Student - The Patriot Talon

Honors Program Makes Historic Transition to Honors College

March 28, 2023 Elaina Gonzalez

Story by ELAINA GONZALEZ/Opinion Editor and video by BRYNNA WILLIAMSON/ Managing Editor This semester, the Honors Program at UT Tyler transitioned into an Honors College. As a result, Honors Director Dr. Paul Streufert and [Read More…]

Humanities Degree: Waste of Money or Strategic Investment?

February 28, 2023 Elaina Gonzalez

By ELAINA GONZALEZ/ Opinion Editor “What are you going to do with that degree?” Almost every student majoring in the humanities has heard this question from family, friends, or even fellow colleagues. This questioning is [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…]

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…]

Returning Student Housing Application Opens Jan. 3

December 9, 2022 Elaina Gonzalez

By ELAINA GONZALEZ/Opinion Editor

Inspired Minds to Present Reading Event and Open Mic Night

December 6, 2022 Elaina Gonzalez

By ELAINA GONZALEZ/Opinion Editor Every semester, Inspired Minds allows students to present their written work and network with one another. On December 7, from 6-8 p.m., the Reading Event and Open Mic Night will be held [Read More…]

Everything You Need to Know About Renting an Apartment

December 2, 2022 Dallana Estrada

BY DALLANA ESTRADA/Staff Writer Apartment hunting requires thorough research of the area and acknowledging budget limitations. Winging it pays high prices and unlivable conditions for a late scavenge. The Rent Data Organization website averages Tyler [Read More…]

AUDIO, PHOTOS: Muslim Student Association Event Showcases Beautiful Art of Henna

November 2, 2022 Maria Islam

By MARIA ISLAM/Staff Writer The Muslim Student Association held a henna drive on Oct. 25 to raise money. The money will help pay for more events MSA will be holding, and will go to the [Read More…]

East Texas State Fair Returns to Tyler

September 24, 2022 Elaina Gonzalez

By ELAINA GONZALEZ/Opinion Editor The East Texas State Fair is back in town! This annual Tyler tradition offers unique attractions, a lively atmosphere and carnival fun for all ages. An array of animal exhibits are returning [Read More…]