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Honoring and Remembering the Fallen

Honoring and Remembering the Fallen

Savannah Peralta, Journalist May 1, 2026

The last Monday of May is a day for Americans to honor and remember the men and women who died while serving in the military. Formerly known as “Decoration Day, the holiday was changed to Memorial Day...

Shinnosuke Enanoria, Journalist April 29, 2026

Athletes are always looking to improve their performance, the concept of shoshin carries this appeal: a Japanese concept known as the “beginner's mind.” The idea focuses on staying open minded, curious,...

Hopping Through the Season

Hopping Through the Season

Isabella Suarez, Journalist April 7, 2026

Eat, drink, and be hoppy, Easter is coming! The Easter bunny, the holiday’s folklore figure, leaves colorful eggs filled with goodies for every child to find. Originating from Germany, this childhood...

Easter Around the Globe

Easter Around the Globe

Aiden Guerra, Editor April 2, 2026

      Easter is a joyous day about egg hunts, candy, and a Big Bunny that brings baskets full of goodies to our doorsteps… or so it is said.  However, it  has a much deeper meaning than the chocolate,...

The History behind the San Antonio Missions

The History behind the San Antonio Missions

Gideon Arbizu, Journalist March 18, 2026

Texas has been home to life long before the Europeans arrived, with the modern state being a crossroad between the Southwest and Southeast Native American cultures. These tribes include the Karankawa in...

The Day We All Wear Green: St.Patricks Day

The Day We All Wear Green: St.Patricks Day

Savannah Peralta, Journalist March 17, 2026

On this day, everyone likes to wear green and pinch those who don't. St. Patrick's Day is celebrated in honor of Ireland's patron saint. According to the article “St. Patrick's Day in America” by Jakie...

Beads and Bling

Beads and Bling

Isabella Suarez, Journalist February 18, 2026

 Big fun in the Big Easy is centered around Mardi Gras in New Orleans. Also known as Fat Tuesday, this celebration marks the final day of feasting before Ash Wednesday. The festival features colorful...

Jane Bolin

Jane Bolin

Raul Zamora, Journalist February 10, 2026

Jane Bolin was a groundbreaking American Attorney and Judge who opened great opportunities for all Black women in our country. Bolin had already shattered numerous gender and racial barriers, becoming...

Struck by Love

Struck by Love

Isabella Suarez, Journalist February 3, 2026

As love fills the air and hearts are everywhere, a mystical baby boy and his bow fly around hitting people with arrows of love. Cupid, the Roman god of love and attraction, is a widely known figure of...

Shirley Chisholm

Shirley Chisholm

Raul Zamora, Journalist January 29, 2026

Shirley Chisholm was the first black woman elected to Congress, she was an innovative politician and educator who famously described herself as "unbought and unbossed. She fiercely advocated for minorities,...

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