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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

Student life drastically different before and after pandemic

Student life drastically different before and after pandemic

Bella Nieto, News Editor March 2, 2021

It has been almost a year since UTSA closed its campuses and moved all learning online because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Even as facilities reopened in the fall, the course structure, protocols, and precautions...

Meet the Candidates

Meet the Candidates

Eddie Sanchez, Staff Writer March 2, 2021

Election season is upon UTSA. Meet the candidates who are running to fill executive positions and senator seats in the Student Government Association (SGA). Polls are open from Mar. 1 to Mar. 5 and the...

Student Opinions to Fall 2021 Campus Housing Updates

Bella Nieto, News Editor March 2, 2021

Despite the continuing COVID-19 pandemic, UTSA is again offering on-campus living options for students in the 2021-22 academic year.  To continue its commitment to provide a safe learning, working...

Former UTSA lecturer facing federal drug charges to be sentenced in April

Former UTSA lecturer facing federal drug charges to be sentenced in April

Bella Nieto, News Editor March 2, 2021

Former UTSA faculty member Rose Rodriguez-Rabin, who was charged with manufacturing and distributing counterfeit  Adderall pills, is scheduled for sentencing on April 8. Her original trial dates have...

Chad Sewell hits a drive during this week's season opening tournament. Sewell finished as the highest placed Roadrunner in the field in a tie for 15th at 4 over par.

Men’s golf finishes sixth in first tournament of season

Julia Maenius, Magazine Editor February 26, 2021

The UTSA men’s golf team began their 2021 season with a sixth-place finish in the University of Houston’s Border Olympics tournament, Feb. 22-23. The Roadrunners finished the three-round competition...

Abby Kassal plays through contact during the game against Houston on Wednesday. Kassal is currently second on the team in shots taken with 9 and is tied for most shots on goal with 5.

UTSA soccer battles to scoreless draw in double overtime against Houston

Ryder Martin, Sports Editor February 26, 2021

UTSA soccer returned to action following back-to-back postponements due to the severe winter weather experienced last week to take on the University of Houston. Initially scheduled for Feb. 18, UTSA managed...

State of the City-February 22, 2021

State of the City-February 22, 2021

Bella Nieto, News Editor February 23, 2021

Local Updates: After the winter storm that swept San Antonio, putting many out of electricity and leaving water systems compromised, as of Sunday afternoon, all San Antonio residents service by SAWS...

A Roadrunner banner at UTSA. The university has released information regard its reopening this fall.

Student Services and Updates

Bella Nieto, News Editor February 23, 2021

For students still facing difficulty after last week's storm, UTSA has several resources available to alleviate the challenges caused by the events of the past week.    The Student Emergency...

Images around campus after the snow storm.

UTSA students disheartened and frustrated during the Winter Storm

Bella Nieto, News Editor February 23, 2021

During the unusual winter storm that swept the south in the latter half of last week, students were both disheartened and irked by the unprecedented events that forced so many into isolation and scarcity.    Freshman...

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UTSA Launches New Campaign to Combat Food Insecurity

Bella Nieto, News Editor February 12, 2021

Campus Services, in tandem with UTSA Dining and the Roadrunner Pantry, have launched a campaign that allows students with meal plans to donate any unused meals to help students who are struggling with...

Rowdy statue on campus wears a face mask. President Eighmy gave an update on Nov. 9 about campus operations after the Thanksgiving holiday.

Spring Campus Updates

Gauri Raje, Staff Writer February 12, 2021

UTSA’s ‘Roadrunner Map’, which can be accessed on the university’s official website, lays out the university’s plan of operation for the 2020-2021 academic year. The plan clearly states that...

Photo by Ryan Houston-Dial

Clarity at last

Alyssa Lopez, Contributing writer February 2, 2021

There was a certain vision in my head. A plan that I wanted to follow from the very beginning of college. My vision started with having my career path already picked out. Finish my basic classes within...

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