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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
All performances were socially distant and would take place after the sun went down, allowing for lights and specials to be seen on both the actors and the set.

MMNT produces in-person play festival despite ongoing pandemic

Claire Lawrence, Staff Writer
November 28, 2020
Cooper (left) and Sofia Franklyn were the original hosts of 'Call Her Daddy.' Franklyn left this year after disagreements with Barstool Sports, the owner of the podcast.

‘Call Her Daddy’ releases 100th episode amongst rampant speculation

Odett Ochoa, Sports Editor
November 17, 2020
The nominees for artist of the year are Justin Bieber (top left), Post Malone (top right), Taylor Swift, Roddy Rich and The Weeknd. The awards will broadcasted on Nov. 22.

American Music Award nominations show a disparity in category diversity

Andrea Ruiz, Staff Writer
November 16, 2020
Jenn Hassin poses with her completed work. Veterans Day is observed annually on Nov 11 and honors all who have served in the US Armed Forces.

SEU alumna, Air Force veteran this year’s Veteran’s Day Google Doodle guest artist

Gianni Zorrilla, Editor-in-Chief
November 15, 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
President Trump and Justice Amy Coney Barrett stand together on the Blue Room balcony following Justice Barrett’s swearing-in ceremony. Barrett was nominated on Sept. 26.

Amy Coney Barrett confirmed to US Supreme Court among ongoing controversey

Gianni Zorrilla, Editor-in-Chief
October 30, 2020
With students currently being able to attend in-person classes, Villa said this decision was made largely to mitigate pandemic-related risks in schools with polling locations. After AISD's decision to make Election Day a school day, these polling locations were reinstated.

AISD Makes Election Day a School Holiday: Should Others Follow Suit?

Shayna Engdahl, Reporter
October 29, 2020
If you are registered to vote in Travis County, you may cast your ballot on campus at the UFCU Alumni Gym on election day, Nov, 3, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

OurView: St. Edward’s must make Election Day holiday to improve voter turnout

Sammy Jo Cienfuegos and Ben Cardillo
October 28, 2020
Biden held a slight lead in Texas over Trump among likely voters in Texas, according to a poll released Sunday by the Dallas Morning News and the University of Texas at Tyler. On Monday, The New York Times released data showing Biden (43%) trailing behind Trump (47%).

Vote him out: Biden proves to be best choice during presidential debate

Marcelo Plata, Staff Writer
October 28, 2020
‘A Dark Wood Grew Inside of Me’ will be on display until Dec. 3 and is the first collaboration between Hammond and West. Hammonds is a professor of art, while West is an associate professor of creative writing.

St. Edward’s professors unveil collaborative exhibit discussing climate change

Shea Hildebrand, Staff Writer
October 26, 2020
AISD designed a phase-in process that aligns with the Austin Public Health (APH) Interim Guidance on Reopening for Austin-Travis County Schools. They are currently on Week 7 of their 8 Week plan, which allows 50% of facility capacity.

AISD forces teachers to work through pandemic despite rising COVID-19 cases

Shayna Engdahl, Reporter
October 23, 2020
'Hubie Halloween' was released on Oct. 7 by Netflix. The film was dedicated to Cameron Boyce, who was originally supposed to star in it before his passing.

New Adam Sandler Halloween flick provides comfort, nostalgia in trying times

Sammy Jo Cienfuegos, Viewpoints Editor
October 21, 2020
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