NEWS

Our official University of Texas senior portraits for the Cactus Yearbook will be held on campus from October 23 to November 10. Spots fill up quickly, so make your appointment today! See below for instructions.

UT Regalia will be provided by our studio. All portraits will be taken on the University of Texas campus in the HSM building, Room 3.302. It is on the plaza level, near the west doors.

While scheduling your session, you can buy your copy of the 2023-24 yearbook for only $45 (pickup on campus) or $53.95 (with shipping). The Cactus will arrive in July 2024.

Follow these steps.

1. 1. Visit our photographer’s website LaurenOrders.com/login
   2. Create an online account by clicking the yellow “CREATE ACCOUNT” button
   3. Enter your School Passcode: Longhorns24
   4. Follow the prompts to schedule your session

For portrait appointment questions, please contact Lauren Studios at info@laurenstudios.com or call 951-272-8600. General yearbook inquiries should be directed to editor@cactusyearbook.com.

We are now accepting applications. Visit http://cactusapplications.blogspot.com/ to view the applications.

Questions or concerns please email cactuseditorinchief@gmail.com

Note: read all instructions on the application. Several positions have supplemental requirements. 

All Applications due by Monday, Sept. 17, 2018

Although our official deadline for editorial applications has already passed, Cactus is still looking to hire a new athletics section editor and assistant editor.

The assistant editor is the right hand of the Editor-in-Chief. This editor is basically the VP of the editorial staff, helping the Editor-in-Chief oversee all production of the book. He or she will need to be strong in all aspects of yearbook production- from copy to design.

The athletics section editor is responsible for the creation of the athletics book section. With the guidance of the editorial staff, he or she will coordinate stories and photos for the pages within their sections. They will be responsible for the design of their section, so should have a strong background in publication design. Section editors should have strong organizational skills, resourcefulness and an ability to communicate ideas effectively. Adobe InDesign experience is required. The athletics section includes coverage of all UT’s varsity sports. The editor of this section will work closely with Texas Sports to cover everything from the Red River Rivalry game to swimming and golf.

Both of these positions are paid. To apply, fill out the form here. The deadline to apply is August 18, no later than 5 pm. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Tess Cagle at either 956-369-8377 or cactuseditorinchief@gmail.com. Thanks!

Cactus is now hiring editors for the 2014-2015 edition of the yearbook. We are looking for creative and talented students who are passionate about yearbook production. Anyone is encouraged to apply- regardless of your major and classification. Prior yearbook experience is preferred, but not required. If interested, please fill out the form here by June 16, no later than 5pm. If there are any questions, please email cactuseditorinchief@gmail.com.

If interested in applying to be a writer or photographer, keep an eye out for the general staff application which will be posted by the end of June. Thanks!

Stop by our table located near Gregory Gym today! We have a special $30 off the yearbook today for parents weekend! Hope to see y’all soon!

Want to join our staff? We are currently looking for an academics and organizations section editor. This is a paid position! Please fill out the attached form by Sunday, October 27^th! We look forward to reading the applications, thanks! 2013-2014_Cactus-App1

Cactus yearbook is offering a $30 discount on the 2013-2014 yearbook to all incoming freshmen during orientation. To purchase a discounted book, be sure to have your yearbook photo taken in the FAC when you get your student ID. Our photographer will have discount order forms on hand! Any questions can be directed to Jaclyn Kachelmeyer at kachelmeyer.jaclyn@gmail.com.

2013-2014 Cactus Application

If you are interested in joining the Cactus yearbook staff for the upcoming school year as a writer, photographer, or editor, please download the application above and, once completed, email it to kachelmeyer.jaclyn@gmail.com by June 10th, no later than 5 PM. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Jaclyn Kachelmeyer. Thank you!