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

‘El Gato con Botas’ purr-fectly charms

‘El Gato con Botas’ purr-fectly charms

Maria Wence, Staff Writer March 26, 2024

The recent production of “El Gato con Botas” provides an operatic twist to the infamous Spanish feline movie, “Puss in Boots.” Presented by the UTSA Lyric Theater and written by Xavier Montsalvatge,...

Be Bold campaign receives $1.25 million donation

Be Bold campaign receives $1.25 million donation

Malaki Lingg, News Editor March 26, 2024

On March 20, The Greehey Family Foundation committed $1.25 million to UTSA’s Be Bold campaign. Funds from the donation will be appropriated to establish The Greehey Family Foundation Athletics Excellence...

Meet UTSA’s women’s club volleyball team

Meet UTSA’s women’s club volleyball team

Maria Wence, Contributor March 21, 2024

The UTSA women’s volleyball club team was established before the 2000s as an opportunity for women who did not compete for the school’s official team to continue the sport, without the demands of being...

UTSA Athletics Department secures $153 million deal

UTSA Athletics Department secures $153 million deal

Haley Aguayo, Assistant Sports Editor March 19, 2024

The UTSA Athletics Department has been approved to build a new $57 million facility to be used as a player development building by the softball and baseball teams. This new facility will include features...

Viewing the total solar eclipse

Viewing the total solar eclipse

Ruben Solis, Graphic Artist March 19, 2024

On April 8, UTSA will stand in the moon’s shadow for two minutes and 25 seconds. The moon will be the exact size as the sun, casting a shadow that covers 135,678 miles. Solar eclipses happen twice a...

Campus crime 2/22 to 3/17

Campus crime 2/22 to 3/17

Laynie Clark, Editor-in-Chief March 19, 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...

Former Roadrunners shine in front of NFL scouts

Former Roadrunners shine in front of NFL scouts

Rylan Renteria, Distribution Manager March 19, 2024

The 2023 season was the last for some long-time UTSA contributors. While their playing days at the Alamodome are over, some will be taking their talents to the next level. UTSA’s 2024 Pro Day had...

RACE to fund athletics

RACE to fund athletics

Selasie Gifa-Johnson, Contributor March 19, 2024

On Feb. 28, UTSA Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Lisa Campos announced that UTSA would be spending $57 million on new athletic facilities; the first of which would be for basketball and volleyball....

Stand behind student workers

Stand behind student workers

Editorial Board March 19, 2024

Since the opening of the UTSA Main Campus in 1969, the community around UTSA has grown into a bustling economic center. A variety of businesses already call the area home, with many new developments being...

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...

UTSA’s tournament hopes dashed as second-half rally falls short against Temple

UTSA’s tournament hopes dashed as second-half rally falls short against Temple

Aramis Santiago, Staff Writer March 13, 2024

In an emotionally charged rematch following a last-second loss earlier in the week, No. 14 UTSA once again faced off against No. 11 Temple in the first round of the American Athletic Conference tournament....

Jenkins and Guttadauro power UTSA to AAC semifinal

Jenkins and Guttadauro power UTSA to AAC semifinal

Aramis Santiago, Staff Writer March 11, 2024

In a captivating American Athletic Conference quarter final showdown, No. 4 UTSA edged out No. 5 South Florida with a final score of 58-56. The Roadrunners were led by forward Jordyn Jenkins who totaled...

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