January 30, 2013
An advertising special edition of The Daily Texan
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Editor’s Note With spring semester in full swing, I would like to officially welcome everyone back to the Forty Acres! As the new special editions editor I’m excited for a great semester ahead, and with this first edition I hope you all find some good tips and a few laughs to ease into the semester. In our attempts to stay organized our lives are full of lists: to-do lists, grocery lists, playlists, even bucket lists. In
this edition, we’ve put together a few lists that you never thought you needed. You wouldn’t believe the absurd crime reports on those Campus Watch emails that you never read. Luckily we’ve narrowed down 2012’s reports for your entertainment. For more practical students, we’ve included a list of simple tricks to reducing your utility bills. Or take a break from tackling that tedious to-do list, unwind with one
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of our favorite winter concoctions (pg. 6) and flip through your new guide to keeping life organized. You can thank us later. If you’re looking to build your current playlist, check out our picks of must-see local musicians on page 14. But before spending your last paycheck on concert tickets, read our tips to starting a budget on page 11. A new year calls for new habits, right?
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Not that we’re asking you to give up your Netflix addiction. You may think you’ve watched all of the classic college movies (watching “Old School” a million times doesn’t count), but your watch-list isn’t complete without the flicks on page 15. And because not all lists have to keep us organized, see if you’re guilty of one of the fashion faux pas on page 10 (Uggs and patterned leggings, anyone?).
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Hopefully you’ll be inspired to make some lists of your own. Even if it’s along the more creative side, like Travesty writer Chris Gilman’s list of UT conspiracy theories (pg. 7), it still counts in our book.
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Good Eats
Six cool weather concoctions
Features
Five UT conspiracy theories unveiled
Features The importance of staying organized
Style Notes 11 fads we are ready to kill
Features The best of Campus Watch
Features Five local musicians you need to know
Our Campus
Special Editions Editor Alex Vickery Web Editor/Associate Editor Ali Killian Designers Felimon Hernandez, Daniel Hublein & Jacqui Bontke Writers Elysse Alvarado, Shantanu Banerjee, Kaci Borowski, Priyanka Deshpande, Channing Holman, Mira Milla, Bianca Moragne, Katie Noriega, Katey Psencik Photographers Katrina Funtanilla, Alejandro Silveyra, Trisha Seelig, Monica Zhang Cover Design Felimon Hernandez TSM ADVERTISING & CREATIVE SERVICES Director Jalah Goette Advertising Adviser CJ Salgado Campus & National Sales Rep Joan Bowerman Broadcast & Events Manager Carter Goss Student Manager Morgan Haenchen Student Assistant Manager Ted Moreland Student Account Executives Hunter Chitwood, Zach Congdon, Jake Dworkis, Ivan Meza, Rohan Needel, Trevor Nelson, Diego Palmas, Paola Reyes, Ted Sniderman, Stephanie Vajda Student Lead Generators Gabby Garza, Jennifer Howton Student Classifieds Clerk Nick Cremona Event Coordinator Lindsey Hollingsworth Special Editions & Production Coordinator Abby Johnston Senior Graphic Designer Felimon Hernandez Graphic Designer Daniel Hublein Student Graphic Designers Jacqui Bontke, Sara Gonzalez Longhorn Life is an advertising special edition of The Daily Texan produced by students in Texas Student Media’s special editions office. Reach us at specialeditions@texasstudentmedia.com. Copyright 2011 Texas Student Media. All articles, photographs and graphics are the property of Texas Student Media and may not be reproduced or republished in part or in whole without written permission. CONTACT TSM: We are located in the Hearst Student Media building (HSM). For advertising, call 512-471-1865.
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Spotlight LOVE THAT STYLE!
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Showcasing students around campus by Elysse Alvarado photos by Alejandro Silveyra
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Alexis Schrubbe
Crystal Ni
Rana Madkour
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This hardworking grad student’s outfit is perfect for trekking across campus. Price is always important when she shops because “grad school isn’t cheap!”
Ni’s spunky style is made of pieces mainly from China and Japan. Her love of layering and detail makes it easy to adjust to the temperamental Texas weather while still looking put-together.
Every Friday night, I eat a pint of ice cream. Usually it’s Dutch chocolate. Depending on how bad the day is I might eat some then.
Style pet peeve: Ugg boots in Texas. “There’s no need for them here!” Scrubbe said. Wearing: Thrifted dress, Target Merona belt, PINK glitter backpack and Steve Madden boots.
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Style pet peeve: Flip flops Wearing: Pink leopard print cardigan, Snider black shirt with beaded collar and Ann Mary yellow leopard platforms.
WHAT’S IN YOUR BAG? Talea Mayo
Gil Lee senior
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Eating wings at Pluckers after I exercise.
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Talea keeps it classy with a great pair of Aldo aviators, lots of lip gloss and a cute compact mirror. Of course, professionalism is important, too; her business cards are always close by, in case of a quick business meeting.
Gaby Calzada sophomore
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I watch Gossip Girl while eating chocolate or Rice Krispies.
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What is your favorite guilty-pleasure food?
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FEBRUARY
Friday
Saturday
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Balmorhea 7 p.m. @ Scottish Rite Theatre
Toro Y Moi
10 p.m. @ Emo’s East
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Daniel Hart
Black Cadillac
Ume
Tump
Rebecca Butler & the Richards
East Cameron Folkcore
Murs
9 p.m. @ Mohawk
10 p.m. @ Sahara Lounge
8 p.m. @ Mohawk
9 p.m. @ Beerland
9 p.m. @ Frank
9 p.m. @ Scottish Rite
11 p.m. @ Stubb’s
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2/12
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Bridging the Music Showcase
The XX
Alejandro Escovedo
Morrissey
Suzanne Vega
KVRX Pledge Drive
The Preservation
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Neurosis
Dale Watson
Wil Cope
Unknown Mortal Orchestra
Rebelution
He’s My Brother, She’s My Sister
Hardproof Afrobeat
9 p.m. @ Emo’s East
10 p.m. @ Continental Club
10 p.m. @ Continental Club
9 p.m. @ Hotel Vegas
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Electric Six
Chris Cubas
Tame Impala
8 p.m. @ Stubb’s
9 p.m. @ Holy Mountain
7 p.m. @ Austin Music Hall
6:30 p.m. @ Mohawk
7 & 9 p.m. @ Paramount Theater
6 p.m. @ Stubb’s
9 p.m. @ Emo’s Annex
9 p.m. @ Parish
9 p.m. @ Holy Mountain
9 p.m. @ Hotel Vegas
7 p.m. @ Stubb’s
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6:30 p.m. @ Flamingo Cantina
8 p.m. @ ACL Live Theater
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Natural Sciences 2013 Spring Career Fair, 1 to 6 p.m., Frank Erwin Center
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Texas Baseball plays UT baseball alumni, 2 to 4 p.m., UFCU Disch-Falk Field
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Longhorn Singers’ Spring Concert, 7:30 to 9 p.m., MRH Bates Recital Hall 3.838
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Austin Longhorn Club hosts Coach Mack Brown, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Frank Erwin Center - Lone Star Room
OFF-CAMPUS EVENTS 01/31
Action Pack: “Moulin Rouge” Sing and Quote-along, 7 p.m., Alamo Drafthouse Downtown at the Ritz
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Austin SERTOMA Club’s Eigth Annual Pancake Breakfast, 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Texas School for the Deaf
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Pink Floyd Happy Hour, 8:30 to 11 p.m., Flipnotics Coffee Space
02/06
A Conversation with House Speaker Joe Straus, 7:30 to 9 a.m., Austin Club
STUDENT ORG EVENTS 02/02
UT Sailing Club Saturday Sail, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Lake Travis (carpool meets at 27th Street and Wichita Street)
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Embrace your inner foodie
Soup’s up Photo and story by Priyanka Deshpande If it’s cold and windy outside, or if you’re hungry at 11:30 p.m., a steaming hot bowl of a hearty winter vegetable barley soup just might do trick to soothe your mind and calm your nerves. Its comforting flavors make it an excellent choice for chilly weather, and it’s also a perfect food for busy people who need healthy meals to keep them going. This nourishing dish is low in sodium and can serve as a side or even a whole meal. As a college student, you probably don’t have time to prepare elaborate meals; this simple recipe requires only freshly-
chopped veggies (most of which can be substituted for canned ones without sacrificing taste), barley, a few spices and some water. Plus, once you’ve made the soup, it can be conveniently stored away and microwaved later. And, most of all, it’s just delicious. This soup is bursting with a variety of robust flavors and textures, and will definitely leave you satisfied! HEARTY WINTER VEGETABLE BARLEY SOUP Source: family recipe Ingredients: — 1/2 cup barley seeds — 8 cups low sodium vegetable or chicken broth — 1 teaspoon olive oil — 1 bay leaf (optional) — 12 ounces mushrooms,
thinly sliced — 1 onion, finely chopped — 3 carrots, thinly sliced — 1/3 cup corn — 1/3 cup peas — 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes — 1/2 teaspoon anise seeds — 1/2 teaspoon rosemary — 1/2 teaspoon parsley (optional) — 1/2 teaspoon parmesan cheese (optional) — salt and pepper to taste Note: Add salt after barley seeds are cooked properly. Remove bay leaf before serving. Directions: 1. Heat olive oil in large saucepan over medium heat. 2. Add bay leaf, rosemary, anise seeds and onion. Saute until transparent. 3. Add carrots and
mushrooms. Stir fry for 2 to 3 minutes. 4. Add barley and broth. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes, or until barley is cooked to tenderness. 5. Add peas, corn and tomatoes. Continue to simmer for another 10 to 12 minutes. 6. Season with salt and pepper. Remove bay leaf before serving. 7. Garnish with fresh parsley or parmesan cheese. Serve with warm bread and enjoy!
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Six cool-weather concoctions The holidays are fast behind us but a winter chill remains in the Texan air. Whether you’re looking for a new drink or to you’re trying keep warm, we’ve rounded up some of the city’s favorite hot drinks to get you through the remaining winter months. by Bianca Moragne photos by Katrina Funtanilla
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Last summer, it was out with the old and in with the blue at Kerbey Lane Café’s university location. The once colorful Longhorn memorabilia took on a sleeker, more modern look. But, despite the big change in design, the food has remained the same, including their deliciously tangy hot apple cider. Grab a cup and beat the cold this winter. Not only is its aroma of spices inviting, but it’s also sure to keep you warm on any cold and unpredictable Texan day.
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If you love cinnamon then Epoch Coffee has the perfect hot drink for you — their Mexican hot chocolate. Infused with a generous dose of cinnamon, this special take on a traditional holiday drink comes with a nose-tingling kick. It’s no wonder this java shop has become a haven for hipsters, students and the middle-aged alike looking to relax and stay warm this winter.
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Made upon request, Halcyon’s white peppermint hot chocolate is the adult version of hot chocolate, with a twist of Bailey’s and peppermint schnapps. The hot chocolate, often served in a huge bowllike mug, is topped with whipped cream and chocolate swirls, and comes with two animal crackers.
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Mozart’s mocha special Mozart’s Coffee Roasters is an all-time Austin favorite for natives and out-of-towners looking for a caffeine fix this winter. From multi-level decks peering over Lake Austin to the delightful aroma of pastries and drinks, this coffeehouse is a great place to hit those books and stay warm. While it’s still cold out, grab a cup of the popular Mozart’s Mocha Special, consisting of steamed caramel and chocolate infused with espresso and milk — it’s the epitome of a merry winter season!
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The Highball’s chai vodka White Russian
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If you’re looking to have fun this winter, then The Highball is just the place for you. Located off of South Lamar, The Highball maintains a great happy hour special, running Monday through Friday from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Be sure to sample their take on the White Russian, which interplays tastes of chai, vodka and coffee, and is served hot upon request. The chai is infused so well it almost masks the vodka completely. As a bonus, pair your cheap drink with free karaoke in private rooms, $20 per hour bowling on vintage lanes or a variety of board games available for check out.
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Fado Irish Pub & Restaurant’s Irish coffee Fado’s offers a winter-warming coffee drink with a cool ambiance. Fado, meaning ‘long ago’ in Irish, takes you on a journey to Ireland with their Irish coffee. The drink combines Bushmills Irish Whiskey, brown sugar and hot coffee to perfection, and is topped with homemade whipped cream and cinnamon swirls. Be sure and hurry, because their Winter Drink Menu is only available for a limited time.
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Five University of Texas conspiracy theories unveiled The truth behind the content of this article has not been confirmed, and is not the belief of Longhorn Life. Several paranoid Univeristy of Texas at Austin students wishing to hide their identity have sent us tapes of themselves with blurred faces and voice effects explaining what they believe to be alternate, more sinister motives behind things we see around campus every day. These are just a few of the bonechilling theories that they revealed to us.
I. Freshman 15 profit
III. Homeless dogs
IV. Going green
Another theory posits that homeless dog owners are actually not homeless at all, but rather they work for canine acting agencies. The idea is to determine which dogs invoke passersby to donate money; in other words, dogs that are more effective in attracting an audience tend to earn the larger paydays on the streets. The amount of money collected by each dog owner is compared, and the dogs that help earn the highest amount of sympathy change from the public are selected to work in the TV and film industries. The first dog to play “Air Bud” reportedly set homeless donation records on our very own Guadalupe Street two decades ago.
Who wants to spend hundreds of dollars on textbooks you’ll use once and sell back for less than half the price you bought it? No one. Students find themselves discouraged from buying the textbook at all unless the readings are absolutely necessary to keep up with the class. We are reading less, and the book industry is suffering. And that’s just the way the government wants it. Our government wants book companies to go out of business so Americans stop reading, become dumber and, therefore, easier to control, like puppets or something. This vague and rambling theory is commonly held by unshaven, black-hoodied philosophy students who fear “mankind’s slow descent into government sheep.”
Look at your food choices around campus. The cafeteria’s healthy choices are drowned out by sugary, fattening alternatives. How many food joints can you name on campus and on The Drag alone? It’s easy to gain 15 pounds in such an environment, and that amount of weight can warrant a size-up in shirt size. T-shirt companies are supposedly coercing some of these local food chains to covertly increase portion sizes and calories, so students and faculty are more likely to gain weight. These people then order new, bigger tshirts that cost more each year. T-shirt manufacturers profit big time. The food chains often give in to the temptation of sizable subsidies and free t-shirts, because everyone loves free t-shirts.
V. Bevo wings Everyone’s heard the legend of how one of the original Bevos was eaten at a football banquet in 1920. What not many Longhorn fans have heard is how “The Eyes of Texas,” a secret society here at UT, has continued to eat Bevo after every win. As a matter of fact, anyone who gets boneless wings at Pluckers the night after a game does, too. Bevo is taken, and replaced, to be sacrificed to the football gods while we indulge in some hot sauce-soaked mascot. This secret tradition is both our most horrifying and most delicious.
II. Automated faculty If you don’t mind your barista being a robot, then you’ll be content with the faculty planned for the year 2050. One disturbing theory claims that the university is observing how comfortable students are with interacting with robots on a daily basis. The results say we’re ready for our professors, custodians and even school president to be automated machines. If you already thought your TAs were emotionless machines, think again; robots don’t feel guilty about failing you.
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Explore Four study abroad myths
by Channing Holman
1. “I can’t go because I don’t speak another language.”
Juggling languages might sound intimidating, but it doesn’t prevent students from studying abroad. The study abroad office offers many different programs for students to participate in, regardless of the number of languages the student speaks. Faculty-led programs, in particular, are more lenient for students that want to travel to non-English-speaking countries, but don’t have a multi-language background.
2. “Study abroad delays graduation.”
The study abroad office has advisors that can specifically incorporate studying abroad into a student’s degree plan. For example, for biology majors, the office suggests spending a fall or spring semester studying abroad in their third year, and finishing their fourth year back at the university. “It is a common myth that studying abroad delays graduation, but that’s not true,” said study abroad program coordinator Sejal Mehta. “We have curriculum integration tools to plan as early as freshman year. We support graduating in four years.”
3. “It’s too expensive.”
“Students usually apply for the numerous scholarships that the study abroad office offers,” said Chantal Follins, a peer advisor at the office. “By accessing Global Assist through the study abroad page, students are presented with several scholarships to choose from.” There are tons of ways to fund a study abroad trip, including scholarships, financial aid, donation letters and fundraising. In addition, he budget calculator estimates various financial costs for your trip. “Look at the real cost and compare spending a semester at UT vs. abroad,” Mehta said. “In some cases, the cost of living may be less.”
4. “There isn’t a program for me.”
Advisors in the study abroad office work with foreign universities to imitate courses that students would take in the classroom at UT. The study abroad office offers an array of program options in more than 100 countries, ranging from four-week programs to long semesters.
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The importance of staying organized
Last semester Angell Kim had five finals back to back, an occurrence that would send most UT students into a panic attack riddled with breathing exercises, all nighters at the PCL and a study cocktail of Red Bull and Adderall. Kim, however, had a different approach: flawless organization. “When I’m stressed, it’s crucial to plan things out,” Kim, a junior international relations and global studies major, said. “So when I was overwhelmed with finals, I opened up my iCal on my MacBook and I made a study plan. I allotted time for each subject and planned out how long to study each one.” Finals week isn’t the only time Kim practices excessive or-
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ganization. As a transfer student from St. Mary’s University, the switch to UT led to the need to fine-tune her organizational skills. However, all throughout her academic career, Kim has written down every appointment, date, exam or social obligation. “I tend to have an overwhelming amount of things to do, so I have a planner in addition to my iCal on my laptop and written to-do lists,” Kim said. “It’s kind of excessive, but the planner is to look at dates on a monthly basis. On iCal, I use the weekly view to plan out what I have going on that week. The to-do lists are for my daily duties.” Kim organizes her academic life through her planner and iCal, but when it comes to social events or other necessities, lists are her favorite option. “I make lists for everything,” Kim said. “Groceries, of course. If I’m having a party at my place, I list what I need to do to get ready. Also, before I travel somewhere I make a list of everything I need to pack.” Kim said that the propensity for organization and her selfproclaimed “Type A personality” isn’t hereditary. “Unfortunately, I’m the only organized one in my family. They have their own way of doing things,” Kim said. “My grandpa is very organized and maybe I get it from him. But I’m just glad I live on my own now so that I can take care of my own place and I don’t have to worry about other people’s mess.” When it comes to providing advice to unorganized students, Kim said that starting small is key. “I realize not everyone is as organized as I am, but everyone can definitely become more organized,” she said. “Maybe take
one sheet of paper and make a to-do list for everything you have to do that day. Or even have one big sheet of paper where you plan out everything for the week. Once you get into the habit of doing that, it’s easy to keep going.” It also helps to clear up clutter in your home to keep your mind clear and focused. “I make sure to clean my apartment once a week,” Kim said. “When my room isn’t clean, I can’t focus. I have to do that before anything else.” Kim uses limited technology to stay organized, but she said that might be a good way for unorganized students to make plans and remember important dates. “I’m not really technologically savvy. I use traditional methods and I don’t have an iPhone,” she said. “But it would probably be good to be able to sync my iCal with my phone so that I could have it with me.” Why is organization vital for UT students? Kim said it’s due to the large workload. “I color code my spirals and folders for classes – one of each for each class. I have a main folder that I put important things in, like reminders or notes,” she said. “It’s the only way I can keep track of everything. I don’t understand people who watch TV and do homework. I don’t understand people who don’t have calendars. I honestly don’t know how people can live without being organized. Organization is key to getting things done, academically and professionally.”
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Style Notes
Keeping the 40 Acres trendy
11 fads that we are ready to kill – forever by Katey Psencik photos courtesy of Polyvore
Peplum, colored jeans, high-low skirts: 2012 brought countless fashion fads that will stick around for years to come. However, it wouldn’t have been so bad if the world had ended on Dec. 21, because these fads would have been eliminated forever:
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2. Bandage dresses. If I wanted to look like a mummy, I would go to Sixth Street wrapped in toilet paper. These stretchy, skin-tight dresses are unforgiving towards curves and don’t look good on anybody — especially Nicki Minaj. Yikes. 3. One-side shaved head. I don’t know who first thought this would be trendy: Salt N Pepa, Rihanna, Avril Lavigne,
10. Wedge sneakers. Why do these exist? Sneakers are for sports, hiking and working out. However, if you’re going to do any of those things wearing these shoes, go for it. Mad respect.
dress. Or anything, really. Your only excuse for wearing work out clothes on campus is if you’re planning on actually working out and you don’t want to carry around a change of clothes all day. Otherwise, toss them aside for nicer clothing. After all, your professors are going to be writing recommendation letters for you one day and your classmates may hook you up with jobs in the future, so look professional!
11. This is the kicker, ladies — the Nike shorts and oversized t-shirts have got to go. I’m all for comfort, but denim shorts and a tank are just as comfortable. Or jeans and a blouse. Or a sun-
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1. Uggs. Pretty sure these have been listed on every “worst fads” list ever, yet they still stick around. Why? I’ll never know. All I know is that they’re UGG-ly.
9. Meggings. Do I even need to say why these are horrible? Men. Wearing. Leggings. Formulate a nice mental image of your dad, grandpa and 80-year-old math professor wearing these. Sit on that for a little bit.
of 13, it’s time to give up the cutesy patterns and dress like an adult — just wear blue jeans, people.
6 Kelis — but I highly doubt your milkshake is bringing any boys to the yard with that haircut. 4. Feather hair accessories. I know what you’re thinking: these are so 2010. Agreed — but the sad truth is that I still see them around campus. I get it, freshmen – you move to Austin and want to blend in with all the hipsters. Please buy some black-rimmed glasses instead of putting these ridiculous things on your
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head. 5. Neons. Whether it’s Round Up weekend, on Sixth Street, or dyed into our summer clothing, these colors need to go. They aren’t flattering on any skin complexion, they’re hard to coordinate with other colors and they’re immature. Just stop wearing them. 6. Patterned leggings. These are cute for babies and small children, but once you exceed the age
7. “YOLO.” If you don’t wince every time you hear someone utter this acronym, you’re equally guilty. Someone make this illegal; create a petition or something. I’m sure more people want to eliminate this god-awful phrase from our vocabulary than want to secede from the U.S., anyway. Even worse: wearing the letters emblazoned across your chest, tacky spring break t-shirt style. 8. Bra tops. Is a man in his boxers considered fashionable? No? Then it’s not acceptable for women to wear these. End of story.
Worst fashion fads in history SAGGY PANTS Was it so hard to invest in a belt? Or to just buy pants that actually fit you? PANTS WITH WRITING ON THE BACK I missed the part where men took dating advice from the seat of a woman’s pants. “Oh, her butt says she’s sexy. I have to go talk to her right this second.” CROCS Fortunately for our generation, the fad is over and — whew — we survived. Unfortunately, some people still wear these occasionally. Ouch. SHOULDER PADS Because women liked to look boxy for some reason. FANNY PACKS These are still around. Round Up, anyone? RIPPED JEANS Also still around. But remember when it was cool to go to Abercrombie and pay $100 for jeans you could buy for $10 at Wal-Mart and rip up yourself? “But they’re designer, Mom!” What does that even mean? THONGS/BRA STRAP SHOWING Award winner for tackiest fad, by far. Seems that I also missed the memo that men want to date women solely by judging their visible undergarments.
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Making cents 12 ways to reduce your utility bill
Doing more for less by Katey Psencik photos by Katrina Funtanilla
From monthly rent, cable and Internet bills to textbooks, tuition and every day items: as a student, you probably don’t have any room in your budget to spend an extra $50 to $100 each month on utilities. These tips will help you save a few extra bucks on your utility bill, and hey, even if you don’t use that money on textbooks or tuition — it’s beer money.
3. Swap incandescent light bulbs for fluorescents. Studies show that the switch saves roughly $35 on electricity throughout the 10-year life of the bulb. If you have 10 to 20 of these bulbs in your house, well, you do the math.
1. Turn off your air conditioning or heater during mild weather. When the temperature falls anywhere between 55 and 75 degrees, use fans or space heaters to maintain your preferred temperature. During the winter, a heated mattress pad or electric blanket saves a lot on your heating bill and keeps you even warmer than your heater will.
4. Turn off or unplug appliances and electronics when you’re not using them. Better yet, plug them into a power strip and simply switch off the strip when you leave.
5. Use low-flow bathroom appliances. Install a low-flow showerhead to
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Don’t heat or cool an empty house. When you leave home to go to campus or work for the day, push your thermostat closer to the outdoor temperature. The prime temperatures? Above 80 degrees during summer and around 60 degrees in cold weather.
save water in the shower. You can simulate a low-flush toilet by putting a clean brick, a sealed plastic bottle filled with pebbles or a weighted mason jar into your toilet tank. This displaces water so that less is used each time you flush.
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6. Wash your clothes in cold water. Did you know that 90 percent of the energy your washer uses goes to heat the water? I know your mom always told you to wash your towels and sheets in warm water to get rid of germs, but it really doesn’t make a difference. 7. Never, ever run a half load — of dishes or clothes. Optimize your energy use as well as your water use by making sure your washing machine or dishwasher is full every time you press “start.” 8. Air dry. Dryers basically exist because we’re lazy. Get off the couch and hang up your clothes in the bathroom or buy a drying rack. Lay a towel out on your counter or buy a drying rack to dry dishes.
9. Cook strategically. It takes a ton of energy to turn on your oven. If you’re cooking something small, use a toaster oven or microwave. Or go retro and use a Crock-Pot! 10. Replace your air filters monthly and clean your vents. This also goes for cleaning appliances. Everything runs better when it’s clean. This not only saves your wallet by reducing your energy bill, but also lengthens the life of your appliances. 11. Keep your fridge and freezer full. Food acts as insulation, and will therefore will lessen the amount of time that the fridge has to run to stay cool.
12. Keep your home dark during summer months. Close your blinds and install curtains to reduce the amount of sun you let into your home. Your air conditioner works
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Best of
CAMPUS WATCH 4 1 2 5
a round-up of 2012’s most hilarious entries Biology 101
A UT police officer discovered two UT staff members inside a steamed up vehicle. During the investigation, the officer soon discovered both staff members were in the process of checking their Cliffs Notes for Biology. Both staff members were issued court appearance citations for ‘Disorderly Conduct — Exposure.’
”What starts here changes the world,“
and can end with a court date and an appearance on UTPD’s Campus Watch. Slightly satirically, UTPD compiles a descriptive list of select crimes that happen on the Forty Acres for the Campus Watch report. “Not many people envision going to jail before going out, and very few people think of becoming a victim of sexual assault or robbery,” said Officer Darrell Halstead of UTPD. “We point that out in Campus Watch.” While the short paragraphs of unfortunate run-ins with alcohol, trespassing attempts and even a steamy attempt to fornicate in a vehicle on campus may seem amusing, Halstead hopes that the reports raise awareness. He encourages all Longhorns, and even their parents, to sign up for updates to know which crimes are prevalent on campus. (https://utlists. utexas.edu/sympa/subscribe/campuswatch)
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Backstroke
A UT police officer discovered a non-UT subject swimming in the Littlefield Fountain. The subject was wearing shredded pants while swimming backstroke. After exiting the fountain, the subject informed the officers that he had ripped his clothes up after getting mad at a friend. The officers detected a very strong odor of alcohol on the subject’s breath and learned he had consumed 20 mixed drinks. The subject was taken into custody for ‘Public Intoxication’ and transported to Central Booking.
For the love of Powers
A UT staff member discovered a UT student standing on the roof of Parlin Hall during commencement. During the investigation, the officers located the subject as he was attempting to climb over the peak. The student informed the officers he could not get a good seat so he could see and hear his hero, the president, speak. As the investigation continued, the officers learned the student had entered into a women’s restroom in order to gain access to the roof. The student was issued a written ‘Criminal Trespass’ warning and escorted from the area.
Can I borrow your Cheez-Its?
Two future UT students discovered an unknown subject, wearing only a pink shirt, standing inside their room. The subject grabbed the student’s box of Cheez-It crackers and began marking his personal territory inside the box. The students pushed the unknown subject out of their dorm room and notified the UT Police Department. The responding officers were able to follow a wet trail that led to a biohazard-filled box of Cheez-It crackers. The officers searched the area and were unable to locate the unknown subject. The subject was described as a white, 5-foot-6-inch male with a thick build and blonde hair. Loss value: $3.00. Estimated damage: $150.00. Occurred on: June 14, 2012 at 4:02 a.m. Crime Prevention Tip: A locked door can do wonderful things, like preventing a half-naked individual from aggravating you while urinating inside your Cheez-It box.
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A UT staff member reported that a UT student had been inside the restroom paying homage to the porcelain God. The student stated that she had consumed 13 shots of whiskey, but had thrown up most of it. The officers soon learned that the student was under legal age.
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by Channing Holman
Pocket roommate
A UT police officer observed a UT student stumbling and staggering as he attempted to make his way back to his dormitory. When stopped, the officer detected a very strong odor of alcohol on the student’s breath and asked him for his driver’s license. The student handed the officer his UT ID. During the investigation, the officer allowed the student an opportunity to contact his roommate to come and take him home. The student reached into his pocket, looked at the officer and exclaimed, “My roommate is not in my pocket! Someone took my roommate out of my pocket!” The student was taken into custody for Public Intoxication and transported to Central Booking.
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Composting
A UT police officer observed a UT student leaning over a retaining wall. The officer soon discovered why — the student had been providing alcohol-enriched compost to the local flora and fauna. The student informed the officer he had, in fact, been drinking beer. His story was corroborated by the evidence of an extreme physical reaction to the over consumption of alcohol on the front of his shirt. The officers also noted other signs of intoxication. The student was taken into custody for ‘Public Intoxication.’
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Birds of a feather
Several UT staff members and students observed a non-UT subject being knocked from a tree onto the ground. Witnesses reported a second, non-UT subject was also knocked out of the same tree by the suspect. As the first victim lay stunned on the ground, the suspect circled the victim, then grabbed and took the victim to another tree. The suspect returned and grabbed the second victim and flew off with him. The suspect was described as having brown and white plumage, dark piercing eyes, a curved beak and talons.
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Five local musicians you should know
SHAKEY GRAVES
MARMALAKES
If you haven’t heard of him yet, you will soon. Shakey Graves has gained popularity to the point where he had a January residency every Wednesday at the Parish. This one-man band creates a unique and eerie folk sound using a raspy voice, guitar fingerpickin’ and a suitcase as a kick drum. He was even honored by the City of Austin with Feb. 9 officially named ‘Shakey Graves Day’.
Marmalakes has been on the rise with packed shows and plans for an upcoming tour. Its upbeat, folk-pop tunes entrance listeners with unique chords and progressions. In 2011, they were on the list of “Top 25 Austin EPs of 2011,” and their song “Geneva Hall” was on the “Top 50 Austin Songs of 2011.” They will be performing at SXSW this year and have an upcoming show on Feb. 16.
MEGZ KELLI & DOUGIE DO This hip-hop duo consists of Megan Tillman and Chris Beale, aka Megz Kelli and Dougie Do. Both met at St. Edwards last year and have been making music together ever since. There’s something about Tillman’s intricate and clever lyrics on top of Beale’s addicting beats that make these two the perfect pair. Their EP released last year and they dropped a single ‘Thas Everything’ in November. Keep an eye out for their next EP, coming out soon.
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SPHYNX
HELLO WHEELS
Sphynx is widely known for the energy they bring on stage. Throughout their whole set, not one of the three members would stand still for more than five seconds. A band of best friends since high school who decided to dabble in pop and electronic music, Sphynx encourages the audience to dance and jump around with them as they perform. The band is currenty working on its fulllength debut.
Hello Wheels’ shows captivate audiences from beginning to end, with original songs like “Grizzly Bear.” This quartet’s stompfolk music has been said to have a “new sound with an old soul,” according to Hello Wheel’s Bandcamp profile. It is fun to watch, all four members exchanging humorous comments to each other, and even better to listen to. You’ll have as much fun in the audience as they do on stage.
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Five movies every college student should watch by Kaci Borowski
1. “Before Sunrise”
If you’ve been wavering on whether or not to do that semester abroad, this movie should push you right over the edge. French student Celine meets American traveler Jesse (the beautiful Ethan Hawke) on a European train and decides to accompany him on an impromptu trip to Vienna. Directed by local Richard Linklater, Sunrise is a realistic portrayal of how people converse when they realize they have nothing to lose. Filled with pretty scenery and even prettier faces, it’ll have you Googling Eurail Pass prices from the couch while you watch.
2. “Slackers”
Weirdly artsy and oddly funny, “Slackers,” not to be confused with the Austin-centric “Slacker,” is a tale of the lengths some undergrads will go to make the grade and get the girl. Featuring a huge cast of before-they-were-famous stars like Jason Schwartzman and Jason Segal, this movie gets
super weird in the first 10 seconds and never lets up.
3. “Love and Basketball”
There have been a fair amount of movies made about college athletics, but none quite as racy or cool. Childhood friends Quincy and Monica both grow up to play college ball at USC (booo), fall in love (okay) and spend a lot of the movie shirtless (sold). There may or may not be a high stakes basketball game at the end where the winner gets the other’s heart but they’re so good looking that I’m starting to question why you’re still reading this and not already watching.
4. “Orange County”
Remember the time you tried to apply to your dream school but ended up thwarted by your incompetent guidance counselor, your stoner best friends and your brother, who is not only a prescription pill peddler (and Jack Black),
but also insane? Colin Hanks does. In “Orange County” he navigates the worst week of his life in an effort to get that acceptance letter; drugging his admissions officer and losing his girlfriend along the way. That’s the story of how you guys got in, right?
5. “PCU”
Before he played a jerky control freak in Entourage (and the dean in the it’s-not-on-this-list-because-you’ve-seen-it-a-million-times movie Old School), Jeremy Piven played a guy who doesn’t want to graduate in this formulaic comedy who takes a prospective freshman under his wing. Is this a thing in every college movie? It’s a mustsee for the quotes alone, but PCU also serves as a self-esteem booster during semester rough patches.
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by Ali Killian
Robin Hood and Maid Marian invite you to explore their world at the Sherwood Forest Faire. As a pre-renaissance festival, the Sherwood Forest Faire is set in 1190, where the outlaw Robin Hood and the Sherwood residents battle the tyranny of Sheriff de Greasby and his followers. “It’s not as much a historical reenactment, as it is a themed festival,” said Zane Baker, director of entertainment for Sherwood Forest Faire. There is much to see and do at the faire, which runs from 10 a.m. to dusk every weekend from Feb. 9 to March 31, with one Friday opening on March 15. To help you get started, here are the top three things you don’t want to miss when visiting the Sherwood Forest Faire.
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If you’re itching to see classic renaissance fighting, head to the Third Annual Combat Tournament of Sherwood, a sword-fighting competition in which the audience decides the outcome. The show’s humor and violence makes it explicitly for adults, too, which makes it that much more intriguing for the wandering Longhorn.
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Celebrating the faculty and staff at the University of Texas at Austin
Director of Shakespeare at Winedale by Priyanka Deshpande
Dr. James Loehlin Few people in the world have the chance to study and teach fine literature to their hearts’ content, but Dr. James Loehlin does. Loehlin is the Director of Shakespeare at Winedale, a College of Liberal Arts program which seeks to educate students about William Shakespeare’s plays through means of performance. Every year, under Loehlin’s direction, students delve into Elizabethan-era theatre and stage dramatic productions at a university-owned country barn in Round Top, Texas. Loehlin completed his bachelor’s degree under the Plan II program at UT. He went on to study at Oxford University in England, where he got a master’s degree, and later earned a doctorate from Stanford University. Loehlin, who has been at UT for 13 years, also serves as the Shakespeare at Winedale regents professor in the Department of English. He took some time to reflect on his experience overseeing this unique program.
Longhorn Life: What are your primary responsibilities? James Loehlin: I really see my primary responsibility as teaching; I teach the spring Shakespeare Through Performance course, which culminates in a performance at Winedale, and the summer Shakespeare at Winedale program, in which students live at the Winedale Historical Center in order to study and perform several Shakespeare plays. I also have some administrative responsibilities associated with overseeing the various aspects of the program, but fortunately I have a lot of help with that!
LL: Comedies or tragedies? JL: Histories!
LL: Favorite play? LL: What do you do during a typical day? JL: It depends on the time of year: in the spring I am more focused on teaching and preparing for the summer, fall is more for research and administration and in the summer I am full-time at Winedale, working with the students seven days a week on the plays.
JL: It’s always changing, but I do love the history plays, and one that we are doing this summer, Henry IV, Part I, is certainly among my favorites. But I can’t pick just one.
LL: What led you to this career? JL: I was a student in the Shakespeare at Winedale program under its founding director, James Ayres, and it was a transformative experience for me, just as it has been for many other students.
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Faculty Update
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The Visual Arts Center reopens for spring by Ali Killian
Loaded with five new exhibits from in-house and foreign artists, the Visual Arts Center reopens for the spring season on Friday, Feb. 1. The VAC combines art with education by showcasing student, faculty and guest work in its galleries. Having been closed for winter break, the VAC’s opening reception kicks off the 2013 season with a performance by senior studio art major Zoe Berg in her exhibition space at 6 p.m. The reception is free and open to the public, and it will continue until 8 p.m. In addition to Berg’s exhibit, “Til sjøs (At sea),” in which she creates a NorwegianAmerican identity, the work of Diego Bianchi, an artist from Buenos Aires, Argentina, which examines various objects and how they work together to be individual parts of one whole, will be showcased in an exhibit called “Into The Wild Meaning.”
Annie Han and Daniel Mihalyo, who work under the name Lead Pencil Studio, combine architecture with art in their exhibition “Diffuse Reflection Lab.” The exhibit will contain different structures in which the viewer sees their reflection. By using various lighting and spacing the viewers’ perceptions are challenged in an attempt to create conversation about the effects reflections can have on the public, according to the VAC’s website. “New Prints 2012” and “Overlapping Impressions: A Study in Contrasting Cognition” are the other exhibitions premiering on Feb. 1. The nonprofit International Print Center New York organized New Prints 2012, which will feature 36 prints of various types, from etchings to video animation, that were selected from more than 2,600 submissions to IPCNY’s New Prints Program, according to IPCNY’s website. Meanwhile, “Overlapping
Impressions” is a collection of typographic prints made on the Rob Roy Kelly American Wood Type Collection, which was originally used for printing during 19th century America. Since the VAC is used mainly for traveling exhibits, four of the five opening exhibitions will only be on display until March 9, while Lead Pencil Studio’s “Diffuse Reflection Lab” will stay in the VAC until May 11.
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Wednesday, January 30, 2013
BEHIND THE SCENES at HOGG AUDITORIUM
by Bianca Moragne | photos by Trisha Seelig
The once dormant lecture hall, Hogg Memorial Auditorium, has recently reopened its doors with a new purpose — to give back to student organizations on campus. Effective the first day of the fall 2012 semester, Hogg Auditorium switched its gears from being used primarily for classroom purposes to a student-run performance venue available to registered student organizations. When Hogg first opened its doors in 1933, the auditorium quickly became the University’s performing arts venue. For decades, the auditorium was managed by Texas Performing Arts, becoming the main stage for the University’s drama department, and various lectures and debates for the Longhorn community. In recent years, the auditorium only saw the bustle of student activity and noise during finals periods, film screenings and lectures. But thanks to University Unions and the combined efforts of student organizations, Hogg is back in business for student usage. “I’d love to see Hogg and the space usage maximized,” said Cecelia Lopez, manager of Hogg Auditorium. “I want to see events there as often and as frequently as possible. I want Hogg to come back to life in a way; and it has been, just seeing that student activity within the space.”
Now, the historical campus gem has transformed itself from being just another super-sized lecture hall on campus. Hogg has collaborated with the Division of Student Affairs, Student Government and the College of Fine Arts to become a student-centric programming facility. “We are open to any group that wants to host an event in there,” Lopez said. “We’ve had groups that have had a full capacity event close to 1,200 and then we’ve had 400 people. We are there to provide the same experience no matter how many folks you attract.” University Unions took on management of Hogg to further their mission of working with students on campus; giving them priority to operate and host their own events. Student groups will not be charged for reserving the space. In order for student organizations to use the 1,200-seat auditorium they must first submit an application under the online reservation system. Last semester, Hogg welcomed a total of 20 events put on by student organizations. “I’ve been very pleased in the way student organizations have responded,” Lopez said. “I think that we’ve had a good variety of events. Anything from John Legend to Texas Revue talent shows to lectures and step shows.”
Actors from the Department of English put on a Shakespeare play last fall through a traveling troupe. According to Lopez, the group came to UT in the ‘90s for the very first time and has now since made its return to the space. Currently, Hogg is servable ‘as is,’ which means a student group has to bring in their own sound system. In the past, students have been able to rent equipment from outside vendors and sponsorships under the Events CoSponsorship Committee. Lopez works with students to support event planning and provide an overall educational experience. She supervises a staff of six undergraduate students and one graduate student that work for Hogg. On site, they supervise the space as advocates of the auditorium and are given hands-on experience in production, management and event planning. “What I hope for Hogg is that a lot of students on campus went to the space previously for orientation or to take a final or graduate, so I want to provide the in-betweens,” Lopez said. “So, when students are sitting at graduation they can say ‘Oh, this is where I saw John Legend or that great talent show that a group put together.”’
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