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What’s up with Honorlock?

UTD has implemented online exam proctoring through Honorlock, but the software’s collection of data has led to widespread concerns about student privacy. Available...

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Center for Global Business creates virtual internship program

International travel ground to a halt last semester, but the Center for Global Business has developed solutions to allow students to gain international...

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Vending machines offer disposable face masks

Vending machines across UTD are now selling disposable surgical face masks to help students safely return to life on campus. As schools and...

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Student gatherings: what’s permitted, what’s not

Student gatherings and club events are prohibited until further notice – with exceptions for free speech activities. Student organization officers received an email...

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Think outside the (potato) bun

Edit as of 9/4/2020, 3:00pm: when contacted by The Mercury earlier today, Dining Services said that the Taco Bell Cantina was not able...

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University closes select fall 2020 dining venues

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...

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UT Dallas Police Department, Richardson Police respond to Black Lives Matter protests

In light of the Black Lives Matter movement, the UTD Police Department and Richardson Police have implemented new training and procedural measures to...

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‘We have something for everyone, so stay active’

Students can now return to recreation facilities on campus—but with a few caveats. Tricia Losavio, the director of UREC, said that the Activity...

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SG vice president candidate disqualified from elected position

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

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