Abby Hopkins

The average American spends just over $20 a week on coffee, while 41% of millennials surveyed admitted to spending more on coffee in the past year than they invested in their retirement. However, for many students, their coffee spending habits are either temporary or worth the long-term costs.

Born to Cookie offers Austin made-to-order cookies and personal deliveries from its founder, Tanya Narithookil. Starting as a small business, she said she increased her following through connections with consulting organizations and social media influencers.

For many Americans, decades of consumerism leaves homes cluttered and families overwhelmed. A Netflix Original show is hoping to change that. 

Some students go to class hungry after pulling all-nighters and not having time to grab a quick bite. Others go to class hungry because they aren’t able to afford food.

Virtual reality, augmented reality and mixed reality experiences are on the rise, and South by Southwest will feature multiple ways for attendees to explore how these technologies can impact different industries.

Juan Trevino, a human dimensions of organizations junior, takes part in multiple entrepreneurial endeavors with the goal of creating jobs for families like his.