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Keenen Brown pushes through UTSA defenders, Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018, at the Alamodome in San Antonio to get into the end zone.

Bobcats fall short 21-25 as Road Runners defend Alamodome

Jakob Rodriguez
September 26, 2018
Eric Algoe, vice-president of Finance and Support Services, will now be in charge of overseeing UPD. Photo By Cameron Hubbard

Office of Finance and Support Services to oversee UPD

Jakob Rodriguez
September 18, 2018
Photo by: Jakob Rodriguez | Senior News Reporter Stairs flood July 9 by the Albert B. Alkek Library.

Thunderstorms pound San Marcos area

Jakob Rodriguez
July 9, 2018
Garret Jordan, on the left, stands next to his fire truck at the San Marcos Fire Department on Hutchison st. Friday, July 22.

Fire damages Amazon Fulfillment Center

Jakob Rodriguez
June 18, 2018
Former UPD Police Chief Jose Banales meeting with students in the quad. Courtesy of Texas State University.

UPD Chief resigns with no clear replacement in sight

Jakob Rodriguez
June 7, 2018
Star file photo

Hispanic Serving Institutional grants go to support research

Jakob Rodriguez
May 22, 2018
Former UPD Police Chief Jose Banales meeting with students in the quad. Courtesy of Texas State University.

UPD chief resigns

Jakob Rodriguez
May 16, 2018
Star file photo

Graduate student victim of Cedar Park murder-suicide is in critical condition

Jakob Rodriguez
May 15, 2018
President Trauth is swearing in Student Body President Brooklyn Boreing, April 19.Photo bySandra Sadek | Senior News Reporter

Student Government cabinet picks to be decided in the fall

Jakob Rodriguez
May 14, 2018
Student Government representatives getting sworn in April 23. Photo by Jakob Rodriguez | Senior News Reporter

Student Government President’s cabinet to be confirmed next week

Jakob Rodriguez
April 24, 2018
Multiple destroyed vehicles remain in the lower floors of the Pointe parking garage. Photo by Tyler Jackson | Multimedia Editor

Residents of Pointe San Marcos work to collect on damages

Jakob Rodriguez
April 21, 2018
Student Government President Connor Clegg sits in preparation for a joint session on his impeachment trial.Photo byCarrington Tatuml | Opinions Editor

Student Government joint session to be held tonight

Jakob Rodriguez
April 16, 2018
Students held a sit-in on the fourth floor of the LBJ Student Center after the failed impeachment trial of Student Government President Connor Clegg. Photo by Sandra Sadek | News Editor

Students end LBJ Student Center sit-in

Jakob Rodriguez
April 14, 2018
Star File photo.

Task force to review Student Government

Jakob Rodriguez
April 14, 2018
One of the square’s most popular locations is The Marc. Photo by Marina Bustillo-Mendoza | Staff Photographer

Favorite place to hear live music and best night life: The Marc

Jakob Rodriguez
April 10, 2018
Senator at large, Keely Freund, seeks clarification from a presenter at the Student Government meeting Photo by Jakob Rodriguez | Senior News Reporter

Student Government passes Time Capsule Authorization Act

Jakob Rodriguez
April 3, 2018
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Scammers pose as San Marcos Police Department via phone

Jakob Rodriguez
April 1, 2018
Photo captured from video posted by the San Marcos Police Department on Facebook.

San Marcos police search for assault suspect

Jakob Rodriguez
March 30, 2018
Student senators listen to the president’s report Photo by Jakob Rodriguez | Senior News Reporter

Student Government to vote on time capsule at next meeting

Jakob Rodriguez
March 27, 2018
Star file photo

Two officers injured after shooting in southeast Austin

Jakob Rodriguez
March 26, 2018
Elliot Hall houses students for one last semester before the University decides its fate. Photo by Tyler Jackson | Multimedia Editor

Elliott Hall to transform into offices, classrooms

Jakob Rodriguez
March 23, 2018
Firefighters work to put out the fire at the taqueria. Photo by Jakob Rodriguez | Assistant News Editor

Structural fire burns at Taqueria Charro Tapatio

Jakob Rodriguez
March 8, 2018
Hays County Historic Court House. 

Texas primary results are in

Jakob Rodriguez
March 7, 2018
Star File Photo

Greek life chapters face stronger polices and regulations

Jakob Rodriguez
February 28, 2018
Student Government president Connor Clegg defends himself from impeachment charges during the Student Government Supreme Court hearing, Feb. 27 in the LBJ Teaching Theater. Photo by Carrington Tatuml | Opinions Editor

Connor Clegg found not guilty on impeachment charges

Jakob Rodriguez
February 28, 2018
Senators listen to student’s concerns during public forum. Photo by Jakob Rodriguez | Assistant News Editor

Student Supreme Court to review impeachment charges

Jakob Rodriguez
February 27, 2018
Student justices listen while the parties state their case.Photo by Jakob Rodriguez | Assistant News Editor

Student Supreme Court upholds the Election Board’s decision

Jakob Rodriguez
February 23, 2018
Student Government senators listen while legislation is read on the floor.Photo by Jakob Rodriguez | Assistant News Editor

Election Board announces results for senators

Jakob Rodriguez
February 23, 2018
Star File Photo

Student Government adjourns due to lack of attendance

Jakob Rodriguez
February 20, 2018
Student body President Connor Clegg listens to student’s testify at Student Goverment public forum, Feb. 5.Photo by Cameron McRae

Impeachment to be discussed at Student Government meeting

Jakob Rodriguez
February 19, 2018
The Election Board listens patiently as Brooklyn Boering gives her testimony at the public hearing, Feb. 16. Photo by Tyler Jackson | Multimedia Editor

Election Board finds Boreing-Becerra campaign not guilty

Jakob Rodriguez
February 17, 2018
Star file photo

Suspect indicted for shooting death of San Marcos officer

Jakob Rodriguez
February 16, 2018
Brooklyn Boreing discussing her campaign’s policy at the Student Goverment debate, Feb. 12.Photo by Tyler Jackson | Multimedia Editor

Student Election Board to hold hearing for bribery charges

Jakob Rodriguez
February 15, 2018
Ceremony attendees and participants during the ceremony’s keynote address. Photo by Jakob Rodriguez | Assistant News Editor

More than 100 people become naturalized on campus

Jakob Rodriguez
February 15, 2018
Student Government presidential candidates hold their last debate before the election Feb. 12. Pictured from left to right: Brooklyn Boreing, Preston Nieves and Elijah Miller. Photo by Tyler Jackson | Multimedia Editor

Presidential candidates discuss campus issues and legislation

Jakob Rodriguez
February 13, 2018
Star file photo

SMPD responds to two incidences involving weapons

Jakob Rodriguez
February 9, 2018
Student body President Connor Clegg listening to students at a public forum, Feb. 5Photo by Marina Bustillo-Mendoza | Staff Photographer

Clegg responds to criticism at Student Goverment meeting

Jakob Rodriguez
February 6, 2018
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SMPD to use license plate recognition for parking enforcement

Jakob Rodriguez
February 5, 2018
Star file photo.

Car hit by train early Saturday morning

Jakob Rodriguez
February 5, 2018
President Trauth Supports Racism. Step Down

Graffiti, flyers found on campus takes aim at administration

Jakob Rodriguez
February 5, 2018

Student body president may face impeachment charge

Jakob Rodriguez
February 3, 2018
President Denise Trauth issues statement over student body president’s social media posts

President Denise Trauth issues statement over student body president’s social media posts

Jakob Rodriguez
February 2, 2018
Texas Senate State Affairs Committee chair, Sen. Joan Huffman uses her cell phone to time public testimony from hearing attenders, Jan. 31. Photo by Carrington Tatuml | Opinions Editor

Texas Senate State Affairs Committee holds free speech hearing in LBJ

Jakob Rodriguez
February 1, 2018
Student senators listen during the president’s report.Photo by Jakob Rodriguez | Senior News Reporter

Associate justices, legislation approved at Student Goverment’s second meeting

Jakob Rodriguez
January 30, 2018
Graphic by Shayan Faradineh | Managing Editor

Campaigns emerge as Student Government elections approach

Jakob Rodriguez
January 25, 2018
Student Government senators listen while legislation is read on the floor.Photo by Jakob Rodriguez | Assistant News Editor

Student Government holds first spring meeting

Jakob Rodriguez
January 23, 2018
Students visit the Texas State University Bookstore on Jan. 15 to purchase books and access codes in preparation for the upcoming semester. Photo by Victor Rodriguez | Multimedia Editor

Free textbooks initiative aims for state legislature

Jakob Rodriguez
January 20, 2018
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Man critically injured after crashing stolen vehicle

Jakob Rodriguez
December 8, 2017
Flags fly at half staff Dec. 6 as businesses on the square illuminate with blue lights in respect to the fallen officer.Photo by Victor Rodriguez | Assistant Multimedia Editor

San Marcos police officer shot

Jakob Rodriguez
December 4, 2017
File photo

Last Student Government meeting of the semester yields four passed pieces

Jakob Rodriguez
November 28, 2017
Nohely Chavez, athletic training freshman, hands in her Texas State ID for a meal swipe Nov. 27 at Jones Dining Hall. Anyone with leftover meal swipes on their plans this semester is able to make donations to the “swipe our hunger” program.Photo by Lara Dietrich | Multimedia Editor

Student Government utilizes unused swipes

Jakob Rodriguez
November 28, 2017
Star File Photo

Student Goverment reads resolutions ranging from DACA to student organizations

Jakob Rodriguez
November 23, 2017
Star FilePhoto

Student Government plans to “Swipe Out” student hunger with new program

Jakob Rodriguez
November 15, 2017
Rodney Walker gave a presentation on his experiences in the foster care system, Nov. 1. Photo by Jakob Rodriguez | News Reporter

Foster care to Yale: the story of Rodney Walker

Jakob Rodriguez
November 9, 2017
File photo.

Student Government passes safety regulation for Alkek Library

Jakob Rodriguez
November 7, 2017
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Student Government responds to white nationalist posters and banner

Jakob Rodriguez
October 31, 2017
Photo by May Olvera | Opinions Editor

White nationalist banner posted on exterior of Alkek Library

Jakob Rodriguez
October 30, 2017
Star File Photo

Student Body President Connor Clegg issues first veto

Jakob Rodriguez
October 26, 2017
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Student Government passes resolution to inform students of immigrant’s rights

Jakob Rodriguez
October 24, 2017
Star File Photo

Annual Student Government roundtable discusses issues of campus

Jakob Rodriguez
October 23, 2017
Star File Photo.

Student Government subcommittee serving international and immigrant students meets for first time

Jakob Rodriguez
October 23, 2017
Star File Photo.

University Strategic Plan developed with students in mind

Jakob Rodriguez
October 16, 2017
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Student Government hosts roundtable and pass resolutions

Jakob Rodriguez
October 10, 2017
Star File Photo.

Student Government passes resolution to recognize breast cancer awareness month

Jakob Rodriguez
October 4, 2017
Star File Photo

Legislation to bring an immigration attorney to campus fails by one vote

Jakob Rodriguez
October 4, 2017
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Student Government votes on bringing an immigration attorney to campus

Jakob Rodriguez
September 27, 2017
This abstract art piece by Jennifer Moore, expanded media senior, is meant to represent the irregular shapes of Texas congressional districts.Photo by Robert Black | Staff Photographer

Judge blocks Texas’ newest voter ID law

Jakob Rodriguez
September 20, 2017
Star File Photo

Six pieces of legislation passed by Student Government

Jakob Rodriguez
September 19, 2017
Star File Photo

Trauth speaks at first Student Government meeting of the year

Jakob Rodriguez
September 17, 2017
Embrace the meme: TXST vs UTSA

Embrace the meme: TXST vs UTSA

Jakob Rodriguez
September 8, 2017
Photo Illustration by Haley Prieto

Keep your unvaccinated kids away from me and my puppies!

Jakob Rodriguez
August 4, 2017

 “Bordertown” is a disgrace to life on the border

Jakob Rodriguez
July 1, 2017
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The house our mothers built

Jakob Rodriguez
June 25, 2017

Social media cashes in on ego-driven charity

Jakob Rodriguez
June 3, 2017
Illustration by: Israel Gonzalez | Staff Illustrator

Mommas, don’t let your Bobcats grow up to be TXST Avengers

Jakob Rodriguez
May 22, 2017
Illustration by: Israel Gonzalez | Staff Illustrator

Machismo is a factor in the retention of Latino college men

Jakob Rodriguez
April 28, 2017
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