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More and more students taking out loans to pay for college

Hannah Jane DeCiutiis August 6, 2012

When Morgan Bond enters UT as a freshman this fall, she will have 27 college credit hours under her belt. When Morgan graduates from UT in three years, as she hopes to do, she will be waist-deep in thousands...

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Some UT services evade common knowledge; take advantage of scholarship!

Joan Vinson August 6, 2012

With 40 acres and more than 50,000 enrolled, UT students seem to fall into a routine and allow many services to fly under the radar. Take advantage of what UT has to offer by using and attending some of...

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Co-op permit process may not be more difficult than anticipated

Bobby Blanchard August 6, 2012

While city officials claim a new policy requiring property owners to seek approval before constructing group housing buildings is a process that would only take a few months, history shows the approval...

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UT colleges add seating, prepare for large freshman class

Bobby Blanchard August 6, 2012

Brace yourselves — the freshmen are coming. University officials have spent the summer months preparing for what might be its largest incoming freshman class on record and what could be the second...

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Professor finds vailidity of standardized testing questionable

David Maly August 6, 2012

As students and educators across the state attempt to raise standardized test scores, UT associate education professor Walter Stroup has found that the validity of standardized testing is questionable. Along...

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Top ten study spots to scout before classes

Alex Niver Raisch August 6, 2012

It can be hard to study in one place. Considering studying is a big part of the college experience, moving to a new place every once in a while may help keep your eyes open for a longer period. 1. Life...

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Austin parks offer a break from urban stresses

Max Bridges August 6, 2012

UT’s sprawling campus leaves little room to park your car and not much space between buildings. Although some may not find sprawling vegetation on campus, it’s not far. Austin is home to more...

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Chemistry and physics students to save money on textbooks

Joan Vinson August 6, 2012

This fall, some chemistry and physics students won’t have to wait in line at the University Co-op for their intro-level textbooks, as professors are opting for online teaching materials instead of...

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Austin Police ramp up efforts after crime rates increase

David Maly August 6, 2012

While Austin and the state of Texas are seeing an overall drop in crime, downtown Austin is experiencing the opposite, forcing local authorities to implement new strategies to deal with growing safety...

Study finds perceived ritual effectiveness can be predicted

Max Bridges August 4, 2012

Update on Aug. 5, 3:30 p.m. - Headline has been changed to clarify study's findings. To increase your chances of getting good grades in college, follow these steps: sleep in blue clothing with an...

Austin City Hall approves ordinance for short-term rentals

David Maly August 3, 2012

A packed Austin City Hall roared with applause Thursday night after council members voted to pass a proposed ordinance for short-term rentals, or rental contracts for 30 days or less. Prior to the new...

New charges filed in UT sexual assault incident

David Maly August 3, 2012

New charges have been filed following the June sexual assault of a UT student in Roberts Hall. Further UTPD investigation into the June 24 incident has led to an additional charge against 21-year-old...

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