Rebecca Hsu

6 days ago | ntdaily.com | Rebecca Hsu

Cameron Smith, now a freelance creator and Denton resident, was once put in handcuffs for making a film in a Denton gas station. Nearly 15 years ago, he and a group of friends were filming a robbery comedy when police thought the scene was a real crime. Officers arrived with guns drawn and arrested them immediately until the group explained they were filming. Smith attended the university from 2008 to 2010 and has returned to Denton often over the years for work.

3 weeks ago | ntdaily.com | Rebecca Hsu

On the opening day of the UNT Community Garden’s new location, students, faculty and staff came together to tend to the plants. Some watered them and loosened the soil, while others focused on seeding and transplanting. UNT Community Garden, a student-led project dedicated to growing food organically and promoting environmental education, recently moved from the west side of Legends Hall to the south side of Crumley Hall and held its grand opening on March 22.

1 month ago | ntdaily.com | Rebecca Hsu

Inspired by a true story, director and Army veteran Kyle Hausmann-Stokes created a dark comedy film, “My Dead Friend Zoe,” centered on veterans’ lives after the army. It is not only a story of healing but also a call for attention to the issue of veteran post-traumatic stress disorder. The film's comedic approach to a heavy story is refreshing and conveys a significant message, but the storytelling falls short.

1 month ago | ntdaily.com | Rebecca Hsu

Colorful paintings, paper-cutting collages, comics and three-dimensional pieces stood on display inside the gallery, each telling a unique story created by members of The Art Room. The nonprofit, which is dedicated to supporting individuals with mental health issues in exploring their artistic expression, hosted its third annual member exhibit at the UNT CoLab earlier this month.

1 month ago | ntdaily.com | Rebecca Hsu

A few blocks from Denton’s historic Downtown Square, people gathered for Denton Community Market’s opening day, some carrying fresh produce and treats while others relaxed at tables, enjoying live music with loved ones. Denton Community Market returned for its sixteenth year on March 1, launching a new nutrition program alongside their typical showcase of local goods featuring a wide range of products from fresh produce to handmade products.