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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

Christ and coffee

Christ and coffee

Bria Collins, Contributor September 26, 2023

Sometimes the comfort of home can be difficult to obtain while studying at the JPL, but oftentimes we cannot go home due to distractions. According to Edutopia, 80% to 95% of students practice procrastination,...

Top five record stores in San Antonio

Top five record stores in San Antonio

Logan Martinez, Staff Writer September 5, 2023

As vinyl collecting grows more and more each day, it is helpful to know the best places to find the vinyl of your dreams. Depending on what genre you are looking for, it always helps to know where to look....

Top three local San Antonio bookstores

Top three local San Antonio bookstores

Laynie Clark, Managing Editor March 21, 2023

Thanks to TikTok, people who have never been interested in reading have started branching into the world of words. This is exciting for seasoned book lovers because they now have a new pool of people to...

Black-owned music studio welcomes aspiring artists

Black-owned music studio welcomes aspiring artists

Amber Serio, Contributor February 14, 2023

San Antonio offers a wide range of diverse Black-owned businesses. Choosing to support a Black-owned business is a simple yet impactful way to contribute to the current fight for racial equality. So, in...

Embracing nerdy nightlife

Embracing nerdy nightlife

Chloe Williams, Web and Social Editor February 7, 2023

Opened just eight months ago in San Antonio’s historic deco district, Black Potion tabletop gaming tavern provides a safe space for everyone regardless of their gaming abilities. Not only does Black...

Empowering women one collective at a time

Empowering women one collective at a time

Genevieve Vega, Distribution Manager January 31, 2023

“Hello Gorgeous” illuminates the extraordinary store with a clear sign of support and empowerment for local female entrepreneurs. Elysia Collective Co., located off of Wurzbach Rd., is a small storefront...

Both ethical and economical

Both ethical and economical

Lauren Hernandez, Contributor January 31, 2023

Hash Vegan Eats serves as a striking contrast to much of San Antonio. When I arrived on a Friday afternoon there was a rowdy event going on across the street that was typical of most South Texas gatherings....

Stranded Coffee: An oasis of blends

Stranded Coffee: An oasis of blends

Naydine De La Fuente, Contributor January 31, 2023

Coffee is one of the most essential and delicious delicacies a college student can enjoy. It is there for comfort during the long tireless nights and provides motivation in the early mornings. San Antonio...

Baked delights at Panadería Jiménez

Baked delights at Panadería Jiménez

Sam Wendorf, Staff Writer January 24, 2023

Rating: 4.8 stars On Fredericksburg Road lies a traditional Mexican bakery called Panadería Jiménez. It is a lovely place tucked amid small shops and theaters. Upon walking in, visitors are greeted...

‘Snail Society’ pop-up shop

‘Snail Society’ pop-up shop

Malaki Lingg, Assistant Web and Social Editor October 18, 2022

San Antonio has a thriving local music scene full of genres such as country, metal, indie and most importantly, punk. As a genre, punk rock is described as an overt, loud, political and DIY culture. Snail...

A place to heal and feel

A place to heal and feel

Laynie Clark, Managing Editor October 11, 2022

After discovering her deep attraction for raw crystals at the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), Heidi Maguire began her journey toward owning her own artisan gem and stone shop. From jewelry and...

‘Hikari Coffee Co.’

‘Hikari Coffee Co.’

Eunice Rodriguez, Contributing Writer October 10, 2022

Offering freshly roasted coffee, Hikari Coffee Co. brings a taste of Latin and African coffee to San Antonio. At just 17 years old, UTSA alumna Elaine Oyama started Hikari Coffee Co. with a coffee roaster...

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