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Lola Claire

Lola Claire, Assistant Life & Arts Editor

Lola Claire is a junior writing and rhetoric major with a concentration in creative writing and a double-minor in Journalism and Digital Storytelling. This is her second year working with "Hilltop Views" and first semester assisting the Life & Arts section. Previously, she has spent time with "Hilltop Views" as a Staff Writer. She is quite excited for this opportunity to learn and grow as a journalist. Lola loves writing, digital media, playing the piano and learning new things. She hopes to bring something new to the table and make meaningful connections along the way!

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In Mary Moody Northen Theater’s second show of the season, “The Wolves,” a group of girls take on more than just a rival team.

MMNT’s latest production brings soccer to the stage, highlights femininity

Lola Claire, Assistant Life & Arts Editor
November 15, 2023
This production of “Antigonick” is put on by Mary Moody Northen Theater and directed by Alex Bassiakou Shaw.

REVIEW: MMNT’s production of “Antigonick” acts as easy entertainment with a splash of awkward modern touches

Lola Claire, Assistant Life & Arts Editor
September 26, 2023
Fleck Hall stands at the outer edge of campus closest to South Congress Avenue. It offers a multitude of classroom and meeting spaces for students, faculty and staff to take full advantage of. Once construction concludes, it will house a portion of the universitys new nursing program.

Construction to begin in Fleck Hall

Lola Claire and Max Hoelker
September 25, 2023
ELECTIONS: An inside look at presidential candidate Mikayla Pastrano

ELECTIONS: An inside look at presidential candidate Mikayla Pastrano

Lola Claire, Assistant Life & Arts Editor
September 24, 2023
Donna Beuk, Ph.D., discusses plans, potential for new nursing program

Donna Beuk, Ph.D., discusses plans, potential for new nursing program

Lola Claire, Assistant Life & Arts Editor
September 6, 2023
“Luchadora!” premieres tomorrow night and runs through April 23. Evening performances start at 7:30 p.m. Two matinee performances are also running on April 16 and 23 at 2 p.m.

Guest director dives into the details of MMNT’s upcoming show

Lola Claire, Staff Writer
April 12, 2023
One of many fun games that drew longer lines was this balloon dart game. Not as easy as it sounds, many people waited in long lines to take a shot at the small balloons on the wall, quickly getting right back in line to try again.

Hillfest 2023

Lola Claire, Staff Writer
April 4, 2023
Kat Devitt and other Attendees standing at the entrance of the event.

Senior photography majors showcase exposition “In Search Of” with themes of identity, discovery

Lola Claire, Staff Writer
March 29, 2023
Chantal and Ian running the stand for Chantal Ceramics, a local ceramic shop.

SXSW hosts craft, design fair open to the public

Lola Claire, Staff Writer
March 22, 2023
Peer Health Educators, Valentina Sarmiento and Madelyn Chronister, held the Healthy Relationships event to educate students on effective communication styles and interpersonal relationships.

Peer Health Educators promote healthy relationships through pop-up tabling

Lola Claire, Staff Writer
March 8, 2023
The stage is set; during the second week of the shows premiere, MMNT enthusiasts gathered in the crowd and anticipate the shows start. Soft blue lights dimly light the stages floor, with set pieces and props ready for use.

REVIEW: MMNT’s “Godspell” spells fun and maybe good

Lola Claire and Melissa Gunning
March 2, 2023
Many graduating seniors are concerned about current commencement plans and are calling for changes.

Seniors express concerns about current graduation plans, call for better accessibility

Lola Claire and Claire Lawrence
February 15, 2023
Residents were left without heat, Wi-Fi and heat for nearly seven days until Austin Energy was able to reinstate power.

Maryhill and Hilltopper Heights residents left without power for days, relocated to Teresa Hall

Lola Claire, Staff Writer
February 13, 2023
A picnic table beloging to the theatre department that sits decorated with the signatures and doodles of past and present students and performers.

MMNT to open “Godspell” as first production of the semester

Lola Claire, Staff Writer
January 31, 2023
In the case of an emergency, there is a task center on myHilltop called “Sexual Misconduct / Title IX,” or you can reach the Title IX page at the bottom of St. Edward’s University’s homepage.

Newly proposed Title IX regulations under review by U.S. Department of Education

Lola Claire, Staff Writer
January 30, 2023
Gerad Sandate puts together his s’more after roasting a marshmallow on the fire with friends.

S’mores night allows students to reconnect after winter break

Lola Claire, Staff Writer
January 23, 2023
Students gather at the craft table to partake in a variety of artistic outlets, including bracelet making and painting.

SEU Pride hosts before-finals craft night for students

Lola Claire, Staff Writer
November 25, 2022
Students participate in mock business pitches, receive advice from professionals

Students participate in mock business pitches, receive advice from professionals

Lola Claire, Staff Writer
November 23, 2022
Raveena Devjee, sophomore, visits the writing booth at the First To Goat Fest.

Campus recognizes first-generation students with week-long celebration

Lola Claire, Staff Writer
November 15, 2022
OPINION: Elon Musks vision for uncensored speech invites bigotry, contention

OPINION: Elon Musk’s vision for uncensored speech invites bigotry, contention

Lola Claire, Staff Writer
November 11, 2022
SEU mascot poses for their close-up.

Tailgating event commemorates homecoming tradition, raises money for various student-led organizations

Lola Claire, Staff Writer
November 1, 2022
Benoit poses for the camera with his toppers up and sporting an SEU Royal banner. This is his second time on homecoming court.

Students honored as homecoming royals during Casino Night

Lola Claire, Staff Writer
November 1, 2022
The Mabee Ballrooms transformed into a welcoming environment for the LGBTQ+ community to express themselves freely. Some of the performers discussed how they could feel the love and support exude in the room. Creating a safe space for self-expression and connection since the beginning of the pandemic.

Queer Week Recap: How St. Edward’s fosters inclusive LGBTQ+ communities across campus

Sienna Wight and Lola Claire
November 1, 2022
OPINION: People are starting to get a taste of who the real Kanye West is

OPINION: People are starting to get a taste of who the real Kanye West is

Lola Claire, Staff Writer
October 28, 2022
Lisa Kirkpatrick, Vice President for Student Affairs embarks on conversations centered around inclusion and the queer experience on campus.

Students, faculty gather at the seal to honor National Coming Out Day

Lola Claire, Staff Writer
October 18, 2022
Hern pulls off a whimsical outfit that has turned them into a campus celebrity at SEU. Hern shows off their top hat, decorated with white and black flowers and completes the look with a pair of circle sunglasses.

Student adjusts to newfound attention thanks to creative fashion choices

Lola Claire, Reporter
October 3, 2022
Students gather on the dance floor as the event wraps up to dance with each other and let loose as the night comes to a close.

First Queer welcome event gives students the chance to dance the night away

Lola Claire, Reporter
September 26, 2022
Lara ordering coffee at Dear Diary Coffees register.

Coffee shop offers $1 drip coffee to local artists every week

Lola Claire, Reporter
September 12, 2022
Instructor Jazmine Collins leads students through a Spin class, Monday, Aug. 22.

RecWell morning spin classes start off the week right

Lola Claire, Reporter
September 7, 2022
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