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Hilltop Views
The Student News Site of St. Edward's University

Hilltop Views
The Student News Site of St. Edward's University

Hilltop Views
“I think even if I'm voting for the losing party, I made an impact by going to vote in the first place,” biochemistry junior Andrea Joglar said. “There is a point to democracy, and this is what it is. You can only participate in democracy if you go vote.”

Hilltoppers’ reaction to 2024 US election results

Gabrielle Caumon and Bruno Echt Fusaro
November 7, 2024
“I hope students walked away feeling they have a voice in political elections, and that they are able to express that voice and participate in different political spheres within the community,” senior Tanner Rodriguez, student coordinator of the event, said.

Civics Lab hosts election night watch party to civically engage students

Raveena Devjee, Intern
November 7, 2024
“Get out there and vote,” Westfall said. “Make sure your vote is educated and that you align with the beliefs of the person you are voting for. Just think about the impact that vote could have. It might seem arbitrary or minuscule, but at the end of the day, it’s the least you can do.”

A lot on the line in upcoming presidential election, students say

Gabrielle Caumon, Life & Arts Editor
October 29, 2024
Vice President of Student Affairs and Administration Lisa Kirkpatrick, Ph.D., (left) with SGA President Mikayla Pastrano by the foliage outside Main Building on campus. The two have worked together to emphasize the importance of voting, and how to become registered to vote on campus.

Voting polls on campus allows students to be involved in upcoming 2024 presidential election

Raveena Devjee, Intern
September 23, 2024
In the fall spirit, Texas Rising offers treats for students interested in voter registration.

Texas Rising at SEU hosts voter registration drive, educates students on upcoming election

Ariel Harper, Reporter
October 19, 2023
Early voting ends Nov. 4 and election day is Nov. 8. The recreation center is open for voting every day until 6 p.m.

A Hilltoppers guide to Travis County Elections

Claire Lawrence, Editor-in-Chief
November 2, 2022
Mayoral candidate Kirk Watson introduces himself to attendees of the forum.

Two mayoral candidates visit the hilltop amidst election season

Melissa Gunning, Staff Writer
November 1, 2022
Republican DA candidate Martin Harry joins HV for a Q & A days before Election Day. Martin Harry is running against José Garza.

Hilltoppers Vote: Q&A with Travis County District Attorney candidate Martin Harry

Nina Martinez, News Editor
November 2, 2020
St. Edward's students shared the issues they care most about. Racial equality and environmental issues are the two topics Hilltoppers want to see candidates address.

Hilltoppers Vote: Overview of Student Agenda results, electoral candidates’ plans for prevalent issues

Nina Martinez and Katya Melchor
October 28, 2020
Before campaigning, Garza served on the staff team for the Workers Defense Project (WDP). WDP is a non-porift that empowers low-income workers to achieve fair employment.

Hilltoppers Vote: Q&A with Travis County District Attorney candidate José Garza

Leidy Jaimes, Reporter
October 27, 2020
Democratic candidate yard signs line streets in south Austin. Early voting continues through Friday, Oct. 30.

Travis County breaks voter registration record, sees surge of early voters

Gianni Zorrilla, Editor-in-Chief
October 20, 2020
Professor Jena Heath in the White House Press Briefing Room in 2000. Jena Heath is an associate professor in the School of Arts and Humanities at St. Edward's University.

Journalism professor reflects on past election coverage, offers retrospective view on today’s reporting

Claire Lawrence, Reporter
October 20, 2020
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