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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 content by Tate Burchfield / Hilltop Views
The St. Edward’s northbound bus stop is one of two stops on South Congress next to campus. The stop serves the 1, 10 and 801 CapMetro lines which brings passengers up South Congress to Republic Square. Students who live on campus receive “free” bus passes, which shifts the costs of a ride onto the university.

[Photo] St. Edward’s and H-E-B plant 17 trees around South Congress bus stop to create shade, conduct research on tree health

Tate Burchfield, Viewpoints Editor
November 12, 2024
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.

[Photo] Kozmetsky hosts author, professor, attorney to speak on Constitution

Tate Burchfield, Viewpoints Editor
October 24, 2024
Sophomore Zane Cummings rocks his blue-dyed mustache. Cummings, no stranger to facial hair, made the decision to wear his mustache after a series of Instagram polls – where his followers voted for their preferred facial hair.

[Photo] FACEOFF: Mustache revival should be celebrated not feared.

Tate Burchfield, Viewpoints Editor
October 11, 2024
Rep. Colin Allred, like many politicians in the digital era, has adapted to having a website instead of campaign headquarters in different locations. Additionally, online videos and advertisements have taken the place of television programming.

[Photo] OPINION: Nov. senate election will be close, but not easily won for Allred

Tate Burchfield, Viewpoints Editor
September 25, 2024
Debates, much like the American flag, are a symbol of American tradition. While initially coming from the Greeks, it has been a constant in American political races — and has been televised since 1960.

[Photo] OPINION: Second presidential debate provides excitement, fear for American democracy

Tate Burchfield, Viewpoints Editor
September 20, 2024
Gregory, a freshman living on campus, is a Biology major. When she is not practicing or on the volleyball court, she can be found studying around campus. It is necessary, like every student, to be in good academic standing with the university.

[Photo] St. Edward’s student-athletes maintain high GPAs despite the challenges of large

Tate Burchfield, Viewpoints Editor
August 21, 2024
There are already several existing rail options in Austin offered by CapMetro, such as their “Park and Rides” offered throughout the city. The Park & Ride located at the South Congress Transit Center is off of Ben White Boulevard and provides rail and bus options for riders. However, the center can only accommodate 61 commuters.

[Photo] OPINION: Paxton’s plea to district court could dismantle Project Connect’s entire operation

Tate Burchfield, Staff Writer
April 10, 2024
Senior Sienna Wight presented a piece of poetry as well as an A-Z flash fiction piece. An A-Z flash fiction piece is one that is composed of 26 lines which each start with a letter of the alphabet. With this, the author is challenged to compose a story in a creative manner under the requirements.

[Photo] Literature, Writing and Rhetoric Department hosts Creative Writing Showcase with student writers

Tate Burchfield, Staff Writer
April 10, 2024
Sweden began the process of joining NATO in 2022, after the beginning of Russia’s occupation of eastern and southern Ukraine. After the finalization of their admittance on March 7, 2024, Sweden became the 32nd member to join the organization.

[Photo] OPINION: Sweden’s admittance into NATO could encourage hostility from Russia

Tate Burchfield, Staff Writer
March 26, 2024
Mackey (center) gathered for a picture with the session’s attendees, which included students, faculty and staff. At the session, the tables were pushed together to create a seminar-like experience for the attendees. This was done because Mackey wished to engage and connect with the attendees better.

[Photo] Revived philosophy speaker series brings ACC professor to lecture on connection between Martin Luther King, Jr., philosophy

Tate Burchfield, Staff Writer
March 16, 2024
Pictured above are Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Frank Sinatra and Peter Lawford who were members of the informal Rat Pack. The Rat Pack is a legendary group of performers consisting of several actors and singers of the 1950s. None of these three singers in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame -- not even in the “early influences” category.

[Photo] OPINION: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s newest nominations are fueled by profit

Tate Burchfield, Staff Writer
February 29, 2024
Texas Rising is a student organization in partnership with the Texas Freedom Network which seeks to increase votership amongst college students. Texas Rising hosts a variety of events at St. Edward’s and other universities before and during election season.

[Photo] OPINION: Texas primary election sets the stage for general election in November

Tate Burchfield, Staff Writer
February 8, 2024
Although Royal Caribbean's headquarters are based in Miami, they operate several cruise terminals throughout the world. In 2022, the company created their own exclusive cruise terminal in Galveston, Texas which cost over $125 million to build.

[Photo] OPINION: “Icon of the Seas” vessel could compound adverse effects of cruises exponentially

Tate Burchfield, Staff Writer
February 8, 2024
Austin City Hall, located between 2nd Street and Cesar Chavez, is the location of the Austin City Council and many other city officials’ offices. Every Thursday, the Austin City Council holds general meetings in which citizens are invited to watch and a limited number are allowed to speak. For more information about your local council representative, see the City of Austin’s website.

[Photo] OPINION: Acevedo selection casts doubts on city manager Garza’s leadership, Austin’s civil structure in its entirety

Tate Burchfield, Staff Writer
January 30, 2024
Students at St. Edward’s and residents of Austin alike mount bicycles to traverse the city. Despite Austin's claims of being a green city, cyclists find the city expressly difficult to ride in. The city attempts to alleviate these hurdles with new policies such as the MetroBike program.

[Photo] OPINION: Austin’s $11.3 million investment in MetroBike program would better serve other transit programs

Tate Burchfield, Staff Writer
November 9, 2023
At the end of every point, regardless of who wins, each team comes together in a group huddle. Through this, the team comes together in both a metaphorical and physical sense to prepare for the upcoming point. Small moments like these remind the viewer of the connectivity the volleyball team must have to perform well together.

[Photo] GAME DAY: Women’s volleyball loses 3-1 in Senior Night Match against UT at Tyler Patriots

Tate Burchfield, Staff Writer
November 7, 2023
CapMetro currently operates a Downtown Rail which only services Austin’s downtown area. The inadequacies of Austin’s CapMetro is an often cited reason for why the city needs better public transportation.

[Photo] OPINION: Prospective Austin-San Antonio transit doomed to go off the rails just like its predecessor

Tate Burchfield, Staff Writer
October 24, 2023
St. Edward’s American flag is a symbol of the college’s devotion to the principles of the American government. Principles which are currently being tested as political power are abused and misappropriated in our nation’s government.

[Photo] OPINION: Kevin McCarthy’s historic ousting expresses worrying future for country’s cohesion

Tate Burchfield, Staff Writer
October 19, 2023
Texas Capitol building, where the Sept. 16 proceedings were held, undergoing rehabilitation work. The State Capitol is in a turbulent state both inside and out.

[Photo] OPINION: Paxton trial reminds us of extensive fractures within our system.

Tate Burchfield, Staff Writer
September 28, 2023
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