Higher Demand Could Mean Higher Rent
Rent continues to rise in popular areas such as West Campus and East Riverside, even with the addition of new apartments.Rising demand, the incoming medical school and larger class sizes are some of...
View ArticleAn Eye on Student Issues: Affordable Housing
As students’ housing plans for next year solidify, many may look dauntingly at their expected costs to come. It is no secret that housing near and around campus can become quite expensive. And, the...
View ArticleOld Neighborhood Offers Glimpse Into Past
In a city where change has become the norm, there are still a few neighborhoods in Central Austin that harken back to decades past. But even those areas are proving that the sort of change Austin is...
View ArticleToo Many People, Not Enough Asphault
One hundred and fifty eight. That’s how many people local economist Mark Sprague estimated were moving here, to Austin, Texas, every day.That estimate is two years old. With the rapid economic growth...
View ArticleSay "Irasshaimase!" to Kome Sushi
Diners are greeted with the Japanese salutation of “Irasshaimase!” by the entire staff as they walk into Kome, a restaurant offering the newest Japanese, home-style cuisine close to UT.Kome’s lunch and...
View ArticleUT Students Storm the Start-up Scene
Michael Dell, founder and CEO of the multi-billion-dollar computer manufacturer Dell, Inc., was the talk of the UT town the week before spring break.Article Images: studentread more
View ArticleFood Delivery Apps Grow Customers, Delivery Options
Austin’s restaurant industry has grown at an exponential rate. New restaurants like Gus’s Fried Chicken, Due Forni and Dolce Neve are finding their way into the heart of downtown Austin, and there are...
View ArticleUT Faculty Stirring the Start-Up Pot
Start-ups are more art than science at the Longhorn Startup Studio.Longhorn Startup Studio is a yearlong program at UT that allows UT faculty-led start-ups to be mentored by industry professionals and...
View ArticleAustin Art Goes Deep, Skin Deep
What does Austin have more of than most other cities? There's more than one right answer. Bikes, beards and hole-in-the-wall shops are all representative of the city. But what some visitors might...
View ArticleBoutiques Flaunt Unique Fashion
The City of Austin is reputed for being a place that is proud of its own uniqueness. This pride naturally extends to local fashion trends, and there exists no shortage of options for locals looking to...
View ArticleTexas Outdoorsmen Answer Nature's Call
If you came to The University of Texas with a goal to have as many adventures as humanly possible (and study… sometimes), Texas Outdoorsmen can make that goal a reality.Founded in 2009 by a group of...
View ArticleCoffee Shops Bring the Brew with Flair
If you’re like most college students, you’ve already realized that coffee is your best friend. You know, the one who gets you through rough mornings and the dreadful all-nighters. It’s nice to be able...
View ArticleBoldly Bald for the St. Baldrick's Cause
Students can expect see a few more shiny, bald heads in their classes after this year’s Brave the Shave.Brave the Shave is an annual event at which students shave their heads to support pediatric...
View ArticleSmoke Rises at Hookah Lounges Close to Campus
Hookah smoking is steadily gaining popularity in the United States. Veronica Johnston for Health Media Collaboratory at the University of Illinois at Chicago writes that “one in five American college...
View ArticleThe Low-Down on 'Stealth Dorm' Limits
Austin City Council’s vote to reduce occupancy levels in ‘stealth dorms’ further increases the difficulty students face when it comes to housing. The vote in February that approved the new limits...
View ArticleWalnut Creek - a Trail Less Traveled
Biking and hiking may be two of the most favored outdoor hobbies among Austin residents. The city features no shortage of opportunities for pursuing either, and one of the best may well be located at...
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Main Image: diet_trends_7.JPGContigo Austin owner Ben Edgerton said this fresh sausage dish can be made gluten-free by eliminating the bread.
View ArticleBehind the Scenes at the Rowing Dock
What do you get when you cross a paddle, a board and a beautiful day on the water? Paddleboarding — one of the more popular hobbies in Austin for residents looking for some relaxing recreation and a...
View ArticleEnchanted Rock: An Opportunity for Exploration
While most everyone would like the opportunity to take an extended summer vacation, not every person will have the opportunity to do so. Whether it's school, work or something else, responsibilities...
View ArticleLet Your Inner Adrenaline Junkie Fly
Attention college students: there are only a few treasurable summers left before we join the real world. Why not make this one a little more memorable? Spice up your Texas summer by taking a flying...
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