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Predicting the Academy Awards 2024 — the Final Section!

February 29, 2024 Stephen Craig

By STEPHEN CRAIG/ Staff Writer The Academy Awards: the awards ceremony we all like to make fun of, yet still watch every year. Founded by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), the [Read More…]

Iconic Bookstore Closing After Nearly Half a Century of Service

January 18, 2024 Barbara Martin Moro

By BARBARA MARTIN MORO/Staff Writer “Ding, dong.” “Howdy!” John Johnson said from behind the counter. From the floor to the ceiling, the wooden shelves that Johnson once built with his father stand half empty. The [Read More…]

PHOTO GALLERY: Walk Around Harvey Lake in the Evening for Your Mental Health

November 20, 2023 Anya

By ANNA ARSEIENKO/Staff Contributor When the bright sun hides its rays from our eyes, Harvey Lake attracts the night beauty while opening the splendid views for its visitors. Walking around the lake not only helps [Read More…]

Coach Hutto Has Cheer Team Ready To Stunt On The Competition

November 13, 2023 Danny Mogle

By JALLEN SULLIVAN/Contributor It’s day three at a cheer camp, and the University of Texas at Tyler team is performing its routine for the last time. During the performance, the team’s coaches jump up and [Read More…]

Is Using AI in College Unethical?

November 13, 2023 Nathan Witt

Ever wondered if artificial intelligence could grade your college essays better than your professor, or do we risk losing the essence of critical thinking in the process? Hold on to your hats as we explore [Read More…]

Messages From The Front 2: Advice For College Students

November 2, 2023 Nathan Witt

By NATHAN WITT/Editor-in-Chief How well have you strategized your college journey? What are you doing to ensure you’re not only surviving but thriving during these transformative years? Episode 11 of our podcast features an enlightening [Read More…]

Career Success Conference Captivates Students

October 26, 2023 Porter

By PORTER STAGGERS/Staff Writer Thursday, Oct. 19, the Career Success Conference came for UT Tyler students. This year’s conference was the fifth to be held on campus, and included a wide variety of panels with many [Read More…]

Trunk or Treat To Be Held Oct. 22, Community and Students Welcome

October 19, 2023 Breanna Bolle

By BREANNA BOLLE/Staff Writer UT Tyler will be hosting its annual Trunk or Treat Sunday, Oct. 22, between 5 and 7 p.m, or until all candy is gone. Trunk or Treat is co-sponsored by UT Tyler [Read More…]

PHOTO ESSAY: Afrobeats, A Night of Fun and Funk

October 19, 2023 Porter

By PORTER STAGGERS/Staff Writer Wednesday, October 4th, the African Student Organization and Black Student Association collaborated to throw the “Afrobeats Party” in the Patriot Zone. The evening consisted of party games, delicious food and music [Read More…]

Purposeful Play at Caldwell Zoo

October 9, 2023 Nathan Witt

By NATHAN WITT/Editor-in-Chief “Look! There it is! Right there!” shouts 4-year-old Victor Jr. to his mom, Elanlla. His feet “thump-thump-thump” to the front of the glass. He reaches with the tip of his toes to [Read More…]