2023 - The Patriot Talon

Social Media: The Ultimate Distraction

February 24, 2023 Noah Tew

By HANNAH BENSON/Talon Contributor College students are heavily influenced by social media and are impacted by its prevalence. Tasks such as sitting down to do homework, showing up to class or trying to go to sleep [Read More…]

UT Tyler Offers Mental Health Services

February 24, 2023 Noah Tew

By DAMARIS AVILA/ Talon Contributor According to the Healthy Minds Study, “More than 60% of students met the criteria for at least one mental health problem, during the 2020-2021 school year.” Some students may not know [Read More…]

New Residential Life Director Looks to Make Improvements

February 22, 2023 Breanna Bolle

By BREANNA BOLLE/Staff Writer There has been chatter among students regarding housing for the fall and next spring semester. The UT Tyler’s Residence Life and Housing department’s new executive director is Dr. Joseph Berthiaume. Berthiaume [Read More…]

Campus News

SGA Addresses Event Planning for Student Organizations

February 21, 2023 Elaina Gonzalez

By ELAINA GONZALEZ/Opinion Editor At the Student Government Association meeting on Feb. 14, he Academic Advising ad hoc committee presented information on event planning for student organizations and new rules. Academic Advising Committee Ashley Bill, [Read More…]

How Climate Change is Affecting East Texas

February 21, 2023 Megan Williams

By MEGAN WILLIAMS/Staff Writer East Texas hit a high mean average last summer of nearly 87 degrees, compared to 2011 still holding a record temperature of more than 90 degrees, according to Brett Anthony (KYTK) [Read More…]

D&D and Wizards of the Coast OGL Breakdown: All You Need to Know

February 16, 2023 Luke Spence

By LUKE SPENCE/Staff Writer, BREANNA BOLLE/Staff Writer After announcing a new edition of Dungeon & Dragons, called “One D&D”, Wizards of the Coast announced a revision to the Open Gaming License, worrying many in the [Read More…]

Many With Diabetes Struggle to Pay for Insulin

February 16, 2023 Noah Tew

By DYLAN SHACKLETT/ Talon Contributor Insulin cost has grown 600% since 2002, according to NPR, leaving many diabetics struggling to buy the drugs that keep them alive. Insulin was discovered by researchers at the University [Read More…]

Valentine’s Day: The Violent History

February 13, 2023 Paulina Mata

By PAULINA MATA/Staff Writer Chocolates, roses and teddy bears are a few hallmarks of Valentine’s Day. The holiday of romance is known for heartfelt gestures from loved ones, but it hasn’t always been this way. [Read More…]

Mentoring Alliance Provides Blessings with UT Tyler Scholarship

February 7, 2023 Macy Weatherford

By MACY WEATHERFORD/ Staff Writer Mentoring Alliance is a Christ-centered, multi-ethnic ministry serving children and families in East and Central Texas. The nonprofit is about connecting godly people with families to provide high-quality, after-school programs, [Read More…]

UT Tyler Patriot Dancers Perform With Alumni

January 31, 2023 Macy Weatherford

BY MACY WEATHERFORD/ Staff Writer The University of Texas at Tyler’s Spirit Squad is representing UT Tyler by providing joy with their performances. The Spirit Squad has three teams: dance, cheer and stunt. The Patriot Dancers [Read More…]