A Look at The Handmaid’s Tale
by Rachel Luo Photography by Marybeth Schmidt Models: Tonya Chen, Jillian Westphal Hair & Makeup by Genna Miller, Rachel Cook Styling by Rebecca Wong, Sarah Graham O’Malley The words are met with silence: “Who led them on? Whose fault was it?” Then in unison, all of the Handmaidens raise their arms and point at the sole girl […]
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An Earthly Love Affair: An Interview with Victoria Jameson
by Carson Blair Close your eyes. Imagine light squeezing through ocean blue waves and shining a spotlight on the unique creatures of the sea. Imagine green hills rolling like an old movie reel: grainy, classic and everlasting. Mountains extend their reach to the sky, blooming with fluorescent flowers at the ground equipped with dream-like snow […]
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#sparktravels: Caprock Canyons: Where the Buffalo Roam
by Carson Blair It’s 4 am. I’m foggy eyed, exhausted to the core and my brain does not recognize the chilling darkness as morning. Yet, I get up — as excited and wide-eyed as one can be at the first dawn of day, for I am yearning for pure adventure. I prance outside to chilly weather, immediately […]
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The Reinvention of Poetry in the Digital Age
by Niti Majethia Graphics by Esther Shin There’s no formula for what makes a good poem. Because you see, there are so many different factors that influence the form of poetry. As time evolves, people change, technology grows and thinking progresses — the way something is presented may change, contexts may change, formats may evolve, […]
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Austin Outdoor Staples: Six Places You Need on Your Summer Bucket List
by Madison Hager This city has so much nature to offer its residents — if only they take the time to walk out their front doors. In every crevice of Austin and the surrounding areas, hidden gems await where people can entertain their adventurous side. With places to swim, cliff jump, kayak, and so much more, […]
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Five UT Students Reflect on the Beauty and Uniqueness of Latin American Culture
by Tatiana Lopez Latin culture has been misrepresented and stereotyped for a long time. Many individuals hear the word “Latino,” and they instantly think of Mexico. Others do not necessarily think of something specific because they’re not familiar with the culture at all. Even though Latin American identity is unified and strong, every country is […]
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Monochromatic Style: Get The Most Compliments Doing The Least
by Elizabeth Nguyen Photography by Katherine Perks Elizabeth Nguyen takes on the monochromatic outfit challenge one school week to wear one color head-to-toe instead of the usual outfit of t-shirts and leggings to learn how to style and feel better in class in great outfits I have run into too many cute people while looking […]
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TEDx Reponse: Introverts + Activism in Austin
by Natalie Berry Graphics by Rachel Efruss Activism is an assertive word that breeds associations with bra-burning marchers and crowds screaming at the top of their lungs. But that’s not truly correct. A lot of the headway that activists have achieved is through quiet, diligent actions. There is definitely a place for introverts in activism, […]
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