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Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

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Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

UTSA takes initiative to join in federal AI safety

UTSA takes initiative to join in federal AI safety

Alessandra Avila, Assistant News Editor March 18, 2024

 UTSA recently joined a government collaboration devoted to promoting AI safety. The U.S. Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute Consortium (AISIC) aims to bring together government, university and...

Former SAPD officer eludes attempted murder charge

Former SAPD officer eludes attempted murder charge

Laynie Clark, Editor-in-Chief March 7, 2024

In 2022, a national outrage occurred when 17-year-old Erik Cantu was shot by former SAPD officer James Brennand in a McDonald’s parking lot. Yesterday, it was announced that Brennand is no longer facing...

San Antonio gathers to mourn Aaron Bushnell

San Antonio gathers to mourn Aaron Bushnell

Amber Serio, News Editor March 5, 2024

Mourners gathered Friday evening in San Antonio's historic San Pedro Springs Park for a candlelight vigil to commemorate and mourn the loss of Senior Airman Aaron Bushnell, who self-immolated on Feb....

UTSA experiences record spring enrollment

UTSA experiences record spring enrollment

Alessandra Avila, Assistant News Editor March 5, 2024

For the first time, UTSA’s spring enrollment exceeded 32,000 students, taking steps toward the university’s strategic goal of enrolling 41,000 students by 2028. UTSA offers students opportunities for...

University breaks research records

University breaks research records

Naydine De La Fuente, Copyediting Coordinator March 5, 2024

On Feb. 26, UTSA announced unprecedented research expenditure figures for fiscal year (FY) 2023, according to the institution’s most recent data release. Witnessing a notable growth of 7.5%, the university’s...

NW Loop 1604 ramps to close this summer for construction

NW Loop 1604 ramps to close this summer for construction

Faith Kouadio, Staff Writer March 5, 2024

Traffic around the main campus is expected to increase. Drivers will be directed to use detours as TxDOT closes two nearby ramps on Feb. 28 that will last through the summer. The entrance ramp east of...

Roadrunner’s guide to graduation

Roadrunner’s guide to graduation

Jake Mireles, Opinion Editor March 5, 2024

With graduation around the corner, many Roadrunners are anticipating walking the stage and receiving their diploma. This week, UTSA will hold Grad Fest — an event designed to help Roadrunners complete...

State of The City: Week of 3/5

State of The City: Week of 3/5

Rylan Renteria, Distribution Manager March 5, 2024

Not subscribed to local news but still want to stay up-to-date on the happenings around town? Look no further. Highlighting notable stories from external San Antonio news sources, State Of The City summarizes...

Highlighting resources for National Eating Disorder Awareness Week

Highlighting resources for National Eating Disorder Awareness Week

Jenna Taylor, Magazine Editor March 5, 2024

National Eating Disorder Awareness Week occurs from Feb. 26 to March 5. It is an annual campaign by the National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA) to bring awareness to eating disorders and “engage...

All about achievement

All about achievement

Lauren Hernandez, Assistant Arts & Life Editor March 5, 2024

The UTSA Orchestra delivered a chilling, thrilling and heartstopping performance, as always, at their latest “Concerto and Aria Winners Concert.”  A concert like this is always drastically...

A passing of the torch and a mallet

A passing of the torch and a mallet

James Haddock, Contributor March 5, 2024

To kick off the start of Contemporary Art Month in San Antonio, the Contemporary at Blue Star Gallery hosted an event on March 1, where they debuted two new exhibitions.  In front of the steps...

3 reasons to join your student newspaper

3 reasons to join your student newspaper

Chloe Williams, Managing Editor March 5, 2024

Not having the college experience you were hoping for? Needing a resume boost to apply for internships? Looking for life skills to prepare for after graduation? Searching for a community to call your home?...

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