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

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 industry...

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...

Armed man roams Villas, animal abuse sparks resident concerns

Armed man roams Villas, animal abuse sparks resident concerns

Jake Mireles, Opinion Editor February 27, 2024

During February, a man brandishing a rifle was seen roaming the Villas at Babcock complex. The individual was confirmed to enter a unit where complex residents also reported witnessing animal abuse. Multiple...

A guide to on-campus parking

A guide to on-campus parking

Malaki Lingg, Web Editor February 27, 2024

For years UTSA has been known to be a commuter school, and with a large number of students driving to campus throughout the week, good parking is a necessity. Parking on campus can be confusing for some...

Campus crime 2/16 to 2/21

Campus crime 2/16 to 2/21

Laynie Clark, Editor-in-Chief February 27, 2024

In compliance with the Clery Act, UTSA keeps a public daily crime log that houses all on-campus crimes. The log summarizes the case’s date, time, location, incident and current status. The crimes detailed...

UTSA hosts TRiO day

UTSA hosts TRiO day

Kara Lee, Graphic Editor February 27, 2024

On Feb. 24, UTSA hosted an event for TRiO Day at the H-E-B Student Union. TRiO Student Support Services (SSS) is a program that provides academic development opportunities, assists students with basic...

Load More Stories

Comments (2)

The Paisano intends for this area to be used to foster healthy, thought-provoking discussion. Comments are expected to adhere to our standards and to be respectful and constructive. As such, we do not permit the use of profanity, foul language, personal attacks, or the use of language that might be interpreted as libelous. Comments are reviewed and approved by a moderator to ensure that they meet these standards. The Paisano does not allow anonymous comments, and The Paisano requires a valid email address. The email address will not be displayed but will be used to confirm your comments.
All The Paisano Picks Reader Picks Sort: Newest