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On-campus Papa John’s faces possible removal
The Papa John’s Pizza location in Dining Hall West is facing removal after a report emerged alleging the company’s former CEO used a...
Housing switches internet provider
For the third time in two years, campus housing has changed internet providers. The most recent transition, from UTD-sponsored internet – CometNet and...
University reaches funding milestone
Editor’s Note: This article has been updated to include additional information about the National Research University Fund and quotes from President Richard Benson....
Softball players earn national recognition
Two players from the UTD softball team have been placed on the Academic All-America team, becoming the first in the softball team’s history...
Fitness Center reopens after weeks-long closure
After three weeks wrapped in caution tape, the doors to the Fitness Center have reopened to reveal new carpeting, restructured machinery and a...
Drone tech takes off
Ron Poynter was first introduced to drones while working as a helicopter pilot for the military. It wasn’t until federal restrictions on civilian...
Professor helps patients regain voices
A UTD professor developed a portable speech processor allowing people who have suffered the loss of their larynx the ability to speak again....
UTD labs launch green initiative
A new on-campus initiative could make laboratories more sustainable and environmentally friendly. The Office of Research Lab Safety introduced the Green Labs initiative...
‘League’ team advances to nationals
UTD’s “League of Legends” team — now recognized by the athletics department as a varsity sport — qualified for and competed at the...
UTD benefactor Margaret McDermott passes away at 106
Editor’s Note: Updated to include statements from members of the UTD community. One of the most influential figures at UTD and in the...