While K-Pop has gained more popularity here in the US, it can still prove difficult for enjoyers of the genre to find others and form real-life connections. But, thanks to John Wilkinson and K-Pop Nite TX, that gap is slowly being bridged as he works to foster safe communities for all K-Pop lovers to enjoy.

Harry Styles’ residence in Austin marked yet another venture in his Love On Tour. After a week-long festival of feather boas, strangely specific handmade signs, and foot traffic clogging San Jacinto, the Moody Center has been acquired and is transferring its ownership –it’s Harry’s House now.

Voting means a lot of different things to different people. Sometimes, it can be overwhelming and difficult to decipher between various candidates and policies; other times, it feels wholly pointless to vote, especially for communities whose voices are regularly ignored by the government.

Used clothing stores are good for the environment because they keep clothes out of landfills while saving you money with their reasonable prices. But, can the same be said about independent vintage aggregation and resale? The short answer: it depends.

When my group and I arrived at the Q2 stadium to participate in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s event, we were approached by a friendly staff member who asked how we were connected to the cause. No one, including myself, was sure of how to answer.

As I walked up the hill to the Texas Capitol on the morning of October 2nd, it became clear that I’d underestimated the sheer scale of the Women’s March.

One of the first words that comes to mind when thinking about Austin is “food”.

I’ve met many people through the screen of my laptop this year, but no encounter compares to that of meeting The Luxxuray (aka Tyler R. Lewis), UTalent Records recording artist and graduate of Moody’s Master Program in Journalism.

The Austin area is a bustling business scene, with new companies popping up every day. While some are owned and operated by families, other local businesses are also run by couples. Many of these couples say that their businesses grew from a shared interest that drove their success as well as their relationships.

I attended one of those 6A, ultra-competitive, suburban Texas high schools. The kind of school that places first in every UIL event and appeals to upper-middle-class families. A school that sends a huge chunk of their graduating classes to The University of Texas at Austin.

The Cite Black Women movement started out of a necessity to create a space that acknowledges and celebrates the intellectual contributions Black women have made which often times goes unnoticed.

A deep dive into the wardrobe of Austin’s most beloved actor, now professor, and the films that inspired his iconic style. 

There are those who don’t always have the chance to go back home for Thanksgiving. Fortunately, if you are one of the students staying on campus this break, here is a list of ways to spend Thanksgiving day in Austin.

To say life imitates art is true. Emmanuel King, a University of Texas at Austin urban studies sophomore, makes a conscious effort to record, shoot and direct every intentional moment of time that challenges the way in which he and others view the world.

This year students from UT Austin’s Texas Applied Arts partnered with Waterloo Conservancy to create an interactive and “multi-sensory experience” for Austin’s light installation show at Waller Creek.

Held annually, the Austin Powwow has remained one of the largest single-day celebrations in the country. This month, the Great Promise for American Indians conducted the 28th Annual Austin Powwow and American Indian Heritage Festival.

For author Thaïs Bass-Moore, syllabuses are not only essential for the classroom, but for life as a black woman. This year, Bass-Moore wrote and published her new book A Syllabus for Black Women: 110 Life Lessons for Sistahs in College

Everything from iridescent, handmade kimonos to a vintage Jack Skellington-like coat and mask can be found in the front yard of the wig and makeup shop Coco Coquettes during the Multi-Vendor Vintage Costume Yard Sale.

University of Texas at Austin’s African Students Organization held its annual showcase, Fest Africa, on Friday, Oct. 18. The event featured a variety of spoken word, dance and music from across the African continent.

The Black Muslims Alliance is dedicated to creating an inclusive space for Black Muslims, allies and other marginalized identities at the University of Texas at Austin.

On Sunday, Oct. 13, Austin’s local spot for drinks and live music, Cheer Up Charlies hosted a fundraising event in support of its co-owner Maggie Lea, who was recently diagnosed with breast cancer .

To some, shopping is finding comfort through cotton and colors. To many, shopping is finding comfort in knowing they seized the best deal possible.

Many teenagers would probably be perplexed if their parents approved of their involvement with marijuana. However, Shayda and Sydney Torabi’s mom, Jennifer Torabi, was not only for it, but sparked the idea for the sisters’ successful Austin business, Restart CBD.

In September 2019, Austin lost it’s very own Daniel Johnston, a singer-songwriter and visual artist behind the iconic “Hi, How Are You” mural. At the age of 58, Johnston passed away in his sleep while dealing with health issues close family said.

For most students, college is a time for self-discovery as they enjoy life before needing to commit to a full-time job. Some students, however, see college as the perfect time to cultivate their careers.

“Jeffrey Gibson: This Is The Day” opened to the public on July 14, 2019 bringing a breath of fresh air and a splash of vivid color to the Blanton Museum of Art.