Ross Ulbricht, a 2006 UTD graduate accused of running an online drug market, has been found guilty of seven crimes, including narcotics trafficking and money laundering.
FBI agents arrested Ulbricht in...
The Meteor Theatre kicked off Black History Month on Feb. 4, 2015 in the Jonsson Performance Center with “Dark Girls,” a film that delves into the much unspoken world of colorism.
This documentary...
Young and old alike came together in the Visitor Center’s atrium to celebrate the 100-year anniversary of Black History Month on Feb. 3.
The Multicultural Center, the Student Union & Activities...
As a journalist and graduate student, coffee is like an old friend.
It’s hard to imagine that about four years ago, I couldn’t even choke down a sugar-filled Starbucks mocha. Now, it’s sometimes...
Winter has fully arrived, and like many others, I’ve been seeking solace in food to deal with the cold. After moving to Dallas, I desperately sought out the perfect meal to keep me warm and fill me up,...
Two faded blue jeans and four heavy paws moved quickly toward a dark-skinned couple walking back to their car—purportedly Muslims. The owner of the fast legs and a quicker mouth spewed hate as he got...
I would be one of the first people to admit that I’m a little obsessed with planners. The thought of a new semester and a new year with so much to accomplish is exciting to me, but even for students...
In its last game before conference play, the women's basketball team (3-0) outlasted the Austin College Kangaroos (1-2) 67-64 for their third straight win of the season.
The Comets looked sharp in the...
In an ASC title match that saw rough play from both squads and missed opportunities from the Comets, Hardin-Simmons took down the men's soccer team 2-0.
The game was close early on with neither team scoring...
Created in 1994, LGBT History Month celebrates the achievements of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) individuals. Unfortunately, the LGBT community faces exclusion from history education...
"Once Upon a Time" season four promises to be one of hope and unforeseen ethical challenges
Overnight, our lives can change for the better – that is unless we’re Storybrooke residents in "Once Upon...
Miss an event this week? The Mercury's got you covered.
In case you missed it:
Sept. 23 - Back to the 80s Concert (ft. Night Drive and Datahowler)
Sept. 24 - The Student TV Showdown
Sept. 25 - VietFest...
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