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The Student News Site of St. Edward's University

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St. Edward’s mistreats adjuncts, contradicts social justice mission

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January 29, 2016

Documentary about brothers living in seclusion is fascinating, intriguing

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September 25, 2015

Austinites prepare: Winter is coming

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September 18, 2015
Q&A with Ana Boyd Diaz

Q&A with Ana Boyd Diaz

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September 18, 2015

After 5 years, UPD continues to see positive effects of body cameras

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September 14, 2015

Banksy’s newest British exhibition a grim parody of Disneyland’s image

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September 4, 2015

Should Photoshop be Banned from Mass Media?

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April 22, 2015

Bettina’s Staartjes says goodbye to senior year

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April 20, 2015

Professor’s tattoo symbolizes coming of age, Celtic heritage

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April 20, 2015

Senior tennis player follows her passion

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April 20, 2015
Garcia is a St. Edward's graduate with a B.A. in kinesiology with a specification in pre-physical therapy. 

Alumna cites volunteer work as major step in therapy career

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April 20, 2015

Senior art exhibition displays array of messages

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April 20, 2015

New social media platforms reveal the partying side of college life

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April 20, 2015
Documentary investigates world of opinions on steroid use

Documentary investigates world of opinions on steroid use

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April 19, 2015

Historic restaurant a go-to for any meal

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April 19, 2015
Even though their style is not bad, it would be interesting to see them expand their horizons and step out of their comfort zone.

The Mowgli’s new album honors usual style, fails to expand horizons

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April 17, 2015
New sexual assault legislation will likely fail due to Texas legislative structure

New sexual assault legislation will likely fail due to Texas legislative structure

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April 12, 2015

What is consent?

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April 12, 2015
The 2014 film directed by Diego Luna focused on the life of Cesar Chavez. 

‘Cesar Chavez’ movie night elaborates on life of a leader

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April 6, 2015
Dr. Quinn, professor of biology and computer science at St. Edward’s University, has been teaching here since 1983.

Professor motivated to teach while getting master’s in forestry

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April 6, 2015

Taxation without representation: U.S. citizens must have vote

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April 6, 2015
What is already certain are the No. 1 seeds in each conference. The Golden State Warriors are 63-14, by far the best record not only in their conference, but also in the entire league.

NBA regular season is coming to a close, playoff chase is on

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April 6, 2015
This year, Career and Professional Development is using a new nationally recognized senior survey so that St. Edward’s data can be better compared to other schools.

Academic, career plans vary as seniors prepare for real world

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April 6, 2015

Highly involved English graduate brings enthusiasm to White House internship

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April 6, 2015

Café Crêpe’s sugary, savory treats for finicky food critics

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April 3, 2015

Cesar Chavez event celebrates impact on Hispanic community

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April 3, 2015
If you enjoy comedy shows, you should give this series a chance. 

Netflix series balances dark comedy, social commentary

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April 3, 2015
SGA passed legislation resulting in the purchase of a rowing machine. 

Student government focusing on the Big Event, upcoming elections

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March 30, 2015

High price of textbooks makes professors consider cheaper alternatives

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March 30, 2015

Basketball alum coaches high school team to the fourth round of playoffs

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March 30, 2015
Technological Foutain of Youth extends life, but does not fulfill

Technological Foutain of Youth extends life, but does not fulfill

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March 30, 2015

Development will make the Grand Canyon not so grand

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March 30, 2015
This obvious show of discrimination in some news media continues to happen.

Media organizations must re-evaluate coverage, confront bias

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March 30, 2015

Grand Canyon urbanization will bring more than a grand

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March 30, 2015
A crochet form of graffiti created around one of the universities bike racks. 

Art class crochets splashes of color to campus

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March 27, 2015

9GoingClear

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March 27, 2015
Sterns (center) was officially inducted into the St. Edward's Athletics Hall of Fame by President George E. Martin (left) and Athletic Director Debbie Taylor (right) on Feb. 28.

Recently retired head coach inducted into the St. Edward’s Hall of Fame

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March 23, 2015
Creepoid, who came from Philadelphia to play numerous shows during South By Southwest, are coming out with their third full length album “Cemetery Highrise Slum” on June 23 of this year.

SXSW: grunge rock band Creepoid

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March 23, 2015

SXSW: Thrasher death match

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March 23, 2015

SXSW: Eco Light Garden offers peace of mind among festival madness

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March 21, 2015
One of these big cats hooked onto my friends shoe and pulled him to the ground.

Lions, monkeys, food, oh my! Botswana perils everywhere

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March 9, 2015

Women’s basketball season comes to an end after loss in conference tournament

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March 9, 2015
Students for Sustainability give students a t-shirt in exchange for pledging to reduce their energy consumption.

Trustee Hall wins energy conservation competition, water bottle refilling station

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March 9, 2015

Visiting poet blurs boundary between music, lyrics, poems

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March 9, 2015

Master Works Concert includes ‘Requiem for a Living’ premiere

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March 9, 2015
Students participated by donating a minimum of eight inches of their hair to Pantene Beautiful Lengths, which makes wigs for women with cancer. 

Students donate hair, shave heads for Colleges Against Cancer event

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March 9, 2015
Artistry that wins you Grammys, of which Swift has several, should speak for itself.

Taylor Swift should not be criticized for ignoring Spotify

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March 9, 2015

Senior photo exhibition brings fusion of perspective

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March 9, 2015
SXSW: From L.A. to London, bands offer landscape of sounds

SXSW: From L.A. to London, bands offer landscape of sounds

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March 9, 2015

Fall Out Boy Saves Rock and Roll at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo

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March 8, 2015
It is as simple as texting the number, 512-580-7373, and saying “Hello Austin.”

Interactive art project invites others to talk to inanimate objects

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March 6, 2015
Nearly thirty teams competed in the week-long games to try to knock off the defending champions, the Aqua Gods.

Aqua Gods win homecoming games for second year in row

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March 2, 2015

Basketball teams advance to Heartland Conference Tournaments

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March 2, 2015

6Q&A (Print Only)

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March 2, 2015

Campus launches new storage system, similar to Google Drive

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March 2, 2015

Alumna uses university experiences to help children, families

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March 2, 2015
Tuition nears $40,000 with 6 percent increase

Tuition nears $40,000 with 6 percent increase

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March 2, 2015

Polyamory a legitimate source of mutual respect, support

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March 2, 2015
Located just before 10th Street, the restaurant offers an all-day menu for its customers and includes high-quality food with a convenient fast-food delivery method.

Eatery offers gourmet chicken with convenience of drive-thru

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February 27, 2015
Find "Velvet Goldmine" on Netflix. 

Indie music-inspired film analyzes sexual identity, adolescence

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February 27, 2015
Though the audience will appreciate Haney for what he did, some may wonder if major music festivals will catch on and start implementing more security measures following this documentary.

Filmmaker leads promising career after sneaking into festivals

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February 23, 2015
Health center solves waiting woes with new nurse practitioner

Health center solves waiting woes with new nurse practitioner

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February 20, 2015
Pope Francis on "Pilgrimage to the Holy Land: A Photo Exhibition” ran from Feb. 16 to Mar. 16

St. Edward’s hosts the first art exhibition in Texas honoring Pope Francis’ success

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February 18, 2015
The partnership will grant five graduate business students "co-work lite" memberships. 

University announces partnership between Bill Munday School of Business and Capital Factory

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February 16, 2015

Women’s basketball victory secures third place

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February 16, 2015

Global health expert speaks about death rates of disease

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February 16, 2015
The program is an extension of the Austin Independent School District which has brought students 18-22 years old onto the St. Edward’s campus for the last thirteen years.

Greater Opportunities Project teaches students work skills

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February 16, 2015

Death penalty violates human rights, fails to serve purpose

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February 16, 2015

Prequel to ‘Breaking Bad’ might measure up to iconic series

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February 15, 2015
The comedy pokes good fun at notions of romantic love, while addressing issues of what it means to behave as a gentleman or lady should.

‘Misalliance’ a delightful takedown of society

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February 15, 2015

Gates Foundation boasts high hopes, better lives by 2030

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February 13, 2015

Transfer athlete leading team in points scored, minutes played

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February 13, 2015

Fundraising group offers serenades until Valentine’s Day

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February 11, 2015

Beyoncé, Sam Smith, Kanye West, Rihanna, Paul McCartney and many others perform at Grammys

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February 9, 2015
In Ecuador, I changed immensely. I realized that life should not be measured by the number of credentials on your resume.

Traveling abroad to Ecuador changes one student’s worldview

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February 9, 2015

Guest speaker discusses need to understand, respect religion

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February 6, 2015

St. Edward’s graduate shares experience working on Sen. Van de Putte campaign

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February 6, 2015
Freshman looks back on late mother's impact

Freshman looks back on late mother’s impact

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February 6, 2015
Students for Sustainability give students a t-shirt in exchange for pledging to reduce their energy consumption.

University joins Campus Conservation Challenge

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February 4, 2015

St. Edward’s students intern at Texas Capitol for 84th legislature

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February 2, 2015
The proposal passed with a vote of 13 to 5. 

Trustees to vote on plus/minus

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February 2, 2015

Residential Programming Board hosts inaugural Winter Formal

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February 2, 2015

New workshops offer students comprehensive career guidance

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February 2, 2015
"Misalliance" debuts on Feb. 12. 

“Misalliance” sheds light on society’s class system

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January 30, 2015
Hilltoppers crush competition in Blue & Gold Series games

Hilltoppers crush competition in Blue & Gold Series games

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January 26, 2015
The basketball court in the RCC was given a makeover over winter break. 

Shiny new finish, design for RCC court floors students, faculty

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January 26, 2015

Men’s basketball team continues to win games, 16-2 record

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January 26, 2015
Police responded to a stabbing in the 3600 block of South Congress Friday night. 

Safety key reason behind Topper Text alerts to students

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January 26, 2015

New students matched with mentors to ease transition

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January 25, 2015

LeaderShape program fosters community in six-day retreat

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January 25, 2015

Brace yourselves, for Winter Formal is coming

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January 23, 2015
Since she lived in Washington and under eighteen, she went to Canada with her family to get tattooed.

Spirit animal tattoo honors father among student’s family

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January 23, 2015

Society cannot work without uninhibited, unintimidated press

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January 21, 2015
Alma celebrating with her adopted son, Samir Ashrawi, who immigrated to the United States and attended St. Edward's University with her help. 

Dedicated community member dies at 105, leaves behind endowed scholarship, legacy of service

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January 21, 2015

Volleyball’s season comes to an end, just missing playoffs

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December 1, 2014

Men’s soccer suffer loss in national tournament

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December 1, 2014
The Climbing Club at St. Edward's consists of 14 members. 

Climbing club emphasizes social aspect of sport

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December 1, 2014

Controversy over mascot maintains its momentum

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December 1, 2014
This team cohesion has allowed the girls to improve immensely during a quick paced fall season, as they hope to carry over this momentum and excitement into the spring.

Increase of volleyball players leads to more opportunities

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December 1, 2014

Criminal justice student places tattoos strategically to avoid judgement in future jobs

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December 1, 2014
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