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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

Emerging artistic voices at UTSA

Emerging artistic voices at UTSA

Christopher Delgado, Copyediting Coordinator April 29, 2025

The Russell Hills Rogers Gallery, located at the UTSA Southwest Campus, showcases the artworks of students in the Masters of Fine Arts program from April 25 to May 10. The exhibition features artists...

The room where it happens

The room where it happens

Marcela Montufar Soria, Opinion Editor April 29, 2025

Spoiler Warning Edward Berger’s political thriller “Conclave” released in October 2024, but has recently gained traction in the aftermath of Pope Francis’ passing. The film is based on Robert...

Having a good bloody time with UTSA Student Theatre

Having a good bloody time with UTSA Student Theatre

Jackie Cardona, Staff Writer April 29, 2025

Many know of Dracula’s tales and the horror of vampires, with their weakness to garlic and the sun. UTSA Student Theatre and its talented cast put a twist on Bram Stoker’s “Dracula.” They...

What happened at Austin Psych Fest 2025?

What happened at Austin Psych Fest 2025?

Malaki Lingg, Arts & Life Editor April 29, 2025

  Just 88 miles from UTSA’s Main Campus, the Austin-based promoter Resound brought together a phenomenal group of artists to perform at Austin Psych Fest 2025. With big names such as Godspeed!...

Closing with a grand finale

Closing with a grand finale

Sarah Quintanilla, Assistant Graphics Editor April 29, 2025

Countless flower bouquets filled the recital hall as families gathered to watch the orchestral performance “Enigma.” The tumultuous sound of people greeting and instruments tuning brings excitement...

Retro Reviews: The importance of being ‘Moonstruck’

Retro Reviews: The importance of being ‘Moonstruck’

Sarah Quintanilla, Assistant Graphics Editor April 28, 2025

The moon has been a muse for some of the most iconic pieces of media in history — such as Georges Méliès’ silent film “A Trip to the Moon,” Neil Young’s discography, and “The Dark Side of...

Repetition Damages This ‘Puzzle’

Repetition Damages This ‘Puzzle’

Raul Martinez, Web Editor April 22, 2025

Puzzle’s “Damage Collection” offers listeners a fascinating experience, with eccentric lo-fi beats, ethereal synth and punky elements. The seventh release from Fletcher Shears’s solo project shows...

‘Sinners’ is the movie Ryan Coogler was born to make

‘Sinners’ is the movie Ryan Coogler was born to make

Ezequiel Peña, Staff Writer April 22, 2025

Ryan Coogler has established his name primarily through franchises. After making his debut feature film, “Fruitvale Station,” in 2013 he went on to direct and write for major franchises, such as...

Falling Short of Heaven

Falling Short of Heaven

Audrey Villar, Contributor April 22, 2025

In the modern pop world, mainstream music has become bland, characterised by repetitive, soulless choruses that often lack emotional nuance. Rock band Scowl — fronted by vocalist Kat Moss — deviates...

Honoring the late Michael Tracy with “Elegy of Distance”

Honoring the late Michael Tracy with “Elegy of Distance”

Jackie Cardona, Staff Writer April 22, 2025

  “Elegy of Distance” honors Michael Tracy’s artistic legacy. His work emphasizes empathy, thoughtful exchange and healing as viewers consider faith, ritual, immigration and the environment....

Breaking the boundaries of comics

Breaking the boundaries of comics

Christopher Delgado, Copyediting Coordinator April 15, 2025

Miles Morales, Laura Kinney and Jamie Reyes have redefined iconic superhero mantles by infusing their masks with the nuances of Latinidad. Gabe Garcia and Micha Bornstein’s “Borders, Bleeds, Margins...

“Clarity in Ginkgo”

“Clarity in Ginkgo”

Olivia Lliteras, Contributor April 15, 2025

Longtime British indie band Panchiko, which has gained newfound popularity in recent years, ventures into many different genres in their newest album “Ginkgo.” Released on April 4, this is Panchiko’s...

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