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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

OSWIECIM, POLAND - NOVEMBER 15:   The infamous German inscription that reads 'Work Makes Free' at the main gate of the Auschwitz I extermination camp on November 15, 2014 in Oswiecim, Poland. Ceremonies marking the 70th anniversary of the liberation o

Unpacking ‘The Zone of Interest’: a masterpiece beyond convention

Ray Rodriguez, Staff Writer February 13, 2024

    Spoiler warning: This article contains spoilers for the movie “The Zone of Interest.” About a decade ago, Michael Haneke, a renowned German auteur filmmaker known for world...

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...

Decoding Rate My Professors

Decoding Rate My Professors

Lauren Hernandez, Assistant Arts & Life Editor February 13, 2024

If you are a college student and have yet to hear of Ratemyprofessors.com (RMP), you must be living off-grid and somehow stumbled upon The Paisano.  If the above is true, you should know that RMP is...

‘Poor Things’: the beauty in the bizarre

‘Poor Things’: the beauty in the bizarre

Ezequiel Peña, Contributor February 13, 2024

    The story of “Frankenstein” is not ancient, but it certainly feels like it. Mary Shelley’s tale of a man’s obsession to reanimate the dead has been adapted and twisted so...

Mi Tierra Cafe: where culture and flavor flourish

Mi Tierra Cafe: where culture and flavor flourish

Enrique Figueroa, Contributor February 13, 2024

Mi Tierra Cafe y Panaderia is a restaurant at El Mercado in San Antonio that is rich in culture and flavor. It was founded in 1941 by Pedro and Cruz Cortez when they merely had 10 tables. Since then, the...

How to prepare your wallet for post-grad

How to prepare your wallet for post-grad

Chloe Williams, Managing Editor February 13, 2024

Embarking on post-college life is both exhilarating and challenging. Navigating job hunting, student loan payments and handling life changes can be mentally and financially taxing. If you feel stressed...

Star-studded halftime show steals the Super Bowl

Star-studded halftime show steals the Super Bowl

Noah Hernandez, Contributor February 13, 2024

    Usher’s Super Bowl LVIII​​ halftime show was a star-studded affair whose only sin was leaving the viewers wanting more. With the likes of Alicia Keys, H.E.R. Ludacris and...

Exploring Texan tales

Exploring Texan tales

Naydine De La Fuente, Copyediting Coordinator February 13, 2024

So much history lies within the state of Texas, and the “Boundless: Storytelling in Texas Book Arts” exhibit at UTSA gives people the opportunity to witness various pieces depicting its stories....

Anything but this movie

Anything but this movie

Laynie Clark, Editor-in-Chief February 6, 2024

      “There’s no way we can convince anyone we actually like each other.” After following the sexually charged press tour, fans were itching to see the newest romantic...

'Argylle:' The cat should have stayed in the bag

‘Argylle:’ The cat should have stayed in the bag

Ezequiel Pena, Contributor February 6, 2024

      When it comes to movies that start the year, Hollywood distributes films they do not think will make much money. Rarely do they send out films that are made with a higher...

‘Ferrari’: a ‘Marriage Story’ for car people

‘Ferrari’: a ‘Marriage Story’ for car people

Marcela Montufar Soria, Multimedia Editor February 6, 2024

      Spoiler warning: This article discusses spoilers for “Ferrari.” Starring Adam Driver as Enzo Ferrari, founder of car manufacturer and racing team Scuderia Ferrari,...

Let the music get harsher

Let the music get harsher

Malaki Lingg, Web Editor February 6, 2024

Local shows are a part of what makes or breaks a music scene. A lack of shows or talent, and you may have a dying scene on your hands. Luckily, the dark club scene in Texas is being kept alive...

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