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Tips for Incoming Freshmen

March 30, 2022 The Patriot Talon

By MOCTEZUMA PEREZ/Staff Writer As the year winds down and as campus tours take place for eventual high school graduates, here are words of advice from current freshmen to give to future freshmen a heads up [Read More…]

Zoom Classes: Difficulties and Successes

March 29, 2022 Elaina Gonzalez

By ELAINA GONALEZ/Staff Writer Since the pandemic, UT Tyler has offered a variety of classes on Zoom. Students have mixed feelings about online classes as this format has its own set of benefits and challenges. [Read More…]

PHOTO ESSAY: Fireworks Light Up Sky as Part of UT Tyler Homecoming

March 29, 2022 The Patriot Talon

By LIZBETH ROMO/Staff Writer UT Tyler hosted a fireworks show in the spirit of Homecoming week. The event took place after the baseball game against UT Tyler and UT Permian Basin. UT Tyler Men’s Baseball [Read More…]

PHOTO ESSAY: UT Tyler Celebrates Semi-Annual Midnight Breakfast

March 25, 2022 Brynna Williamson

By BRYNNA WILLIAMSON/Managing Editor Music, laughter and loud talking spill out the front door as attendees slip inside. Normally quiet and peaceful, today the cafeteria is chaotic and busy as students and their guests eagerly [Read More…]

UT Tyler Accepting Donations for Storm Victims

March 24, 2022 Noah Tew

By NOAH TEW/Editor-in-Chief Several East Texas communities were impacted by the severe weather that occurred on Monday night. “Many faculty, staff, and students were directly impacted,” said an email from the Department of Student Engagement. “As [Read More…]

BULLETIN BOARD: Food Trucks, Fireworks, Crawfish Boil Among Events on Tap

March 22, 2022 Danny Mogle

By SOPHIA GUILD/Newsletter Editor Check this out. We know it is hard to avoid going stir crazy, but we’ve got you covered. Here some events and ways to keep busy, engaged and healthy. Interested in [Read More…]

Barbecue Luncheon, Special Events Fill Homecoming Schedule March 21-24

March 18, 2022 Danny Mogle

Talon Staff Beginning March 21, several days of events will mark Homecoming on campus. Here is the schedule: All Week UT Tyler Door Decorating – “Through the Years” a celebration of 50 years – faculty [Read More…]

PHOTO ESSAY: Exhibit in University Center Pays Tribute to Former UT Tyler President Dr. Rodney Mabry

March 18, 2022 Noah Tew

By SARAH DAY/Talon Contributor Dr. Rodney Mabry was the third president at the University of Texas at Tyler and retired on Dec. 31, 2016, after serving nearly 18 years. His legacy is on display in the [Read More…]

Some businesses Offer UT Tyler Students Discounts

March 18, 2022 Danny Mogle

By MAKAYLA ATTAWAY/Talon Contributor The university is partnering with businesses in Tyler, Palestine, Longview and Houston to provide students discounts. In the Tyler area, businesses that offer discounts include East Texas Nutrition, Hollytree Dental and [Read More…]

OUCH! Higher Gas Prices Leave Students Feeling Empty at the Pumps

March 18, 2022 Danny Mogle

By HEATHER SCULLAWL/Talon Contributor Higher gas prices are leaving some UT Tyler students frustrated and concerned. Juanita Cardenas, a freshman, lives in Jacksonville and drives about 30 miles each way to and from college. She [Read More…]