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Hilltop Views
The Student News Site of St. Edward's University

Hilltop Views
The Student News Site of St. Edward's University

Hilltop Views
“As someone who is already an experienced senior, I would say if you’re coming to a new city, a new country, first of all, don't be afraid to ask for help,” International Student Association President Melody said. “People will help you. People don’t bite. They will help you if you need help. My recommendation, get involved as soon as possible. When you get to campus, do stuff you like and go searching. If there’s something that you like but they are not doing it, create your own. Start building your own. That's something that will impress a lot of people. And if you're feeling homesick, reach out to fellow internationals. They will tell you the same experience. They will help you out.”

From arrival to belonging, upperclassmen international students reflect on their journey, organizations, services that guided them

Gabrielle Caumon and Anna Pratts
May 23, 2025
St. Edward's has 3% more international students than the national average.

International first-year students share initial struggles, personal solutions for adjusting to campus life

Gabrielle Caumon and Anna Pratts
May 1, 2025
The samba dancers, in brilliant blue regalia, take center stage of Ragsdale Lawn. samba is very rhythmic, and moves to a heavy drum beat. There are many variations of samba, but the dancers did not specify which style they used.

A microcosm of Latin America’s spring festival comes to the hilltop

Max Hoelker, Copy Editor
March 27, 2025
Hilltop Readers provided numerous options for “Blind Date with a Book.” Each book was creatively wrapped and decorated with a small description of the content, such as genre and number of pages.

Student organizations host on-campus market, raise funds for future projects

Zemira Recio, Staff Writer
March 15, 2025
Women’s basketball head coach J.J. Riehl reflected on this season coinciding with the 50th anniversary of women’s sports on the hilltop. “I think women's basketball and women's sports in general, but specifically women's basketball, there's a huge growth in the popularity in how many people are watching it and how many people are endorsing it and how many people are supporting it,” Riehl said. “I think it's just a huge, unbelievable time to be a part of women's basketball. I think all of that just comes back to an overwhelming sense of gratitude that I get to do this at a place that I truly love. And yeah, it's going to be a cool year. Lots of cool celebrations, lots of cool alums coming back throughout the year. I'm just excited, honestly, I'm excited to showcase our team… so proud of them, not just as basketball players, but as leaders and human beings. And so I couldn't be more proud to be the 50th year with this group. I think St. Ed's basketball is in great hands with them.”

PRESEASON: Women’s basketball gears up for historic 50th season of SEU women’s sports

Hailey Womack, News Editor
November 8, 2024
A series of half marathon finishers. With the State Capitol Building in the background, the marathon has a sense of grandeur worthy of the Lone Star State. The divider to the right separates the half marathon finishers from the full.

32nd Austin Marathon takes off, hilltoppers embrace decades-long city tradition

Max Hoelker, Copy Editor
February 19, 2024
“This is a great spot,” Clarissa Cavazos said. “I love this area because you see most of the campus and the fire brings it all together. I heard about this event when I was by Meadows Cafe and it’s a great place to tell people about these kinds of events. I look forward to more events like this one.”

Hilltoppers gather for social s’mores night

Jose De Luna, Staff Writer
February 6, 2024
SEU player Bailey Featherstone attempts to score while surrounded by three TLU players.

Women’s basketball home opener makes history for Division III opponents

Jack Connolly, Staff Writer
November 22, 2023
Eighthman senior Vincent Villanueva traveling the ball towards the St. Edwards end-zone. The Eighthman is responsible for aiding the scrum, when the eight biggest players from each side try to get the ball. At the end of the scrum, the eighthman can get the ball and run it.

Rugby club finally plays on the hilltop and wins 67-0 against University of Texas at Dallas

Tate Burchfield, Staff Writer
November 13, 2023
A single Hilltopper from the women's volleyball team battles two Eastern New Mexico University blockers at the net.

GAME DAY: SEU women’s volleyball sweeps Greyhounds in 3-0 victory

Sarah Armosky, Reporter
October 10, 2023
Graduate midfielder Todd Fuller faces two St. Thomas defenders.

GAME DAY: Men’s soccer scores first two goals of the season in a thrilling game against St. Thomas

Anna Pratts, Staff Writer
September 18, 2023
St. Edward's and Travis Heights students gather in the Recreation and Athletics Center.

Women’s basketball team mentors students from Travis Heights for another year

Hailey Womack, Staff Writer
September 18, 2023
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