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Online news & entertainment magazine at UT Austin

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Riverside Students Create Coalition

Riverside Students Create Coalition

Briana Martinez April 5, 2022

Housing in Austin is expensive. Many students can’t afford to live in West Campus, where the rent median is at $1,295, according to Zumper. For this reason, many students decide to live in the Riverside...

8 Stories Behind Tattoos

8 Stories Behind Tattoos

Reo Lee March 25, 2022

It comes in all different shapes and sizes, with lines that curve and swirl into intricate designs on smooth skin. No matter the tattoo’s color, price, or location, each symbol etched onto the body...

How to get involved with comp-sci outside of the major

How to get involved with comp-sci outside of the major

Kaitlyn Rouse March 4, 2022

Computer Science at UT Austin is an incredibly intensive program, but there is much to be gained from having skills in the field. As a freshman computer science major, I know firsthand the rigors of the...

Behind the scenes with Lanicrochets

Behind the scenes with Lanicrochets

Reo Lee March 4, 2022

Colorful checkered bags, bright colored tops, soft plushies, and embroidered hats line the shelves. At Lanicrochets, dreams and wishes become a reality in the form of eye-catching and handmade crocheted...

5 Ways to have a good day with Mike

5 Ways to have a good day with Mike

Talisa Trevino November 18, 2021

Everyone loves the UT Parking Guard Mike from PTS for his uplifting personality and inspirational quotes (especially when we’re having a rough day). But I wondered how he’s so cheerful all the time...

Recap of Women's March ATX 2021

Recap of Women’s March ATX 2021

Ivana Alexa Darancou October 29, 2021

The annual nationwide Women’s March took place on Oct. 2, 2021, for activists to protest against recent abortion laws.  The event began at 9:00 a.m. at the Texas Capitol and the people attending...

A Reflection of Hispanic Heritage Month

A Reflection of Hispanic Heritage Month

Thalia Menchaca October 20, 2021

Hispanic Heritage Month spans from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 as a time to recognize and celebrate the achievements and contributions of Hispanic Americans to the United States, as well as to educate others...

Let’s Talk About Abusers in Hollywood... and the Celebrities Who Work With Them

Let’s Talk About Abusers in Hollywood… and the Celebrities Who Work With Them

Thalia Menchaca October 7, 2021

Trigger Warning: This article includes discussions of sexual assault, abuse and trauma. With stars like Margot Robbie, John David Washington, Taylor Swift, Christian Bale, Anya Taylor-Joy, Rami Malek...

10 Secret Study Spots at UT

10 Secret Study Spots at UT

Kaitlyn Rouse September 30, 2021

If you’re a student at the University of Texas at Austin, then you know all of the hotspots for studying around campus: Perry-Castaneda Library, The Union, Medici Roasting, Flawn Academic Center, etc....

Rhea Bhat: Taking on TikTok as @texasbrownie

Rhea Bhat: Taking on TikTok as @texasbrownie

Talisa Trevino September 29, 2021

We all know the “that girl” TikTok genre that showcases a day-in-the-life of “that girl” who seems to have her whole life together, broadcasted in all it’s perfection in a one-minute time frame....

How to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Austin

How to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Austin

Damiana De La Paz September 28, 2021

September 15 marked the first day of Hispanic Heritage month. As many students are new to the Austin area after over a year of virtual learning, many may be wondering how to celebrate this month in Austin....

Lucky Lab Hosts Tailgate Celebration For Eighth Birthday

Lucky Lab Hosts Tailgate Celebration For Eighth Birthday

Jessica Garcia September 28, 2021

Photo by Jessica Garcia “Let’s meet at Lucky Lab” is a common phrase heard among UT students. Located across the street from the UT campus, Lucky Lab Coffee Co. is a place where students can...