Author: The UTD Mercury
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Students call for end to nuclear testing
Folks, our UT Dallas community is at a crossroads. Your voice is going to determine where we go from here. On Aug. 29, the United Nations, along with thousands of people across the world, commemorated the International Day Against Nuclear Testing. Here at UT Dallas, I took a moment to reflect on the impact that…
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Thinking outside of The Box
The UTD Athletics Department added a venue for students to tailgate and watch various outdoor sporting events with new levels of viewing entertainment. The Box’s goal is to provide students with the ultimate fan experience through tailgating and fan engagement. In addition to this, Valerie Hoops, the athletic marketing coordinator, said she hopes that The…
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New cricket field solves woes
A new field built for the UTD cricket team opened at the beginning of the semester after the team’s old field closed. The cricket team spent the past year without a proper facility and was unable to practice many of the core skills necessary for cricket. The new field is located south of Lot U.…
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Professor retires after 42 years
A longtime professor retired on Aug. 31 after serving 42 years as a UTD faculty member. David Ford aided in UTD’s growth by aiding in accreditation and development of an undergraduate and graduate program within JSOM. His experiences before his career contribute to the way Ford approaches his occupational goals, as well as the way…
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JSOM offers new beer class
A new craft brewing course is now available at UTD, offering students a unique insight into the beer industry. Graduate student Rachel Johnson’s husband, who enjoys home brewing, introduced her to the industry. Taking this class, Johnson said, would help her know more about craft beer, and at the same time, help her network with…
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New restaurant wows with flavor
Za’tar Eastern Mediterranean Cuisine serves naturally delicious ingredients and perfectly balanced seasoning with the authenticity of Mediterranean food conveniently located in the Comet Cafe. The Student Union opened Za’tar on Aug. 21 in place of the crEATe salad bar. If you choose to order a wrap, you must pick a base and a meat with…
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Sonic release refreshes gameplay
On the surface, Sonic Mania looks like a continuation of where the first three games left off. However, the overall design adds new experiences while remaining true to its origin. Long-time fans have endured the different reinventions of Sonic throughout recent years, but Mania takes a step back and lets players fall in love with…
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Full-service bakery opens in Dining Hall West
Students and faculty will now be able to purchase customized desserts on campus thanks to a new bakery service at UTD called Comet Cakes, which opened in Dining Hall West on Aug. 21. The Comet Cakes menu includes cupcakes, cake pops and tiered, round or sheet cakes. All of the desserts can be ordered and…