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The UTD Mercury

UTD's student-run newspaper since 1980

The UTD Mercury

UTD's student-run newspaper since 1980

The UTD Mercury

Mercury story did disservice to veterans

August 24, 2015

Story, image draws criticism from subject of brain health piece I agreed to share my personal story with The Mercury to raise awareness of research and program offerings for military service members at...

“What features would you like to see added to Northside at UTD?”

April 27, 2015

“Two things that I would like are a bar type of place to just chill and grab a beer or some sort of boba or tea shop because most of them are currently inaccessible unless you have a car.” Andrew...

Homeless youth face uphill fight

Homeless youth face uphill fight

April 27, 2015

Misunderstanding of struggles young adults face when living through homelessness leads to stigmatization, scapegoating  Jose is having a bad day. He can’t concentrate at his job because of the crushing...

You said on denying business to groups based on religious beliefs:

April 13, 2015

“There’s no reason to not sell your product to someone just cause of what they are inclined to believe. They’re your customers, that’s it.” Shielah Muantana Neuroscience sophomore   “According...

Comets and Craters

April 13, 2015

Trophies: Student Media groups won 32 awards at the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association conference held in San Antonio on April 8 -11. Among the awards, our Editor-in-Chief, Miguel Perez, was named...

THE LONG FIGHT

April 13, 2015

State legislation threatens to inhibit the rights of LGBT citizens within the state, activists must not hinder in their fight for equality It’s hard to deny that the past year has been a whirlwind one...

You said on concealed carry:

You said on concealed carry:

March 30, 2015

    “I am firmly against because not everyone that has a gun and a license should be allowed to bring it on premises where people are not equipped to handle a shooting.” Thi Nguyen Biology...

Passive elections, leaders contribute to indifference

Passive elections, leaders contribute to indifference

March 30, 2015

Student apathy toward campus issues is often a direct consequence of passive leadership. Student bodies across the nation have boasted of widespread activist endeavors in the past, which include fighting...

Millenials must fight race issues

March 30, 2015

The idea that we are a generation far removed from the confines of racially biased thinking is dangerous. Everyday microaggressions — daily verbal, behavioral or environmental indignities that communicate...

Women's basketball must play stout defense to advance in NCAA tourney

Women’s basketball must play stout defense to advance in NCAA tourney

March 13, 2015

The women's basketball team has had an excellent season so far, but it will have to continue its hot streak of stout defense and ball movement if it wants to have a chance to advance to the next round...

Ed Cartoon

March 9, 2015

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