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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

People and pollinators alike flood Brackenridge Park

People and pollinators alike flood Brackenridge Park

Noah Schwencke, Staff Writer October 8, 2024

Brackenridge Park was buzzing with activity this past weekend as San Antonio commemorated the ninth annual Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Festival. Taking place right outside the San Antonio Zoo,...

Tacos, Trivia and Togetherness: Unity in Culture

Tacos, Trivia and Togetherness: Unity in Culture

Christopher Delgado, Staff Writer October 1, 2024

Tacos and pan dulce for Saturday breakfast is the perfect way to ensure everyone is having a good time. This past weekend, Opportunity Home hosted Unity in Culture: A Hispanic Heritage Community Fest...

What is going on this Hispanic Heritage Month?

What is going on this Hispanic Heritage Month?

Daria Tanase, Contributor September 17, 2024

Hispanic Heritage Month is a nationwide holiday that takes place from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. The month focuses on highlighting Latino and Hispanic-American culture. This in part is to celebrate Mexico’s...

Practicing commitment during the month of tranquility

Practicing commitment during the month of tranquility

Ruben Solis, Graphic Artist April 9, 2024

In March, the new moon starts Ramadan, and for one month, over a billion people use these 30 days to reflect and set goals for the rest of the year. It is important to recognize the purpose of this month....

The history of Women’s History Month

The history of Women’s History Month

Elizabeth Hope, Staff Writer March 19, 2024

Women’s History Month celebrates and recognizes the incredible achievements made by women in the past, present and future. Women are often overlooked, undermined and unappreciated. The goal is to honor...

A pouring success

A pouring success

Kelsey Zientek, Contributor March 5, 2024

On March 2, San Antonio’s 11th Annual “Coffee Festival” decorated the grounds of Travis Park with coffee, sunlight and anticipation as a line of attendees enveloped the perimeter. Coffee enthusiasts...

The celebration of diversity through creativity

The celebration of diversity through creativity

Elizabeth Hope, Staff Writer March 5, 2024

For over 75 years, the Carver Community Cultural Center has been serving the Eastside of San Antonio. The mission of the Carver Community Cultural Center is to “celebrate the diverse cultures of our...

UTSA celebrates fifth Journée de la Francophonie

UTSA celebrates fifth Journée de la Francophonie

Juan Manuel Rocha Gómez, Contributor February 27, 2024

On Feb. 24, 2024, UTSA celebrated its fifth annual Journée de la Francophonie, a celebration of the French language in all its variations and the diverse cultures of its speakers. The event aims to foster...

Local ways to celebrate Black History Month

Local ways to celebrate Black History Month

Laynie Clark, Editor-in-Chief February 20, 2024

As February unfolds, the San Antonio and UTSA communities are ablaze with cultural richness and artistic expression as Black History Month is celebrated throughout the city. The communities have banded...

Black-owned businesses to support for Black History Month

Black-owned businesses to support for Black History Month

Haley Aguayo, Assistant News Editor February 20, 2024

San Antonio is a city widely perceived as a Latin city. While its name has Latin roots, many different cultures, such as Black and African cultures, flourish in San Antonio. Between visits to art exhibits,...

Year of the Dragon

Year of the Dragon

Haley Aguayo, Assistant Sports Editor February 13, 2024

Feb. 10 was the first day of the Lunar New Year for many Asian cultures worldwide. Each year brings a sense of renewal, a transition from seasons, an opportunity to celebrate with loved ones and recognition...

Indigenous artists to listen to this Native American Heritage Month

Indigenous artists to listen to this Native American Heritage Month

Lauren Hernandez, Assistant Arts & Life Editor November 21, 2023

November is Native American Heritage Month, and a great way to honor Indigenous peoples and learn more about their history is through music. Below, we highlight some fantastic musicians to listen to this...

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