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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
Republican DA candidate Martin Harry joins HV for a Q & A days before Election Day. Martin Harry is running against José Garza.

Hilltoppers Vote: Q&A with Travis County District Attorney candidate Martin Harry

Nina Martinez, News Editor
November 2, 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
Building a border wall between the U.S. and Mexico was one of the main ideas in Trump’s 2016 campaign. As of Oct. 12, they have built 360 miles according to the Trump administration.

Collaborative concert encourages viewers to vote, emphasizes need to defund border wall

Christine Sanchez, Editor-In-Chief
October 28, 2020
Before campaigning, Garza served on the staff team for the Workers Defense Project (WDP). WDP is a non-porift that empowers low-income workers to achieve fair employment.

Hilltoppers Vote: Q&A with Travis County District Attorney candidate José Garza

Leidy Jaimes, Reporter
October 27, 2020
Democratic candidate yard signs line streets in south Austin. Early voting continues through Friday, Oct. 30.

Travis County breaks voter registration record, sees surge of early voters

Gianni Zorrilla, Editor-in-Chief
October 20, 2020
'Work in Progress' was unveiled on Aug. 28 and will run until Dec. 31. The gallery is located at 84 Waller.

Local Austin exhibit explores balance between American dream, African-American experience

Elle Bent, Staff Writer
October 19, 2020
The Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia is one of the stadiums that will be turned into a voting site for the upcoming election. The involvement of sporting franchises is likely to drive up voter turnout, which was at a two decade-low in 2016.

Sporting world opens up its doors to voters, hopes for positive impact on turnout

George Murray, Sports Editor
October 13, 2020
La Pena was founded by sisters Lidia and Cynthia Perez. The gallery is located on 227 Congress Ave.

Artists showcase work digitally during pandemic, social unrest

Shayna Engdahl, Staff Writer
October 12, 2020
Lake Jackson's water supply is. now contaminated by a brain-eating amoeba, which can be deadly if it enters the nasal passage. Lake Jackson is located on the outskirts of Houston in Brazoria County.

Brain-eating amoeba appears in Texas waters, contaminates Lake Jackson water supply

Kristin Barrientos and Vanessa Lopez-Campos
October 6, 2020
Many of these fall treats are limited edition, making them a sought after commodity. More information on each item can be found on the company's websites.

Pumpkin spice, everything nice: Where to get your local fall fix this season

Kailyn Hayes, Social Media Editor
October 5, 2020
TikTok was first introduced to the United States app store in 2018. There are currently 500 million users.

TikTok evolves from lip synching app to true art form utilized by many creators

Tyler Hotz, Staff Writer
October 5, 2020
Justice Ginsburg was appointed to the Supreme Court in 1993. She was the second woman to serve on the court, following Justice O'Connor.

Honoring Justice Ginsburg’s legacy in the US, Americans fear changes following her death

Nicco Pelicano, Reporter
September 29, 2020
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