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Architecture sophomore shares how Egyptian Orthodoxy influences her life, work

Landry Allred October 10, 2018

As an architecture sophomore, Judy Labib creates things. She uses her hands, her mind and most importantly, her heritage. Labib grew up Egyptian Orthodox, and although she was not born in Egypt, she...

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Surplus store offers students way to eliminate waste while saving money

Caroline Betik October 8, 2018

Instead of making the drive to the Domain for shopping, students should consider stopping by the JJ Pickle Research Campus on Thursday afternoons to stock up on all things UT for prices they can actually...

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House of Torment amplifies the fear in its 2018 season

Noah Levine October 3, 2018

What better way to start the spookiest season of the year than with a chainsaw-wielding clown? The House of Torment is Austin’s premier haunted attraction during the Halloween season, featuring...

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South Austin’s beloved dance hall closes, community reflects

Landry Allred October 1, 2018

A building with a dance floor, themed bars and a staff and customers who care — this is a place where memories are made, people reconnect and many famous artists such as Toby Keith and Brooks &...

Student musician Eric Loop may bring a refreshingly positive tone to your Spotify profile

Celesia Smith September 27, 2018

Eric Loop, business honors and finance sophomore, has quite an impressive résumé. Between being an active member of a Christian fraternity, a Young Life leader, a founder of a service organization...

Students jump onto Littlefield Fountain hopping tradition

Caroline Betik September 27, 2018

Every year, students jump in Littlefield Fountain to pose for graduation pictures, some even decked out in their stoles and champagne in hand. Other mischievous students take a spontaneous dip in the middle...

Students weigh in on ‘freshman 15’

Ambar Ancira September 26, 2018

Failing your first test, getting lost on campus and making new friends are all things that worry freshmen. But for some, the “freshman 15” tops the list. “Freshman 15” is a colloquial...

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UT alumni share tips for starting student-run businesses

Brooke Sjoberg September 26, 2018

Having recently launched his company in 2016, Ellomix, UT business and cultural studies alumnus Neil Tanner said he used the skills and connections he cultivated on campus to get his business off of the...

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Modern movement: CapMetro, Austin’s transportation progress with times

Anna-Kay Reeves September 25, 2018

With artificial intelligence and automation reaching new levels of capability, some might say the robot revolution is approaching. However, with technology’s potential for greater efficiency and...

Female sports journalists discuss sexism, male bias in media

Trinady Joslin September 24, 2018

Five minutes after the article is published, notifications flood Dan Solomon’s phone. A quick glance shows him the criticism that fans are tweeting, but it’s geared toward his female colleague...

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Moody College of Communication opens extra section of closed course at students’ urging

Brooke Sjoberg September 21, 2018

Radio-television-film senior Rajinee Buquing needed to take the introductory cinematography course before graduating. There was just a small problem — there was only one section of the class. It...

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Graffiti Gala uses creativity to raise funds for the relocation of HOPE Outdoor Gallery

Celesia Smith September 20, 2018

For years, artists, tourists and Austinites have visited HOPE Outdoor Gallery, commonly known as Graffiti Park, to express themselves artistically. The park is set to close in October but the upcoming...

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