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The Student News Site of St. Edward's University

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

Hilltop Views
At the event, students, faculty and other attendees were encouraged to ask Wehle questions they have about democracy, politics and American government. Like other Kozmetsky events, those asking questions are incentivized with free gifts as well as the opportunity to talk to subject experts.

Kozmetsky hosts author, professor, attorney to speak on Constitution

Tate Burchfield, Viewpoints Editor
October 24, 2024
The senators gather for their weekly meeting in the St. André Multipurpose Room on Wednesdays at 7 p.m.

Weekly SGA senate brief: Oct. 16, 2024

Magnolia Westfall, Reporter
October 24, 2024
Amy Concilio, Ph.D., (left) Desiree Lugo-Marquez and Margaux Ordeveza collect soil samples from a covered sample site intended to simulate extreme drought conditions for the grasses being studied.

St. Edward’s University students break ground on restoring the Texas Hill Country through ecological research

Julia Klein, Reporter
October 21, 2024
Kozmetsky Intern Grace Hosek and Jackeline “Jackey” Guajardo working together to register event attendees to vote. The event’s positioning sought to attract those passing by as well as those who had previous knowledge of the panel.

Bipartisan panel seeks to inform students, St. Edward’s community on voting

Tate Burchfield and Emma Sutton
October 21, 2024
The Student Government Association held their first Senate Meeting of the year, happening every Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the St. Andre Multipurpose Room.

Weekly SGA senate brief: Oct. 9, 2024

Magnolia Westfall, Reporter
October 16, 2024
Community members hold a banner reading “Free Palestine, end the siege on Gaza” on the steps of Austin City Hall while listening to fellow community members give speeches and sing songs to celebrate the resilience of Palestine, while simultaneously protesting the ongoing attacks occurring in Gaza.

International Day of Action: Austinites stand in protest for one year of resistance

Nik Machado, Reporter
October 9, 2024
A vibrant display of Cherokee heirloom corn, showcasing a variety of colors and textures. These kernels, cultivated on campus, are part of a larger effort to preserve indigenous agricultural traditions and promote biodiversity.

Ancient seeds, new roots: Cherokee corn thrives at St. Edward’s University’s food forest

Nicole Williams Quezada, Reporter
October 7, 2024
Each speaker brought a different perspective of expertise to the discussion. Panelist Bob Libel’s focus was on the importance of civil and human rights advocacy regarding the topic.

Panelists voice awareness, advocacy for immigration justice

Zemira Recio, Staff Writer
October 3, 2024
Protesters stand before the steps of City Hall, listening to organizers and guest speakers give first-hand accounts of the tragic effects of political violence in the Middle East.

Austinites assemble at City Hall to protest in solidarity with attacks in Lebanon and Gaza

Nik Machado, Reporter
September 27, 2024
Erica Vela (left), Cressida Rodriguez, Christy Carpenter, Jaycei Scott, Isabella Bardos and Assistant Professor of Practice Public Relations Nancy Salisbury after a Q&A held by Liz Carpenter’s daughter and director of the documentary. Around 30 students and members outside of the St. Edward's community attended the screening.

Documentary about Texas political and public relations trailblazer Liz Carpenter’s life screened at St. Edward’s University

Magnolia Westfall, Reporter
September 26, 2024
St. Edward’s Student Government Association senate candidates took turns explaining their platforms for candidacy. After voting closes on Sept. 25, the candidates will be senator-elect until the official induction on Oct. 2.

SGA holds senator debates with six candidates presenting their platforms and initiatives

Magnolia Westfall, Reporter
September 25, 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
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