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
All content by Kenny Phipps
St. Edward's University will be hosting a virtual commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 9 for the graduating class of 2020.

[Photo] Farewell: A reflection from Hilltop Views senior editors affected by pandemic

Matthew San Martin, Adrian Gonzalez, and John Walker
April 30, 2020

City Council changes rules on transparency of ethics investigations

Kenny Phipps, News Editor
May 13, 2019
"She left me with this new knowledge about what love is, but no roadmap to finding it again."

As memories fade, my desire for love remains

Kenny Phipps, News Editor
April 9, 2019
2019 SGA candidates debated to introduce their platforms. Voting begins April 8.

SGA holds debate to introduce 2019 candidates

Kenny Phipps and Ana Flores
April 6, 2019
Lent is about fasting, spiritual growth, and doing good deeds. St. Edward's encourages students to implement five eco-friendly practices for Lent or to simply better yourself.

Lent provides a time of joy, self-reflection through sacrifice

Kenny Phipps, News Editor
April 1, 2019
Attendance policies lead students to excel in their classes. Being present in class leads to higher grades according to The Journal of Economic Education.

FaceOff: Mandatory attendance ensures structured curriculum for all students

Kenny Phipps, News Editor
March 25, 2019
This letter is a model form of the one sent to the charged student. Conduct investigations handled by the Dean of Students all begin with a letter like this one

Student charged with conduct violation for theft of Hilltop VIews

Kenny Phipps, News Editor
March 12, 2019
Crews apologized on Twitter after having a conversation with cast member Stephanie Beatriz on March 5.

Parenting controversy showcases lack of nuance on social media

Kenny Phipps, News Editor
March 11, 2019
Students for Sustainability to lead coalition of organizations in rally, petition

Students for Sustainability to lead coalition of organizations in rally, petition

Kenny Phipps and Myrka Moreno
March 5, 2019
Williams Polo versus Texas Military square off in the third checker of the match.

SEU polo club hosts professional competition at Two Wishes Ranch

Kenny Phipps, News Editor
February 18, 2019
Brother Gerald Muller was banned from campus and all campus related activities in 2017

Former brother, professor accused of sexual assault in 1986 incident

Matthew San Martin and Kenny Phipps
February 12, 2019
Lovato has faced backlash on Twitter before, most recently following her drug overdose last July.

When the internet goes awry, there’s only one to blame: the platform, users

Kenny Phipps, News Editor
February 11, 2019
Students are opting to graduate early, in three years, due to financial hardships. "The financial aid that is offered doesn't compensate for rising costs," said one student.

[Photo] New students get adjusted aid while cost of attendance rises

Mariana Sarmiento Riano, Staff Writer
February 6, 2019
SEU welcomes new polo club, open to new and experienced members

SEU welcomes new polo club, open to new and experienced members

Kenny Phipps, News Editor
February 4, 2019
The administration said the Pavilions are expected to be open for student residency in Fall 2019

Administration shares update on Pavilions during Student Government meeting

Kenny Phipps, News Editor
January 30, 2019
Netflix has been experimenting with the interactive feature since early 2017.

‘Black Mirror’ tantalizes viewers in latest mind-bending masterpiece

Kenny Phipps, News Editor
January 29, 2019

Texas Tribune event offers preview of upcoming legislative session

Kenny Phipps, News Editor
November 30, 2018

Austin paid sick leave mandate in jeopardy following introduction of new bill

Kenny Phipps, News Editor
November 14, 2018
Benson and Marron broached several topics during their discussion, ranging from the value of debate to issues of identity.

Conservative, liberal media personalities engage in ‘civil dialogue’ in attempt to unite the politically divided

Kenny Phipps, News Editor
November 5, 2018
Laura Morrison at her campaign office on Guadalupe street. Morrison worked for several years as a community advocate before becoming a member of the Austin City Council.

An interview with Laura Morrison, candidate for mayor of Austin

Kenny Phipps, News Editor
November 5, 2018
East Hall, which was previously unoccupied, was set up as a temporary residence for Pavilions students unable to return to their rooms.

[Photo] BREAKING: Pavilions evacuated after water line burst

Matthew San Martin and Lilli Hime
November 1, 2018
News Analysis: Which candidate is more likely to win Texas’ Senate race?

News Analysis: Which candidate is more likely to win Texas’ Senate race?

Kenny Phipps, News Editor
October 30, 2018
Despite a huge fraud account scandal, Wells Fargo has made a profit of nearly $6 billion in only the first quarter of 2018.

Same banks that contributed to 2008 stock market crash continue to go unchecked

Kenny Phipps, News Editor
September 18, 2018
By down voting the renewal of the Higher Education act, the government would no longer have the power to punish universities for discriminating against their LGBT students.

New bill allows for college campuses to openly discriminate against LGBT Students

Kenny Phipps
February 5, 2018

Immigrant Voices sheds light on incredible diversity of immigrant experiences in United States

Kenny Phipps
December 4, 2017
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University gains new Baylor partnership, expands pre-health pathways

Kenny Phipps
October 23, 2017
Panelists included agents from the CIA and the Peace Corps.

Federal employees provide insight to government jobs

Kenny Phipps
October 2, 2017
President Donald Trump congratulates Education Secretary Betsy DeVos during a parent-teacher conference listening session in the Roosevelt Room of the White House Feb. 14 in Washington.

Viewpoint: Incompetence bigger danger to America than malevolent policies

Kenny Phipps
February 20, 2017

Offensive to capture Mosul indicator of Middle East political climate

Kenny Phipps
October 24, 2016
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