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All in: The SMU queer community shines at House of Cards Prom

Adriana Rao, Layout and Design Editor
April 2, 2026
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SMU students mingle at the check-in table at Sage's House of Cards Prom in the Hughes-Trigg Student Center Varsity on Wednesday April 1, 2026.
Adriana Rao
SMU students mingle at the check-in table at Sage's House of Cards Prom in the Hughes-Trigg Student Center Varsity on April 1, 2026.

Editor’s Note: This story has been updated to remove two photos to maintain source safety and privacy.

Sage, SMU’s vibrant LGBTQ+ student group, transformed the Hughes-Trigg Student Center Varsity into a playful House of Cards-themed Prom on Wednesday, April 1. Take a look at these unforgettable photo highlights

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Adriana Rao
Adriana Rao, Layout and Design Editor
As layout and design editor of The Daily Campus, Adriana oversees the visual presentation and creative direction of each issue. She designs the page layout, selects photos and ensures the final product reflects the stories and spirit of the SMU community. Adriana is a senior majoring in english and journalism with a minor in history. Her favorite part about the DC is the community.