It’s 60 degrees outside, the department store sales are in full swing and that gingerbread spice latte is back in stock. It can only mean one thing. The holidays are here. Those festive red Starbucks cups are instantly recognizable but have been the object of some controversy lately. Since when […]
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Making the Most Out of Your Meal Plan
The semester is almost over and many of us are just now realizing that there are still $400 in our Crooker meal plan left. For some, it may be even more. Guinan Hall Residents of the University of St. Thomas had to, prior to the start of the semester, select […]
“Campus Carry” Discussion Opened to UST Students
Photo Courtesy / SGA The decision for the university to opt in or out of the recently passed Texas “campus carry” law will be announced by UST President Robert Ivany by the end of December. The “campus carry” law allows anyone with a concealed handgun license to bring their concealed […]
Introducing: The Hunts
Photo Credit to Paper City Music Festival Coming from Chesapeake, VA, this group consists of seven brothers and sisters who recently released their latest album, “Those Younger Days”, out in June. This indie folk group are making incredible progress with their music. We definitely recommend you to take a […]
Meeting up with Mandolin Orange
Photo by Alex Loops Coming from North Carolina, this duo, consisting of Emily Franz and Andrew Marlin, are a country, folk and bluegrass band. They released their newest album, “Such Jubilee,” in May and we were lucky enough to sit down with them at Austin City Limits and talk […]
October: Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Photo Courtesty / Ted Fu October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. It is a time of solidarity aimed at increasing awareness of breast cancer and garnering support for early detection and treatment for this disease. This is also a time to celebrate survivors of breast cancer and enhance funding for […]
Introducing the Sugar + Hi Lows
Photo by the Sugar + Hi Lows Coming up from Nashville, Tennessee, this country duo has been making killer country music for ages before getting together. Their newest album “High Roller” came out in June, and we have to say it’s definitely one to listen to. We sat […]
Making a Weary Day’s Wardrobe
Photo Courtesy from Hawa Patel/Instagram @HawaaPatel As the weather changes, classes pick up and you forget what sleeping feels like you might be tempted to throw on the same oversized sweater you had the good mind to buy in three different colors with the same leggings and flats. “I don’t […]
Is SGA President Diego Lagos keeping his campaign promises?
The SGA, under the leadership of President Diego Lagos, has been working on a myriad of initiatives for the current school year. Free printing, dining services, student involvement and student lounge renovations were topics Lagos addressed. SGA Printing Station located in the 'Fish Bowl' in Crooker. Sarah Oyarce / The […]
The Story of Sicario
Photo Courtesy from Lionsgate Entertainment Sicario hit theaters in limited release earlier this month. Many critics had high hopes for this movie, and it didn’t disappoint. Critics are praising it for its thrilling scenes, engaging acting and the wonderful directing by Denis Villeneuve. The movie stars actress Emily Blunt as […]