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From Point A to Point B: UT shuttle drivers keep the schedule rolling

Mark Carrion February 14, 2013

They form the core of the one of the largest university shuttle system in the country. Last year, they ferried more than 4.6 million passengers over 13 different routes, linking such areas as the Pickle...

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Historical monument at Mount Bonnell may be replaced, other fixtures added

Hannah Jane DeCiutiis February 13, 2013

Both natives and visitors to Austin who enjoy the expansive views of the city from Mount Bonnell may see changes to fixtures at Covert Park if a proposed plan is approved by Austin City Council. The...

Seedling grown at UT’s LBJ Wildflower Center being planted in Bastrop

The Associated Press February 7, 2013

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Thousands of pine seedlings grown at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center at the University of Texas are being packed up and shipped for planting in Bastrop County. There,...

Austin Police Department works to combat auto theft

February 6, 2013

Warmer weather will bring more car thefts to Austin, and although thefts and break-ins are rare at the University, both UTPD and the Austin Police Department are preparing for the predicted rise. According...

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This is Austin’s “Golden Era,” Leffingwell says

Hannah Jane DeCiutiis February 6, 2013

With the University’s upcoming medical school and the city’s rapid expansion in several major industries, Mayor Lee Leffingwell spoke of Austin as being in a “golden era” in his...

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Longhorns and Aggies unite for higher education legislation

Alberto Long February 6, 2013

Two hundred alumni from UT and Texas A&M joined at the Texas Capitol Tuesday to advocate for strategic investments in higher education. The sixth bi-annual Orange and Maroon Legislative Day drew...

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City of Austin extends road closures during SXSW

Matthew Hart February 5, 2013

Road closures during the South By Southwest festival will make it more difficult than ever to nativate through the downtown gridlock.  Security concerns have led event organizers to plan to close...

City unveils transit plan to meet growing regional needs

Joshua Fechter February 4, 2013

City and transportation officials released a transit plan intended to unite the Central Texas region Friday. At a press conference Friday, Mayor Lee Leffingwell said within 15 years, the city will link...

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Curfews for city trails may be waived beginning June following council resolution

Hannah Jane DeCiutiis February 4, 2013

Students who use walking and biking trails such as the Shoal Creek trail adjacent to West Campus may have access to the trails 24/7 because of a resolution passed by City Council waiving current curfews...

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UT students can now help draw Austin district lines, determine representation

Hannah Jane DeCiutiis February 1, 2013

While Austin officials are taking applications from citizens to draw lines for the city’s single-member districts, UT students have an unparalleled opportunity to represent themselves in Austin’s...

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Global Game Jam gives aspiring game developers an edge

Barak Bullock January 28, 2013

At the Skillpoint Alliance in downtown Austin, a crowded room of tech whizzes and video game enthusiasts is cordially buzzing, awaiting the kickoff of the Global Game Jam, an annual weekend of creative...

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Austin conducts homeless count amidst efforts to decrease homelessness

Hannah Jane DeCiutiis January 28, 2013

Though much of UT students’ experiences with the homeless population involve being panhandled by “Drag rats,” several students have gotten involved with an Austin group that aims to completely...

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