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Peddler Dirt Derby holds bike races on Tuesdays

Bobby Blanchard March 7, 2012

With the hope of getting more beginners riding on Texas trails with their bikes, Central Texas Grassroots Cycling will be hosting four more bicycle races this spring. The Peddler Dirt Derby, CTXGC’s...

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Austin, home of the Lorax, brings in largest Dr. Seuss art exhibit

Alexa Ura March 7, 2012

Austin has been the home of Dr. Seuss’ “The Lorax” since the 1970s, and two local exhibits are celebrating the historical connection this month. ART on 5th is hosting the largest Dr....

Daily Texan deficit raises concern

Megan Strickland March 7, 2012

With a March 19 budget deadline looming, The Daily Texan is operating on a six-figure projected deficit for a third year, joining college newspapers across the nation trying to find their place in a shrinking...

Austin plastic bag ban passed, stores and customers must accommodate

Rachel Thompson March 7, 2012

With the passage of a new city ordinance that will ban the use of disposable bags next year, some Austin grocers may have to alter parts of their stores in order to comply with the ban. The ordinance...

Austin Police Department to install two security cameras on Fourth Street

Sarah White March 7, 2012

The Austin Police Department plans to place two new security cameras downtown, increasing the number of cameras in the area to 29, said Lt. Patrick Cochran. The two cameras will be placed on Fourth...

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Assistant professor explores lack of women in computer sciences

Alexa Ura March 7, 2012

America’s perception of computer scientists has shifted from the 1960s computer girl to the modern IT guy because of a masculinization of the industry and sexist advertising content, said Nathan...

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IndyCar drivers dispute boycotting

The Associated Press March 6, 2012

SEBRING, Fla. — Several IndyCar drivers dismissed any notion of boycotting Texas Motor Speedway and said the entire issue has been blown out of proportion. “I want to stop all this nonsense...

Event emphasizes sexual consent

Hannah Jane DeCiutiis March 6, 2012

Consent in sexual situations can be complicated to navigate, especially for undergraduate students who may not have much experience with physical intimacy. Consent requires both parties in a sexual encounter...

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California assistant professor lectures on computer safety

Reihaneh Hajibeigi March 6, 2012

Similar to Iago’s betrayal of Othello, various components of computer operating systems can manipulate the applications and technologies we use in our computers. Hovav Shacham, assistant professor...

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Student assessment stresses importance of competency

Samuel Liebl March 6, 2012

As higher education in the United States shifts to become more student focused, UT students stand to gain greater competency in essential skills, while academic departments are encouraged to discard their...

Judge to determine status of SG election

Jody Serrano March 6, 2012

A Travis County judge may determine whether former Student Government presidential candidate Madison Gardner and running mate Antonio Guevara will be allowed back on the election ballot by Monday, March...

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Health Fair educated students on health possibilities

Sylvia Butanda March 6, 2012

Staying healthy throughout the year means increasing food and exercise variety in your daily lifestyle instead of restricting yourself through brief diets. The Student Dietetic Association and the Nutrition...

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