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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
The Kozmetsky Center of Excellence featured speakers including Despina Afentouli of NATO and Father Louis Brusatti, Professor Emeritus of Religious Studies at St. Edward’s. The panel discussion is one of many coordinated by the Kozmetsky Center throughout the semester.

Importance of communication, religious literacy in global affairs stressed at Kozmetsky panel

Katya Melchor, Staff Writer
February 11, 2020
The Peer Wellness Champions are part of the Peer Health Educators group formed by Recreation and Wellness. The Champions are Tita Yanez (far left), Emma Woelk (back right) and Sophie Sanati (third from right).

Peer Wellness Champions aim to help SEU students live well, strengthen personal goals

Nina Martinez, Staff Writer
February 5, 2020
Currently, the sale of CBD is legal in Texas, while the sale of marijuana remains illegal. Cosmic Cowboy is a smoke shop and boutique on South Congress Avenue that sells a variety of CBD products and smoking accessories.

Clearing up the smoke on Austin marijuana laws: New resolution sparks disagreement

Nina Martinez, Staff Writer
February 5, 2020
The HOOF and CARES funds were established to serve students. While the campus is empty, these funds are to provide financial aid to students affected by COVID-19.

New year brings new initiatives following #YourMoveSEU

Gracie Watt, Staff Writer
February 5, 2020
Friends and Allies brewing was founded by Ben Sabin and Devon Ponds. The company focuses on West Coast brewing techniques that are suitable for Austin's warm and summery weather.

St. Edward’s gets history lesson on Austin craft brewing industry at Hillhops event

John Walker, Life and Arts Editor
February 4, 2020
Gov. Greg Abbott says that Austin "doesn't have the leadership" to provide solutions for the ongoing homelessness crisis. Austin City Hall is located in downtown Austin on 301 W 2nd Street.

Multiple stabbings spark dispute between Mayor Adler and Gov. Abbott over homelessness crisis

Nina Martinez, Staff Writer
February 4, 2020
The Health and Counseling Center is located near Johnson Hall. It is not clear whether they offer STD treatment or sexual health information.

High STD rates in Austin raise concerns over sex education at university health centers

Sammy Jo Cienfuegos, Viewpoints Editor
January 28, 2020
Students had the opportunity to learn about different clubs on campus at last week's Involvement Fair. Some clubs that tabled were PRIDE, SEU Cheer, a variety of club sports and more.

Students gather in Ragsdale Center to learn about clubs offered on campus at annual Involvement Fair

Audrey Cahak, Reporter
January 27, 2020
The Recreation and Athletic Center opened on Jan. 13 at 7 a.m. The RecWell staff was preparing for the grand opening at several days' worth of trainings the week before.

RCC reopens as RAC, emphasizes wellness and mental health

Christine Sanchez, News Editor
January 27, 2020
Lisa Kirkpatrick sent an email to the student body regarding the new fee earlier this semester. The school plans to implement the fee starting in the fall 2020 semester.

New comprehensive fee to be added to student bill, will replace prior fees

Katya Melchor, Staff Writer
January 27, 2020
Jones Auditorium filled to capacity following an announcement SGA and IOU made Monday. Attendees sat on the floor and stood at the back of the room due to overflow.

Administration addresses sexual misconduct protocol following #YourMoveSEU movement

Matthew San Martin, Gianni Zorrilla, Christine Sanchez, and Myrka Moreno
December 6, 2019
Pease Elementary is the oldest continually-operating school in Texas. The AISD school board voted to close it along with Metz, Brooke and Sims.

AISD votes to close 4 Austin elementary schools during board meeting

Nina Martinez, Staff Writer
December 3, 2019
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