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Rollin Joe’s is a new coffee spot opening this fall in University Park, replacing the long-standing New York Sub. Owners are excited to introduce their concept to the SMU community. But, it’s not meant to be an ordinary cafe. Instead, they plan to stay open until 10 p.m., have rotating DJ performers and create a...
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SMU remained undefeated at home Thursday night, tying Virginia Tech 1-1 at Washburne Stadium to keep its winning streak alive. The run is the program’s longest unbeaten streak at home in a single season since 2004. It was a physical, high-pressure game from both sides, and Virginia Tech came out pushing. In the 11th minute,...
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The first lecture of the year kicked the Tate series off with a conversation between Political columnist and Pulitzer-winning author Anne Applebaum and Pulitzer-winning political commentator and author Dr. George Will, moderated by CNN’s Fareed Zakaria on U.S. and global politics. The lecture was held in front of a full house, with tickets being sold...
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With one month until the midterm elections, Americans must confront a deeply divided political system and growing ideological tensions. College students remain uniquely positioned to explore, rather than avoid, this political reality. That opportunity is worth preserving now more than ever. Students living away from home for the first time experience many ne
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After starting the season ranked No. 16 in the country, the Mustangs head into the bye week ranked No. 24 with a 4-1 record. While the season hasn’t been the smoothest so far, SMU controls its own destiny for the ACC championship. The Mustangs will need to regroup and refocus after their first three ACC...
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No. 6 SMU volleyball shattered a three-year winning streak on Wednesday, delivering No. 2 Pittsburgh its first loss at home since 2023. The Mustangs beat the previously unbeaten Panthers team 3-1 on Wednesday, Oct. 7, improving their record to 13-2 overall and 5-0 in ACC play. The victory marked Pitt’s first home loss since Sept....
SMU Look
Snider Plaza’s newest coffee shop describes itself as “a neighborhood stop for thoughtful coffee, quiet details, and a better daily ritual.” But you only need three words to understand what Kilo Coffee is all about: thoughtful, detailed and better. The shop is thoughtful in its precision, using careful measurements to keep drinks consistent. It pays...
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Dressed in typical SMU fashion, Beckett Potter sports white pants, an SMU-embroidered belt and a navy blue Ralph Lauren button-down. He speaks with eloquence about his passions for the piano, aerospace engineering, the opera and much more. At 14, Potter entered SMU with a diploma – however, his credentials entail an Associate of Science Degree...
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In the midst of planning a celebratory event for the 50th anniversary of SMU’s music therapy major, students received an email saying that the event had been officially canceled by SMU. “Please accept this message as a notification that the August 28 celebration of 50 years of Music Therapy at SMU is postponed until further...
SMU Look
Fall fashion is in full swing – well, at least it should be. It’s after Labor Day, but Dallas is still pushing 100 degrees, which begs the question: What do you wear? While everyone else is pulling out sweaters and boots, Dallas girls are finding ways to make fall trends work without sweating through their...
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SMU’s defense led the charge in a 25-16 win over Boston College, dominating the line of scrimmage with 13 tackles for loss and five sacks on Saturday, Oct. 3. Defensive end Marques White tallied three sacks and seven tackles, and safety Jarvis Lee Jr. added nine tackles including 1.5 tackles for loss of his own....
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Kappa Alpha Theta is officially back at SMU, welcoming a new group of members Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, after being off campus for five years. Theta welcomed 126 new members last week. The front lawn of the Dedman Sciences building, across from the Theta house, was decked out in black and gold as alumnae parents...
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When I think back on my childhood, I have vivid memories of sitting on my grandmother’s couch and watching Dancing with the Stars with her. The show premiered in 2005 and is as old as I am, now in its 35th season. Growing up, I always thought of it as an old-lady show filled with...
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As the fall semester kicks into full swing, no one has time to wrestle with their closet. I’ve found this to be a constant issue. Whether getting ready for class, going out, or heading to the Boulevard, I always feel bored with my closet. Last week I stood in front of my closet packed with...
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Family weekend at SMU is a tradition filled with school spirit, giving students the chance to share Dallas, the SMU campus and the iconic Boulevard with their loved ones. This year, the weekend will also mark the launch of Lucchese’s new partnership with SMU athletics, bringing one of Texas’ most storied Western brands directly to...
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On Sept. 18, the SMU Fashion Law Club held its inaugural meeting, a discussion on fashion entrepreneurship and professional wardrobe building featuring Sarah LaFleur, founder and CEO of M.M. LaFleur. Held in the Pederson Studio in the journalism department in the Umphrey Lee Center, the event was small and intimate, allowing attendees to hear LaFleur’s...
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By Mythili Reddibathini Walk into any Sephora or open TikTok, and you’ll be met with a wall of serums, each with louder messaging than the last: “fully natural,” “clean beauty,” “free from synthetics.” The language of skin care has shifted from “What does this do for my face?” to “What do the products I...
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