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Tiff’s Treats founders to share struggles, successes at Tejas Coffees

Jordyn Zitman September 4, 2019

Every Thursday, students pack the small living room at the Tejas Club for Tejas Coffees, where they hear entrepreneurs, politicians and other influential speakers discuss their journey.  On Sept....

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Students share underrepresented, uncensored narratives and perspectives in ‘Black Yearbook’

Trinady Joslin August 29, 2019

Adraint Bereal was discouraged by the absence of students who looked like him around campus. But as a freshman walking through the Student Activity Center, a door finally opened.  Now, three...

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5 thrift stores easily accessible by public transit

Brooke Sjoberg August 29, 2019

Austin is home to both independent and chain thrift shops that boast thousands of pre-owned options to revamp anyone’s wardrobe. However, for particularly savvy students, there are a few select...

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Forbes scholarship offers three students the chance to attend summit for free

Trinady Joslin August 29, 2019

Although each one defines entrepreneurship differently, Elvin Galarza, Hamza Abdallah and Amerison Shrestha all have something in common: they were recently selected to be a Forbes 30 Under 30 scholar. In...

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Haus of Texas provides space for students to participate, learn about drag

Trinady Joslin August 28, 2019

In the halls of Dobie Twenty21 Student Spaces, drag performer Celia Light saw potential. Surrounded by students interested in performing in drag, Light formed a family within the building. After months...

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These campus resources can help students relax, mentally and physically

Brooke Sjoberg August 28, 2019

Returning to campus after summer can leave students physically and mentally strained. However, there are resources on campus that can help put students at ease. In particular, Gregory Gym and the Counseling...

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Top 5 blockbusters of the summer for college students

Noah Levine August 26, 2019

It’s a beautiful summer day, so the only logical thing to do is go to the movies. Summer 2019 was a great one for movies. Fans of every genre — from superhero flicks to shocking horror films,...

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Students experience new perception of racial differences in South Korea

Denise Emerson August 10, 2019

Experiencing a society where almost the entire population is ethnically homogeneous can be jolting for those who grew up in theUnited States. Some black and Hispanic students studying abroad in Seoul,...

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LGBTQ students struggle to find roommates they’re comfortable with

Rolando Hernandez August 10, 2019

It can be hard to find roommates in West Campus. It can be even harder for members of the LGBTQ community. Feeling on-edge in their own home, LGBTQ students sometimes deal with snide comments and feelings...

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UT student Will Nakata crosses Broadway into video game world with “Clemativa!”

Carlos Garcia July 30, 2019

It’s almost showtime on Broadway. As the player walks down the stage, a group of evil fraternity brothers get in their way. The gamer must start smashing Z and X on the keyboard to get through the...

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Follow these hot tips for smooth summer move out

Carlos Garcia July 23, 2019

The most stressful time of the summer is coming. Hopefully, you were able to renew your lease, but if you weren’t able to do so, it’s time to move out. Moving out of West Campus is a headache....

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UT students feel safe studying abroad near North Korea

Denise Emerson July 16, 2019

Some UT students are studying abroad near a country that some Americans fear greatly. The political relationship between North Korea and the United States is fragile with the recent rise of nuclear...

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