The Student News Site of St. Edward's University

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

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

Hilltop Views
College students are juggling screen time between one, two, even three hour classes, work and extracurriculars. As students' days are booked for hours on Zoom calls, they struggle to find time for themselves.

Students endure academic burnout as virtual learning continues, struggle to balance course loads, work

Jazmin Velasquez, Staff Writer
November 19, 2020
Most nights during the pandemic, Austin's Sixth Street has had far less crowds. On Halloween night, the crowds came out, and while they wore masks, failed to social distance.

Scary sights on Sixth Street this Halloween as crowds failed to follow social distancing

Sierra Rozen, Life & Arts Editor
November 11, 2020
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 University offers a major and minor in social work through the School of Behavioral and Social Science. The school prepares students to work with people from all walks of life.

Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council quickly rescinds board ruling to turn away LGBTQ+, disabled Texans

Sierra Rozen, Life and Arts Editor
October 29, 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
Sheriff Sally Hernandez studied criminal justice at St. Edward’s Univeristy. She is currently campaigning for her reelection as Travis County Sheriff.

Hilltoppers Vote: SEU alumna Sheriff Sally Hernandez discusses reelection campaign

Esther Heymans, Reporter
October 27, 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
Kate D'Agostino (middle) leads the Daring to Dialogue group. D'Agostino founded the group in hopes of sparking deeper conversations.

Students encouraged to ‘Dare to Dialogue,’ dig deeper in support of each other

George Murray, Sports Editor
October 27, 2020

Hilltoppers Vote: Voter’s Guide for 2020 Election Season

News Team
October 26, 2020
Early voting looked a little different this election season. To promote safety, voters must wear masks, social distance and are given a finger cover or stylist at the polls.

SEU students share early voting experiences, tips for first-time voters

Krisitn Barrientos, Staff Writer
October 20, 2020
In Austin, a multitude of both Trump and Biden signs line the sidewalks. Depending on the election results, Texas may turn to a blue state or remain red.

Voter turnout will determine if Texas goes blue for the first time in 44 years

Tyler Hotz, Staff Writer
October 19, 2020
Early voting polls open at 7am and close at 7pm. All site4s are required to practice social distancing guidelines and all voters must wear a mask.

Everything you need to know about early voting this election season

Kristin Barrientos, Staff Writer
October 13, 2020
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