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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

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How to get ace-high with your professor

May 1, 2023

UTD has world-renowned faculty doing groundbreaking research, but as a freshman, it can be intimidating to form a relationship with these high-caliber individuals. But they don’t bite like a rattlesnake...

Graphic by Juhi Karnalkar | Mercury Staff

Where to grab grub

May 1, 2023

The town of Richardson has a lot of quick stops and stores for some good grub, but here are the places with the best bang for your buck. Walmart If you’re looking to get a wide selection of quick...

Graphic By Rachel Woon | Mercury Staff

Meal Exchange

May 1, 2023

Navigating dining options can be tiring — even when you're required to have a meal plan as a freshman living on campus, finding good-tasting or nutritious meals requires tact. By the time I was in my...

Photo By Anna Phengsakmueang | Mercury Staff

Mental health help

May 1, 2023

If you’re having mental health difficulties, remember that you can find help at the UTD Student Counseling Center, or SCC. What is the SCC? The SCC is a mental health clinic that serves enrolled...

Comics & Activities : 05/01/23

Comics & Activities : 05/01/23

May 1, 2023

Bag Guy And Li-ya. Graphic By Andrew Peters | Mercury Staff Necessary Evil. Graphic By Casey Rubio | Mercury Staff Derek Gives Campus Tour. Graphic By Akhil Shashi | Mercury Staff Just So...

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Best napping spots

May 1, 2023

André Averion | Mercury Staff André Averion | Mercury Staff Between busy schedules and commutes, it’s no secret that college students struggle to get some shut-eye. There aren’t any designated...

Nice study spots

Nice study spots

May 1, 2023

Finding the perfect study spot on campus is essential, as it can make a significant difference in your academic productivity — but not all of them are created equal. It’s time to rank the best and...

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Campus hideouts

May 1, 2023

There are plenty of spots in UTD that are an escape from campus on campus — you don’t need to drive or take the DART to get some peace of mind. The spots listed here are open for all students, so...

Top UTD Social Media

May 1, 2023

The best way to stay updated with campus news and activities is to be engaged with social media. Here are some of the best UTD accounts to connect with! UTD Official Instagram The main social...

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Social Life and friends

May 1, 2023

Plenty of folks roam around UTD, so socializing can sometimes seem daunting in this vast, uncharted territory. To help out, we’ve put together a list of the top ten ways to meet new people – and possibly...

Graphic By Aditi Mungale | Mercury Staff

What clubs should I join?

May 1, 2023

This phrase is something you will likely hear all the time, and student organizations are a major contributor to the social scene. But among 456 registered organizations on campus, how do you know which...

Cover by Alesandra Bell | Graphics Editor

05 31 21 Orientation Issue

June 1, 2021

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