Life and Arts

5 thrift stores easily accessible by public transit

By Brooke Sjoberg - Updated on August 28, 2019 at 11:49 pm

Austin is home to both independent and chain thrift shops that boast thousands of pre-owned options to revamp anyone’s wardrobe. However, for particularly savvy students, there are a few select shops at the top of the list with realistic pricing and accessibility by public transportation. Here are five of the best thrift shops for students to visit near campus.
Forbes scholarship offers three students the chance to attend summit for free

By Trinady Joslin - Updated on August 28, 2019 at 11:36 pm

Although each one defines entrepreneurship differently, Elvin Galarza, Hamza Abdallah and Amerison Shrestha all have something in common: they were recently selected to be a Forbes 30 Under 30 scholar.
Haus of Texas provides space for students to participate, learn about drag

By Trinady Joslin - Updated on August 27, 2019 at 11:03 pm

Surrounded by students interested in performing in drag, performer Celia Light formed a family within Dobie Twenty21 Student Spaces. After months of giving makeup tutorials and attending each queen’s debut performance, the group has expanded outside of Dobie and is now called Haus of Texas, an official UT organization.
These campus resources can help students relax, mentally and physically

By Brooke Sjoberg - Updated on August 27, 2019 at 11:02 pm

Returning to campus after summer can leave students physically and mentally strained. However, there are resources on campus that can help put students at ease.
'IT' fans discuss eager anticipation to float with Pennywise again in 'Chapter Two'

By Noah Levine - Updated on August 27, 2019 at 10:53 pm

On Sept. 6, audiences will truly float “two.” Pennywise has returned from his 27-year slumber and is ready to feast on the children of Derry, Maine, in the highly-anticipated film “IT Chapter Two.”
A Longhorn’s guide to the Hill Country

By Mackenzie Dyer - Updated on August 27, 2019 at 10:53 pm

For a last-minute "treat yourself" weekend, a one-day escape or road trip, check out the list below with must see places at accessible costs and locations in the Hill Country.
Of course Taylor Swift’s Lover is good — here’s why

By Brooke Sjoberg - Updated on August 25, 2019 at 10:37 pm

As her first foray into music production with a new label, Taylor Swift’s Lover truly captures the mood for 2019 — love. Self-love, love for friends, love for family and love between lovers are all themes Swift explores in her seventh studio album.
‘Ready or Not’ takes successful stab at original horror

By Noah Levine - Updated on August 25, 2019 at 10:37 pm

Till death do us part has a whole new meaning. “Ready or Not” is a high-stakes horror film surrounding a newlywed bride who marries into the Le Domas family, notorious for taking pleasure in literally hunting their new additions.
Top 5 blockbusters of the summer for college students

By Noah Levine - Updated on August 25, 2019 at 10:33 pm

Summer 2019 was a great one for movies. Fans of every genre — from superhero flicks to shocking horror films, all the way to chaotic action adventures — were treated to an array of unique and entertaining experiences. In no particular order, here are five films that were sure to be a hit with college students this summer.
‘Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark’ successfully resurrects childhood fear

By Noah Levine - Updated on August 12, 2019 at 8:13 pm

The illustrations that haunted ‘90s childhoods are back, more alive than ever. “Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark” is a film adaptation of the eponymous collection of short stories written by Alvin Schwartz and iconically illustrated by Stephen Gammell.

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