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The Student News Site of St. Edward's University

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This script requires a great deal of talent from all the actors — taking on Shakespeare is no easy task.

Students, professional actors lend fresh take on ‘Hamlet’

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November 24, 2014
The Flaming Lips lead singer Wayne Coyne and Miley Cyrus have become close friends lately, even getting matching tattoos and collaborating musically.

The Flaming Lips collaborates with Miley Cyrus in new album

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November 24, 2014
Christmas trees have been popping up all around campus as the holidays approach.

Holiday season a bottomless pit of sweet foods, activities

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November 24, 2014
Graphic design major Shiva also loves photography and design. 

Student melds together fashion, photography, graphic design

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November 24, 2014

Taylor Swift’s new music video parodies media representation

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November 21, 2014

Scheduled Netflix sessions can help students lower stress

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November 18, 2014

Women’s basketball senior exhibits focus, drive

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November 17, 2014
The Dujarie Jaguars took home this year's Hall Olympics victory. 

Hall Olympics end with Dujarie Jaguars victorious

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November 17, 2014
In order to be well prepared for the intramural season, referees go through a three-step hiring process

Students must qualify to referee intramural sports

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November 17, 2014

The best stuffing about Thanksgiving

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November 14, 2014

Senior admires photography, art history with two tattoos

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November 14, 2014

Taylor Swift shakes off signature sound, dives into pop genre

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November 14, 2014
Bastille performing at the Cedar Park Center. 

Bastille, Ella Eyre charm massive crowd at Cedar Park Center

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November 14, 2014

Cat tattoos rise in popularity amongst young adult population

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November 10, 2014

Cat cafés, petting zoos would reduce stress level on campus

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November 10, 2014

Rauch leads volleyball team to conference tournament

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November 10, 2014

Women’s basketball selected to finish fourth in conference

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November 10, 2014

After 8 years in Austin, Fun Fun Fun Fest just keeps getting better

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November 10, 2014

Panelists discuss war on children

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November 10, 2014

Students ready to compete in 2014 Hall Olympics

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November 3, 2014
Murray was flown all the way from New Zealand last month into a banquet in Indianapolis, where 10 women from each of the NCAA’s three divisions were invited.

Murray finishes in top 10 for NCAA Woman of Year

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November 3, 2014
For the first time in the history of the Heartland, the Hilltoppers have a perfect conference record and are now unbeaten in their last 14 matches.

Men’s soccer to host end of season conference tournament

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November 3, 2014
Ferreira will be performing at Fun Fun Fest on Sunday. 

Sky Ferreira: A must-see at Fun Fun Fun Fest

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November 3, 2014
The festival welcomes people of all ages to celebrate medieval times.

Texas Renaissance Festival brings people together for fall celebrations

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November 3, 2014

Rapper impresses audience with his fast raps and rhymes

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November 3, 2014
The four-and-a-half-minute-long video stars four members of the LOTR team—Elijah Wood (Frodo Baggins), Sir Peter Jackson (director of all six LOTR movies), Sylvester McCoy (Radagast), and Dean O’Gorman (Fili the Dwarf).

Air New Zealand creates epic flight safety film

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October 31, 2014
The festival, which is much more than a celebration of words, began Friday Oct. 24 and ran through Sunday, covering several streets and amassing thousands of book-lovers, publishers and authors alike.

Annual Texas Book Fest attracts variety of writers and readers

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October 27, 2014

Topper Tat: Senior never thought she would get tattoos, now she has three

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October 27, 2014

Animated Day of the Dead-themed movie is cheesy yet lovable

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October 27, 2014

Santoy shutting out competition during six-game win streak

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October 26, 2014

Women’s golf team finishes fall season on ‘Haught’ streak

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October 26, 2014

Breast cancer awareness takes center stage at volleyball game

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October 26, 2014

Wendy Davis’s wheelchair ad reveals Greg Abbott’s hypocrisy

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October 26, 2014

Remake of Gambit doesn’t live up to expectations

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October 24, 2014
James Dashner, the author of the famous series The Maze Runner, was the main event for the day.

Texas Teen Book Festival brings large crowd to St. Edward’s

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October 20, 2014
Even though the season premiere answered questions, it set up a new scenario and possibly new characters.

The Walking Dead Season 5 Premiere: Better than every episode from season 4 combined

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October 20, 2014
If this team can maintain composure, they can compete with some of the best schools in the nation, such as Barry University, Nova Southeastern, Western New Mexico and Cal State Monterrey Bay.

Men’s golf victorious against 7 Division I universities

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October 20, 2014

Rowing team discovers joy of teamwork, waking up very early

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October 20, 2014

Golf stuck in bunker, thousands are leaving game

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October 20, 2014

Volleyball continues to dominate against competition

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October 13, 2014

Author answers burning questions about mental illness

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October 13, 2014

‘American Horror Story’ premiere features unhappy clowns, missing cast members

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October 13, 2014
While Lieb has helped the team to make strides this season, it has been no easy task for this double finance and accounting major who is currently enrolled in 18 hours. 

Leib wins third straight award, leads team in shutouts, saves

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October 13, 2014

St. Edward’s tennis duo finish seventh in national tournament

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October 13, 2014

Rugby team looking to win state, national championship

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October 13, 2014
Dylan O'Brien and Kaya Scodelario star as Thomas and Teresa in "The Maze Runner." 

The Maze Runner: suspenseful and action packed but lacking plot from book

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October 13, 2014
Arriving to St. Edward’s University in 2009, Lemons saw an opportunity to build a Campus Recreation program from the ground up. 

Lemons talks journey as director of Campus Recreation

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October 13, 2014
During Calvin Harris's show, he turned ACL into one massive party.

Calvin Harris’ intense show made crowd go wild

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October 6, 2014

Women’s club basketball looks to play more games in second season

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October 6, 2014
With three new recruits, two freshmen and one transfer student, the eight member squad has been showcasing their new talent.

Women’s tennis gaining more experience against top teams

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October 6, 2014

Women’s club soccer focused on beating top teams

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October 6, 2014

Spoon has smooth, setlist but boring

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October 6, 2014

Major Lazer Attracts new fans with amazing light show and crazy beats

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October 6, 2014

Childish Gambino: Was he naturally hyped, on something or both?

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October 6, 2014

Fitz and The Tantrums: Funky beats and wild dance moves make crowd get off their feet

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October 6, 2014

Adrian Peterson, NFL accused of having violence problems

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September 29, 2014

Topperettes look to dance their way to more recognition

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September 29, 2014
With an experienced core of veterans at his disposal, Strecker has the luxury of easing into his new position. However, there appears to be no shortage of ambition.

New coach helps to bring early success for men’s tennis

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September 29, 2014

Millennials in state of reminiscence, must face truth when it comes to cartoons

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September 25, 2014

LaBeouf pleads guilty to disorderly conduct, his life not a cabaret

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September 25, 2014

Outdoor Adventure Club looks to grow in new school year

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September 22, 2014
Despite being tapped to win the conference for the third straight season, the Hilltoppers have their sights set on bigger goals this year, such as reaching the national tournament.

Men’s soccer chase NCAA Tournament

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September 22, 2014
After winning back-to-back conference championships in 2012 and 2013, the Hilltoppers are once again seeking to win the Heartland Conference title for a third year in a row.

Men’s soccer seniors working hard to make national tournament

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September 22, 2014

Quidditch club team returns under new leadership

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September 22, 2014

New recruits expected to revamp basketball team

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September 15, 2014

College football season filled with early surprises

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September 15, 2014

Alumni Gym offers variety of classes to help students get fit

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September 15, 2014
Coming off good tournament play in Alaska, the women’s volleyball team plans to continue their winning streak. 

Volleyball open up new season with win streak

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September 15, 2014
The bell was believed to be made at Stuckstede & Bro. bell foundry which operated in St. Louis, Missouri from 1890 to 1940.

Main building rings again after repairs

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September 15, 2014
Murray was flown all the way from New Zealand last month into a banquet in Indianapolis, where 10 women from each of the NCAA’s three divisions were invited.

Murray named finalist for NCAA Woman of the Year

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September 15, 2014
Overall it’s a dark, sweet film that sets the scene thematically for what’s about to come. 

‘Flix Fix: “Not Waving But Drowning” a poignant portrait of friendship, self-discovery

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September 14, 2014

Women’s soccer ranked fifth nationally in 2014

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September 5, 2014
Comedian Billy Crystal, bottom right, pays tribute to the late Robin Williams during the 66th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards at Nokia Theatre at L.A. Live in Los Angeles on Aug. 25, 2014.

‘Breaking Bad’ takes home most wins at Emmy Awards

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August 30, 2014

Cultural foundations ground students in real world issues

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April 21, 2014
SZA's first album showcases her potential for a unique style. 

New Top Dawg Entertainment artist SZA releases debut EP

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April 21, 2014
The soccer team came in second on an April 12 tournament.

Women’s club soccer ends season on positive note

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April 21, 2014
Inkuire plans to host more events at area universities soon.

New organization encourages students to talk to strangers

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April 21, 2014
 

Housing rates jump, hundreds on wait list

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April 21, 2014
Major Jose Reyes, alumni, served in Kuwait. There are currently 150 student veterans at St. Edward’s.

St. Edward’s recognized for veteran services, many use GI Bill

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April 20, 2014

Must-read summer book list topped by Rowling’s latest crime novel

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April 20, 2014
Koenig leads the Hilltoppers in most offensive categories.

Koenig leading the offensive charge for Hilltopper baseball

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April 20, 2014

CULF classes great in theory, needs major reconstruction

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April 18, 2014

All business majors should be available as minors

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April 18, 2014

Samsung tests limits of selfies through Oscars, White House

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April 18, 2014

Birkenstocks, chokers make spring comeback with florals

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April 16, 2014
The Rowing team has beaten other universities including UT. 

Rowing team successful in regatta competitions

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April 14, 2014

Connecticut men, women’s basketball claim national title

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April 14, 2014

Water leak results in construction zone

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April 14, 2014
 

University offers custom health services

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April 14, 2014
he duo’s album is light, playful and moves between genres. 

Young South Korean music duo wows with debut album ‘Play’

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April 12, 2014

Kim Jong-Un’s one-haircut law will simplify lives, end anarchy

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April 10, 2014

Facebook developing drones to deliver Internet access to world

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April 10, 2014

Democrats to keep control of Senate thanks to demographics

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April 10, 2014
Before LBJ Summit speech, Carter stops by BookPeople for book signing

Before LBJ Summit speech, Carter stops by BookPeople for book signing

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April 8, 2014
The fourth album from Future Islands is novel if not cohesive.

Baltimore band gains recognition after Letterman appearance

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April 6, 2014
Debrow leads team in shutouts and has 127 strikeouts.

Debrow dominating, leading team in strikeouts, shutouts

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April 4, 2014

Rugby suffers tough loss in national tournament

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April 4, 2014

US should stop making cents, money needs modern makeover

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April 3, 2014

Hollywood needs to look for new ideas beyond book series

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April 3, 2014

Keeping up with Vogue: Kimye embodies high-fashion lifestyle

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April 3, 2014
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