Day: January 26, 2024

The ‘Icon of the Seas’ cruise: a ship of luxury and concern

OPINION EDITOR – MARIANA CHAMORRO ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON SEPT 13, 2023 With enormous ships, opulent facilities and extensive itineraries, the cruise industry is no stranger to creating headlines in the tourism sector. One cruise ship, the “Icon of the Seas,” is scheduled to depart next year, assuring guests of a memorable voyage. Underneath this opulent […]

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Twitter’s metamorphosis and rebranding: from tweet to “X”

OPINION EDITOR – MARIANA CHAMORRO ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON SEPT 13, 2023 Companies need to constantly develop to stay relevant in the fast-paced world of the internet. Elon Musk’s Twitter made a huge marketing shift by rebranding as “X” last April. Musk’s corporate move attracted the attention of the online community, spurring discussions regarding whether the […]

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Barbie: the controversy surrounding her cinematic debut

OPINION EDITOR – MARIANA CHAMORRO ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON SEPT 13, 2023 Barbie, the classic fashion doll, has won the hearts of many, inspiring imagination and creativity across the globe. However, the announcement of the Barbie movie found itself the center of a heated debate. While many people were looking forward to seeing Barbie, others are […]

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Obituary for Theresa Yvonne Canales, Director of Community Engagement

NEWS EDITOR – ASHTON JEFFERS ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON SEPT 13, 2023 On Thursday, May 25, 2023, Theresa Yvonne Canales passed away at the age of 51. Canales, who served as the Community Outreach Coordinator for St. Mary’s University,is survived by her father, Margarito Canales;stepmother, Mary Canales; sisters Laura Morales, Graciela Canales; brothers Herman Canales, Christopher […]

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Finding Common Ground discussion focusing on the Texas border situation

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF – VICTORIA OLGUIN ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON SEPT 13, 2023 With the 2024 presidential election just around the corner, issues over immigration reform have become a hot topic. Highly debated and often resulting in division between communities, St. Mary’s University has taken the initiative to dive deeper into the issue beyond politics. Through a Catholic […]

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A return of St. Mary’s tradition Burgers with the Brothers

NEWS EDITOR – ASHTON JEFFERS ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON SEPT 13, 2023 Burgers with the Brothers has been a long- held tradition at St. Mary’s, bringing students, faculty and the Marianist community together. Even during quarantine and recurrent rescheduling due to rain, Burgers with the Brothers is an ongoing event that continues to highlight the importance […]

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Rattler Market Successfully Promotes Campus Entrepreneurship

NEWS EDITOR- ASHTON JEFFERS ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON SEPT 13, 2023 On Aug. 25, St. Mary’s University Enactus hosted its second Rattler Market outside the University Center in conjunction with the Meadows Center for Entrepreneurial Studies, . The event allowed local vendors around St. Mary’s campus to showcase their businesses and work in a farmers market- […]

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The Lizzo allegations: impact and response

OPINION EDITOR – MARIANA CHAMORRO ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON SEPT 13, 2023 The public tends to view the world of celebrities through rose-tinted glasses, but it is a contentious and accusatory environment. Lizzo is a celebrity who has recently been the target of accusations. She is a gifted and outspoken musician known for her music and […]

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El Día del Buitre: una festividad casi desconocida de inquietante importancia

SPANISH EDITOR – ÁLVARO ARCIA ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON SEPT 13, 2023 El primer sábado de cada mes deseptiembre se celebra el día del buitre a lo largo del mundo. Los buitres, imponentes aves de rapiña, han captado la atención de los seres humanos durante muchos años. El día del buitre se estableció para honrar y […]

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The ‘Icon of the Seas’ cruise: a ship of luxury and concern

OPINION EDITOR – MARIANA CHAMORRO ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON SEPT 13, 2023 With enormous ships, opulent facilities and extensive itineraries, the cruise industry is no stranger to creating headlines in the tourism sector. One cruise ship, the “Icon of the Seas,” is scheduled to depart next year, assuring guests of a memorable voyage. Underneath this opulent […]

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Local San Antonio artist unveils exhibition depicting scenes of the West Side

NEWS EDITOR – ASHTON JEFFERS ORIGINALLY PRINTED ON APRIL 6, 2023 Woodlawn Lake, Ray’s Drive Inn, La Popular Bakery, and the Little Flower Basilica. These locations are iconic landmarks around West Side of San Antonio, but to those living there, these places seen familiar and nothing out of the ordinary. In the eyes of Shea […]

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