldwell. Jamie Lee Wounded Arrow. Jojo Striker. Jaquarrius Holland. Keke Collier. Chyna Doll Dupree Gibson. Ciara McElveen.

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Vendors to Check Out at the Women & Fair Trade Festival

November 18, 2016

Mark your calendars! This weekend marks Austin’s very own 13th annual Women & Fair Trade Festival at the First Unitarian Universalist Church of Austin.

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AACC Showcases Black Talent on Campus With “Culture Shock” Event

November 2, 2016

The African-American Culture Committee brought out the best and brightest with this year’s “Culture Shock.”