What happened in Austin in April? See best photos of the solar eclipse, protests and more (2024)

Berdoll Pecan Candy and Gift Company employee Desiree Hodges adjusts the solar eclipse glasses she made for Ms. Pearl The Squirrel, a 14-foot-tall statue, at the store in Cedar Creek Monday April 1, 2024. A total solar eclipse will occur Monday.

Tovard Hessel, an engineering scientist at the Space and Geophysics lab at the University of Texas at Austin, looks up at the sun with a set of his own eclipse glasses on Monday, April 1, 2024.

Tom Bauman helps restore the “Austintatious” mural he originally painted with Kerry Awn, and Rick Turner as University of Texas art students in 1973, on the north wall of the University Co-Op Monday April 1, 2024.

Cybertrucks are lined up at Tesla Giga Texas on Tuesday April 2, 2024.

Fireworks are seen as Bailey Zimmerman performs at the CMT Awards concert in front of the University of Texas Tower on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.

Kelsea Ballerini performs at the CMT Awards concert in front of the University of Texas Tower on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.

Kelsea Ballerini performs at the CMT Awards concert in front of the University of Texas Tower on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.

Bailey Zimmerman performs at the CMT Awards concert in front of the University of Texas Tower on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.

Old Dominion and Megan Moroney perform at the CMT Awards concert in front of the University of Texas Tower on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.

TxDOT Communications Director Brad Wheelis warns the public to not drive while wearing eclipse glasses during the total solar eclipse preparedness press conference at Guerrero Colorado River Metro Park on Tuesday, April 4, 2024. Austin and Travis County shared information about how they're preparing for increased traffic and visitors to the area, what the public can do to prepare, tips on viewing the eclipse safely ahead of the eclipse on Monday, April 8

Texas outfielder Adayah Wallace slides into home during Friday night's 5-2 loss to top-ranked Oklahoma on April 5, 2024 at McCombs Field in Austin, Texas.

Allie Kieffer finishes first in the 47th Annual Statesman Capitol 10K Sunday, April 7, 2024, in Austin.

Parker Stinson finishes first in the 47th Annual Statesman Capitol 10K Sunday, April 7, 2024, in Austin.

Parker Stinson and Allie Kieffer finish first in the 47th Annual Statesman Capitol 10K Sunday, April 7, 2024, in Austin.

David Holtzman carries his son David on his shoulders alongside his daughter Riley while they cheer on their mom Sarah during the 47th Annual Statesman Capitol 10K Sunday, April 7, 2024, in Austin. Riley's sign read, "go mama you rock slay."

Jelly Roll performs at the 2024 CMT Music Awards at the Moody Center in Austin, Tex., Sunday night, April 7, 2024.

Brittney Spencer and Parker McCollum perform at the 2024 CMT Music Awards at the Moody Center in Austin, Tex., Sunday night, April 7, 2024.

Dasha performs at the 2024 CMT Music Awards at the Moody Center in Austin, Tex., Sunday night, April 7, 2024.

Sammy Hagar performs in honor of Toby Keith at the 2024 CMT Music Awards at the Moody Center in Austin, Tex., Sunday night, April 7, 2024.

Performers including Sammy Hagar, Brooks & Dunn, Lainey Wilson and baseball Hall of Fame pitcher Roger Clemens salute the late Toby Keith's memory at the 2024 CMT Music Awards at the Moody Center in Austin, Tex., Sunday night, April 7, 2024.

Keith Urban performs at the 2024 CMT Music Awards at the Moody Center in Austin, Tex., Sunday night, April 7, 2024.

Jelly Roll joins Kelsea Ballerini at the 2024 CMT Music Awards at the Moody Center in Austin, Tex., Sunday night, April 7, 2024.

Jelly Roll accepts his Male Video of the Year award at the 2024 CMT Music Awards at the Moody Center in Austin, Tex., Sunday night, April 7, 2024.

Nahil Ambani looks up at the sky during the solar eclipse viewing at the Long Center Monday, April 8, 2024, in Austin.

The eclipse in totality with cloud coverage at the Long Center Monday, April 8, 2024, in Austin.

Hospital personnel at Dell Seton Medical Center in Austin cheer during the early stages leading up to the totality of the solar eclipse, Monday, April 8, 2024, from the top floor of the hospitals parking garage.

Totality is obscured by cloudy conditions from the University of Texas in Austin, Tex., Monday, April 8, 2024.

Levi Pena takes in the eclipse as the Longhorn Band prepares to perform at the University of Texas in Austin, Tex., Monday, April 8, 2024.

The eclipse in totality with cloud coverage at the Long Center Monday, April 8, 2024, in Austin.

From left, Alyssa Torres, of Austin, and her sister Teri Peterson, far right, and brother-in-law Dustin Peterson, of Bay City, watch the solar eclipse with their father, Dennis Torres, middle, who is a hospice patient at Dell Seton Medical Center in Austin, Monday, April 8, 2024, on the top floor of the hospitals parking garage. "We brought him out of hospice for this, he loves live music and he has never experienced this (solar eclipse) before," Teri Peterson said. Vampire Weekend played a solar eclipse show just down the street from the hospital at the Moody Center during the eclipse.

Thousands gather at Zilker Park in Austin, Texas to watch the solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024.

Students take in the eclipse while listening to Mariachi Paredes de Tejastitlán at the University of Texas in Austin, Tex., Monday, April 8, 2024.

Pfluger Elementary School fifth grader Stevie Jamail-Hayes explains the mechanics of a solar eclipse while giving a presentation to third graders on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 during the Buda elementary school's STEM class.

Third grade students from Reilly Elementary Josue Victorian, from left, Dennis Ixm Choj and Fidencio Caal look up at the solar eclipse during their eclipse viewing party Monday, April 8, 2024, at the elementary school in Austin. The school held a viewing party for the students.

Solar eclipse viewing at the Long Center Monday, April 8, 2024, in Austin.

Jada Navarro, Anderson High School, April 10, 2024.

Texas outfielder Adayah Wallace (4) slides into home as the Longhorns play Texas State at McCombs Field on Wednesday, April 10, 2024.

Brantley Lavas, Round Rock High School, April 10, 2024.

Texas outfielder Adayah Wallace (4) runs home as the Longhorns play Texas State at McCombs Field on Wednesday, April 10, 2024.

Dana Kardonik, Westwood High School, April 10, 2024.

Texas State players celebrate after a home run as the Longhorns play Texas State at UFCU Disch–Falk Field on Wednesday, April 10, 2024.

Kellar Cudney, Wimberley High School, April 10, 2024.

Texas catcher Peyton Powell (15) slides into second base as the Longhorns play Texas State at UFCU Disch–Falk Field on Wednesday, April 10, 2024.

Rouse defender Mia Merz (5) hugs goalkeeper Kayla Hehenberger (0) after losing to Frisco Wakeland 4-2 in penalty kicks in the Class 5A UIL Girls Soccer State Championship game at Birkelback Field on Thursday, April 11, 2024 in Georgetown, Texas.

Fidencio Duran mixes paint to restore his mural La Quinceañera at the former Holly Power Plant Thursday April 11, 2024.

A basketball hoop remains as crews continue to demolish the Frank Erwin Center Friday April 12, 2024. The Frank Erwin Center was a 500,000-square foot, six-story multipurpose arena built in 1977 on 13 acres at the southeast end of the University of Texas campus. The demolition of the Erwin Center and the adjacent Denton Cooley Pavilion basketball training facility will make way for a UT academic medical center that includes a UT specialty hospital and a MD Anderson Cancer Center. The demolition project, which is budgeted at $25 million, is currently under budget and ahead of schedule. The structure will be gone by early summer, and the project will fully complete with grading and groundwork in September. The demolition was done conventionally using construction equipment, instead of explosives, for safety purposes. Eighty percent of material will be recycled.

Westlake's Kate Grannis, Sophia Martin and Hannah Hollenbeck celebrate winning the 6A semifinal game against Rockwall at Georgetown ISD's Birkelbach Field on Friday, April 12, 2024. Westlake won 1-0.

Westlake is congratulated by fans after winning the 6A semifinal game against Rockwall at Georgetown ISD's Birkelbach Field on Friday, April 12, 2024. Westlake won 1-0.

Westlake's Carter Utkov, left and Kate Grannis, right, hug AJ Carlson after she scored a goal during the 6A semifinal game against Rockwall at Georgetown ISD's Birkelbach Field on Friday, April 12, 2024. Westlake won 1-0.

Dayveen Toral launches a dragon kite at ABC Kite Fest at Zilker Park on Sunday, April 14, 2024 in Austin.

Thousands of visitors fly kites at ABC Kite Fest at Zilker Park on Sunday, April 14, 2024 in Austin.

Workers do a test run of the new Zilker Eagle miniature train in Zilker Park Tuesday April 16, 2024. The new train replaces the Zilker Zephyr mini-train which stopped service in 2019 following a series of storms that eroded part of the track. The Zephyr left Zilker permanently in 2020 after contract disagreements between the city and the train’s owner. Zilker Park has had a mini-train since 1961, and after five years without one, it will soon welcome the Zilker Eagle. The opening date has not yet been announced.

Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Arati Prabhakar, left to right, Samsung CEO of Semiconductors Kye Hyun Kyung, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo, U.S. Rep Michael McCaul, and U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett celebrate the announcement of a major grant at the Samsung semiconductor plant in Taylor Monday April 16, 2024.

Texas Longhorns, including Head Coach David Pierce (22) gather around pitcher Andre Duplantier II (88) during a pause in the fourth inning of the LonghornsÕ game against the UTRGV Vaqueros at UFCU Disch-Falk Field, Tuesday, April 16, 2024.

Victoria Limon discusses her experience as a passenger on the Tom Green Elementary bus crash as she sits at home on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Limon, a teacher and a mother to a student on the bus, suffered fractures to four vertebrae in her lower lumbar and a bone contusion on her shin.

Dr. Kelly Damphousse, President of Texas State University, left, and Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart, Chancellor of Austin Community College District, take a selfie at the press conference on Thursday, April 18, 2024. A new partnership between Texas State University and Austin Community College (ACC) and Round Rock Independent School District has been established to establish a guaranteed transfer program. As part of the innovative "Bats to Cats" program, students will be able to earn both an associate's degree and a bachelor's degree from ACC and TXST. To qualify for the "Bats to Cats" program, students must meet certain criteria such as maintaining a minimum GPA, completing specific coursework, and fulfilling all transfer requirements. This program offers a seamless pathway for students to transition from ACC to TXST, ensuring a smooth transfer process and the opportunity to earn both degrees within a structured timeframe.

Graduating officers hold up their right hand to take their oath of service at the graduation ceremony for the Austin Police Department’s 151st Cadet Class at Bannockburn Church on Friday, April 19, 2024 in Austin.

Graduating officer Kayleen Kaipat takes a photo with family after the graduation ceremony for the Austin Police Department’s 151st Cadet Class at Bannockburn Church on Friday, April 19, 2024 in Austin. Kaipat is one of 10 graduating women in the 151st Cadet Class, the largest group of women to graduate.

Cat Levanti, Lauren Justus and Isabella Bernal look for trash along Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail for Earth Day Cleanup for The Trail Conservancy on Friday, April 19, 2024. Volunteers spent the day cleaning up Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail and Lady Bird Lake.

Aqueel Ansari holds his daughter Aizah Nargis, 3, at the 3rd Annual Eid Celebration and Friday Prayer at the Capitol Friday April 19, 2024. Every year after Muslims finish fasting for a month during Ramadan, they gather for Eid al-Fitr, the festival of breaking the fast. The event had Middle Eastern food, henna design, Arabic calligraphy and an art display.

Muslims pray at the 3rd Annual Eid Celebration and Friday Prayer at the Capitol Friday April 19, 2024. Every year after Muslims finish fasting for a month during Ramadan, they gather for Eid al-Fitr, the festival of breaking the fast. The event had Middle Eastern food, henna design, Arabic calligraphy and an art display.

Texas Longhorns pitcher Max Grubbs (38) pitches in the third inning of the LonghornsÕ game against the TCU Horned Frogs at UFCU Disch-Falk Field, Friday, April 19, 2024.

Texas White team defensive back Jordon Johnson-Rubell (23) misses intercepting a pass from Texas quarterback Cole Lourd (19) in the fourth quarter of the Longhorns' spring Orange and White game at Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas, April 20, 2024.

Texas Orange team running back Savion Red is tackled by three members of the Texas white team defense in the fourth quarter of the Longhorns' spring Orange and White game at Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas, April 20, 2024.

Texas White team wide receiver Isaiah Bond (7) celebrates scoring a touchdown in the fourth quarter of the Longhorns' spring Orange and White game at Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas, April 20, 2024.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) hands the ball of to Texas White team running back Quintrevion Wisner (26) in the second quarter of the Longhorns' spring Orange and White game at Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas, April 20, 2024.

A fan puts his 'Horns Up' in the third quarter of the Longhorns' spring Orange and White game at Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas, April 20, 2024.

Texas White team wider receiver Ryan Niblett (18) catches the ball near the ground as Orange team defensive back Jelani McDonald (25) leaps over him in the second quarter of the Longhorns' spring Orange and White game at Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas, April 20, 2024.

Texas White team running back CJ Baxter (4) is tackled by Texas Orange team defense in the first quarter of the Longhorns' spring Orange and White game at Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas, April 20, 2024.

Texas White defensive back Warren Roberson (24) knocks a catch away from Texas Orange wide receiver Aaron Butler (26) during the Longhorns' third quarter of the spring Orange and White game at Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas, April 20, 2024.

Maddie Kerr from Nashville dances during Sierra Ferrel's set on the Big River stage at the Two Step Inn country music festival at San Gabriel Park on Sunday, April 21, 2024 in Georgetown, Texas.

Ludacris performs on the Pony up stage at the Two Step Inn country music festival at San Gabriel Park on Sunday, April 21, 2024 in Georgetown, Texas.

Charley Crockett performs on the Big River stage at the Two Step Inn country music festival at San Gabriel Park on Sunday, April 21, 2024 in Georgetown, Texas.

From left, Reese Herbert, Bo Staloch, Ronin Kiekbusch and Maddie Kerr dance during Sierra Ferrel's set on the Big River stage at the Two Step Inn country music festival at San Gabriel Park on Sunday, April 21, 2024 in Georgetown, Texas.

Texas Longhorns outfielder Will Gasparino (8) misses a catch in the second inning of the Longhorns' game against the Mavericks at UFCU Disch-Falk Field, Tuesday, April 23, 2024.

University of Texas police officers arrest UT student Ammer Qaddumi at a pro-Palestinian protest at UT Wednesday April 24, 2024.

Pro-Palestinian protesters march at the University of Texas Wednesday April 24, 2024.

A UT student is arrested at a pro-Palestinian protest at the University of Texas Wednesday April 24, 2024.

State troopers in riot gear try to beak up a pro-Palestinian protest at the University of Texas Wednesday April 24, 2024.

At a peaceful, pro-Palestinian protest held at the University of Texas on April 24, 2024, more than 40 people were arrested. The demonstration was organized by the Palestine Solidarity Committee, a registered student organization, as well as a student chapter of the national Students for Justice in Palestine, which called for an end to the Israeli-Hamas conflict.

State troopers try to break up a pro-Palestinian protest at the University of Texas Wednesday April 24, 2024.

At a peaceful, pro-Palestinian protest held at the University of Texas Wednesday, more than 40 people were arrested. The demonstration was organized by the Palestine Solidarity Committee, a registered student organization, as well as a student chapter of the national Students for Justice in Palestine, which called for an end to the Israeli-Hamas conflict.

State troopers arrest a man at a pro-Palestinian protest at the University of Texas Wednesday April 24, 2024.

Texas State Troopers bandage up Journalist from the New York Times David Montgomery head during a peaceful, pro-Palestinian protest held at the University of Texas Wednesday, more than 40 people were arrested. Student organizations Palestine Solidarity Committee and Students for Justice in Palestine organized the demonstration, which called for an end to the Israeli-Hamas conflict.

State troopers try to break up a pro-Palestinian protest at the University of Texas Wednesday April 24, 2024.

At a peaceful, pro-Palestinian protest held at the University of Texas Wednesday, more than 40 people were arrested. The demonstration was organized by the Palestine Solidarity Committee, a registered student organization, as well as a student chapter of the national Students for Justice in Palestine, which called for an end to the Israeli-Hamas conflict.

At a peaceful, pro-Palestinian protest held at the University of Texas Wednesday, more than 40 people were arrested. The demonstration was organized by the Palestine Solidarity Committee, a registered student organization, as well as a student chapter of the national Students for Justice in Palestine, which called for an end to the Israeli-Hamas conflict.

At a peaceful, pro-Palestinian protest held at the University of Texas Wednesday, more than 40 people were arrested. The demonstration was organized by the Palestine Solidarity Committee, a registered student organization, as well as a student chapter of the national Students for Justice in Palestine, which called for an end to the Israeli-Hamas conflict.

At a peaceful, pro-Palestinian protest held at the University of Texas Wednesday, more than 40 people were arrested. The demonstration was organized by the Palestine Solidarity Committee, a registered student organization, as well as a student chapter of the national Students for Justice in Palestine, which called for an end to the Israeli-Hamas conflict.

At a peaceful, pro-Palestinian protest held at the University of Texas Wednesday, more than 40 people were arrested. The demonstration was organized by the Palestine Solidarity Committee, a registered student organization, as well as a student chapter of the national Students for Justice in Palestine, which called for an end to the Israeli-Hamas conflict.

At a peaceful, pro-Palestinian protest held at the University of Texas Wednesday, more than 40 people were arrested. The demonstration was organized by the Palestine Solidarity Committee, a registered student organization, as well as a student chapter of the national Students for Justice in Palestine, which called for an end to the Israeli-Hamas conflict.

At a peaceful, pro-Palestinian protest held at the University of Texas Wednesday, more than 40 people were arrested. The demonstration was organized by the Palestine Solidarity Committee, a registered student organization, as well as a student chapter of the national Students for Justice in Palestine, which called for an end to the Israeli-Hamas conflict.

A protester who wants to be know as Free Hamze chants during a peaceful, pro-Palestinian protest held at the University of Texas Wednesday, more than 40 people were arrested. The demonstration was organized by the Palestine Solidarity Committee, a registered student organization, as well as a student chapter of the national Students for Justice in Palestine, which called for an end to the Israeli-Hamas conflict.

At a peaceful, pro-Palestinian protest held at the University of Texas Wednesday, more than 40 people were arrested. The demonstration was organized by the Palestine Solidarity Committee, a registered student organization, as well as a student chapter of the national Students for Justice in Palestine, which called for an end to the Israeli-Hamas conflict.

At a peaceful, pro-Palestinian protest held at the University of Texas Wednesday, more than 40 people were arrested. The demonstration was organized by the Palestine Solidarity Committee, a registered student organization, as well as a student chapter of the national Students for Justice in Palestine, which called for an end to the Israeli-Hamas conflict.

At a peaceful, pro-Palestinian protest held at the University of Texas Wednesday, more than 40 people were arrested. The demonstration was organized by the Palestine Solidarity Committee, a registered student organization, as well as a student chapter of the national Students for Justice in Palestine, which called for an end to the Israeli-Hamas conflict.

Quichi Patlan PHD student joins a peaceful, pro-Palestinian protest held at the University of Texas Wednesday, April 24, 2024. More than 40 people were arrested. The demonstration was organized by the Palestine Solidarity Committee, a registered student organization, as well as a student chapter of the national Students for Justice in Palestine, which called for an end to the Israeli-Hamas conflict.

The DNA Doe Project team leader, Rhonda Kevorkian, discusses the process she went through to find information on a cold case in her home on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. The DNA Doe Project has revolutionized the field of forensic science by using genetic genealogy to solve cold cases and identify unidentified human remains. By leveraging DNA databases and genealogical research, the project has provided closure to countless families and brought justice to victims who have long been forgotten. Its impact on the criminal justice system cannot be overstated, as it has shed light on previously unsolvable cases and given hope to those seeking answers.As part of the DNA Doe Project, Rhonda works remotely from her home office.

Members of Education Austin, the union for the teachers and staff of Austin ISD, hold signs up to passing cars on Ben White Boulevard near the headquarters for Austin ISD during a rally held ahead of the school board meeting, Thursday, April 25, 2024.

Alexandra Pierson, 19, participates in a chant outside the Main Building on campus with hundreds of other students. Professors, students, and supporters of UT-Austin demonstrated on campus on Thursday, April 25, 2024

Greg Casar, Congressman for Texas Congressional District 35, addressed UT-Austin professors, students, and supporters outside the Main Building on Thursday, April 25, 2024.

A former UT student wears a scarf at a pro-Palestinian protest at the University of Texas Thursday April 25, 2024.

Ammer Qaddumi, one of the protesters arrested on Wednesday, April 24,2024, participates in a chant outside the Main Building on campus. Professors, students, and supporters of UT-Austin demonstrated on campus on Thursday, April 25, 2024

A protester chants while participating in a walk-out and protest action on the campus of the University of Texas in Austin, April 25, 2024. Students and faculty walked out of classes to protest the treatment of pro-Palestinian protesters by university and state leadership the day before as well as to continue protesting the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Over 50 protesters were arrested on UTÕs campus the afternoon prior.

Shanta Miller hugs her daughter Miriam Williams at a vigil for Shanta's son Malachi Williams outside San Marcos City Hall on Thursday, April 25, 2024 in San Marcos, Texas. Malachi Williams was killed by San Marcos Police on Thursday, April 11, 2024.

Rhys W packs up signs for the evening at a pro-Palestinian protest at the University of Texas Thursday, April 25, 2024.

Texas Longhorns infielder Katie Stewart (20) slides to third past Iowa State infielder Ashley Minor (50) during the game at Red and Charline McCombs Field on Friday, April 26, 2024 in Austin.

Texas Longhorns pitcher Teagan Kavan (17) and infielder Katie Stewart (20) celebrate an out during the game against Iowa State at Red and Charline McCombs Field on Friday, April 26, 2024 in Austin.

Bad Bunny performs during his Most Wanted Tour at The Moody Center Friday, April 26, 2024.

Grace Nelson, right, and Chris Ramshaw, left, dance at the Round Rock High School Prom at the Sheraton Austin and Georgetown hotel on Saturday, April 27, 2024 in Georgetown, Texas.

Raiden Abell does a flip in the middle of the dance floor at the Round Rock High School Prom at the Sheraton Austin and Georgetown hotel on Saturday, April 27, 2024 in Georgetown, Texas.

Walker Wallace dances in a group of students at the Round Rock High School Prom at the Sheraton Austin and Georgetown hotel on Saturday, April 27, 2024 in Georgetown, Texas.

Boats are docked in a dwindling inlet in Volente on Travis Monday April 29, 2024. Lake Travis is 38% full.

Students participate in a walk-out during a pro-Palestenian protest at McCallum High School Monday, April 29, 2024.

University of Texas at Austin faculty and staff hold the names of Palestinian educators during a silent vigil on the south steps of the UT Tower on Monday, April 29, 2024. The staff gathered to call for a ceasefire in Gaza and to condemn Israel for commiting a "Scholasticide," in Palestine. The term scholasticide is used in reference to the destruction of educational institutions and institutions of higher education in Palestine.

Police pepper spray protesters that are blocking police vehicles from leaving the University of Texas at Austin on Monday, April 29, 2024. Protesters created an encampment on the UT Tower south lawn meant to call attention to the war in Gaza and to condemn the University of Texas at Austin’s relationship with defense companies. Protesters were given notices to vacate and were then removed by Austin Police, University police, and Texas State Troopers.

A pro-Palestinian protester yells at the University of Texas Monday April 29, 2024.

Pro-Palestinian protesters watch law enforcement officers arrest protesters at the University of Texas Monday April 29, 2024.

State troopers arrest a man at a pro-Palestinian protest at the University of Texas Monday April 29, 2024.

State Troopers stand in front of the cleared encampment at the University of Texas at Austin on Monday, April 29, 2024. Protesters created an encampment on the UT Tower south lawn meant to call attention to the war in Gaza and to condemn the University of Texas at Austin’s relationship with defense companies. Protesters were given notices to vacate and were then removed by Austin Police, University police, and Texas State Troopers.

Protesters stand with linked arms at an encampment on the UT Tower south lawn meant to call attention to the war in Gaza and to condemn the University of Texas at Austin’s relationship with defense companies on Monday, April 29, 2024 in Austin.

A protester yells "Free Palestine," as she is handcuffed by University of Texas at Austin police on Monday, April 29, 2024. Protesters created an encampment on the UT Tower south lawn meant to call attention to the war in Gaza and to condemn the University of Texas at Austin’s relationship with defense companies. Protesters were given notices to vacate and were then removed by Austin Police, University police, and Texas State Troopers.

The crowd and UT Tower is visible in the sunglasses of a Texas State Trooper at the University of Texas at Austin on Monday, April 29, 2024. Protesters created an encampment on the UT Tower south lawn meant to call attention to the war in Gaza and to condemn the University of Texas at Austin’s relationship with defense companies. Protesters were given notices to vacate and were then removed by Austin Police, University police, and Texas State Troopers.

Protesters stand with linked arms inside a circle of Texas State Troopers and police at an encampment on the UT Tower south lawn meant to call attention to the war in Gaza and to condemn the University of Texas at Austin’s relationship with defense companies on Monday, April 29, 2024 in Austin.

A state trooper pepper sprays protesters at a pro-Palestinian protest at the University of Texas Monday April 29, 2024.

A protester chains tables together to make a makeshift barrier around an encampment on the UT Tower south lawn meant to call attention to the war in Gaza and to condemn the University of Texas at Austin’s relationship with defense companies on Monday, April 29, 2024 in Austin.

A protester is taken away by Austin police officers at the University of Texas at Austin on Monday, April 29, 2024. Protesters created an encampment on the UT Tower south lawn meant to call attention to the war in Gaza and to condemn the University of Texas at Austin’s relationship with defense companies. Protesters were given notices to vacate and were then removed by Austin Police, University police, and Texas State Troopers.

At the University of Texas at Austin on April 29, 2024, police arrest a protester at an encampment where students called attention to the war in Gaza.

Protesters block police vehicles from leaving the University of Texas at Austin on Monday, April 29, 2024. Protesters created an encampment on the UT Tower south lawn meant to call attention to the war in Gaza and to condemn the University of Texas at Austin’s relationship with defense companies. Protesters were given notices to vacate and were then removed by Austin Police, University police, and Texas State Troopers.

Protesters place a sign on the George Washington statue at a pro-Palestinian protest at the University of Texas Monday April 29, 2024.

A protester is taken away by University of Texas at Austin police on Monday, April 29, 2024. Protesters created an encampment on the UT Tower south lawn meant to call attention to the war in Gaza and to condemn the University of Texas at Austin’s relationship with defense companies. Protesters were given notices to vacate and were then removed by Austin Police, University police, and Texas State Troopers.

Texas State Troopers line up below the UT Tower to clear an encampment on the south lawn protesters gather to call attention to the war in Gaza and to condemn the University of Texas at Austin’s relationship with defense companies on Monday, April 29, 2024 in Austin.

Protesters hold hands while listening to speakers during a walk-out and protest action on the campus of the University of Texas in Austin, April 25, 2024. Students and faculty walked out of classes to protest the treatment of pro-Palestinian protesters by university and state leadership the day before as well as to continue protesting the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Over 50 protesters were arrested on UT's campus the afternoon prior.

Protesters participate in a walk-out and protest action on the campus of the University of Texas in Austin, April 25, 2024. Students and faculty walked out of classes to protest the treatment of pro-Palestinian protesters by university and state leadership the day before as well as to continue protesting the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Over 50 protesters were arrested on UT's campus the afternoon prior.

Protesters participate in a walk-out and protest action on the campus of the University of Texas in Austin, April 25, 2024. Students and faculty walked out of classes to protest the treatment of pro-Palestinian protesters by university and state leadership the day before as well as to continue protesting the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Over 50 protesters were arrested on UT's campus the afternoon prior.

UT Student Ammer Qaddumi sits on the shoulders of a friend after arriving at the walk-out and protest action on the campus of the University of Texas in Austin, April 25, 2024. Qaddumi was greeted with cheers from the crowd as he was one of the first protesters arrested the day prior. Students and faculty walked out of classes to protest the treatment of pro-Palestinian protesters by university and state leadership the day before as well as to continue protesting the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.

Volunteers help organize and fill out paperwork for those arrested during pro-Palestinian protests at the University of Texas earlier in the day in the lobby of the Travis County Jail, April 24, 2024 in Austin, Texas.