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Design Thinking: A step-by-step approach
Feb 15

Feb 15 Design Thinking: A step-by-step approach

Outside Contributors
U in UT

Aviles recently took the one hour course ITD 101 Introduction to Integrated Design. After having an amazing experience, Aviles feels like not enough CNS students know about it.

Voting for Science
Feb 11

Feb 11 Voting for Science

Outside Contributors
Art of Science

With the conclusion of the historic 2018 midterm elections, Nonot analyzes the recent “STEM wave” in congress and the importance of scientific perspectives in the White House.

16 Questions with Dr. Brent Iverson
Feb 7

Feb 7 16 Questions with Dr. Brent Iverson

Catalyst
U in UT

Dr. Iverson answers all, touching on his favorite ochem mechanism, favorite place to scuba dive, and more!

Are Scooters Here to Stay?
Feb 4

Feb 4 Are Scooters Here to Stay?

Outside Contributors
U in UT

Pauloski considers the pros and cons of having scooters in Austin.

Domino in the Winter
Jan 29

Jan 29 Domino in the Winter

Outside Contributors
U in UT

Michaux describes how the beloved UT cat, Domino, has been staying safe during the winter.

6 Ways to Be More Sustainable
Jan 21

Jan 21 6 Ways to Be More Sustainable

Sophie Van Dijke
U in UT

Van Dijke provides a list of easy ways for college students to play their part in saving the planet.

5 Best Austin Holiday Things to Do When You Hate the Cold
Dec 13

Dec 13 5 Best Austin Holiday Things to Do When You Hate the Cold

Catalyst
U in UT

Mansoorshahi outlines fun ways to celebrate the holidays without having to endure the cold Austin weather.


Forecasting the 2018-2019 NBA Season
Dec 5

Dec 5 Forecasting the 2018-2019 NBA Season

Ethan Wang
Uncategorized

Wang discusses the ongoing 2018-2019 NBA Season and offers his personal predictions on team standings and individual player awards.

The Seven Best Science Date Spots in Austin
Nov 28

Nov 28 The Seven Best Science Date Spots in Austin

Catalyst
Uncategorized

Appleton provides a list of the perfect science and nature themed date spots for the holiday season!

Expansion of Time During Dreams
Nov 14

Nov 14 Expansion of Time During Dreams

Catalyst
Research

How are we able to dream for just a few seconds yet experience so much? Learn what scientists and researchers have to say about time expansion in dreams.

The 5 Stages of Grief: UT Football Edition
Nov 8

Nov 8 The 5 Stages of Grief: UT Football Edition

Catalyst
Inhibitor

Gowda opens up about his personal journey with UT football - one of which many of us can relate to.

Heaven-Scent: Smells That Affect Your Mood
Nov 1

Nov 1 Heaven-Scent: Smells That Affect Your Mood

Outside Contributors
Uncategorized

Okafor recommends some scents to help brighten your mood!

The Future of Mental Health at UT
Oct 25

Oct 25 The Future of Mental Health at UT

Outside Contributors
U in UT

Rao explains the role of Student Government’s Mental Health Agency in bringing about change in mental health awareness at UT.

A Longhorn's Guide to Austin Coffee Shops
Oct 4

Oct 4 A Longhorn's Guide to Austin Coffee Shops

Catalyst
U in UT

Everett provides a guide to the best study spot coffee shops near UT.

A Science Major's Guide to Dating
Sep 21

Sep 21 A Science Major's Guide to Dating

Outside Contributors
Inhibitor

Ganta shares with us a STEM dating guide, founded in science, of course.

Science-y Songs You’ll Hear at ACL
Sep 14

Sep 14 Science-y Songs You’ll Hear at ACL

Outside Contributors
U in UT

Trevino pinpoints some of the science-related songs by artists at ACL this year, describing the principles behind the titles and their relation to science at UT.

College Room Hacks
Sep 6

Sep 6 College Room Hacks

Catalyst
U in UT

Pampattiwar offers life-saving hacks that make any room feel special!

Insights into Undergraduate Research
Aug 3

Aug 3 Insights into Undergraduate Research

Outside Contributors
Research

Looking to join a lab? Ly provides helpful tips and details about the lab experience at UT.

A Science Student’s Guide to Fly Kicks
Jul 16

Jul 16 A Science Student’s Guide to Fly Kicks

Outside Contributors
U in UT

Patel reviews and recommends various shoes for the frequent lab-goer.  

6 Books That Longhorns Fell in Love With
Jun 24

Jun 24 6 Books That Longhorns Fell in Love With

Outside Contributors
U in UT

On behalf of UT students, Chen recommends potential summer reads for Longhorns to enjoy.

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Featured
Design Thinking: A step-by-step approach
Feb 15, 2019
Design Thinking: A step-by-step approach
Feb 15, 2019

Aviles recently took the one hour course ITD 101 Introduction to Integrated Design. After having an amazing experience, Aviles feels like not enough CNS students know about it.

Feb 15, 2019
Voting for Science
Feb 11, 2019
Voting for Science
Feb 11, 2019

With the conclusion of the historic 2018 midterm elections, Nonot analyzes the recent “STEM wave” in congress and the importance of scientific perspectives in the White House.

Feb 11, 2019
16 Questions with Dr. Brent Iverson
Feb 7, 2019
16 Questions with Dr. Brent Iverson
Feb 7, 2019

Dr. Iverson answers all, touching on his favorite ochem mechanism, favorite place to scuba dive, and more!

Feb 7, 2019
Are Scooters Here to Stay?
Feb 4, 2019
Are Scooters Here to Stay?
Feb 4, 2019

Pauloski considers the pros and cons of having scooters in Austin.

Feb 4, 2019
Domino in the Winter
Jan 29, 2019
Domino in the Winter
Jan 29, 2019

Michaux describes how the beloved UT cat, Domino, has been staying safe during the winter.

Jan 29, 2019
6 Ways to Be More Sustainable
Jan 21, 2019
6 Ways to Be More Sustainable
Jan 21, 2019

Van Dijke provides a list of easy ways for college students to play their part in saving the planet.

Jan 21, 2019
5 Best Austin Holiday Things to Do When You Hate the Cold
Dec 13, 2018
5 Best Austin Holiday Things to Do When You Hate the Cold
Dec 13, 2018

Mansoorshahi outlines fun ways to celebrate the holidays without having to endure the cold Austin weather.


Dec 13, 2018
Forecasting the 2018-2019 NBA Season
Dec 5, 2018
Forecasting the 2018-2019 NBA Season
Dec 5, 2018

Wang discusses the ongoing 2018-2019 NBA Season and offers his personal predictions on team standings and individual player awards.

Dec 5, 2018
The Seven Best Science Date Spots in Austin
Nov 28, 2018
The Seven Best Science Date Spots in Austin
Nov 28, 2018

Appleton provides a list of the perfect science and nature themed date spots for the holiday season!

Nov 28, 2018
 

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