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Editor’s Note Today is the day you all have been waiting for: the results of the 2013 UTMost Best Of survey are in! Well, you may not have been waiting for it, but consider it the guide you never knew you needed until now. After all, your Friday just got exponentially better now that you know where to go for the best margarita in town (pg. 17) and who has the best happy hour (pg. 16). We would like to
thank you, the readers, for your responses to the survey. You have spoken – and now it’s time to reveal your favorite businesses, restaurants and organizations around town. With SXSW becoming a distant memory, was it voted as Austin’s most beloved festival or did ACL come out on top? Find out on page 19. Which local favorite has the tastiest chips and salsa? Take a peek at page 18.
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Spotlight
Showcasing students around campus
WHAT’S IN YOUR BAG?
Jenny Tieu international relations and global studies junior
CHATTER Krysia Garcia
Tieu keeps it simple with a small cross-body bag, carrying a Nintendo DS to keep busy during her breaks in between classes, a pair of Ray Bans to keep the sun out of her eyes as she plays and a small bottle of hand sanitizer to help stay germ-free.
English senior
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Sonic because they have a great happy hour with a variety of drinks. Especially with the weather getting hotter, all I can think about are cherry limeades!
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Don Le aerospace engineering freshman
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Whataburger. We could use another one that’s actually on campus.
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Lauren West international relations and global studies senior West would describe her style as a cross between Jackie O. and bohemian. “It’s classy and fun at the same time,” West said. Style pet peeve: Wearing too much makeup Wearing: Blue chiffon dress, light brown cardigan and sandals.
Jose Ortiz history senior
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McDonald’s. The one on MLK is just not close enough. We need one in the SAC or the Union.
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What fast food would you like to see on campus?
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Sunday
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Monday
Tuesday
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Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
4/1
4/2
4/3
4/4
4/5
4/6
Tensnake
The Black Angels
Obscured by Echoes
Shivery Shakes
Confusapalooza
Kat Edmonson
10 p.m. @ Kingdom
5 p.m. @ Waterloo Records (free)
9 p.m. @ Mohawk
9 p.m. @ Mohawk
7 p.m. @ Antone’s
7 p.m. @ Paramount
4/7
4/8
4/9
4/10
4/11
4/12
4/13
Brownout
Grizzly Bear
Night Court
Sigur Ros
John Mellencamp
Bleached
Ruthie Foster
4/14
4/15
4/16
4/17
4/18
4/19
4/20
Judy Collins
Chicago
Meat Puppets
Beach Fossils
The South Austin Moonlighters
Austin Reggae Festival
Austin Reggae Festival
9 p.m. @ Holy Mountain
6 & 8:30 p.m. @ One World Theater
7 p.m. @ Stubb’s
8 p.m. @ ACL Live at the Moody Theater
9 p.m. @ Beerland
7:30 p.m. @ Cedar Park Center
5 p.m. @ Waterloo Records (free)
9 p.m. @ Red 7
9:30 p.m. @ ACL Live at the Moody Theater
9:30 p.m. @ Lamberts
9 p.m. @ Red 7
3 p.m. @Auditorium Shores
8 p.m. @ Cactus Cafe
3 p.m. @Auditorium Shores
4/21
4/22
4/23
4/24
4/25
4/26
4/27
Austin Reggae Festival
Danzig
Peter Murphy
Youth Lagoon
Atlas Genius
Muchos Backflips
Foals
7 p.m. @ Belmont
6:30 p.m. @ Mohawk
EVENT CALENDAR
3 p.m. @Auditorium Shores
5:30 p.m. @ Stubb’s
8 p.m. @ Emo’s
9 p.m. @ Frank
9 p.m. @ Emo’s
CAMPUS EVENTS 04/01
UT Symphony Orchestra performs Rite of Spring, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., MRH, Bates Recital Hall 3.838
04/03
Spring 2013 Communication Job & Internship Fair, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., DKR North Endzone, The Club
04/04
“Stuff UT Freshmen Say” talent show, 7 to 8:30 p.m., SAC Ballroom North
04/06
Volleyball National Champions Celebration, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Gregory Gym
OFF-CAMPUS EVENTS 03/31
Eco-friendly Easter Egg Hunt, noon to 2 p.m., In.gredients
04/03
Carnival ah! 2013, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., ACC Rio Grande Campus
04/06
Zilker Garden Festival, 10 a.m., Zilker Park Botanical Gardens
04/07
Statesman Capitol 10K, 8 to 11:30 a.m., Congress Avenue and Barton Springs Road
STUDENT ORG EVENTS 03/29
Rotaract/Iranian Students Academic and Cultural Organization food drive and pool party, 3 to 6 p.m., 2401 Longview St.
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South by South Student
Longhorns represented at the conference in a big way
Sam Houdek and his bandmates of local five-piece Growl used this year’s music conference as a networking opporutnity, grabbing the attention of Vans executives.
International relations and global studies sophomore Geetika Jerath poses with actor Michael Cera. In addition to taking selfies with George Michael Bluth, Jerath managed the Convergence for SXSW Interactive.
South by Southwest caused a major commotion during spring break with around 49,000 attendees flocking to downtown Austin. From March 8 to 17, SXSW interactive, film and music inundated downtown Austin. Many students stayed in Austin during spring break to attend parts of the conference, like its multitude of music performances, official parties and award-winning film screenings. However, some students had the unique opportunity to be a part of South By itself. While the conference is oriented toward industry professionals, UT students represented a green crowd in a big way. A few studentmade films were screened during the film portion of the event, other Longhorns performed with their bands at music venues, and some even represented companies at business panels. Student volunteers helped the conference managers organize events throughout the weeklong festival. Sam Houdek, a radiotelevision-film junior, played during the music portion with his two bands, Little Lo and Growl. Performing in a total of eight shows, Houdek played drums for Little Lo, a melodic indie-rock band, and guitar for Growl, a garage-pop group. He also had the chance to work at Holy Mountain, which hosted official SXSW parties all week long. Though an exciting experience for young artists, being a student participant at SXSW was not easy, Houdek reveals. “It’s different because you carry a weight with you
the whole week,” he said, “knowing that when you get back, you’re not only going to have a ton of work to do, but you’re going to be beyond exhausted and have zero desire to do any sort of work.” Regardless, Houdek feels that attending SXSW was a rewarding experience. He and his band were able to network with others in the music industry; they met bands and label representatives from the United Kingdom, including garage band Palma Violets. Houdek had the opportunity to meet the president of the apparel company Vans, who passed on Houdek’s band’s music to the head of the artistbooking company for Vans’ events. Houdek, who hopes to become involved in artist booking, management and event planning, believes that marketing with confidence is the best way to reach success. “It’s worth really putting yourself out there, in terms of performance or networking, because people recognize when you’re trying as hard as you can,” he said. Mohit Patel, a freshman business student, represented the company NinjaThat during SXSW Interactive. Patel serves as a brand ambassador for NinjaThat, which provides organizations with an on demand student task force to accomplish missions and tasks. Patel hopes that his involvement in SXSW educated people about ways to be proactive when finding a job. “It was my first SXSW, so I had a lot of high expectations,” Patel said. “I got to see various kinds of people, from entertainers to
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tech executives, and it really gave me a great perspective on the culture of Austin. As a business student who aspires to start his own company, it was a great opportunity for me to see how my academic skills and networks would help me succeed. I could see the practical applications of concepts that I will learn in classes, and it was a fantastic window into what my future would look like.” International relations and global studies sophomore Geetika Jerath had the chance to aid in organization and management of SXSW from the inside. As a leader for her volunteer shift, Jerath helped manage the Convergence Venue, a part of the interactive panels, for four days at the Long Center. The venue hosted celebrities who have contributed to digital industries, including the creator of the television series “The Big Bang Theory,” Chuck Lorre, and founder of the music streaming service Spotify, Daniel Ek. Jerath worked with venue managers to coordinate volunteers and ensure a smooth transition from backstage to the front of the venue during panel sessions. For her volunteer work, Jerath received a platinum badge, which allowed her to attend all film, interactive and music events. “My experience as a shift leader and at SXSW in general was absolutely phenomenal,” Jerath said. “It gives you the chance to have a lot of responsibilities and feel like you are truly a part of making the festival happen. College students can still play a huge role by volunteering and making the festival happen.”
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Good Eats Drop that (donut)! Get low (calorie)!
Embrace your inner foodie photos and story by Jackie Ruth
It’s getting warmer again, and eating right is a great way to start achieving the swimsuit look that you want. Here are options for breakfast, lunch and dinner to widen your culinary horizon while keeping your nutrition balanced. Not only are they healthy, but flavorful, too. All of these meals are vegetarian, and both the lunch and dinner options can be made vegan by omitting one ingredient.
EGG WHITE OMELET Ingredients: Liquid egg whites 1/2 of one red pepper, diced 1/2 of one green bell pepper, diced 1/2 of a tomato, diced Green onions, chopped Salt and pepper Directions: 1. Pour two servings of egg whites into a skillet on medium heat. 2. Sprinkle the vegetables and seasonings onto one half of the egg. Cook for three to five minutes. 3. Flip the empty half of the omelet onto the half with ingredients and cook for another 30 seconds. Serve and enjoy!
STUFFED, ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH
MEDITERRANEAN VEGGIE SANDWICH Inspired by Panera Bread’s Mediterranean sandwich Ingredients: 2 slices of bread 2 teaspoons olive oil Sundried tomato & basil hummus 1/4 of a cucumber, sliced 1/4 of a red onion, sliced 1/2 of a tomato, sliced Lettuce Crumbled tomato & basil feta cheese (can be omitted for vegan recipe) Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 300. 2. Spread olive oil and hummus onto both slices of bread, and then place on a baking sheet and bake for five minutes. 3. After removing the bread from the oven, sprinkle the feta cheese on one slice of bread, and then add the vegetables. Put the other slice of bread on top, and you’ve made a refreshing lunch.
Adapted from cheapandsimplevegetarian.com You can decide whether to keep the tough outer skin of the squash on or to remove it after roasting. Ingredients: 1/2 of a butternut squash (one serving) 1/2 of a red onion, diced 1/2 of a red bell pepper, diced Green onions, chopped 1/2 of one can of black beans 3 cloves garlic, minced Seasonings (for example, paprika, curry powder, cumin) Cheese, salsa (optional toppings) Olive oil Directions: 1. Preheat the oven to 375. 2. Cut the ends off of the squash, and then cut it in half. 3. Scoop the seeds out with a spoon, and cut a shallow area in the squash so that you can fill it later. 4. Spread olive oil on the baking sheet and both sides of the squash. Put it in the oven flesh (inside) down and roast for 30 to 40 minutes. 5. When it’s close to being finished, sauté the onions and garlic for about three minutes, then add the bell peppers and spices and saute for another five minutes. 6. Stir in the black beans and saute for a couple more minutes. Remove from heat. 7. Take the squash out of the oven. 8. Fill the squash with the sauteed vegetables and add cheese. 9. Heat in oven for five to 10 minutes.
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The prohibition returns with new restaurant
The one thing customers won’t find at this eatery is morality. A new and adventurous American restaurant and wine bar, Flour and Vine transports Austinites back to the pre-prohibition era with flapper dresses, comfort foods and live jazz music. Say goodbye to the beloved Hugo’s Restaurant Y Tequila Bar and hello to Flour and Vine. A revamp of Hugo’s from the same owner and chef, Tony Clevenger, Flour and Vine is located on South Lamar. Clevenger has reinvented the res-
taurant’s image by creating a rustic and modern feel through wooden tables, theater style décor and chic artwork provided by the Zach Theater. The restaurant opened its doors in early March and features live performances a few times a week by employees that will serenade while serving. Clevenger has developed a radically different menu than Hugo’s Tex-Mex, that is full of comfort foods with a twist, said co-owner Alexander Wu. The menu reflects influences from soul and southern foods, Europe and Africa. Almost every dish on the menu is comprised of locally grown ingredients. “From our black drum fish to our homemade pastas and produce, currently almost our entire menu is local,” Wu said. “Our goal is simple and our food is simple: deliver food that works harmoniously with our commitment to local and sustainable practices.” The use of fresh and local ingredients reflects the name of the restaurant. “Our dedication to providing Austin with the best of both wine and food created the concept for our restaurant,” said Melanie Thompson, a Flour and Vine employee. “We wanted the name to reflect the ingredients we use in our dishes. Once we had established that concept, the rest was history.” Eating and buying locally grown foods promotes sustainability, the local community and, most importantly, bettertasting and fresher foods. Unlike mass-produced foods, locally grown produce travel fewer miles and use less fossil fuels in
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transport, minimizing the carbon footprint of the buyer. “As we continue to find our way in Austin, we are prepared to become a significant part of the community by promoting awareness for local and sustainable foods,” Wu said. Servers, waiters and the bar staff don eye-catching period costumes while serenading a hungry crowd with lounge singing. The overall aesthetic during the dinner service transports customers back to the 1920s prohibition era of moonshine, gangsters, lipstick and “The Great Gatsby.” Everything from the drink selection to the servers exudes Hollywood glam. Even celebrities are getting in on the elegance at Flour and Vine. During the week-long South By South West conference, “Fast and Furious” actor Paul Walker dined at the new venue with 50 of his friends and guests. Patrons may also partake in wine-tasting classes on select weekends and evenings. The hour-long classes are $49 each and cover everything from the basics of wine to more focused classes on wine and food pairings. The wines have been carefully selected to showcase organic and sustainable growing practices. In addition to wine tasting, Flour and Vine offers free retail parking for customers. “We hope that Flour and Vine will become an impactful member of the community, and help Austinites experience the many amazing things this city has to offer,” Thompson said. “Mostly, we aim to be a place for the community to come together and enjoy the richness of our beautiful city.” The restaurant is open Tuesday through Sunday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., with the bar staying open until midnight Thursday through Saturday.
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The food truck rolls on photos and story by Kaci Borowski Despite being one of the most popular attractions in town, the food trucks stationed on South Congress Avenue will soon be forced to relocate due to the pending construction of a new hotel. Some of the trailers have already moved, but for many, the lot is too good of a location to give up. Several food truck owners and employees expressed their plan to wait until they have to leave to make new plans. Justin Burrow, owner of the newly opened Burro, a gourmet grilled cheese stand, is one of them. “It’s really uncertain,” Burrow said. “We’re just going to try and stay as long as we can.” Bobbi Jo Rice co-owns three trucks in the lot with her mother and sister: Fry Baby, Taco Baby and Waffle Baby. Despite the uncertainty she and her family face with the lot’s unforeseen future, Rice remains optimistic. “Hopefully we can find our own lot,” Rice said. “We could have an entire ‘Baby’ lot!” Although many will be sad to say goodbye to the South Congress lot, several food trailer parks have popped up across Austin, each one reflective of the neighborhood they reside in and the clientele they serve. Here are some local lots poised to take over the title of “Austin’s favorite.”
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Rio Rancho Eatery (26th and Rio Grande streets) Food trucks: Wunder Waffle, Short Bus Subs, Firefly Pies, Mighty Cone, Wurst Tex, Thai of the Town, Cow Tipping Creamery Wunder Waffle owner Ashley Wearing was originally hoping to set up shop on the South Congress lot before she came across the Rio Rancho eatery near campus. With heavy student traffic passing by the lot every day, Wearing saw a great opportunity. “It was a no brainer,” she said. “From 6 a.m. to 3 a.m., there’s always going to be somebody here.” Featuring a wide variety of carts, the eatery has a truck for every appetite, making it an ideal spot for hungry college students who can’t agree on where to eat. Although the students and staff of UT offer a large amount of willing and hungry customers, times may get tough for the residents of Rio Rancho during school breaks. “We’re looking to somehow reach the broader audience in Austin,” Wearing said. “The students know, but outside of campus, it’s like we’re nonexistent.” Wearing hopes the word will spread about the park. “This area is like a best-kept secret for UT students, but we don’t want it to be,” she said. “We want everybody to know about it!”
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East Sixth Fillin’ Station (East Sixth and Waller streets) Food trucks: Gonzo Juice, 5th and Chips, Spartan Pizza, Fire Soul, Wholly Kabob, Way South Philly Just a little beyond the bars that populate “Dirty Sixth,” there is an oasis of food trucks open well into the night. For many truck owners on East Sixth, it’s not those seeking breakfast tacos or stopping by on their lunch breaks that pay the bills. “There’s a young crowd in this area,” said Virginia Pharr, co-owner of Gonzo Juice. “It’s a bar scene, so there are people out late at night who need something to eat.” Pharr likes the eclectic neighborhood — it gives her and her partners an opportunity to be creative with their menu, testing milkshake flavors and sandwich combinations on an eager audience. “They’re typically more adventuresome, so we can have more fun with our specials,” Pharr said. Another perk of making their home on the East Side is a healthy sense of camaraderie and creativity within the food truck community. “It’s a certain-minded kind of person to take on a project like this,” Pharr explained. “It’s not an easy way to make money. Most of the people who have these things are kind of badasses.”
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shades of Spring by Katey Psencik Our balmy Texas winter has morphed into an uncharacteristically warm spring. Ready to rock spring’s hottest colors? Pantone’s Fashion Color Report reveals the ten colors that are sure to turn heads this season. You better hurry, though — blink during a Texas spring and it’s summertime before you know it. Spring fashion is about exuberance and bright colors. Lemon zest and poppy red serve as the fun, cheery shades of the season. Balance these two with one of the novel neutrals to make them pop.
Spring’s anchor color is this season’s brighter, cheerier alternative to classic navy — Monaco blue. Pair it with Pantone’s tender shoots, the attention-grabbing yellowgreen, to really turn heads.
This year’s spring colors combine what Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, calls “novel neutrals” with brighter, lighter colors to create a sense of balance. Use Pantone’s dusk blue, grayed jade and linen as neutral colors and as a base for the season’s brighter colors like nectarine.
Emerald, a lush, vibrant green, was named Pantone’s 2013 Color of the Year. Rock emerald this season to add a little bit of sparkle to your spring wardrobe.
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San Francisco five-piece Thee Oh Sees melt faces at 2012’s Psych Fest. In its sixth year, the festival will move from indoor venues to Carson Creek Ranch. Photo credit to Psych Fest and Pooneh Ghana.
New venue, same spirit; Psych Fest moves to the great outdoors For the past five years, passionate psychedelic rock music fans from around the world have looked to Austin for an event attracting the best names in the genre: Austin Psych Fest. From April 26 to 28, it will celebrate its sixth year even bigger and better than before. At its first completely outdoor venue, the sprawling Carson Creek Ranch, fans will be able to camp onsite; completely emerging themselves in the weekend experience. “We really want to build up more of that festival community,” said Erica Shamaly, director of business development and marketing. The new venue will host three music stages for attendees to enjoy both day and night, as well as showcase a variety of local Austin vendors and artists. “It has really been a truly homegrown Austin festival,” Shamaly said. Austin Psych Fest began as a small word-of-mouth show founded by four friends, including Alex Maas and Christian Bland of The Black Angels. With a lineup curated by some of the genre’s best, the festival has grown into an internationally acclaimed, sold-out event. This year’s stellar lineup spans the gamut of psychedelic rock, including the legendary The Moving Sidewalks and Os Mutantes alongside more contemporary bands like Deerhunter and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club. What sets Psych Fest apart from other Austin music festivals is the camaraderie built around a single genre of music. Bands, as well as loyal fans, are eager to return each year for a completely unique festival experience. “It’s a really tight-knit, cool community of people that come together to create good music and art,” Shamaly said. Weekend and day passes, as well as camping passes, are still available. For layaway options, the full lineup and more details visit austinpsychfest.com.
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Into the
wild
by Mira Milla illustrations by Sara Gonzalez
Longhorn Life’s guide to roughing it
Shorts weather has arrived. We’re starting to see more joggers along The Drag and more kayaks on Lady Bird Lake. Talk of swimming and — dare we say it — summer vacation is among us. There may be two months of school left, but who says you can’t start your outdoorsy adventure sooner? Before the Texas nights become unbearable, take a weekend camping trip using Longhorn Life’s handy tips and tricks. Spending time in the outdoors can either be a blissful, postcard vacation or a scene from a camping trip gone wrong, complete with wild animals raiding your food stash. To save you from the mishaps of a bad experience, here are some helpful tips to make your trip to the good ol’ outdoors a memorable one.
What to pack - Long pants Shorts would seem like the ideal camping attire, but try pants to reduce the chance of cuts and poison ivy from rubbing against you. There’s no such thing as too many clothes when camping, so layer up. Besides, with the Texas weather so up and down, you never know whether your tent will be a sauna or an igloo at night. - Sleeping bag If you’re not the type to lay just a few blankets down, a sleeping bag is a necessity. If it doesn’t have a built-in pillow, be sure to bring one to avoid resorting to a pile of leaves as a headrest. - Water-resistant tent Unless you’re staying in a campsite with a cabin, you’ll need to bring your own shelter. A water-resistant tent will keep you dry and happy in case of a surprise rainstorm. Set-
ting up a tent can be a little difficult, though, so practice putting it up with your friends in your backyard before you leave. - First-aid kit A lot can go wrong while camping, so bandages are a must. Some other helpful things to include are sterile gauze pads, antiseptic wipes, Neosporin, adhesive tape, tweezers, disposable gloves, a snakebite kit, alcohol pads and basic first-aid instructions. These will help you clean and take care of cuts, splinters and open wounds. - Sunscreen Even under the shade of the trees, you’ll need sunscreen to avoid getting burnt. Remember to apply it as often as the bottle instructs you to, or else you’ll need to stop for some aloe on the way home. - Food and water When it comes to cooking at a campsite, some say the easiest things to make are hot dogs. You put them on a stick, place them over the fire until they are done and “voila”! Other foods that cook easily over a fire are beans, chili and fish. If you bring a skillet, you can also make burgers. And of course, don’t forget ingredients for s’mores; they’re a camping classic. Bring a cooler to put all these things in to keep them cold and refreshing. You wouldn’t want any meat to go bad or to drink lukewarm water. Be eco-friendly! Bring trash bags to put your waste in. Some other practical things to consider bringing along: a flashlight, batteries, a lighter, music, waterproof matches, a pocketknife, map and a compass. These will keep you wellprepared during your outdoor excursion.
Buddy system We’ve all been taught during summer camps and at school to never go anywhere by yourself and the same goes for camping. Always have one of your friends come with you whenever you have to leave your campsite. This will come in handy if one of you gets hurt or if you get lost. Using the buddy system is an easy way to keep track of all your friends when traveling around the site, too.
Location Make sure to know your surroundings while camping; it will help decrease the chances of you getting lost. Try to be familiar as possible with your campsite and the surrounding areas. So where should you go camping? Lucky for you and your friends, Austin has a few sites that are considered regulars for campers. Choose one of these close-by locations for your outdoor adventure. - McKinney Falls State Park – 13 miles outside of Austin, ranging from $15 to $24. - Krause Springs – 30 miles west of Austin, $12 for adults and $6 for kids. - Lake Travis – Pace Bend Park and Mansfield Dam Park are just two of the many of campgrounds found around Lake Travis.
Some final tips Help each other out, have a good attitude about every situation, explore, discover, relax and take lots of pictures. This kind of experience will bring you and your friends closer together, and will create unforgettable memories.
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Runnin’ on empty
Longhorn Life
Friday, March 29, 2013
by Katey Psencik
Our guide to starting (and finishing!) 10K training
photo by Monica Zhang
April 7 marks Austin’s 36th annual Capitol 10,000 race. While it’s probably too late to start training for this year’s Cap10K, check out these tips and tricks to get in shape for your next big race. 1. Visit your doctor to get cleared. It’s important that your body is in top shape before doing any strenuous physical activity. Before any warm-ups or stretches, have a full physical to ensure your body is in prime condition to take on a 6.2-mile run.
2. Buy new shoes. Medical experts say you should replace your running shoes every 300 to 400 miles, as shoes lose shock absorption, cushioning and stability over time. 3. Warm up and stretch before running, and cool down afterward. Warming up promotes circulation and will help you get in a longer, tougher workout without any pain or fatigue. Cooling down by gradually slowing the level of activity helps your heart rate return to normal, and prevents cramping and dizziness. 4. Run at your goal race pace two days per week. If you’re allowing yourself around six weeks of training, set a logical pace at which you intend to run the actual race, then start out by running three miles at that pace in your first week. Increase this by about a mile each week, and soon you’ll be breezing through 6.2 miles at your goal race pace without even losing your breath. 5. Run below your goal race pace twice per week, as well. It’s important not to overwork yourself. Tack on a few extra minutes to your goal race pace and run for a longer time than you do on your goal pace days. As with your goal pace running, increase distance with each week to increase your stamina. 6. Attend yoga classes or participate in flexibility training. Running causes tightening and shortening of muscles, while yoga’s main goal is to elongate muscles and loosen them up. Yoga will help you gain both physical and mental strength.
7. Lift weights. Weight exercises focusing on your calves, hamstrings, quadriceps and core will help strengthen your muscles and decrease fatigue and pain while running. Your hamstrings and back are particularly important, because these are the muscles that propel you forward while running. 8. Take at least one rest day per week. Rest is vital to building muscle and not overworking yourself. Taking at least one rest day a week, two at the most, will allow your muscles to build and repair themselves. 9. Do cross-training at least one day per week. Swimming, biking or using the elliptical at your local gym will help you balance out muscle groups and improve your cardiovascular fitness. 10. If you’re a beginner, try the walk/run method. Alternate short run segments with short walks. The key to getting this right is to start your walk portion before your run muscles tire. This helps your muscles recover instantly, increasing the distance and time your body will allow you to run without tiring. Popular Austin running trails: — Town Lake Hike and Bike Trail — Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park — Barton Creek Greenbelt — Great Hills Park Trail — Mary Moore Searight Metropolitan Park
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Forty Acres Fest offers free food and fun Forty Acres Fest is an annual free event that celebrates UT and its students with games like giant chess and Twister, food, drinks and activities like bounce-house obstacle courses or inflatable rock wall climbing. This year, the festival will be held on Saturday, April 6, and it may just be the biggest one yet. Although the festival has run from noon to 5 p.m. in the past, the 2013 Forty Acres Fest will be held from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Junior MIS Plan II major Nicole Ferraro is the head chair of Forty Acres Fest, so she coordinates the daytime activities and other important parts of the event. Ferraro is excited about some of the changes coming to the event this year, such as the Office of Sustainability providing recycling and compost bins for the festival. She also said that the East Mall won’t be used this year, as it has in the past, and that six bands will be playing live music during the day. The showcase includes local artists Akina Adderley & the Vintage Playboys, The Ben Baxter Band, Blue Bear, Suite 709, Jonathas of the show “The Voice” and The Followthrough. Aside from music, students can expect to see a lot of organizations tabling at Forty Acres Fest this year. Undeclared sophomore Vicky Nguyen, the Forty Acres Fest organizations officer, said that about 80 organizations signed up for priority deadline, and expects there to be more by the time the regular deadline for sign-up ends on March 29. Priority sign-up allows the organizations to have the first picks for locations, rather than being assigned a spot somewhere within the vicinity of the event. This year’s Forty Acres Fest is already expected to be big-
ger than previous years; priority sign-up averages about 60 organizations, and they have already surpassed that number. Forty Acres Fest is a chance for student organizations to raise money by selling food, drinks and other items, due to the large number of people in one space. Activities offered by organization booths include henna and face painting, and the Campus Environmental Center will have a bubble maker as part of their setup. If you get hungry, there will be funnel cakes, and the Chinese Student Association plans on having cotton candy. You can wash it all down with some butterbeer from the Austin Harry Potter Alliance, or play beaker pong — beer pong played with beakers instead of cups, and water instead of alcohol. To reduce environmental impact, as part of the Office of Sustainability’s move to make the campus more eco-friendly, organizations will be using recyclable and biodegradable products whenever possible. Much of the festival is run by volunteers. Forty Acres Fest provides an opportunity for students to get involved on campus and to gain volunteer hours that they may need. At night, there is a concert held in front of the Tower, and past headliners have included Girl Talk and Big Boi. The headliner for this year’s festival will be pop-rap group Chiddy Bang. “If you haven’t come out before, it’s something you need to experience,” Ferraro said. “There’s something for everyone.”
by Jackie Ruth
photo courtesy of Forty Acres Fest
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FOOD & DRINK
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1415 S. Congress Ave.
food truck
pizza photo by Leanne Chia
Featured by the Food Network, the Cooking Channel and The New York Times, Chi’Lantro has been making a big name for itself outside of Austin. It’s also celebrated here at home, and with its unique menu of Korean and Mexican fusion dishes, it’s not hard to see why. Serving up flavorful Bulgogi tacos topped with Korean salad and fries smothered with caramelized Kim chi, Korean barbeque and sriracha, you’ll manage to satisfy both your appetite and your foodie tendencies without burning a hole in your wallet. Track them down on twitter (@ChiLantroBBQ) to get your fix. Kaci Borowski Check the website for hours, location: www.chilantrobbq.com
photo by Trisha Seelig
Home Slice Pizza is the place to go if you want authentic New York-style pies. You can buy a whole pizza to share, or just get yourself a slice if you’re feeling self-indulgent. The SoCo restaurant is dine-in or take-out, and if you choose to stay, you can eat inside or out on the patio. Despite the pizza being New York-style, Home Slice’s atmosphere is truly Austin-style. The main Home Slice building is closed on Tuesdays, but if you simply have to have it, More Home Slice next door will be open to satisfy your craving. Jackie Ruth (512) 444-7437 | Hours: Mon - Thu, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.; Fri - Sat 11 a.m. - midnight; Sun, noon - 11 p.m.
2909 Guadalupe St. 2222 Rio Grande St.
italian
yogurt photo by Taylor Prewitt
Milto’s Mediterranean Cafe specializes in both Italian and Greek entrees, as well as pizza, pasta and sub sandwiches. It’s conveniently located close to campus and accepts Bevo Bucks. Milto’s is also an official UT vendor, as manager Joe Rodriguez participates in many on-campus activities, including organization fundraisers. It has recently extended its hours until midnight on Friday and Saturday, so you can get a late-night Mediterranean fix. Make sure to follow Milto’s on Twitter and “like” its Facebook page for Bevo Bucks deals, as well. Jackie Ruth
(512) 476-1021 | Hours: Mon - Thu, 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.; Fri - Sat, 11 a.m. - midnight; Sun, noon - 10:30 p.m.
photo by Monica Zhang
Named after the color of the fruit at its peak ripeness, Red Mango is dedicated to using only the best all-natural ingredients. The yogurt is infused with Red Mango’s exclusive super biotics, and comes in a variety of flavors ranging from Irish Cream to Green Tea to Spicy Aztec Chocolate. But, they’re not limited to typical frozen yogurt; Red Mango also makes fruit smoothies, artisan hot chocolate and frozen coffee chillers. Katie Dickerson (512) 476-1496 | Hours: Sun - Thu, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.; Fri - Sat, 11 a.m. - midnight
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409 W. 30th St. 2514 Guadalupe St.
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asian food photo by Rachel Lau
If you’re looking for cheap, delicious, strong drinks any day of the week, Trudy’s is the place to be. They boast the “world famous Mexican Martini,” on special for $6 every Monday through Friday from 2 to 6 p.m. — a steal for the sheer amount of alcohol that’s in the “MexMart.” Be sure to arrange for a designated driver if you’re going to either of the two locations further from campus. Try the different daily special margaritas, because every option is delicious: house margaritas, top shelf, sangria, strawberry and more. A little known secret: visit for Sunday brunch to enjoy $2.50 Bloody Marys, Greyhounds, Salty Dogs, Mimosas, Ruby Red margaritas and Screwdrivers until noon. Katey Psencik
photo by Leanne Chia
Madam Mam’s serves authentic, family-style Thai cuisine. It is dedicated to using only the freshest of ingredients while providing fast, efficient service. Chatfuang, or “Mam” as her friends called her, worked as a restaurateur in Bangkok and served as a Thai food critic before opening Madam Mam’s in Austin. With generous portions and affordable prices, even on a student budget, it’s clear why the restaurant has won Best Asian Food for the second year in a row. Shantanu Banerjee
(512) 477-2935 | Hours: Mon - Thu, 2 p.m. - 2 a.m.; Fri - Sun, 9 a.m. - 2 a.m.
(512) 472-8306 | Hours: Mon - Fri, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
2451 S. Capital of Texas Highway
409 W. 30th St.
BBQ
n mexica food photo by Taylor Prewitt
If you close your eyes and walk 100 yards in any direction in Austin, chances are you’ll run into a barbeque restaurant of some sort — good barbeque around here is as easy to find as hipsters and reusable shopping bags. It takes something special to be the best, and Rudy’s has it. From “Sause so good that it deserves a distinction from all other barbeque sauces” to gallons of cream corn, Rudy’s is Texas barbeque done right. Order brisket, sausage, turkey, ribs, chicken or pork loin. They’ll serve it to you on plastic, with however many bread slices you desire, along with potato salad, spicy beans, cream corn, coleslaw and new potatoes you can eat until your pants don’t fit anymore. Slather it all with some “Sause” (or “Sissy sause,” if you can’t handle the flavor) and enjoy. Watch out, though — if you admit you’re a first-timer at the cash register, you’re in for a little recognition. Katey Psencik (512) 329-5554 | Hours: Mon - Thu, 6 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.; Fri - Sat, 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Sun, 7 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
photo by Larry Miller
Tex-Mex may be abundant in Austin, but it’s hard to find that one restaurant that has absolutely everything you could ever want. Well, Trudy’s is it. From an appetizer menu boasting giant nachos and tortilla soup, to a specialized migas menu and an entire page of enchiladas, Trudy’s is heaven for the TexMex lover. The menu can be overwhelming, but if you choose one of their top ten specialties, you can’t go wrong. Try the Cholula Honey Chicken for something unique, or fall back on old favorites like fajitas or flautas. Order two glasses of water, though — everything’s spicy, just as it should be. Katey Psencik
(512) 477-2935 | Hours: Mon - Thu, 2 p.m. - 2 a.m.; Fri - Sun, 9 a.m. - 2 a.m.
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Fricano’s Deli
2606 Guadalupe St.
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Fricano’s Deli has become West Campus’ hub for fine sandwiches. Paul Fricano started this Austin-based shop in 2006, aiming to provide fresh food and excellent customer service with a neighborhood feel. The deli serves authentic and delicious sandwiches made from quality meats and cheeses on rustic breads. Customers have the chance to create their own sandwiches and salads, too, instead of ordering one of their specials, like the Paul’s Spicy Ruben or Fricano’s Ham and Cheese. What’s more, the warm atmosphere of Fricano’s dining room and patio makes the sandwich-eating experience worthwhile. Priyanka Deshpande
Kerbey Lane Café has five restaurants around the city, and UT students have a hankering for the Austin-founded diner’s university location. Kerbey prides itself on supporting Austin’s small business community by using fresh, locally grown ingredients. Open 24 hours a day, it is the perfect destination for late-night snackers. Kerbey offers breakfast food all day long, with a specialty menu featuring delicious combinations of eggs, chicken, steak, bacon, English muffins, beans and potatoes. To veteran Kerbey-goers, it will come as no surprise that the most popular dishes are its homemade pancakes in a variety of creative flavors and Kerbey Queso. Priyanka Deshpande (512) 477-5717 | Hours: Daily 24 hours
(512) 482-3322 | Hours: Mon - Fri, 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Sat - Sun, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
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409 W 30th St.
1914 Guadalupe St.
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photo by Sneha Joshi
Veggie Heaven is a favorite among students for its vegan and vegetarian-only cuisine as well as its close proximity to campus. From spring rolls to fried rice and curries, this restaurant cooks up unique dishes that make students want to eat their vegetables. It prides itself on serving fresh, healthy food with an oriental twist, but its menu also has a Tex-Mex touch with quesadilla options. Veggie Heaven boasts tasty blends of tofu and crispy vegetables sauteed in spices and sauces that could make your mouth burn, but you can cool down with its variety of bubble and green teas. Priyanka Deshpande (512) 457-1013 | Hours: Mon - Fri, 11 a.m. - 8:45 p.m.; Sat - Sun, noon - 8:45 p.m.
photo by Zagat
The margarita is a Southwest tradition, and in Texas, we know how to weed out the weak. Tried and true by UT students, the Trudy’s margarita stands with the best of them. Whether you want it on the rocks with salt or a sweet sangria refresher, Trudy’s has a margarita for you. Walk over after class on Mondays and Wednesdays to enjoy $4 house ‘ritas, or check out special days for strawberry and sangria flavors. If you’re feeling particularly adventurous, you can add a floater to take the edge off of the day. Abby Johnston
(512) 477-2935 | Hours: Mon - Thu, 2 p.m. - 2 a.m.; Fri - Sun, 9 a.m. - 2 a.m.
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2606 Guadalupe St.
2610 Guadalupe St.
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photo by Alex Vickery photo by Alejandro Silveyra
Already known as a UT staple for breakfast and late-night eats, Kerbey Lane Café can add Best Chips and Salsa to their trophy case. The serving is just the right size to share with a few friends, and it’s the perfect snack for between classes or to fuel your walk home after the bars close. Be sure to pair it with the Kerbey Queso, which is layered over guacamole and topped with fresh pico de gallo. Kaci Borowski (512) 477-2935 | Hours: Daily 24 hours
Not only is The Local a well-stocked, low key hangout with good prices and even better people, it also happens to be within shouting distance of campus. With majorly comfortable couches and quirky specials like “happy minutes” that allow you to score $1 drafts for 15-minute intervals, The Local is the perfect spot to unwind with friends. The spacious patio out back gives you a prime spot to soak up some of the Austin sun, while still keeping an eye on the Longhorns’ score. If you want to get in on the action, too, there are foosball and pool tables to satisfy your own competitive edge. Kaci Borowski (512) 478-2337 | Hours: Daily noon - 2 a.m.
Starbucks
1400 S. Congress Ave.
inside the Union & the Student Activities Center
coffee house
burger
photo by Monica Zhang
America’s most famous coffee shop is a favorite among Longhorns, too. Starbucks is well known for its smooth, hot or chilled coffee beverages, as well as for its teas, hot chocolate, pastries and snacks. The Starbucks on the corner of 24th and Nueces streets offers a cozy lounge in which students often study. Popular drinks, including frappuccinos and espressos, have just the right amount of caffeine to help students stay awake to study throughout the night. Priyanka Deshpande (512) 475-6500 | Hours: Mon - Fri, 7 a.m. - midnight; Sat, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Sun, noon - midnight
photo by Monica Zhang
“Hopdoddy was created to express the perfect union of burgers and beer,” says the Hopdoddy website, and they do both well: fresh, all-natural burgers and handcrafted beer from local breweries. Hopdoddy’s burgers range from the basic to the bizarre. Patrons can request anything from lettuce to mushrooms to corn fritos, or even enjoy a burger made of bison, lamb, sushigrade tuna or black bean-corn patties. Having a hard time choosing? You can’t go wrong with The Goodnight, which features everything that’s good about a Texas burger bar: angus beef, Tillamook cheddar cheese, hickory barbeque sauce, caramelized onions, sliced jalapenos and “sassy sauce.” Add a side of Kennebec fries and a big bottle of ketchup, and you’re good to go. Is your stomach growling yet? Katey Psencik (512) 243-7505 | Hours: Sun - Thu, 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Fri - Sat, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
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801 Red River St.
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photo by Leanne Chia
It’s little wonder as to why South By Southwest trumped all other festivals in Austin this year. SXSW is a star-studded week overlapping with UT’s spring break, celebrating the best in upcoming film, technology, comedy and music. The behemoth offers volunteer opportunities for students to earn passes and discounted music wristbands for locals, giving everyone a chance to join in the fun. Celebrating its 26th year this past spring break, SXSW rolled out surprise guests like Justin Timberlake, Usher and Prince. Shantanu Banerjee
photo by Sneha Joshi
Stubb’s Bar-B-Q is more than just brisket and sauce; it’s about the music, too. Stubb’s combines a Texan’s love of tasty barbeque with great music. It all began when Christopher B. Stubblefield, or “Stubb,” moved to Lubbock, Texas and opened a restaurant serving up delicious barbeque. In the 1970s, Stubb’s was at the center of a thriving music scene. Fast-forward to today, and the popular music venue still stays true to its tradition of good food, cold beer and live music in Austin. From rock to rap music, Stubb’s outdoor concerts never disappoint. With a wide variety of concert listings, it’s easy to find something to suit your musical tastes. Elysse Alvarado (512) 480-8314 | Hours: Varies on show time
2904 Guadalupe St. 1400 S. Congress Ave.
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Buffalo Exchange brings you higher-end clothing and shoe brands for less. The thrift store isn’t selling your grandma’s sweater vest, but more along the lines of last season’s fashion. Manager Cat West said that mall labels are the store’s bread and butter — offering clothing options from Hot Topic, Chico’s, Urban Outfitters and many other places at reduced prices. Tired of your current wardrobe? Earn extra cash by taking your clothes into Buffalo Exchange and peruse the racks for some new additions. Regardless of design or season, Buffalo Exchange has something for everyone. Jackie Ruth (512) 480-9922 | Hours: Mon - Sat, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sun, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
photo by Mika Locklear
Whether you’re gifting for a fashionable 20-something (i.e. yourself) or your mom, Kendra Scott has a selection that guarantees you leave the store satisfied. Her patented Color Bar lets you to pick from 26 stones and 23 earring, necklace and ring silhouettes for a truly customized piece. Visit the sleek South Congress store for cupcakes and champagne, and walk out with your new accessory in minutes; or you can order online with her interactive design system and wait for that cheery yellow box to come in the mail. Kendra Scott is all about customer service and making sure your jewelry makes you feel unique. Mira Milla (512) 354-4737 | Hours: Mon - Sat, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Sun, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
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2246 Guadalupe St.
1000 E. 41st St.
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photo by Leanne Chia
We’re all familiar with the co-op, but few know just how many options it provides to students to make textbook affordable. With their rental, buy-back and rebate programs, few stores can give students the same low prices. The co-op has also partnered with an eBook provider to make online textbooks a more competitive option to renting. Being a university affiliate, the coop almost always has what you need for class. With online textbooks and a multitude of payment options, next time you’re at the co-op check out more than just the clothes. Shantanu Banerjee
photo by Chelsea Jackson
Every Texan’s favorite supermarket, H-E-B, has more than 315 stores throughout Texas and Mexico, including 10 in Austin. Famished Longhorns frequent the 41st Street location, which has fresh produce and tons of organic options. The knowledgeable staff is eager to help customers when it comes to tracking down specific products. From food to medications to UT paraphernalia, H-E-B has everything your healthy heart desires and proves its slogan, “Here everything’s better,” to be true. Bianca Moragne (512) 459-6513 | Hours: Daily 24 hours
(512) 476-7211 | Hours: Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Sat 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sun 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
BC’s
1000 E. 41st St.
smoke shop
liquor store
photo by Taylor Prewitt
Twin Liquors is a tradition that began in downtown Austin in the 1800s, and has spread throughout the city and Central Texas. The stores tend to cater to their individual neighborhoods, while also carrying a variety of liquors and wines. You can find Twin Liquors stores in close vicinity to campus, including Centennial Liquors, which is owned by the Twin Liquors family. Twin Liquors regularly offers deals, too, which is helpful for students on a budget. Jackie Ruth
617 W. 29th St.
photo by Sneha Joshi
Hardworking students need a way to let off some steam every once and awhile. BC Smoke Shop is the go-to for those looking to add some shiny new glass to their collection. This tiny store features a wide selection of quality glass, better suited for an art museum than a smoke shop. Many pipes are designed by local artists, and the store’s knowledgeable and attentive staff can help find the right one for you. Alex Vickery
(512) 451-7400 | Hours: Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sun closed (512) 482-0630 | Hours: Mon - Sat 10 a.m. - midnight; Sun noon - midnight
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400 Nueces St. 2821 San Jacinto Blvd.
249 W. 2nd St. 1912 S. Congress Ave.
bike shop
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photo by Leanne Chia
Langford Market offers a collection of classy, casual clothing and accessories, with a bright, whimsical inventory. The ladies at the downtown location are always ready with a smile and fashion advice, and, if you come in on Sunday, maybe even a mimosa. Prima Dora’s specialty gifts has just about everything you can think of, from accessories to hand-blown glass. Its unique selection of locally made gifts will ensure you find the perfect present. Katie Dickerson (512) 482-8500 | Hours: Mon - Thu, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fri - Sat, 10 a.m.-9p.m.; Sun, 11a.m.-7 p.m. (512) 447-4736 | Hours: Mon - Fri, 10a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sat - Sun, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
photo by Alejandro Silveyra
Started by famed biker Lance Armstrong, Mellow Johnny’s sell bicycles for “racers, commuters, fixies and fitness,” according to its Web site. It also offers professional tune-up services, parts, gear, performance apparel and showers, lockers and storage for commuters. Tied for first with Mellow Johnny’s, Clown Dog Bikes sells new and used bikes, and features both on their website so you can scope out what you need before stepping foot in the store. It offers 10 percent off additional purchases when you buy a bike, too, which comes in handy for buying helmets and bike locks — necessities for cyclists in Austin. Katey Psencik
4700 W. Guadalupe St. 3000 University Ave.
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A quick bus ride south of campus lands you in Austin’s burgeoning studenthousing spot — Riverside. University Estates offers a cheaper alternative to apartments immediately surrounding campus. To add to financial peace of mind, the per-bed leases include all bills paid options, and free cable with HBO. When you’re not hanging out in your new, furnished apartment (although unfurnished options are available), go lounge out by the resort-style pool. Abby Johnston (512) 919-8600 | Hours: Mon - Fri 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sun, noon - 5 p.m.
photo by Sneha Joshi
Longhorns love North Campus living so much that they couldn’t choose just one place. Close to campus, the Avalon Co-Op is as convenient but less pricey than West Campus apartments. House members are required to perform four to five hours of household labor per week in exchange for discounted rent. A little farther up Guadalupe, living in The Triangle means never having to leave; the apartments are stacked above some of Austin’s best retail, service and restaurant establishments. It’s just a short walk across the street to the Intramural Fields bus stop, too, which means saving money on gas and parking. Katey Psencik (512) 450-1500 | Hours: Mon, Wed, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Tue, Thurs, Fri, Sat 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sun, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
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201 Speedway 2505 Longview St.
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Opened in August 2012, Axis West Campus features state-of-the-art amenities and luxury interior finishes. The complex boasts a resort-style pool, innovated fitness studio and two tanning beds as courtesies to residents. It is also one of the few pet-friendly communities in West Campus. Don’t worry about wrangling rent, it is on a per-bed basis, so you won’t be penalized if your beloved roomie doesn’t pay rent on time. The best part? It’s just a hop and a skip away from campus. Katie Dickerson (512) 582-7281 | Hours: Mon - Fri, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sat, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sun, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
2414 Guadalupe St.
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photo by Channing Holman
West Campus Living offers a unique realty experience for students in a variety of areas and price ranges. Because it represents properties rather than peddling its own, West Campus Living can provide unbiased, expert realty advice. Appointments fill up fast with the staff, some of which are Texas Exes, so plan ahead in your apartment search. With West Campus Living, you can find a place that will fit your needs. Channing Holman (512) 588-2969 | Hours: Daily 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Jester, the biggest residence hall on campus, has it all. Hungry? Go to J2 dining hall or Jester City Limits. Sick? Jester Market will meet all your needs, from chicken soup to Nyquil. Late-night craving? Wendy’s is open until 3 a.m., and yes, they take Bevo Bucks. With a coffee shop, pizza kitchen, smoothie store and Longhorn gift store, it’s a wonder that you ever need to leave. With so many popular features, it’s hard for any other dorm on campus to compare. Shantanu Banerjee
(512) 232-1926 | Hours: varied for restaurants
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2911 S. 1st St.
615 W. MLK Blvd.
nail salon
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Jack Brown is a family-owned business that has been washing and ironing clothes since 1935. They’re known for their Wednesday specials, which feature $2.90 laundered stripe shirts, $5.35 women’s blouses, pants and skirts, and $9.99 two-piece suit and plaid dresses. Jack Brown’s March Monthly Special is 25 percent off of shoe repair, so print out a coupon and pull out your old, faithful shoes for a spring spruce up! Check online for daily specials at jackbrowncleaners.com. Channing Holman (512) 478-4621 | Hours: Mon - Fri, 7 a.m - 7 p.m.; Sat, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sun closed
Great Nails & Spa is known for its Deluxe Pedicure. Despite the ho-hum sign and lackluster strip mall location, the cozy nail salon has become a haven for those looking for an affordable and invigorating manicure and pedicure experience. This magical place, where both chatty women and men go to get hour-long foot massages accompanied by upbeat music, is always crowded, so an appointment is advisable. But even the longest of lines don’t seem so bad when you can bring your own beer or wine! The staff is friendly and attentive, and they will knead out the toughest of knots with patience during this popular pedicure. Bianca Moragne (512) 804-5228 | Hours: Mon - Sat, 9 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Sun 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
1902 S. Congress Ave. 2007 Guadalupe St.
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Birds Barbershop provides both affordable and stylish haircuts to men and women. Founded in 2006 by two childhood friends, Birds has expanded to five locations around Austin. While you’re waiting for your makeover, grab a free beer and play some arcade games like Crystal Castles and Pacman. Haircuts range in price from the men’s buzzcut at $15 to $50 or more for color and styling. Walk-ins are welcome but bike-ins are desired — ride your bike to Bird’s and get a free hair wash! Elysse Alvarado (512) 445-0500 | Hours: Mon - Fri, 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Sat, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Sun, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Check the website for more locations: www.birdsbarbershop.com
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Spring has sprung, and if you’ve been spending too much time in the PCL preparing for midterms, your legs are probably looking pretty pasty in shorts if they haven’t seen the light of day since November. Head on over to Darque Tan, and they’ll set you up with a cheap, quality tanning package that ensures complete satisfaction. With a number of tanning beds with varying heat levels, they tailor each package toward your current skin tone and your desired tan intensity. Packages start at $30 per month, a relatively affordable fee for students. They also offer sunless tanning packages if you’re cancer-wary. Katey Psencik
(512) 499-8266 | Hours: Mon - Sat, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sun, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
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905 E. 41st St.
3511 Guadalupe St.
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Bird’s Barbershop specializes in a variety of cuts at low prices. The close-tocampus shop accepts walk-ins and Bevo Bucks, in case your cash flow is a slightly limited. The shop has multiple locations for off-campus residents, too, including Burnet, South Lamar, East Sixth and South Congress. If you bike to the shop, stylists will give you a free cut just for being environmentally friendly. Stop in to see what cuts suit you the best, like the shortcut or buzz cut. Channing Holman (512) 492-8400 | Hours: Mon - Fri, 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Sat, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Sun, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Only in Austin could a business called Groovy Lube be a premier mechanic shop, but hey, we like to keep it weird. Don’t let the name fool you, the mechanics at Groovy Lube take pride in their fair prices and quality work. Started in 1993, the business has grown to four locations in the Austin area, which all act as full service automotive repair shops. Whether you need a simple oil change or a complicated brake fix, the Groovy Lube team has you covered. Abby Johnston
(512) 275-0535 | Hours: Mon - Fri, 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sat, 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.; closed Sun
700 S. Lamar Blvd.
3120 Guadalupe St.
tailor
car wash
photo by Channing Holman photo by Taylor Prewitt
During Round-up weekend or a downtown outing, there’s always that one friend who has too much to drink and gets sick in the car. Maybe one of the reasons why UT students picked Arbor Car Wash as the best is because the staff will clean that up, whether it’s on the inside or out. Not only will they save you from tossing your own cookies, but if you show them your UT ID, they’ll give you a $3 to $5 discount on the wash. Keep your eyes peeled, because Arbor runs specials and coupons tailored to UT students in various campus booklets. Ali Killian (512) 451-2696 | Hours: Daily 8 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Home of express alterations, Ace Tailor offers experienced tailors of over 20 years for low prices. Stop in to Ace Tailor before graduation, the next job fair or anytime you need a piece of ill-fitting clothing from the past or present fit, altered and cut. Ace Tailor offers 15 percent off for customers during the month of April. Sign up for the coupon in-store or grab one from the surrounding boutiques. Channing Holman (512) 732-2231| Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Sat, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.; closed Sun
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Honorable mention
25 Best Beer/Games Bar:
Best Vintage Clothing:
Which Wich 2348 Guadalupe (512) 478-9424 Customized sandwiches.
Pluckers 2222 Rio Grande St. (512) 469-9464 Welcoming all trivia buffs.
Cream 2532 Guadalupe St. (512) 474-8787 Now Leighelena
Here are other noteworthy businesses that you told us you loved.
Jimmy John’s 601 W. MLK Blvd. (512) 478-3111 Freaky fast delivery.
Kung Fu Saloon 510 Rio Grande St. (512) 469-0901 Arcade games while you drink? Yes, please.
Goodwill 836 Airport Blvd. (512) 389-3277 You know what they say: trash to treasure.
Best Happy Hour:
Best Italian Food:
Best Breakfast:
Best Coffeehouse:
Best Jewelry:
Mandola’s 4700 W. Guadalupe (512) 419-9700 Do a bit of light grocery shopping after you eat!
Juan in a Million 2300 E. Cesar Chavez (512) 472-3872 Try the gigantic Don Juan
Epoch 211 W. North Loop Blvd. (512) 454-3762 Lots of coveted power outlets
James Avery 2900 W. Anderson (512)452-4237 Sterling charms by the dozen
Mozart’s 3825 Lake Austin Blvd. (512) 477-2900 Home of the bottomless coffee
Tiffany 11601 Century Oaks (512) 835-7300 Nothing like that little blue box
Soup, salad, breadsticks, oh my!
Magnolia Cafe 1920 S. Congress Ave. (512) 445-0000 Tasty breakfast, lunch and dinner, 24/7
Best Mexican Food:
Best Food Truck:
Best Grocery Store:
Gourdough’s 1503 S. 1st St. (512) 707- 1050 Now a brick and mortar, too!
Best Vegetarian:
Best Burger:
Chuy’s 1728 Barton Springs (512) 474-4452 Creamy ranch dip is to die for.
P. Terry’s 3303 N. Lamar (512) 371-9975 Delicious veggie burger, too!
Whole Foods 550 Bowie St. (512) 477-4455 Dine-in or shop for home
Torchy’s 2801 Guadalupe (512) 494-8226 Mix it up with the monthly taco
Hey Cupcake! 1511 S. Congress Ave. (512) 476-2253 How do you make a cupcake better? Fill it with creme.
Five Guys 3208 Guadalupe St. (512) 452-4300 Served up by the pound
Wheatsville Co-op 3101 Guadalupe (512) 478-2667 Organic, natural and locally owned
Best Asian Food:
Best Yogurt:
Best Margaritas:
888 2400 E. Oltorf (512) 448-4722 Un-pho-gettable
Juicy Tart 504 W. 24th St. (512) 468-4473 Try its tart flavors!
Chuy’s 1728 Barton Springs (512) 474-4452 Try it with the delicous queso.
Best Festival:
Best Liquor Store:
Thai Spice 2100 Guadalupe (512)482-8919 You thought Trudy’s was spicy...
Swirll 2310 Guadalupe (512) 482-8668 Try all of its candy toppings!
Baby A’s 1628 Barton Springs (512) 474-8774 The purple ‘rita will put you in a haze
Kite Festival Zilker Park The open field is perfect for snag-free flying
Best BBQ
Best Pizza:
Best Chips & Salsa:
Best Music Venue:
Best Textbook Store:
Franklin 900 E. 11th St. (512)653-1187 World famous brisket.
Austin’s Pizza 2324 Guadalupe (512) 795-8888 Don’t miss the upstairs bar!
Chuy’s 1728 Barton Springs (512) 474-4452 Scoop your own while you wait
Mohawk 912 Red River (512) 587-2369 New upper decks make for a great view.
ATX Textbooks 2116 Guadalupe (512) 499-1559 Buy used, rent - save money.
Salt Lick 3600 Presidential Blvd. (512)530-2959 Bring a cooler - it’s BYOB!
Mellow Mushroom 2426 Guadalupe (512) 472-3656 Slice specials make for a great, quick lunch after class.
Trudy’s 409 W. 30th St. (512) 477-2935 Keep the red sauce comin’!
Chuy’s 1728 Barton Springs (512) 474-4452 Try the house margarita Hole in the Wall 2538 Guadalupe holeinthewallaustin.com Location, location, location!
Olive Garden 3940 S. Lamar (512) 440-0131
Best Sandwich Shop:
Mother’s 4215 Duval St. (512) 451-3994 Have a seat in the tranquil garden room Kismet 411 W. 24th St. (512)236-1811 Try the fresh Greek salad
Austin City Limits Zilker Park Now expanding to two weekends
Emo’s East 2015 E. Riverside (512) 800-4628 Reincarnation of a classic
Spec’s 5775 Airport Blvd. (512) 366-8300 Stop by for a nice cheese selection, too
Bookholders 2025 Guadalupe (512) 377-9543 Buy, sell and rent close to campus.
Best Boutique:
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Best Living - Riverside: Best Apartment The Village Locator:
Manju’s 1500 Crossing Place 2424 Guadalupe St. (512) 386-5200 (512) 474-0637 More than just game-day attire The Heights 4404 E. Oltorf (512) 912-7661
Uptown Realty 2309 Rio Grande St. (512) 651-0505 By alumni, for Longhorns
Best Bikeshop:
Best Dry Cleaning:
Peddler Bike Shop 5015 Duval St. (512) 220-6766 Attentive, helpful, cozy. University Cyclery 2901 N. Lamar Blvd. (512) 474-6696 Large selection of road, mountain and trick bikes.
Best Smokeshop: Planet K 3700 Guadalupe (512) 371-1920 No, that isn’t really bug spray. Oat Willie’s 617 W. 29th St. (512) 482-0630 Onward, thru the fog!
Best Living - West Campus:
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Best Hair Salon: The Hair Clinic 3016 Guadalupe (512) 608-4016 Hair products also available Iclips 2512 Guadalupe (512) 499-0225 Great value and super convenient
Best Tanning:
ICC Co-operative 2305 Nueces St. (512) 476-1957
Ecoclean 2915 Guadalupe (512) 236-8645 Clean and green
Aruba Tan 2707 Rio Grande St. (512) 477-3202 Pricing plans for every budget
26 West 600 W. 26th St. (512) 477-3400 Towering over West Campus
Four Sons 3001 Guadalupe (512) 477-2969 Down on the corner
Palm Beach Tan 1000 E. 41st St. (512) 533-9913 Sunless tanning and skin care products
Best Car Mechanic: Arbor Auto Works 5422 Burnet Rd. (512) 346-0152 Make an appointment online or call ahead for wait times
Best Men’s Haircut: Wooten Barber Shop 2106 Guadalupe (512) 477-0109 Shave and a hair cut Sport Clips 2525 W. Anderson Ln. (512) 374-0578 Watch ESPN while you get your hair cut
Best Nail Salon: Embellish 4615 N. Lamar Blvd. (512) 452-7465 Founded by two alumni West Campus Nails 2222 Rio Grande St. (512) 391-6250 Good prices, convenient location
Best Living - On Campus San Jacinto 309 E. 21st St. (512) 232-9050 Try Cypress Bend. Duren 2801 Guadalupe (512) 494-8226
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UT STUDENT GOVERNMENT AND RECSPORTS PRESENT
LONGHORN RUN
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8am / 10K • 8:20am / 2 Mile
Start/Finish at 21st and Speedway
Special thanks to Nike for its support of the Longhorn Run.
WWW.UTLONGHORNRUN.COM Benefitting the UT Student Government and Recreational Sports Excellence Funds.
Celebrating the faculty and staff at The University of Texas at Austin
Expert Q&A: Austin’s “bag ban” with Alexandria Bruton by Priyanka Deshpande
Longhorn Life: Reflecting upon its progress three weeks after it began, has the bag ban had its desired effects so far? Alexandria Bruton: It’s still a little early to tell, but many businesses and shoppers have made a smooth transition into the Single-Use Carryout Bag Ordinance. Austin is known for supporting a sustainable lifestyle and its residents, including business owners, are often regarded as having a great concern and care for the environment. LL: What seems to be the general opinion of the bag ban? AB: The opinion varies, but as a department we do our best to make sure the public has accurate information about the ordinance. We also have a lot of education and outreach surrounding this initiative.
On March 1, the City of Austin passed the Single-Use Carryout Bag Ordinance. Better known by locals as the “bag ban,” the ordinance prohibits most businesses from distributing disposable plastic bags to its customers. Shoppers must now carry their own reusable bags, or stores must provide thicker, reusable bags. The first legislation of its kind in Texas, the bag ban is an effort to make Austin more environmentally friendly and sustainable. However, the statute is not without controversy. On March 20, state representatives held an Urban Affairs Committee hearing to review the decision made by the city council. Many legislators declared that the bag ban imposed on citizens’ freedom. Alexandria Bruton of Austin Resource Recovery, which manages the initiative, offers insight into the progress made in the ordinance’s first month.
LL: Some citizens are very outspoken about their opposition to the ban. What has the city and the Austin Resource Recovery done to increase support for the initiative? AB: If a resident or business has a concern about the ordinance, we do our best to answer any questions and resolve any issues they may have. We have launched our Bring It Austin campaign and the accompanying website. We also launched a number of education and outreach efforts, which include helping businesses create proper signage, hosting educational workshops and engaging the community through events and reusable bag giveaways. Many Austinites are already in the habit of bringing bags with them when going to the grocery store. For those who don’t, remembering to bring them wherever they shop may take some adjusting. To make this transition easier, the city has held training sessions for retailers, and is engaging in a broad education and outreach effort to let the community know about the new standards.
businesses and residents adjust to the new rules. In the first year of implementation, our goal will be to educate businesses and serve as a resource for them to help with compliance.
LL: What improvements or modifications to the present ordinance might the city make to make it more effective? AB: Currently there are no plans to modify the ordinance.
LL: How has this bag ban contributed to Austin’s goal to be a Zero Waste City? AB: The City of Austin is committed to reaching zero waste by 2040, which means reducing the amount of waste sent to area landfills by 90 percent. The Single-Use Carryout Bag Ordinance replaces bags that can be used only a limited number of times with durable, reusable bags. The goal is to reduce the number of single-use bags distributed over time. This shift not only helps reduce waste and litter, but it also helps residents transition to more reusable, sustainable options. As a zero waste community, the city supports reducing and reusing first, and then recycling and composting.
LL: What other resource recovery initiatives do you hope to see in Austin’s future? AB: The city has many resource recovery initiatives planned for the future. Details on our Master Plan, which sets the stage for the Department’s programs and services for the next 30 years and beyond, can be found [online]. Some initiatives include adding additional materials to the Single Stream Recycling program, and our Curbside Organics Collection Pilot.
For more information on the Master Plan, go to http://www. austintexas.gov/department/austin-resource-recovery-master-plan-documents
LL: Has the city seen any problems with the implementation of the bag ban yet? AB: We’ve had no problems with the implementation. As with any new ordinance, there is a period of transition where
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things I’ve learned… compiled by Priyanka Deshpande
Dr. Regina Wilson Hughes
Business At UT [21 years]
Dr. Noel Bridget Busch-Armendariz Social work At UT [13 years]
Dr. Peter M. Ward Sociology and public affairs At UT [22 years]
1. A full appreciation of student diversity and how to teach to that diversity. 2. The terrific opportunities to build graduate training and student participation as RAs into my own research. 3. The amazing breadth and depth of faculty research across most disciplines. 4. An affinity for Longhorn football, and I’m a Brit. 5. That it is better to work with the horrendous bureaucracy and red tape that exists at UT-A, rather than to confront it! Full compliance (albeit tedious) is the better part of valor.
1. We have the brightest students in the world! 2. I love watching and supporting our student athletes, and as a very pregnant woman attending events, I was eligible for priority seating! Congratulations to the NCAA national champions in women’s volleyball; you had a fantastic end to this season! We’ve had reserved seats for about a decade! 3. Matthew McConaughey really does love the Longhorns. 4. A three-year-old can learn the words to “The Eyes of Texas”: my son, Daniel is the example. 5. It’s true — what starts here changes the world!
1. I teach a signature class called Grey is Good for UT freshman. I absolutely love the whole freshman experience, and I get to relive it every fall. Freshmen are just that — fresh brains and minds, ready to tackle the world. They teach me as much as I teach them. 2. Since I did not graduate from UT, I don’t automatically bleed orange. Many times I respond, “Go paycheck!” in hopes of maintaining and not betraying my own alma mater school spirit, while endorsing the unlimited potential of the UT campus. 3. I also teach graduating seniors in finance at the McCombs School. Each semester, I help to hone another group of educated, polished and thoughtful new entrants into the world of work. A few each year will keep in touch; that is one of the best reasons to be a teacher. When I hear how something they learned in my class helped them out on the job, I smile from the inside out. 4. The Business Foundations Program is the bestkept secret on campus. Everybody needs a little bit of business. I mean really, where will you end up with any degree? At a B-U-S-I-N-E-S-S! 5. I like 8 a.m. classes, football games, great friends and colleagues. As Guy Clark says, “Always trust your cape.”
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Meet the... Vice president and Chief Financial Officer at UT by Shantanu Banerjee | photo by Alejandro Silveyra
Longhorn Life: What are your responsibilities? Kevin Hegarty: Functionally, I am responsible for university accounting, budgets, procurement, treasury, real estate, business contracts, historically underutilized business initiatives, information security, information quest data warehouse initiative and information technology services. But as a vice president, I am also responsible for advising and assisting the president in all university matters.
LL: What is a typical day on the job?
Kevin Hegarty
Kevin Hegarty is responsible for the university’s financial affairs. He serves as financial controller, certifies sources of revenue as well as expenditures, and manages UT’s reserves and balances. Recently, President Powers has given a group of 13 leaders the responsibility of providing recommendations to UT for bringing better business practices to the university. The Committee on Business Productivity, submits their recommendations for the CFO’s approval.
NM: KH: My workday begins at 6:30 a.m., and I try to head home around 5:30 p.m., but often times there are after-hour university events that run into the night. I do not like routine, so I try to mix it up to avoid it as much as I can. I purposefully get involved in a wide variety of campus matters, which adds to my daily diversity of job activities.
LL: What do you consider the best part of your job and why? KH: I work with many of the brightest minds on the planet, whether faculty, staff or students. I love the energy of working in a young environment. The best part of my job is when I have the opportunity to work side-by-side with these folks, because it keeps me in touch with what this place is all about.
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LL: What is the significance of the recommendations made by the president’s Committee on Business Productivity? KH: At its core, the recommendations are about changing the model for delivering administrative and business services to the campus to free up money to reinvest in the university’s core mission of teaching and research, which also helps keep a UT Austin education affordable. Regardless of the economic circumstances, the public, students and their parents expect the university to run its administrative and business operations as efficiently as any best-in-class private company.
LL: What recommendations by the committee do you see being implemented? KH: As the president has stated, the implementation of a high-quality, shared services approach to finance, procurement, information technology and human resource processing is a “no-brainer.” This can and should happen at UT Austin, but doing so will require thoughtful collaboration with many across campus. All of the other recommendations require much study and consideration by a wide range of experts and interested campus constituents. It is difficult to say at this time what will ultimately be done regarding each recommendation, but I can tell you that there is no proposal from the campus at this time to increase parking and food rates or outsource jobs to the commercial markets.
LL: How do potentially unpopular proposed changes play a role in your decision-making? For example, the recommendation to increase food prices every year by 7.5 percent for the next decade. KH: Students are very important constituents on our campus, so involvement of student leadership is vital. But, I accept that it is not possible to please everyone when it comes to change. I find that most people who disagree with something will accept it, as long as they feel they have a voice in the decision and are truly given the opportunity to influence it.
LL: Why or how did you choose this career? KH: I have two degrees in accounting from UT Austin. I began my career in public accounting, even though I knew I ultimately wanted to be involved in business in some way. I spent my first 22 years in corporate America; the last five were at Dell. I was the CFO of Dell financial services with no plans to leave when I received a call from a friend to tell me that UT was recruiting a new CFO. My first thought was “Why would I do that?” After discussing it with my wife, also a UT alumna, we decided I was ready for a new and different career adventure. I have now been at the university for 11 years, and they’ve been the best years of my career.
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BEHIND THE SCENES at the BLANTON MUSEUM
by Elysse Alvarado photos by Chelsea Jackson
Blanton’s] goal is always to create thought-provoking, Do you ever want to get away from the hustle and May 19. Samantha Youngblood, a UT alumnus and the public visually arresting, and personally moving encounters bustle of campus life? Located just seconds away from the Perry Casteñeda Library on the edge of campus, the relations and marketing manager of the Blanton, said with art for our university and Central Texas audiences.” Admission is free for UT students, faculty and staff Blanton Museum of Art is the perfect escape from lec- the exhibit offers museumgoers an amazing opportuniture halls and study groups. ty to see rare and beautiful works by major artists such with their UT ID. In order to analyze art like a profesThis renowned gem is one of the foremost university as Claude Monet, Georgia O’Keefe and Picasso. sional, Crossman suggests spending some time looking A surprising detail about this exhibition is that the art closely at a single work of art. art museums in the nation, and possesses the largest “Don’t be in a hurry,” she said. public collection in Central Texas. “Think deeply about what intrigues you or what you find challenging. If it’s a portrait or “Think deeply about what intrigues you or what you find challenging. “We are recogfigurative work, imagine what the person pictured might be thinking or feeling.” nized for our modern If it’s a portrait or figurative work, imagine what the person pictured and contemporary American and Latin American art, Italian Renaissance pieces on display come directly from the personal col- might be thinking or feeling.” Whether you are new to the art world or a seasoned and baroque paintings, and encyclopedic collection of lections of UT alumni from across the country. prints and drawings,” said Collette Crossman, curator of Developing an exhibition is a collaborative process visitor, the Blanton is the perfect place to unwind from a exhibitions at the museum. from start to finish, involving input and hard work from hectic campus lifestyle. Crossman oversees all aspects of exhibition planning a wide cross-section of museum staff, Crossman said. and production. One of the most recent exhibitions she “We also frequently consult with professors at UT, helped create, Through the Eyes of Texas: Masterworks and take into consideration how potential exhibitions from Alumni Collections, is currently on display until might serve the university curriculum,” she said. “[The
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