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How to have an emotional support animal on campus
An emotional support animal brings comfort, security and consistency into electrical engineering sophomore Adam Smith’s life as a Vandergriff Hall resident assistant. “Things are really crazy, especially if you have a job, and you’re a student,” Smith said. Caring for his emotional support cat, Squid, brings him structure and consistency when college doesn’t.
How to have an emotional support animal on campus
Film freshman Hailey Breland, and her emotional support animal, Olive, sits March 24 in the Vandergriff Hall lobby. To register or inquire about an emotional support animal, visit the Student Access and Resource Center. Photo by Shelby Carter An emotional support animal brings comfort, security and consistency into electrical engineering sophomore Adam Smith’s life as a Vandergriff Hall resident assistant. “Things are really crazy, especially if you have a job, and you’re a student,” Smith said.
How to identify, find resources on campus to assist sexual assault victims
As sexual assault is an epidemic on college campuses nationwide, it becomes important to normalize its conversation, said Jessica Sanchez, Student Advocacy Services director and adjunct professor for the School of Social Work and Women’s and Gender Studies. For the first time in their lives, UTA students begin to understand what it means to own and form boundaries, Sanchez said.
Review: Turning Red portrays menstruation and girlhood on Disney+
Courtesy of Disney / Pixar Oscar-winning director Domee Shi released her first full-length animated film, Turning Red, on Disney+ on Friday, March 11. The film follows Meilin Lee, played by Rosalie Chiang, as she tries to be the perfect daughter for her Asian parents. One day, she begins to turn into a giant red panda whenever she has strong emotions, which is a metaphor for menstruation.
UTA Police to offer women-only self-defense classes
The UTA Police Department Crime Prevention unit is offering the Rape Aggression Defense program, which trains women in self-defense techniques. The department will host two Friday-Saturday sessions on March 11 to 12 and April 22 to 23. The Friday classes will be from 5 to 8 p.m., and the Saturday classes will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Maverick Activities Center.
Tips for driving and staying warm during the winter storm
Cars drive on a snow-covered Cooper Street on Feb. 16, 2021, in Arlington. File photo by Peyton C. North The National Weather Service in Fort Worth issued a winter storm warning Wednesday until 6 p.m. Thursday with expectations of winter precipitation and ice accumulation. Travel is expected to be dangerous, especially Wednesday night and Thursday morning, as roads will be covered in ice.
Review: The Fresh Prince returns to Bel-Air in new series reboot
Courtesy of Evans Vastel Ward / Peacock The first three episodes of "Bel-Air" dropped this past Sunday on Peacock. The show is a reboot of "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" starring Will Smith, an executive producer in the 2022 program. Director Morgan Campbell and Smith have been working together on the production, according to Seventeen.
How to celebrate Valentine’s Day despite relationship status
Valentine’s Day is believed to have originated from St. Valentine, according to the American University of Health Sciences. The holiday is used to express admiration and appreciation for your loved ones.
Engineering professor emeritus appreciated by co-workers, students as pioneer
When engineering Professor Emeritus Mo-Shing Chen started teaching at UTA, it was a very different campus. It wasn’t common to see a Chinese American professor in the 1960s and 1970s. “It was not easy for him,” said UTA alumna Martha Hurley, who worked with Chen for a decade. She saw Chen face discrimination as a Chinese American even though he never complained to her, Hurley said. The hostility didn’t stop students from gravitating to his classes.
Opinion: People should choose what they want to wear instead of chasing trends
Over the past few months, my TikTok page has been filled with fashion videos. I’m not complaining, but I’ve noticed the content on TikTok has brought the difference between fashion and clothing trends to the public eye through the rise of fashion videos. Fashion should make a person feel comfortable and confident in their body. Clothing trends are what society dictates as attractive, regardless of whether it truly is. Because of clothing trends in social media, there have been many fads spreading.
Five classic books that never get old
Books rest on shelves on the fifth floor Jan. 27 at the Central Library. The Central library is open 24 hours to students. Photo by Marilyn Schoneboom Classic books can be reread a million times, and readers can gain a new perspective each time. Whenever you want to read some thought-provoking literature that you will actually finish, try reading some of these classic books. These five books are short, understandable and interesting for you to read in February for I Love to Read Month.
Lunar New Year: 5 things to know
1 of 2 Asian street food placed in aluminum compartments is ready to eat during the 15th Annual Lunar New Year Celebration on Jan. 22 at Asia Times Square. There were foods, drinks and souvenirs sold at the event. Dallas resident Kim Sao, 60, left, and Dallas resident Dallena Nguyen, 28, wait for their food to be served during the 15th Annual Lunar New Year Celebration on Jan. 22 at Asia Times Square. Nguyen and Sao attend the Lunar New Year celebration for the holiday and culture.
Get in the mood for Valentine’s Day with these romantic comedies
Romantic comedies, or rom-coms, are normally filled with cheesy tropes and familiar plots, but that's what makes them so amazing. Whenever you need a break or to laugh a little as Valentine’s Day approaches, try watching some of these movies. Here’s a list of some of my favorite rom-coms you may not have seen before that lift my mood when I’m down. Life As We Know It Imagine waking up one morning from single life and finding out you’re the guardian of a baby with someone you dislike.
Los Angeles artist brings awareness to Mexican American culture with new Dallas Museum of Art
Guadalupe Rosales, a Los Angeles visual artist, documented her Latinx perspective while living in the U.S. through her art. The Dallas Museum of Art is showcasing Rosales’ exhibit “Guadalupe Rosales: Drifting on a Memory” until July 10. The exhibit fills the concourse with a painted mural and combines photography and sound elements through her collections of photographs, memorabilia and artifacts. Growing up in east Los Angeles, Rosales was influenced by the lowriding scene.
Students and staff give their thoughts on Martin Luther King Jr. Day and his legacy
Monday marked the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day to celebrate King’s civil rights work against racial segregation. Coretta Scott King, King’s wife, fought for MLK Day to be a holiday, said Frederick Engram, criminology assistant professor of instruction. She believed his work needed to be recognized. “It took the persistence of a Black woman to say [the day] is important for us to mark,” Ericka Roland, Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies assistant professor, said.
UT System Board of Regents names Jennifer Evans-Cowley as sole finalist for UTA presidential search
The sun shines on the SEIR Building Aug. 23 in Arlington. File photo / Julia Mendoza The UT System Board of Regents named Jennifer Evans-Cowley the sole finalist for UTA’s presidential search in a special called meeting Friday. Evans-Cowley, an Arlington native, serves as the University of North Texas’ provost and vice president for Academic Affairs. She was responsible for UNT’s academic mission, including teaching and service, according to the university’s website.
Interim President Teik Lim announces selection as president of New Jersey Institute of Technology
UTA interim President Teik Lim announced his selection as the New Jersey Institute of Technology’s new president, according to a universitywide email Wednesday. Lim will begin his tenure July 1. Lim will continue serving in his current position until UTA appoints a permanent president, he said in his written statement. The UT System appointed Lim as interim president in May 2020. Excited to share the next chapter of my professional career - I have been named the 9th president of @NJIT.
Students give their thoughts on the Generation Z split and social media usage
Social media is everywhere, said Communication Department lecturer Amanda Jordan. Each generation is found on different internet platforms based on varying motivations to find news or connect with brands, friends and family, she said. Generation Z and those following will be the most globally connected generation ever because they were the first generation to grow up with access to the internet and social media, Jordan said.
UTA theater spotlights the importance of LGBTQ+, minority inclusion on stage
Theater assistant professor Donald Shorter Jr. said when he auditioned for a big role on Broadway, his agent told him the producers thought he was too gay for the role in the final casting. The experience hit Shorter hard, but it allowed him to grow into new opportunities like teaching, he said. “I don’t want anyone to have to go through any of this struggle that I had gone through,” he said. After getting more education, he began teaching about representation in theater.
Alpha Chi Omega resumes annual Casino Night for SafeHaven charity
Decorated in purple and white tones, the Alpha Chi Omega Casino Night charity event featured activities like blackjack, Texas Hold’em and slot machines Nov. 5 at 1010 Collins Event Center in Arlington. The tradition has been going on since the early ’90s but was canceled last year due to the COVD-19 pandemic.
To background or binge-watch: UTA students share their show recommendations for fall
The first few seconds of a show can determine whether or not it’s worth watching, let alone binging, business management freshman Jennifer Sandoval said. School is time-consuming, so when students get the chance, why not binge something, Sandoval said. She said it’s nice to watch TV and relax during down time.
Leveling the playing field for women in military
Lt. Colonel Kelley Keating, Military Science Department chairperson, said as a woman in a male-dominated field, you have to learn to be less sensitive and be competent in your chosen field. “At the same time, you’re entitled to your feelings, and people have to learn how to deal with you too,” Keating said.
Mask acne and the pandemic: How to combat skin irritation from regular mask-wearing
Architectural engineering sophomore Sakina Zaki said she dealt with mask acne while working during the summer. “I think the buildup of sweat and heat all over your face makes the skin get more irritated,” she said. Board-certified dermatologist Angela Yen Moore said acne affects more than five million Americans and is most common in adolescents and young adults. Mask acne differs because it is caused by the physical irritation and blockage of pores, Dr. Moore said.
Review: The theme of dreams in Denis Villeneuve’s Dune brought me back to reality
Courtesy of Chiabella James / Warner Bros. Pictures A remake of a project rejected by its director, David Lynch, Denis Villeneuve’s 2021 version of Dune is so anticlimactic that the plot is lost until the film ends. The movie was released in theaters and on HBO Max on Oct. 22 and will remain on the streaming service until Nov. 21. As I watched the movie, I spent the beginning trying to grasp what was going on.
Students share their thoughts on The Basement gaming community
Finance sophomore Jacob Joseph said he has been coming to The Basement for several weeks and still hasn’t explored all it has to offer. Conveniently found underneath the Central Library, The Basement is a gaming space where students can relax and try new games. The space is open from 10 a.m. to midnight Monday through Friday and 2 p.m. to midnight Saturday and Sunday, said Kristina Montinola, nursing junior and student lead with Game Technology at UTA.
Celebrating Filipino American History Month with the UTA community
Second generation Filipinos raised in the U.S. are Americanized, so they aren’t as in touch with the culture and often can’t speak Tagalog, a major language in the Philippines, said Paolo Chiu, nursing senior and Filipino Student Association cultural chair. In 2009, the U.S. Congress recognized October as Filipino American History Month, which honors the his- tory and accomplishments of Filipinos.
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