Life and Arts
Haven issues first refund
December 11, 2019
Editor's note: multiple attempts were made to contact Haven management—local and corporate—via email, phone and in person. Haven PR director Mark Evans has repeatedly refused comment. Several attempts were also made via email and phone to contact the City of San Marcos with no response.Haven on Thorpe Lane h...
All-brass Texas State alumni band
December 10, 2019
Time of Night, named in honor of evening partiers everywhere, has become a San Marcos staple. The all-brass octet—comprised of Texas State alumni—has been taking the entertainment scene by storm.The band met while studying music performance and education together. The members' desire to perfor...
(Video Documentary) Flaka: The Legacy of Brihana Landrum
Jaden Edison and Rebecca Harrell
December 6, 2019
On Feb. 17, 2019, Brihana Landrum was a victim of a murder-suicide in San Marcos, Texas. "Flaka: The Legacy of Brihana Landrum" documents Brihana's legacy — from her childhood, to her church, to her school. For contributions to the Brihana Rea Landrum Endowed Scholarship, you can visit ...
Diwali celebration highlights Indian culture and community
December 2, 2019
The Indian Student Association hosted its annual Diwali celebration—also known as the festival of lights—marking the victory of India’s triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. To celebrate Diwali, Indian culture and the act of loving people, the ISA invited the Texas Sta...
Texas State students reveal their truth through the art of dance
December 2, 2019
Through electrifying choreography and artistic design, students in the department of theatre and dance showcased a heartfelt and vulnerable show during the, "'your truth has no place in this world'" performance. Opening night was at 7:30 p.m., Nov. 14, in Evans Auditorium. " 'your truth has no place in...
(Video) Quad Talk: What are Texas State students thankful for?, Nov. 28, 2019
Rebecca Harrell and Rossie Banks
November 30, 2019
In this special edition of #QuadTalk, we asked Bobcats about what they're most thankful for this holiday season. Here's what they had to say. Video by Rebecca Harrell and Rossie Banks For more content, follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @universitystar, visit our website at www.universitystar.co...
(Video) Star Rundown: Happy Holidays, Nov. 27, 2019
Jaden Edison and Claire Partain
November 30, 2019
On this week's #StarRundown, there's no cue-ing of the intro. There's no peek into the top stories of the week. It's just Jaden Edison with Claire Partain wishing you a happy holiday season and telling you all that The Star is thankful for! Video by Jaden Edison. For more content, follow us on ...
(Video) Quad Talk: Free Speech, Nov. 21, 2019
Rebecca Harrell and Rossie Banks
November 22, 2019
With the San Marcos 10 revisiting Texas State recently, we decided to use this week's #QuadTalk to ask students about free speech on #TXST's campus and things they would stand up for regardless of potential negative repercussions. Video by Rebecca Harrell and Rossie Banks ...
(Video) Star Rundown, Nov. 20, 2019
Jaden Edison, Bella Lopes, and Kelsey Phillips
November 22, 2019
On this week's #StarRundown, a healthy Bella Lopes and an under-the-weather Jaden Edison continue their office shenanigans as well as give you a peek into the top stories in this week's paper! Video edited by Kelsey Phillips and Jaden Edison...
Texas State honors American warriors in veterans commemoration
Abby Gutierrez, Life and Arts Reporter
November 20, 2019
Texas State encouraged students, families and the San Marcos community to gather together for the Veterans Day commemoration on campus to celebrate and honor bobcat veterans, living and lost. Student Foundation and the Dean of Students Office organized the commemoration, held from 10:30-11:30 a.m....
San Marcos gallery showcases artwork from Texas cities and towns
Brianna Benitez, Life and Arts Assistant Editor
November 19, 2019
Against the white walls, detailed drawings and intricate paintings express individuality, while handcrafted ceramics and three-dimensional sculptures sit together to showcase the creative artists of Texas. Located just a block from the San Marcos historic downtown courthouse, 218 Co-op Gallery sh...
San Marcos 10 revisit Texas State for 50-year protest anniversary
Laura Figi, Life and Arts Editor
November 19, 2019
Quiet. Surrounded. Sitting cross-legged in the grass. There was no violence, no shouting and no one was hurt—not there. Nearly 9,000 miles away from the Vietnam War, hoards of students clad in black armbands gathered near the Fighting Stallions to peacefully protest the war on Nov. 13, 1969. ...
