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Online news & entertainment magazine at UT Austin

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Online news & entertainment magazine at UT Austin

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Amado Peña: Finding Home

October 10, 2017

Amado Peña, a Mexican and Native American artist, shares his story of self-identity and cultural connection.

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Recap: Beyond Borders at the Texas Tribune Festival

September 27, 2017

While recognizing the disarray surrounding domestic policy decisions, the 2017 Texas Tribune Festival also considered an equally uncertain future regarding America’s place in the world.

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Key Quotes from the Texas Tribune Festival

September 25, 2017

Presenting the largest program in its history, the seventh annual Texas Tribune Festival sparked dozens of political discussions throughout the weekend.

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Ahead of the Action: Previewing the Texas Tribune Festival

September 20, 2017

From Sept. 22 to 24, students and professionals of all interests will gather to attend the seventh annual Texas Tribune Festival at the University of Texas at Austin.

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Honoring Gloria Anzaldúa’s Legacy Through Grassroots Activism

May 10, 2017

This year’s Gloria Anzaldúa Bruncheon focused on grassroots activism at the University of Texas at Austin and the future of student activism in light of the Trump Administration. 

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“I Heart Justice” Showcases Texas Activism

April 27, 2017

The “I Heart Justice” Poster Show is an exhibit that showcases the work of 20 socially conscience Texas artists.

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Students Celebrate Campus Diversity with Mini-Week of Events

April 14, 2017

The Diversity and Inclusion Agency of Student Government hosted the first ever Diversity Mini-Week from April 3-5.

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Desi Students Showcase Talents at Basant 2017

April 10, 2017

South Asian students made waves in "Basant," a cultural showcase hosted by the Pakistani Student Association, complete with comedy, dancing, food and a fashion show. 

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College of Pharmacy Students Discuss Opioid Overdoses

April 7, 2017

On Wednesday, College of Pharmacy students from the University of Texas at Austin gave an overdose opioid prevention and response training to the campus community. 

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Past Practices and Current Trends: Appropriation and Yoga Studios in Austin

April 7, 2017

While a lot of modern yoga seems to be branded as an exercise trend, local studio owners share the original purposes behind the practice.

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UT Poet Prodigy Niti Majethia Tells Her Story

April 7, 2017

When Niti Majethia speaks, there is a certain thoughtfulness and quiet observance that makes her wise beyond her years. Perhaps that is how she became a published poet at the age of 15, and the author of two books by the age of 19.

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Texas Shark Tank: Students Gain Experience with Real Investors

March 31, 2017

This Saturday, the Texas Shark Tank will hear business pitches from students on their pitch day at the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin.