Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Institute of Texan Cultures to be torn down and relocated

Institute of Texan Cultures to be torn down and relocated

Logan Martinez, Staff Writer April 9, 2024

After 64 years of service, UTSA announced its plans to tear down the Texas Pavillion and relocate the Institute of Texan Cultures (ITC) in 2025. Following a decision made by the university on Wednesday,...

Gov. Abbott unveils strategy for enforcing SB 17

Gov. Abbott unveils strategy for enforcing SB 17

Maria Wence, Staff Writer April 9, 2024

On Jan. 1, SB 17  went into effect, preventing higher institutions in education from having diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) offices. In addition, it bans institutions from considering race, sex,...

SGA and student organizations clash over funding issues

SGA and student organizations clash over funding issues

Malaki Lingg, Web Editor April 2, 2024

The Student Government Association (SGA) runs a reimbursement program entitled the Leaderfund. Its main purpose is to provide financial support for registered student organizations that “host events...

UT Health unveils new medical facility

UT Health unveils new medical facility

Elizabeth Hope, Staff Writer April 2, 2024

On Mar. 25, “UTSA and UT Health San Antonio officials welcomed the opening of the new facility located at UTSA Park West Campus.” The building is called UT Health at Kyle Seale Parkway and is a “five-story,...

The Little Runner, a new way to travel downtown

The Little Runner, a new way to travel downtown

Naydine De La Fuente, Copyediting Coordinator April 2, 2024

In an attempt to enhance accessibility on its expanding Downtown Campus, UTSA partnered with Centro San Antonio to launch The Little Runner. This new mode of transportation is a free, on-demand e-shuttle...

State of the City: Week of 4/2

State of the City: Week of 4/2

Dustin Vickers, Photo Editor April 2, 2024

Not subscribed to local news but still want to stay up-to-date on the happenings around town? Look no further. Highlighting notable stories from external San Antonio news sources, State of the City summarizes...

SGA President Zachary Nepote reflects on his presidency

SGA President Zachary Nepote reflects on his presidency

Malaki Lingg, Web Editor April 2, 2024

As Spring Commencement approaches, students in senior standing at the University of Texas at San Antonio reflect on their academic journey, with Zachary Nepote, the Student Government Association (SGA)...

Israel Exposition showcases nation’s heritage

Israel Exposition showcases nation’s heritage

Faith Kouadio, Staff Writer April 2, 2024

On March 26, outside of the Student Union, Hillel San Antonio hosted the Israel Expo, an exhibition of Israel’s history, culture, government and international output. Under a tent, visitors were...

Ongoing FAFSA issues cause a decrease in applications

Ongoing FAFSA issues cause a decrease in applications

Lauren Hernandez, Assistant Arts & Life Editor April 2, 2024

Due to ongoing issues with the 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the percentage of students completing the form has decreased, and the Department of Education is recommending that...

Sexual assault, stalking, harassment

Sexual assault, stalking, harassment

Laynie Clark, Editor-in-Chief April 2, 2024

In compliance with the Clery Act, UTSA keeps a public daily crime log that houses all on-campus crimes. The log summarizes the case’s date, time, location, incident and current status. The crimes detailed...

Texas immigration law oversteps U.S. government

Texas immigration law oversteps U.S. government

Noah Willoughby, Staff Writer March 26, 2024

Governor Greg Abbott signed a bill late last year that would allow state and local authorities to arrest people who they believe are suspicious of crossing the Texas-Mexico border illegally. The bill is...

Research Recap: March

Research Recap: March

Chris Olvera, Contributor March 26, 2024

This February, UTSA faculty and students have been at work in a variety of subjects. This month’s Research Recap details the endeavors of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology professor Dr. Jesus Romo...

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