This post is a part of our weekly International Voices column, writing by UT students, for UT students. Enjoy! When it hits August 2015 this year, it will mark two years since I moved to Austin. I often look back on my old self- fresh out of high school and… read more
Discovering the Joy of Giving: KAUST Foundation Year Students Volunteer at the UT Project
On Saturday, February 28th, the KAUST Foundation Year students volunteered with The Project, an event organized by the University of Texas at Austin. The Project partnered volunteers with local residents to complete beautification projects throughout the Austin community. Although the cold, rainy weather threatened to cancel the event, the KAUST… read more
Spring Break Health & Safety
This Spring Break, keep the following tips in mind: Always keep your insurance card with you. Fill your prescriptions before leaving for vacation. Know where to seek care for different medical needs. For severe or potentially life-threatening emergencies, call 911 or go to a local hospital emergency room. For conditions or… read more
The Women’s Health Clinic at UHS
Did you know that University Health Services includes a full-service Women’s Health Clinic? The clinic offers annual exams and many more services by appointment Monday-Friday in the SSB. Most insurance plans are accepted, and if you have the UT student health insurance plan, IT’S FREE!
International Voices: Being a Teacher (and other thoughts)
This post is a part of our weekly International Voices column, writing by UT students, for UT students. Enjoy! As the air chilled and the moisture from above turned into icy little stings on Wednesday night, I was home pressing my thumbs (the equivalent of you crossing your fingers) and… read more
Dropping Classes and Maintaining Your Visa Status
Monday, April 6, is the last day an undergraduate student can withdraw from the university or drop a class, with the dean’s approval. It is also the last day that an undergraduate student may change registration for a class to a pass/fail basis. Monday, March 30 is the deadline for… read more
Sleep Awareness Week 2015
Getting enough sleep can be difficult on a busy student schedule, but sleep is essential for optimal brain performance. National Sleep Foundation has released a great interactive tool to help you design your bedroom for restful sleep using all 5 senses!
Texas Excursion: Rancho Cortez Dude Ranch
Have you ever wanted to have a ranch experience that is straight out of a Western film? Here’s your chance! Join us at Rancho Cortez for horseback riding, swimming, hiking, hay rides and more! Experience Western entertainment and fun against a beautiful Texas country backdrop. Fun activities planned for your… read more
International Voices: Exams in Graduate School – The Good, The Bad, and The Learning
This post is a part of our weekly International Voices column, writing by UT students, for UT students. Enjoy! Have you ever been in a situation where your heart is pounding and you have a ton on your mind? That is part of the unfortunate day in a student’s life,… read more
BeVocal Presents: Social Growth Festival (SoGrow), March 4th & 5th
BeVocal: the Bystander Intervention Initiative of the University of Texas at Austin debuts the Social Growth Festival (SoGrow), two days of cultivating social responsibility through recognizing harm, choosing to respond and taking action! Join us for live entertainment, education, and activism this Wednesday and Thursday! Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1542984142656352 Wednesday March 4th… read more
