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UTD's student-run newspaper since 1980

The UTD Mercury

UTD's student-run newspaper since 1980

The UTD Mercury

ATEC Dean Anne Balsamo said she is working to respond to the concerns students mentioned in the petition. Photo by Anna Schaeffer | Mercury Staff.

ATEC dean addresses student petition

February 25, 2019

Concerns raised include large class sizes, lack of job market for graduates A group of ATEC students created a petition raising concerns and complaints about their school. The group, called Concerned...

Eight of 10 Chartwells employees who spoke to The Mercury said they did not receive state-mandated food safety training in a timely manner. Photo by Nikita Bantey | Mercury Staff.

Chartwells workers allege lack of food safety training

February 25, 2019

Management claims all associates receive ongoing training during employment Following student concerns about food safety, The Mercury obtained evidence that suggests many Chartwells workers did not...

Richardson councilman Scott Dunn delivered a statement at a Feb. 11 City Council meeting regarding his tweet referring to Rep. Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez as a “bimbo.” Photo by Megan Zerez | Mercury Staff.

Richardson residents comment on councilman’s viral tweet insulting Rep. Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez

February 13, 2019

Richardson City Council member Scott Dunn made national headlines last week over a tweet in which he referred to U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as a “bimbo.” In a statement on Monday, Dunn said...

Photo by Anna Phengsakmueang | Mercury Staff.

New ATEC coffee bar attracts students

February 11, 2019

At mid-morning on Thursday, ATEC is still fairly quiet. Suddenly, from under the big staircase, there comes a tiny puff of steam. A moment later, there’s a smooth click and a low hum. 20 seconds later,...

After a petition circulated in December to remove Jacob Anderson, a student accused of sexual assault,  the university released a statement saying it would form a committee to review current admissions practices. Photo by Noah Whitehead | Photo Editor.

Anderson controversy prompts review of admissions

February 11, 2019

UTD was thrust into the national spotlight in December 2018 after a student petition to remove Jacob Anderson, a UTD student accused of sexual assault, went viral. Anderson transferred to the university...

Academic scandal highlights need for improved transparency

Academic scandal highlights need for improved transparency

February 11, 2019

The recent controversy surrounding the Justice Administration and Leadership program came to light in a Feb. 3 report by The Dallas Morning News, in which transfer students in a criminology master’s...

Photo by Ambarina Hasta | Mercury Staff.

Chartwells officials deny worker allegations

January 28, 2019

Chartwells officials denied allegations of workplace harassment and unfair labor practices at their UT Dallas operation. The allegations, published in the Dec. 3 issue of The Mercury, came from numerous...

The emergency poles scattered across University Village were installed 14 years ago. Photo by Noah Whitehead | Photo Editor.

Blue emergency poles to be removed from UV

January 28, 2019

University Housing is removing Code Blue phones across University Village, replacing the emergency call poles with improved lighting fixtures. Code Blue phones were installed 14 years ago and gave...

The Crow Collection is housed on Flora Street in Dallas' Arts District. Photo by Cindy Folefack | Mercury Staff.

UTD announces acquisition of Crow Museum of Asian Art

January 24, 2019

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published online on Jan. 24. It has since been updated to include quotes from Sarah Kozlowski, the director of the Edith O’Donnell Institute of Art History. UTD...

Ongoing construction in the area near Lot U and the soccer fields will bring upgraded facilities such as restrooms, offices and a patio. Photo by Noah Whitehead | Photo Editor.

New patio, offices coming to Lot U

January 14, 2019

Restrooms, concession stands undergoing upgrades for future building expansions in summer 2019 The concession stands and restrooms near the soccer fields and Lot U are undergoing renovations to create...

Photo courtesy of Reddit.

Students report raw, moldy food at on-campus eateries

January 14, 2019

Richardson Health Department conducts inspections of Dining Hall West, IHOP Express to address numerous complaints A series of posts on UTD’s subreddit featured pictures of moldy food and raw chicken...

Food service workers accuse Chartwells management of misconduct

Food service workers accuse Chartwells management of misconduct

January 14, 2019

Food service workers accuse Chartwells management of misconduct Editor’s Note: The Mercury’s publication of a Dec. 3 report, in which former and current Chartwells workers alleged verbal abuse, unfair...

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