THE UTD MERCURY

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  • Meet the Editors Behind The Mercury Newspaper

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    Fatimah: Fatimah Azeem is a psychology senior from Dallas, Texas. She’s been working at The Mercury since she was a freshman, starting off as a staff writer, and then moving on to Opinion Editor and Managing Editor before becoming the Editor-in-Chief this past summer. She leads the newspaper’s staff and operations, and she looks forward…

  • Grand ole Temoc

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    As you giddy on through the UTD campus, you might spot a certain redheaded amorphous comet. But there’s no need to quake in your boots — he’s just your friendly mascot, Temoc! On April 20, 1998, UTD Alumnus Aaron Aryanpur designed “Blaze,” a blue-skinned humanoid comet and the first iteration of UTD’s mascot, as a…

  • Learning assistance

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    You might find the basement of the library scary, but going to the Student Success Center shouldn’t be! The real fright would be falling behind in your classes. Avoid a midnight stand-off with your assignments with these campus resources, all available with a swipe of your Comet Card. The Writing Center and CommLab For all…

  • Where to park your buggy

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    UTD offers students many different lots to park their cars in as a largely commuter school. Depending on where your classes are located, some lots might be a better choice than others because walking to the building from your car can take some time. Additionally, certain parking permits can limit which areas you are allowed…

  • Nice study spots

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    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 worst study spots at UTD, rated on noise level, atmosphere and availability. 1. The top floor of the library.…

  • Campus hideouts

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    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 consider visiting them during your first couple of weeks. Creek by Parking Structure 1…

  • skate fast, have a blast

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    Computer science senior Nathan Breen glides past blossoming trees behind Green Hall, grinding a bench and trey-flipping the deck of his board as he rolls across smooth concrete. Now that spring is here, he and many other students have come out to get back into their favorite hobby: skating. Breen has been rolling for 12…

  • Comets Cosplay at SUAAB Con

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    Stunning, confident and bold, UTD students from all different walks of life participated in SUAAB’s entertaining cosplay competition on March 23. The cosplay competition, which was only one of several different events featured during Comet Con—UTD’s take on Comic-Con—allowed Comets to bring or watch their favorite anime, video game or movie characters come to life.…