Hilltop Views

“I know they don't give a damn about me,” Ramon Curry (left) said. “I'm like a spider. You ain't never heard nobody say, ‘Hey, anybody see a spider?’ What are they gonna do about it? Step on it because nobody gives a damn about you stepping on a spider. I'm a spider. I understand that. But you, you are not a spider. You are a Pomeranian. They care about (you). This is why your voice can become important, right? Because they care about you. So you can be the ones that say, ‘We got to care about the spider too.’ Don’t just step on the spider. Because spiders got a purpose – I got a purpose too.”

Formerly incarcerated man shares his dehumanizing experience in prison, condemning guard violence, cell conditions

Gabrielle Caumon, Life & Arts Editor • October 7, 2024

In July 1994, Ramon Curry, an 18-year-old, was sentenced to 15 years in prison. What started out as a night out with friends in Baytown,...

News

Community members hold a banner reading “Free Palestine, end the siege on Gaza” on the steps of Austin City Hall while listening to fellow community members give speeches and sing songs to celebrate the resilience of Palestine, while simultaneously protesting the ongoing attacks occurring in Gaza.

International Day of Action: Austinites stand in protest for one year of resistance

Nik Machado, Reporter • October 9, 2024

A vibrant display of Cherokee heirloom corn, showcasing a variety of colors and textures. These kernels, cultivated on campus, are part of a larger effort to preserve indigenous agricultural traditions and promote biodiversity.

Ancient seeds, new roots: Cherokee corn thrives at St. Edward's University's food forest

Nicole Williams Quezada, Reporter • October 7, 2024

Each speaker brought a different perspective of expertise to the discussion. Panelist Bob Libel’s focus was on the importance of civil and human rights advocacy regarding the topic.

Panelists voice awareness, advocacy for immigration justice

Zemira Recio, Staff Writer • October 3, 2024

Protesters stand before the steps of City Hall, listening to organizers and guest speakers give first-hand accounts of the tragic effects of political violence in the Middle East.

Austinites assemble at City Hall to protest in solidarity with attacks in Lebanon and Gaza

Nik Machado, Reporter • September 27, 2024

Erica Vela (left), Cressida Rodriguez, Christy Carpenter, Jaycei Scott, Isabella Bardos and Assistant Professor of Practice Public Relations Nancy Salisbury after a Q&A held by Liz Carpenter’s daughter and director of the documentary. Around 30 students and members outside of the St. Edward's community attended the screening.

Documentary about Texas political and public relations trailblazer Liz Carpenter’s life screened at St. Edward’s University

Magnolia Westfall, Reporter • September 26, 2024

Sports

Redshirt junior right side Addy Badley led the Hilltoppers with a career-high 26 kills, to go along with three block assists. She is tied for third on the team with 103 kills this season.

Volleyball team suffers nail-biting loss to Oklahoma Christian University

Jack Connolly, Staff Writer • October 9, 2024

Freshman outside hitter Mia Clay added four kills in the first set. Clay finished with 11 in the match.

Women’s volleyball team snaps three-game losing streak

Jack Connolly, Staff Writer • October 9, 2024

Setter Althea Morris sets the ball for her team members. A setter’s duty is to foster passes so other players can make a kill.

SEU women’s volleyball loses first home game of the Lone Star Conference

Emma Sutton, Staff Writer • October 7, 2024

Rocha and her teammate, freshman Isabella Ruiz, celebrate the second goal of the game. Subbed back into the game after time on the bench and with 11 minutes left, Ruiz delivered a pass to in the center of the field, where Rocha fired off a clean shot, marking her sixth goal of the season.

From backyard to breakthrough: freshman Annie Rocha lights up the field after overcoming adversity

Natalia Zavaleta, Reporter • October 3, 2024

Omar and Ivan Guzman (center) at the starting line, racing for the St. Edward’s cross-country team.

Breaking records, building bonds: The Guzman twins’ journey to cross-country success

Julia Klein, Reporter • October 3, 2024

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Life And Arts

Artist Tara Cooper on the set of “Hit Man” along with actor Glen Powell. “I still can’t believe I got to do that job,” Cooper said. “It was awesome.”

How to makeup a Hit Man

Gabrielle Caumon, Life & Arts Editor • October 7, 2024

Hair and makeup help us immerse ourselves in the atmosphere of fictional works, creating some of the most iconic and thrilling characters through...

Latinx on the Hilltop provided an art corner at the event to use in between and during speakers. Melissa Esqueda, Ph.D., creates expressive artwork using the paint and canvases that were included.

Latinx Voices Read-In celebrates diverse experiences, highlights hardships of the community

Zemira Recio, Staff Writer • October 7, 2024

Keith Dunn (center) and band kick off the festival with the first performance on the last day. Outer Heaven’s ambient lighting compelled viewers to remain fixated on his breathtaking performance of groovy blues.

Eastside Kings Festival showcases historic soul, gospel, jazz, blues music of East Austin

Hailey Womack and Raveena Devjee • October 7, 2024

Musical chairs winner, Giselle Haley, smiles as controversy erupts over her win. Musical chairs was the last game played with only two points between the lead red team and the rest of the teams.

Black Student Alliance gets competitive with Disney-themed field day

Emma Sutton, Staff Writer • October 4, 2024

Viewpoints

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.

FACEOFF: Mustache revival should be celebrated not feared.

Tate Burchfield, Viewpoints Editor • October 11, 2024

The spirit of Creedence Clearwater Revival, Busch Lite, faded blue jeans and vintage belt buckles lay heavy in Austin and the entire United States....