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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

Anna Ovalle - the woman who can do it all

Anna Ovalle – the woman who can do it all

Sofia Mejia, Magazine Editor April 29, 2025

This is a story of how pursuing interests can prove to be successful. Ovalle has never stuck to just one interest; she is a stylist, photographer, current master’s student in communications at UTSA–...

Tradition reigns supreme at Fiesta Fiesta

Tradition reigns supreme at Fiesta Fiesta

Christopher Delgado, Copyediting Coordinator April 29, 2025

Lines of attendees form behind vendors doing giveaways as the Fort Sam 323d Army Band’s “35 to Nowhere” reverberates throughout the air. Festivalgoers adorning fiesta medals, comically large...

Fiesta’s 50 years of fine arts

Fiesta’s 50 years of fine arts

Sofia Mejia, Magazine Editor April 29, 2025

Fiesta is officially underway, with the annual Fiesta Arts Fair celebrating its 50th year this past Saturday. At the fundraising event supporting UTSA arts, the city of San Antonio “partied with...

Straight outta the Deli

Straight outta the Deli

Michael Morales, Staff Writer April 29, 2025

Leading a life worth living inspires many to venture into the great unknown. This is especially true of actor Saagar Shaikh, who did not allow comfort to take hold. Amidst career uncertainty and minority...

Laika Cheesecakes blends flavors, community and culture

Laika Cheesecakes blends flavors, community and culture

Kara Lee, Graphic Editor April 29, 2025

Laika Cheesecakes & Espresso has gained a dedicated social following with its signature cheesecake jars and celebration of Ukrainian heritage. Founded in 2020 by Ukraine-born Anna Afanasieva, the...

Spring collections straight from the Garden

Spring collections straight from the Garden

Sofia Mejia, Magazine Editor April 29, 2025

San Antonio’s fashion scene is blossoming thanks to the joint efforts of Fashion Business Network, San Antonio’s government and talented artists. The San Antonio Botanical Garden kicked off Fiesta...

Earth Day market event at the House

Earth Day market event at the House

Marisela Cruz, Assistant News Editor April 22, 2025

Brothers Jared and Josh Ramos hosted a block party event dedicated to Earth Day with messages of sustainable and ethical living through fashion, food and plant vendors among the community. The Ramos’...

Vintage drip is only a short trip away at Rag Parlor

Vintage drip is only a short trip away at Rag Parlor

Sofia Mejia, Magazine Editor April 22, 2025

Strolling up to the local thrift stores, scouring the racks and finding a vintage piece is the highlight of any thrift trip. However, this moment of joy is getting increasingly rare with the influx...

House of Monsters is a shrine to all things scary

House of Monsters is a shrine to all things scary

Kara Lee, Graphic Editor April 15, 2025

House of Monsters has quickly become San Antonio’s go-to destination for horror enthusiasts. As the official home of Famous Monsters of Filmland, the shop offers an extensive selection of horror-inspired...

Austin Psych Fest brings Dinosaur Jr., Strfkr and more

Austin Psych Fest brings Dinosaur Jr., Strfkr and more

Christopher Delgado, Copyediting Coordinator April 10, 2025

The Austin Psych Fest returns for its third year at the Far Out Lounge, at 8504 South Congress Ave., Austin, TX, on April 25-27. The festival kicks off with preshows on Thursday, April 24. Etran...

San Antonio’s haven for music lovers

San Antonio’s haven for music lovers

Kara Lee, Graphic Editor April 8, 2025

Robot Monsters Guitars has been a go-to destination for musicians and music enthusiasts since 2008, located at 609 E Dewey Pl. San Antonio, TX 78212. Co-owner Joe Cutthroat, who started the business...

Literature and art dominate San Antonio’s heritage

Literature and art dominate San Antonio’s heritage

Christopher Delgado, Copyediting Coordinator April 8, 2025

The Novel Ideas Book Fair returns to the Contemporary at Blue Star. The fair showcases local publishers, writers and artists while allowing for a chance to engage in conversations about community,...

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