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Photo courtesy of Rachel Johnson

Mayo Clinic accepts Texas State student for the first time

Sonia Garcia May 14, 2018

While many students look forward to a summer in the sun, one Texas State student will be spending her’s in the medical laboratory. Rachel Johnson, clinical laboratory science junior, is the first...

Illustration by Abby Funderburk

Students need to fight caffeine dependence

Samuel Marentes, Opinions Contributor February 12, 2024

University lifestyle inevitably leads to early mornings and sleepless nights, and energy drinks have become a staple on college campuses. What seems like a harmless staple, however, can lead to a dependence...

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Opinion: College looks different for everyone

Rhian Davis, Opinions Contributor September 29, 2022

The first semester is something most students dream or worry about for months on end. College is full of life-changing events and preparing for it can be both exciting and overwhelming. The idea of having...


A few essentials to pack for a spring break vacation.


Photo By Brianna Benitez

Tips for having a fun and safe spring break

Brianna Benitez February 19, 2019

Spring break is a time for fun and relaxation. It is a time when worries become lost in the wind and stress seems to swim away. As fun as spring break is, it is imperative students stay mindful of these...

Photo by:Lara Dietrich | Staff PhotographerOscar Robles, senior exercise and sports science major, works out Aug. 28 at the Rec Center.

Texas State should require physical education again

Zach Ienatsch March 20, 2018

Texas State University currently offers about 60 different physical fitness and wellness classes, ranging from basic exercise courses to the National Collegiate Athletic Association sports organizations....

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Dietary restrictions overlooked in dining halls

Rhian Davis, Opinions Editor September 20, 2023

Harris and Commons dining halls are rarely any student's first choice for a quick meal on campus. It can be challenging for many students to find a meal that will satisfy their hunger, but it is even harder...

Hays County General Election 2022 voting guide

Staff November 1, 2022

The General Election is on Nov. 8. Early voting began on Oct. 24 and will continue until Nov. 4. The University Star has compiled a guide for everything you'll need to know before heading to...

A file photo of the San Marcos City Council meeting chamber.

City Council addresses decriminalization of marijuana and local abortion rights

Nichaela Shaheen, Assistant News Editor August 4, 2022

This article contains references to blood and abortion. During its Aug. 2 meeting, San Marcos City Council addressed the petition brought forth by Mano Amiga and Ground Game Texas to decriminalize marijuana...

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Opinion: Summer staycations can be better than vacations

Kadence MaKenna, Opinion Contributor June 9, 2022

With airfare demands in the U.S. at an all-time high, there has been an increase in the cost of travel, making vacations less affordable and more crowded. For that reason, staying at home while taking...

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Opinion: Success should not be measured by constant productivity

Kadence MaKenna, Opinion Contributor March 21, 2022

It is easy to become comfortable in the state of overworking yourself. With the fast-paced society we live in, productivity has been prioritized in order to achieve success. However, the issue arises whenever...

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Opinion: We should be honest when using photo filters

Mckenna Bailey, Opinion Contributor February 18, 2022

Thanks to technological advances, we live in a world where a plethora of ways exist to alter and edit an image. Whether it's adding a filter preset on a photo or smoothening our skin with an Instagram...

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Hays County General Election 2021 voting guide

Staff November 1, 2021

The General Election (constitutional amendment and local jurisdictions) is on Nov. 2. The University Star has compiled a guide for everything you'll need to know before heading to the polls on...

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