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Speaker remembers feminist aspect to the Chicano Movement

Nicole Sanseverino October 11, 2011

 Three coffins bearing the inscription “rest in peace” and a life-size doll with a noose around its neck displayed in front of her office were only some of the ways men intimidated Anna...

Co-op boots reward in Student Government website scavenger hunt

Allie Kolechta October 11, 2011

 Student Government has created an online scavenger hunt of questions and answers about their website for “Win Week,” a social media blitz in celebration of SG’s revamped website,...

Big Ben could become leaning tower of London

The Associated Press October 11, 2011

LONDON — Big Ben has a little bend. Experts say the neogothic clock tower — one of the world’s most recognizable landmarks — is gently leaning to one side. Documents recently published...

Stocks rise on European debt solutions

The Associated Press October 11, 2011

NEW YORK — Just last week, a bear market seemed inevitable. Since then stocks have surged four out of the past five days, bringing the S&P 500 index up 8.7 percent. The latest jump came Monday...

UT alumnus features new book depicting role in Chinese Punk Rock evolution

Brianna Pelayo October 11, 2011

UT alumnus and current high school physics teacher David O’Dell is not usually the one to bring up the subject of Chinese punk rock, but if asked, he would be able to explain in detail how he helped...

Learning Center moves to new department

Rachel Thompson October 11, 2011

The Sanger Learning and Career Center recently moved into the School of Undergraduate Studies, but it has already been aiding students by providing resources and staff to help freshman and other students...

Addition of TCU to Big 12 could restore old traditions

Jillian Bliss October 11, 2011

 TCU athletic officials announced Monday night the Horned Frogs will fill an open slot in the Big 12 Conference. The TCU Board of Trustees unanimously approved the invitation to join the conference,...

Lecture Examines Marriage and Happiness in U.S. and Japan

Sylvia Butanda October 10, 2011

The happiest periods of marriage occur with the early honeymoon phase and later on following the departure of children from the house, according to a study comparing marriage within the United States and...

Visual Arts Center features ‘Disco Desert’ art video

Sarah Lawson October 10, 2011

“Disco Desert,” a Visual Arts Center exhibit that debuted Friday, was a product of a road trip to Presidio, Texas. The Austin Video Bee, a five-person women’s art group, was responsible...

Subdued Perry tries to steady campaign in Iowa

The Associated Press October 10, 2011

ORANGE CITY, Iowa — Rick Perry has lost some of his Texas swagger. Maybe that’s what happens when a governor tops Republican presidential polls the minute he joins the race, only to plummet...

OU weekend brings $34 million to Dallas economy

Jillian Bliss October 10, 2011

One weekend a year, Longhorn football becomes just as important to the city of Dallas as it is to Austin. The Dallas Convention and Visitors Bureau estimated about 92,000 UT and Oklahoma fans flock to...

Family Fossil Day features dinosaur exhibit and children’s activities

Sylvia Butanda October 10, 2011

“Family Fossil Fun Day” at the Texas Memorial Museum offered a look at a dinosaur discovered by a UT professor and hands-on activities for children. The Texas Natural Science Center hosted...

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