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UTD's student-run newspaper since 1980

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UTD's student-run newspaper since 1980

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University closes select fall 2020 dining venues

University closes select fall 2020 dining venues

August 31, 2020

Comets will have fewer places to dine this semester, as about two-thirds of on-campus dining locations close until further notice. As of August 28, only six venues will remain open: Chick-fil-A, The...

UREC will be offering eight different types of classes, including yoga, dance, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and more. (Photo courtesy of UREC)

‘We have something for everyone, so stay active’

August 31, 2020

Students can now return to recreation facilities on campus—but with a few caveats. Tricia Losavio, the director of UREC, said that the Activity Center and Rec Center West are currently open, and...

The election board convened Aug. 30 to discuss concerns regarding online solicitation.

SG vice president candidate disqualified from elected position

August 30, 2020

This article will be updated as more information is acquired. Last update: Aug. 30, 9:30pm The Student Government election board has voted unanimously to disqualify vice president candidate Stephanie...

UTD Presidential Town Hall – 6.24.2020

June 26, 2020

Click here for town hall recording Note from the editor: Although the university should be providing their own recording of the town hall, we wanted to give you access to my recording in the interim....

Public policy senior Roma Venkateswaran will complete the rest of her internship virtually. Photo Courtesy of Roma Venkateswaran

Archer fellowship moves online

May 4, 2020

Students interning in Washington D.C. move back home, finish courses online The Archer fellowship is a program that gives UT System students an opportunity to spend a semester in Washington D.C. This...

Graphic by Bianca Del Rio | Mercury Staff

Clubs adjust meetings, membership requirements to a virtual format

May 3, 2020

Student organization center helps groups transition online With the university closing for the rest of the 2019-2020 school year, many clubs and organizations face consequences to their agendas for...

: Students can expect to see the refund posted to their account around April 29. Photo by Anna Phengsakmueang | Photo Editor

Refunds issued for meal plan holders

May 2, 2020

UTD began issuing partial refunds on April 15 Following the cancellation of campus housing in response to COVID-19, UTD has begun issuing refunds to students who purchased meal plans for the Spring...

Springapalooza and the Cosmic Film Festival are two events that were canceled due to campus closing. Photo by Roshan Khichi | Mercury Staff

SUAAB holds virtual events for rest of semester

April 20, 2020

Following UTD’s transition to online classes, the Student Union & Activities Advisory Board canceled all of their remaining in-person spring semester events. Responsible for various campus events,...

Graphic by Astrid Hernandez | Mercury Staff

Students face monetary losses after study abroad cancellations

April 19, 2020

University officials recently made the decision to suspend all international travel through the calendar year due to the coronavirus pandemic. This policy change cancelled all summer, fall and winter...

Graphic by Chiamaka Mgboji | Graphics Editor

Comet Cupboard continues to operate despite physical location closing

April 16, 2020

Volunteers prepare boxes of food to distribute to students on first-come first-serve basis The Comet Cupboard’s campus location shut down indefinitely due to the novel coronavirus outbreak. Despite...

The Student Counseling Center spent 3 weeks preparing for the transition to online counseling. Jenna Temkin (pictured), clinical director, said an ongoing challenge was letting the student body know that their services were still being offered. Photo from Archives Roshan Khichi | Mercury Staff

Student counseling center continues therapy services online

April 15, 2020

Staff adjusts to online switch amidst coronavirus pandemic UTD’s Student Counseling Center has transitioned to online teletherapy in response to the spread of the novel coronavirus. Without a clear...

Semiramis Amirpour, coach and senior lecturer, said joining the pro sales team would provide necessary experience and training for students hoping to go into sales professionally. Photo Courtesy of Semiramis Amirpour

Pro-Sales Team places first at international sales competition

April 1, 2020

Players competed against 80 opponents in role-play, speed-selling events UTD’s Pro Sales Team beat out 80 other schools from around the world to win first place  at the International Collegiate...

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