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Let’s learn how to date

Michael Martinez October 19, 2018

The four horsemen of the college hookup: Tinder, alcohol, parties and Netflix. These powerful and common tools often fail in finding a fulfilling relationship. Finding a relationship in college can...

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Absence of net neutrality hurts students most

Brooks Johnson October 19, 2018

For many students, net neutrality is an afterthought. But its effects, or lack thereof, impact us all more substantially than we think. “Net neutrality is essentially the rules of the road for...

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Think twice before signing a lease with your sweetheart

Kateri David October 19, 2018

“At this point, we may as well move in together.” This was how my freshman-year boyfriend broached the topic of living with me. His suggestion wasn’t undue: In fact, at the time, it...

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YCT demonstration had nothing to do with free speech

Sam Groves October 19, 2018

In the aftermath of a demonstration on the West Mall earlier this month, the Young Conservatives of Texas released a statement insisting they “wished to engage in good faith dialogue with our peers...

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Exams are not the only indicator of learning

Ashka Dighe October 19, 2018

I currently take two classes in which my final grade will be determined solely by my performance on the exams. This means that a total of six exams, which take fewer than fifteen hours, will determine...

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Free CMHC support is needed now more than ever

Julia Zaksek October 19, 2018

You’re a sexual assault survivor. The last few weeks haven’t been easy for you. The Kavanaugh allegations have brought painful memories to the surface. And you can’t seem to avoid hearing...

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Where’s the representation for low-income students?

Denise Emerson October 18, 2018

Of 1,103 campus organizations, not a single one is dedicated to low-income students, according to HornsLink. Students in the bottom 20 percent of household income in Texas comprise only six percent...

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Let’s make water conservation a priority

Briana Torres October 17, 2018

From filling up our water bottles during lecture to showering after long workouts at Gregory Gym, we use a lot of water.  Students who live on campus may be less likely to notice the level of their...

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Let’s get Little Free Libraries for students’ free time

Emily Pape October 17, 2018

Cracking open a book and getting lost in the story is a great feeling. It can be a gateway to relaxation, and it is an instant stress reliever. While there are multiple libraries on campus that offer various...

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International students can benefit from staying true to themselves at UT

Chen-Pang Chang October 17, 2018

“Wine marriage party is taking place this Friday night.” When the announcement was made in a weekly meeting at the 21st Street Co-op, everyone except me was excited. In Taiwan, going to...

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Writing and STEM don’t have to be enemies

Emily Caldwell October 16, 2018

If you’ve ever found your way to UT’s meme page, you’ve probably seen a picture of  Squidward straining to blow bubbles. Squidward is labeled “STEM majors” and the...

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UHS should reduce cost barriers for students to get STI testing

Ashka Dighe October 16, 2018

Electrical engineering sophomore Carlos Borja went to University Health Services to get tested for sexually transmitted infections his first year at UT. Before getting tested, he spoke with nurses who...

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