I began attending St. Edward’s University in fall 2020, and I will be graduating next week with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Education Studies. During my time at St. Edward’s, I have explored a niche range of academic…
Dear Sorin Hall and all of its inhabitants, After four long years, my time at St. Edward’s is almost finished. As I reflect on my time here, my mind always seems to drift to here and to you: the beautiful, old, poorly-insulated building…
Dear Hilltop Views, I never thought I would ever do anything journalism related, but here I am. I joined Hilltop Views my junior year of college after I had already established my academic path and made plans to become an elementary-school…
To Hilltop Views, That went by quickly. No, seriously. I mean it. There’s an old saying that says staying busy is the best way to let time get away from you, but this was more like “time flies when you’re having fun” to me. With my major…
At the University of Texas at Austin (UT), students of the University’s Palestine Solidarity Committee hosted a peaceful protest which was programmed to feature walk-outs, sit-ins and teach-ins. This protest was met with a military…
Christine Stewart is an RA, and her outfit is a promotion for her fellow RA Jessica. Her top was made by Jessica which was on display at the St. Andre Market on April 16. She paired the new top with blue jeans. Stewart’s style is a mix of…
The debate about the greatest rapper of all time has been discussed since the birth of rap. Many rappers have been thrown into this discussion, such as Nas, André 3000, Tupac, Eminem, Lil Wayne and Jay-Z. These days, the “Big Three” is the…
An assembly of 135 tenured and tenure-track faculty voted no confidence in St. Edward’s University President Montserrat Fuentes last week with a 61% majority. “The result of the Faculty vote reported to the Board is disappointing,…
I have dreamed of being Rachel Green — clad in a brand new, fabulous outfit every day — since I was about five years old. I have my mother to thank for introducing me to my first style icon, but the idolization didn’t stop there. As I got…
Swifties met at midnight once again on April 19 as Taylor Swift welcomed the newest era to her extensive discography with her latest album. “The Tortured Poets Department” (TTPD) marks Swift’s 11th studio album and a surprising double…
Here’s what happened at the Student Government Association’s Formal Senate Meeting on April 17, 2024. Executive report President Mikayla Pastrano announced induction ceremonies will be held on April 24 at 7 p.m. in the Mabee Ballroom.…
The St. Edward’s University baseball team honored its 18 seniors as part of their annual Senior Day festivities ahead of Sunday afternoon’s home finale at the Lucian-Hamilton Field. The emotional day for players, coaches and families was…
The St. Edward’s Call of Duty team plays their next matches in the College CoD League’s (CCL) Championship Playoffs today after advancing from the pool play into the bracket play. On top of becoming the Division I Southeast Regional…
Forensic science majors are expressing concerns and looking into alternative education paths after St. Edward’s University upper administration rescinded the program’s accreditation application. The program had been working toward the…
It is March 11, 2020. I’m sitting with my friends at our lunch table as usual, when the director of our high school announces that we will not have school for the next two weeks. This new virus called COVID-19 gave us some unexpected…
The final lecture of the newly rebooted Food and Philosophy series was given this past Monday in Holy Cross 402. Titled “What Can Autistic People and Robots Teach us About Love?,” the lecture focused on approaching friendships in different…
The invention of virtual reality (VR) has been a notable leap forward in terms of technology, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in digital worlds that stretch the imagination. Since its conception, VR has been found in entertainment,…
Over the course of the last two weeks, T.C Broadnax was chosen and approved as the new Austin City Manager. Before coming to Austin, Broadnax previously served as the City Manager of Dallas and Tacoma, Washington. However, Broadnax’s…
In early March, the Pride flag in Meadows Coffeehouse was reinstalled as a response to St. Edward’s University student and community concerns. In addition to the reinstallation, the Office of Student Belonging and Inclusive Excellence …
Political power in the United States is often thought of in connection with executive power and with the presidency. This perception, which narrows the societal conception of how governmental change is made, is contributing greatly to the…
“It means everything, honestly, being on the hilltop as long as I’ve been,” pitcher Jack Granack said. “It’s a real honor.” After reaching 55 career starts, Granack becomes the all-time leader for the St. Edward’s baseball program. It’s…
From his beginning on Soundcloud where he experimented with music with friends, Kenny Mason has continually evolved with each release. Mason’s ability to easily switch genres and find new sounds is one of the things that have made him…
Record producer Metro Boomin and rapper Future have collaborated for Metro’s tenth album “WE DON’T TRUST YOU,” which dropped on March 22. This is easily one of the best albums Metro has produced in the last five years, which includes…
American singer-songwriter and rapper Bryson Tiller reemerged on April 5 with a new self-titled album after three years of silence. There were some good songs in here, but more was needed throughout the album for it to have great replay…
Mary Moody Northen Theatre (MMNT) returns to the stage this weekend with Stephen Sondheim’s “Into the Woods,” a fantastical play set in a kingdom far away. Seniors Lillian Harlow and Juan Diego Chaparro lead the cast alongside Grace…
Here’s what happened at the Student Government Association’s Formal Senate Meeting on April 10, 2024. Executive report Shakiib Wauyo announced SGA will be hosting a fundraising event on April 12 from 3 to 4 p.m. at the Alumni Gym. Students…
Last Monday, the Total Solar Eclipse Watch Party brought several people to Andre Lawn to view the phenomena. From playing soccer together on the lawn to eating pizza and checking the sun’s evolution, excitement was at its peak. A total…
Dressing appropriately in a professional setting is crucial for success, and Career and Professional Development (CAPD) understands its importance. Therefore on April 4, the organization hosted a debut Career Fashion Show. The show…
This review contains spoilers! NEON returns to theaters with “Immaculate,” their second feature film release of 2024. On a $9 million budget, the film grossed $16 million, NEON’s highest-grossing debut. As a lifelong horror lover and…
St. Edward’s Call of Duty team finished their College CoD League (CCL) regular season in third place in the Division I Southeast region with a 13-2 record. For the Southeast regional playoffs, they squared off against two teams on April 6…