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

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...

10 affordable ways to celebrate this Valentine’s Day

10 affordable ways to celebrate this Valentine’s Day

Chloe Williams, Web and Social Editor February 12, 2023

1. Dinner and a movie ~ $20-$30 Elevate this date night classic with a home-cooked meal and movie night. Find budget-friendly meal ideas here, including easy homemade pizza. If cooking is not your forte,...

San Antonio wakes up, no stylist

San Antonio wakes up, no stylist

Cesar Soto, Staff Writer February 8, 2023

Rating: 4 stars The Aztec Theatre pit was fully packed for Atlanta-based artist, Destroy Lonely on Tuesday, Jan. 24. The rapper stopped in San Antonio as part of his “No Stylist Tour,” which has...

What is new for San Antonio’s parks in 2023

What is new for San Antonio’s parks in 2023

Lauren Hernandez, Contributor February 7, 2023

Formed in 1981, the San Antonio Parks Foundation is a non-profit organization that promotes safety, equity, inclusivity and the expansion of San Antonio’s parks. Recently, the Parks Foundation held its...

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...

Get Involved: Week of Feb. 7 to Feb. 14

Get Involved: Week of Feb. 7 to Feb. 14

Riley Carroll, Arts & Life Editor February 7, 2023

Tuesday, Feb. 7: Join UTSA Campus Recreation for their “Early Bird Competition” from 7 to 9 a.m. at the Recreation Wellness Center. The challenger is a “circuit-like” set of exercises that must...

‘Si ayer fuera hoy’

‘Si ayer fuera hoy’

Regina Robert, Staff Writer February 7, 2023

Disclaimer: Morat was interviewed by The Paisano in their native language. English translations will follow Spanish quotes in parenthesis. “Musica de banda, de instrumentos,” (Band music with instruments),...

Charter aims to codify justice reforms

Charter aims to codify justice reforms

Chloe Williams, Web and Social Editor January 31, 2023

San Antonio Justice Charter is a coalition led by ACT 4 SA, an organization working to shrink the impact of over-policing and mass incarceration in Bexar County, and Ground Game Texas, whose goal is...

Next phase of JPL renovation will include cutting down on in-house book storage

Next phase of JPL renovation will include cutting down on in-house book storage

Gauri Raje, News Editor January 31, 2023

Last semester, phase one of the Heart of the Campus Project was completed with the installation of floor-to-ceiling windows on the John Peace Library’s (JPL) third floor. As previously reported by The...

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....

Local band roundup: Q&A with Raven’s Banquet

Local band roundup: Q&A with Raven’s Banquet

Riley Carroll, Arts & Life Editor January 31, 2023

Meet one of San Antonio’s modern progressive hard rock bands: Raven’s Banquet. Could you please start by listing the members of your band and what instrument they play? “Well, I’m Chase,...

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