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Why is it so cold EVERYWHERE

With the recent change in weather, I thought a lot of buildings (including my dorm) would turn on their freaking heaters, but ig NOT. It is quite literally so cold everywhere. Every single one of my classrooms are cold, including my favorite study spots. I have a class in the FAC 21, which is normally very cold, but today was especially FREEZING. I turned around in my seat to see if my classmates were also as cold as me, and I was right. A lot of people were putting their hoodies up and shivering. I was shivering for an hour and a half. I am currently sitting in the Union freezing my ass off. It hurts to type and I have a paper due tomorrow. I hope I freeze to death before I have to take my finals. Goodbye.

Edit: I’m not complaining!!! I love winter and my favorite part about it is going inside a nice, warm, and cozy building after being out in the cold.😔💔

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2024/12/03
23:56 UTC

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Why is it so COLD EVERYWHERE?!

With the change in weather, I was hoping that some of my already cold classrooms would get warmer, but I guess I was WRONG. It’s so cold….. EVERYWHERE. My dorm is freezing, literally all 5 of my classes are FREEZING, and the cold from outside isn’t helping either! All of my favorite study spots are cold asf too. Help. I wear thick jackets and everything and I’m still cold. I hope I freeze before finals. Goodbye.

2 Comments
2024/12/03
23:51 UTC

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How to sell my SEC Championship Ticket

I’ve got two exams on Monday and will not be able to go to the game. Anyone know if we will be able to sell SEC championship tickets on seatgeek like the other away games? Also wondering if anyone knows when we will get the ticket on our account

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2024/12/03
22:10 UTC

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Does anyone live at Union San Antonio? How is it?

Considering signing at union san antonio. Apart from their crazy high rates, how is the experience for those that live there?

0 Comments
2024/12/03
21:52 UTC

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Quarters Parking on 22 1/2 and Rio

Does anyone know how much the garage charges per day/hour for parking? Thinking about leaving my car there for winter break

1 Comment
2024/12/03
21:46 UTC

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Research Opps and Cold Emailing

Do people still cold email profs for research? I unfortunately do not have relationships with any of my professors and am starting to feel really hopeless as i am a junior now. Literally any advice for securing a position is appreciated.

3 Comments
2024/12/03
20:57 UTC

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How do student football ticket transfers work?

I am not a ut student but was offered a student ticket for the game this weekend from my friend who had a family emergency and can no longer make it. Do I need to show a student ID? Is the ticket connected to my Apple ID? I'm also unsure of the rules surrounding student tickets and championship tickets for away games. This is a unique situation so I tried to find info online but am still unsure. Does anyone have any info on how the ticket transfer works?

2 Comments
2024/12/03
20:29 UTC

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Does the official transcript show currently enrolled courses?

I have to order an official transcript and need my currently enrolled classes for the semester to show up. Does the transcript include them?

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2024/12/03
18:20 UTC

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If you have gotten a 2400 Nueces contract recently, when did you apply?

I applied in mid September and trying to figure out if and when I will get a contract (to my knowledge contracts are handed out based on application order).

2 Comments
2024/12/03
17:15 UTC

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best way to prep for fischer (genetics) final?

are there any practice exams anywhere? ive gotten good scores on all the midterms just by going over the hw problems, but those were all open ended and basically memorization. since her final is going to be all multiple choice and completely different from the midterms im really doubtful that just looking over exams or reviewing notes/reading will actually be helpful 😭

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2024/12/03
16:31 UTC

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I'm a (Confused) New Student - Did S Waitlist Open Today?

Title. I contacted the parking people and they said that the available (non-waitlist) permits become purchasable today at 10am. Does the waitlist also start distributing offers at 10am? How exactly does this work?

4 Comments
2024/12/03
16:20 UTC

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FREE NEON SCREENING of The Seed of The Sacred Fig TOMORROW

RSVP HERE: https://forms.gle/6iwTowRmNXymBcBJ6Open to all UT students! ABOUT: The Seed of The Sacred Fig is a psychological thriller set in Iran that was shot ENTIRELY IN SECRET. Director Mohammad Rasoulof was sentenced to 8 years of prison for making the film, and fled Iran to have it screened at Cannes Film Festival, where it won the Special Jury Award. WATCH TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3P53zHCPJU

2 Comments
2024/12/03
16:16 UTC

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Open mic night at a poetry night

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2024/12/03
15:58 UTC

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looking for a gym buddy!

Hi, I’m looking for someone to go to the gym with. You can be experienced or not. I just need motivation and some help learning workouts starting in the new year. I want to get into the gym, and since Gregory is a free resource, why not take advantage?! I don’t have a gender preference; I just genuinely want someone to go with!! 🤝🏽

2 Comments
2024/12/03
15:27 UTC

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Masters with full-time job

Hello. Are there any masters program for full-time professionals in UT Austin? Anyone in the sub who can share their experience about this program? I'm looking for a masters in information science.

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2024/12/03
14:46 UTC

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Final update: had first shift as suicide hotline volunteer

(Hopefully) Final update for a while

I reached out to the sub about a month ago, not even really, about an intense episode where I was feeling suicidal. I was really thinking about it despite all the commotion on campus.

Just wanted to do one more thank you to you all for all the resources and pointers to overcome this, I’ve now made massive moves and just the past few weeks to reevaluate my life.

-got on a supply of SSRI sertraline -Cut out fast food, more veggie-based diet -started dating again, got new set of clothes -Took up more shifts of volunteering at the homeless shelter and churches helping out on evenings -Took the training and now volunteering for a suicide hotline (thx that one guy who pushed for this) -going to get my LinkedIn together and hopefully apply to the business school for a graduate program next year

My life isn’t magically peachy now lol but I am grateful, and more importantly, I’m aware now I could have more flashes of that kind of intense depression, but I’ll be more prepared now

12 Comments
2024/12/03
14:14 UTC

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Should I accept my on-ramps credit?

So I'm currently taking on-ramps and I think l'll have a B by the end of the semester. Not sure how next semester will go but I'm guessing it'll be a B or an A. I plan to major in nursing and I really don't want to retake the class. Should I accept the credit?

7 Comments
2024/12/03
13:55 UTC

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Exchange Students coming to UTAustin in Spring 2025

Hi all just tryna connect with others coming to UT next Jan for the spring semester. Trying to make some friends before I arrive.

3 Comments
2024/12/03
07:54 UTC

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Anyone taken O’brien ARE323k final?

I'm debating taking Obriens optional final to try and raise my grade but even though it's optional or can still hurt you. If anyone has taken it could you share your experience?

0 Comments
2024/12/03
07:30 UTC

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23rd and Pearl st apartment has a constant beeping noise going off?

I live in West Campus around 23rd and Pearl and I have been hearing this beeping alarm coming from some building literally nonstop for at least the past month. Anyone know what building it is coming from? And why it hasn’t stopped?

8 Comments
2024/12/03
04:42 UTC

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2024/12/03
04:16 UTC

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Why isn’t Pretzel thanking UT for not causing drama over the football weekend after other teams did?

We get scolded by president pretzel over his annoyance of students throwing water bottles at an egregious call. We all know the refs were asking for it with their standing around doing nothing bit. We also know how much that email had a “ugh you annoying peasants” vibe. I think we are at least entitled to a “thank you UT nation and football team for not getting to fights so bad that it needed pepper spray to break everything up (cough cough Michigan vs Ohio). You all deserve a happy last week of school hook em. “

Just food for thought

32 Comments
2024/12/03
03:49 UTC

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good apartment recommendations other than west campus?

Hello I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations for apartments (1x1) to live in a little bit rather than west campus.
I do have a car , however im looking for a <~15 minute drive to campus and/or ideally a bus route near by. so far i have looked into north and far west apartments but there are a lot to choose from and hope someone has had a positive experience with one that they could share.

at the moment im paying 1600 for a 2x2 in west campus, so really anything cheaper than that is perfect. thank you

2 Comments
2024/12/03
02:11 UTC

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Scholarships for OOS Applicants

I just completed the Scholarship Interest Form for first-year applicants. However, almost all of the scholarships required you to be a Texas resident. Are there any scholarship opportunities available for out-of-state applicants?

4 Comments
2024/12/03
01:59 UTC

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Is it just me or Wiseman teaches way simpler problems than what he asks in exams

Vent. Scared of the final! I feel like the guy goes over 1x2 in class and then asks for 5.7816283 x 2738.8283737 x6263637.18 in the exam. Is it just me?

4 Comments
2024/12/03
01:32 UTC

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Cadets of the School of Military Aeronautics, a forerunner of the US Air Force Academy, and part of the University of Texas during World War I. Near the front is UT's first mascot Pig Bellmont. This photo was taken at the intersection of 23rd and Speedway in Austin.

0 Comments
2024/12/03
01:16 UTC

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Final Bio 311C Fritz

If anyone has taken fritz in the past, how are her finals? She said it's going to be easier than the midterms. I'm scared about it so please let me know!

4 Comments
2024/12/03
00:40 UTC

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How to order food at Cypress Cafe

Title. So how ? I know this is kinda a dumb question since I could ask the people who work there. But, I have social anxiety and it would be really embarrassing to me. Also, went there at like 5 pm and was confused on where to like order. Any help would be appreciated.

6 Comments
2024/12/02
23:57 UTC

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UT VB in Moody when!?

Sorry if this has been discussed but it should be discussed more if anything. So many schools with great volleyball teams (LIKE OURS) have such big gyms bc why? So many people want to see them. Why in the world are there being no games (NOT EVEN THE NCAA games) played at Moody. We have an arena literally on campus and they don’t think to use it?

I get that there’s probably scheduling issues and what not but how is that not a priority?? Games being held at Greg is probably what makes people not want to go since it’s always packed as hell. It’s almost a slap in the face because do you not think we’d have a good turnout for even ONE game being held there?? Would love to hear from anyone who knows why this is the case bc it shouldn’t be…

4 Comments
2024/12/02
23:13 UTC

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