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Special Report: SMU Archives Reveal Painful Past

Quevedo named women’s swimming and diving coach

SMU equestrian captures first national championship

Alex Alarcón, Faith Bombito win runoff elections for student body president and vice president

SMU student injured after getting hit by motor vehicle on campus

SMU unveils 2023 football schedule in revamped AAC

SMU lights up Moody Coliseum in win vs ECU

Parents from Anti-Hazing Coalition speak to SMU Greek community as yet another organization faces hazing allegations

Former Mustangs set to face off in Super Bowl LVII

Muslim Student Association holding donation drive for Turkey and Syria earthquake survivors

Sunday, May 28, 2023

Author: Caitlin Williamson

REFLECTION: Coping with Corona in the Family
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REFLECTION: Coping with Corona in the Family

Caitlin Williamson April 23, 2020

When her grandma tested positive for the coronavirus at 78-years-old, Caitlin Williamson’s world was suddenly filled with fear and uncertainty. Read about how her family’s struggle has brought them together, even when they’re forced to be apart.

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SMU Junior Moves On to Regional Pageant with AKA Sorority Chapter
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SMU Junior Moves On to Regional Pageant with AKA Sorority Chapter

Caitlin Williamson February 28, 2020

Lexxi Clinton hopes to bring home the crown for SMU’s AKA chapter.

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The Service House is SMU’s hidden gem
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The Service House is SMU’s hidden gem

Caitlin Williamson February 14, 2020

Learn more about one of SMU’s most unique living opportunities.

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5 Ways to Give Back This Holiday Season
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5 Ways to Give Back This Holiday Season

Caitlin Williamson December 9, 2019

As the holiday season approaches and you find yourself wanting to give back, here are some organizations to keep in mind this December.

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Make a Chain Reaction at This Year’s Heroes Week
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Make a Chain Reaction at This Year’s Heroes Week

Caitlin Williamson November 18, 2019

Mustang Heroes, SMU’s largest community service organization, is hosting its annual Heroes Week from Monday, November 18 to Friday, November 22.

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SMU Dance Marathon Fundraises for Children’s Health with Celebrity Guest
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SMU Dance Marathon Fundraises for Children’s Health with Celebrity Guest

Caitlin Williamson November 5, 2019

SMU students got their groove on for six hours Saturday while raising money to support Dallas’s local pediatric hospital, Children’s Health. Plus, a celebrity guest makes an appearance.

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5 Places for Students to Volunteer in Dallas
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5 Places for Students to Volunteer in Dallas

Caitlin Williamson October 8, 2019

Calling all Mustangs! Here’s how you can give back to the Dallas community.

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5 Reasons to Join the FAIR Care Project
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5 Reasons to Join the FAIR Care Project

Caitlin Williamson September 13, 2019

Learn about a student-led group making a meaningful difference for underprivileged women in the Dallas community.

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Mr. and Ms. SMU Bodybuilding Competition flexes its muscles
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Mr. and Ms. SMU Bodybuilding Competition flexes its muscles

Caitlin Williamson April 11, 2019

Spray tans, Speedos, and slabs of muscle filled the Hughes-Trigg Theater on April 5 as SMU students competed in the annual Mr. and Ms. SMU Bodybuilding Competition.

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SMU Best Buddies celebrates Valentine’s Day with candy bingo
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SMU Best Buddies celebrates Valentine’s Day with candy bingo

Caitlin Williamson February 15, 2019

Best Buddies unites SMU students with buddies over candy bingo and fun conversation.

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At the main entrance of SMU’s Dedman Center, the At the main entrance of SMU’s Dedman Center, the harmonious whirl of a blender quickly overshadows the steel symphony of metal doors slamming shut. The pleasant aroma of strawberries fills the air as herds of students patiently wait for their orders. 

Shake Smart, a healthy shake shop, is the newest addition to SMU’s vast array of on-campus eateries. The shop opened in January 2023 and is located in Dedman Center, SMU’s gym. 

Because this location is well out of the way of the student majority, businesses that land in Shake Smart’s space tend to cycle through every few years. 

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Early in the morning, a potent earthy aroma circle Early in the morning, a potent earthy aroma circles a quaint space. Nishiki Sugawara-Beda slowly dips her intricately decorated sumi stick into the puddle of water that rests on a stone. 

A dark tint engulfs the stone as the top of the sumi stick melts into the water. The sumi stick, made with soot and animal glue, turns into ink when combined with a liquid. 

The Southern Methodist University art professor teaches painting, drawing and observation. As a Japanese American visual artist, she explores topics about culture and spirituality while using ancient Japanese materials, such as East Asian sumi ink. 

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Ice cream, fried pies, oh my! SMU students take a Ice cream, fried pies, oh my! SMU students take a break before finals

SMU’s Upper Division Housing planned and set up a “Block Out the Stress” event on Tuesday on Dallas Hall Lawn. 

The event features activities such as painting, coloring, frisbee and more. 

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