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All content by Ricardo Delgado
 

Faculty Senate host administrators in final meeting of semester

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
May 9, 2021
Ricardo Delgado (far right), a journalism senior, covering the presidential election night with Star staff on Nov. 3, 2020, in The Star's Trinity office. This marked Delgado's first experience in a newsroom and solidified journalism as his purpose.

Senior 30: Getting out of my own head

Ricardo Delgado, News & Sports Reporter
April 28, 2021

Bobcat softball scratches back with Georgia Southern series sweep

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
April 27, 2021
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Faculty Senate debates Personnel Committee eligibility, collaborates with Staff Council

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
April 22, 2021
A sign alerting students to stay home if they are experiencing any symptoms of sickness is posted, Monday, Aug. 24, 2020, outside of the LBJ Student Center. 

University Town Hall promotes COVID-19 vaccinations, addresses fall semester plans

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
April 21, 2021
The Bobcat softball team huddles together before the game against Texas A&M, Tuesday, April 6, 2021, at Bobcat Softball Stadium. The Bobcats won 7-6.

Softball slump continues against Louisiana

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
April 19, 2021
A St. David's School of Nursing student goes over vaccination paperwork with a patient during a drive-thru vaccination clinic.

Nursing students, faculty assist in vaccination efforts

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
April 16, 2021

Softball misses record-breaking opportunity in series loss to South Alabama

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
April 12, 2021
Texas State students study and work on assignments, Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2021, at Alkek Library. 

Faculty Senate hears fall semester announcements

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
April 9, 2021
 

Student Government passes dining services, scholarship resolutions in final meeting of semester

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
April 6, 2021
A face mask is left on the ground on Texas State's campus. 

Student Government calls for optional face masks at Rec Center

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
March 30, 2021
Texas State senior midfielder/forward Mackenzie Smith (18) fights against the University of Arkansas at Little Rock junior midfielder Fanney Einarsdottir (25) to get the ball, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020, at Bobcat Soccer Complex. The Bobcats won 2-1 over the Trojans.

Soccer loses third straight game to No. 23 Aggies

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
March 28, 2021
Texas State freshman midfielder Alana Clark (4) prepares to strike the ball while being pursued by University of Louisiana at Monroe junior midfielder Efi Brame (8), Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, at the Bobcat Soccer Complex. The Bobcats won 3-1 over the Warhawks.

Soccer travels to No. 23 Texas A&M

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
March 27, 2021
 

Faculty Senate discusses Senate Survey Report, comparative pay

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
March 25, 2021
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Student Government votes for monetary compensation, new parliamentarian

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
March 23, 2021
Texas State freshman forward Olivia Wright (20) holds back a University of Arkansas at Little Rock defender as she dribbles the ball down the field, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020, at Bobcat Soccer Complex. The Bobcats won 2-1 over the Trojans.

Bobcat soccer challenges No. 4 TCU

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
March 10, 2021
Star file photo. 

Student Government challenges chief justice, passes emergency shelter resolution

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
March 9, 2021
Texas State Bobcats celebrate and sing the school alma mater together after a 79-68 victory over the UTA Mavericks, Saturday, Feb. 13, 2021, at Strahan Arena.

Men’s basketball suffers conference tournament loss to App State

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
March 7, 2021
Texas State freshman goalie Beth Agee (0) kicks the ball back into play during the game against Arkansas State, Saturday, Oct. 10, 2020, at Bobcat Soccer Complex. The Bobcats lost 1-0 in double overtime.

Soccer drops second matchup of year to UT

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
March 5, 2021
Vice-presidential candidate Andrew Florence answers questions during the vice-presidential portion of the Student Government Presidential Debate, Monday, Feb. 10, 2020, in the LBJ Teaching Theater. Florence issued a statement claiming the Student Government Supreme Court’s Feb. 25 injunction as unconstitutional. As of March 2, Florence has been suspended from his position of Student Body Vice President until he agrees to follow "the Student Government Supreme Court order or wins an appeal."

Student Government appoints new parliamentarian, suspends vice president

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
March 3, 2021
Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra listens to a speech at a protest held for and in honor of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor, Friday, May 29, 2020, at the Hays County Historic Courthouse.

Hays County judge calls governor’s lifted mask mandate ‘premature and reckless’

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
March 2, 2021
After a touchdown from Texas State junior wide receiver Javen Banks (12), the Bobcats celebrate on the sidelines during a game against Arkansas State, Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020, at Bobcat Stadium. Texas State won 47-45.

Football unveils 2021 schedule

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
March 1, 2021
Texas State senior midfielder Kayla Streber (11) dribbles the ball while being pursued by University of Louisiana at Monroe senior winger/defender Alexis Cherry (3), Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, at the Bobcat Soccer Complex. The Bobcats won 3-1 against the Warhawks.

Bobcat soccer loses first game of spring to UNT

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
February 28, 2021
Texas State sophomore forward/midfielder Kiara Gonzales (16) and University of Louisiana at Monroe senior left winger Taylor Altieri (17) pursue the ball, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, at the Bobcat Soccer Complex. The Bobcats won 3-1 over the Warhawks.

Soccer begins spring season against UNT

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
February 27, 2021
Texas State students study and work on assignments, Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2021, at Alkek Library. 

Faculty Senate raises concerns over fall semester, student attendance

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
February 25, 2021
Student Government president Connor Clegg defends himself from impeachment charges during the Student Government Supreme Court hearing, Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2018, in the LBJ Teaching Theater.

Student Government opposes impeachment of former president, expels parliamentarian

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
February 23, 2021
Texas State junior guard Mason Harrell (12) guards the University of Texas at Arlington sophomore guard Sam Griffin (1) who looks to set up a play, Saturday, Feb. 13, 2021, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 79-68.

Men’s basketball eases past UTA despite mistakes

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
February 13, 2021
Students practice social distancing while they work and study, Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021, at Alkek Library.

Community reflects on first full semester during COVID-19

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
February 10, 2021
Students make their way through the Alkek breezeway, Monday, Aug. 24, 2020, on Texas State’s campus. 

Student Government hears hall renaming arguments, calls for Pride celebration

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
February 9, 2021

Men’s basketball outplays the tall-ball Trojans

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
February 5, 2021
Texas State graduates sit in rows during a fall commencement ceremony, Friday, Dec. 11, 2020, at Bobcat Stadium.

Student Government hears spring commencement, vaccination updates

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
February 2, 2021
 

Texas State to ‘lay out facts’ surrounding controversial namesakes of buildings

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
February 1, 2021

Last second slip up costs men’s basketball against Louisiana

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
January 30, 2021
A person walks through the Quad, Tuesday, March 31, 2020, at Texas State.

Faculty Senate discusses in-person return, vaccine rollout

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
January 28, 2021
 

Student Government expands power, indefinitely tables resolutions

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
January 26, 2021
Hays County Seal

Hays County to receive additional doses of Pfizer vaccine

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
January 25, 2021
Senior forward Isiah Small (1) shoots a free throw against the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Saturday, Jan. 2, 2020, in Lafayette, Louisiana. Texas State men's basketball won 71-59.

Men’s basketball’s early dominance weathers ULM resurgence

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
January 22, 2021
A file photo of the Hays County Historic Courthouse.

Pfizer vaccine shipment arrives in Hays County

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
January 22, 2021
Texas State Head Coach Zenarae Antoine talks to players during a timeout in a game against Lamar University, Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020, at Strahan Arena.

Basketball teams navigate early COVID-19-related stumbles

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
January 22, 2021
Texas State exercise and sports science senior David Garner signs up for the COVID-19 vaccine, Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at H-E-B. Garner says he hopes to receive his vaccine as soon as it becomes available.

Uncertainty clouds public vaccine distribution in Hays County

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
January 19, 2021
Junior guard Caleb Asberry (2) attempts a shot against the University of Arkansas at Little Rock Trojans during a weekend series against the team. Texas State swept the Trojans, winning its final game 67-56. 

Men’s basketball sweeps Trojans in second win of weekend

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
January 16, 2021
Texas State junior guard Kennedy Taylor (3) dribbles the ball around a University of Louisiana at Lafayette defender, Friday, Jan. 1, 2021, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 71-63.

Bobcat comeback falls short against Arkansas State

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
January 8, 2021
Texas State junior guard Mason Harrell (12) jumps towards the Bobcat basket in order to score against Our Lady of the Lake University, Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats lost 61-58.

Men’s basketball falls short in overtime against Ragin’ Cajuns

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
January 1, 2021
Sophomore forward Lauryn Thompson defends a Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi in the paint.

Women’s basketball looks to attain winning record against Lamar

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
December 17, 2020
The University Star will provide live coverage of San Marcos runoff election results as polling location updates are made available.

UPDATE: Runoff election results show incumbent mayor wins reelection

Ricardo Delgado and Kiana Burks
December 8, 2020

Bobcats earn close win against Incarnate Word

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
December 5, 2020
A courtesy photo of officer Kenneth M. Copeland. On Dec. 4, 2017, Copeland was shot and killed while serving a search warrant, the first San Marcos police officer killed in the line of duty. The City of San Marcos renamed El Camino Real Park after Copeland on the third anniversary of his death.

San Marcos renames park after fallen police officer

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
December 5, 2020
Texas State senior forward Quentin Scott (14) shoots a contested jump shot surrounded by University of Mary Hardin-Baylor defenders as the bench looks on, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 98-59.

Men’s basketball eases past Crusaders in first game of season

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
November 26, 2020
The Texas State women's soccer team poses for a team photo following a 3-1 victory over the University of Louisiana at Monroe, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, at the Bobcat Soccer Complex. The photo took place after the team's senior recognition ceremony on Senior Day.

Soccer finds ‘silver lining’ after tough season

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
November 24, 2020
After a touchdown from Texas State junior wide receiver Javen Banks (12), the Bobcats celebrate on the sidelines during a game against Arkansas State, Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020, at Bobcat Stadium. Texas State won 47-45.

McBride leads Bobcats to thrilling win over Arkansas State

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
November 21, 2020
Pending finalization of his hire as a lecturer of practice, Beto O'Rourke is set to co-teach an elective course on Texas politics with Dr. Sherri Mora, associate chair of the political science department at Texas State.

Beto O’Rourke shares excitement for teaching at Texas State

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
November 20, 2020
Texas State students walk through the arch Wednesday, March 11, 2020, near the Undergraduate Academic Center.

Faculty Senate hears vaccine plans, autumn break proposal

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
November 19, 2020
Beto O'Rourke speaks at a town hall, Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, in the LBJ Ballroom at Texas State. O'Rourke will teach Texas Politics at Texas State during the spring 2021 semester, pending finalization of his hire.

Texas State releases Beto O’Rourke’s spring 2021 salary

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
November 4, 2020
The new esports lounge remains under construction awaiting final touches, Friday, Oct. 23, 2020, on the first floor of the LBJ Student Center. The entirety of the new lounge consists of tiered levels with three desktop computers on each side facing a large projector screen.

Texas State esports experiences growth despite pandemic

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
November 4, 2020
The University Star will provide live coverage of San Marcos runoff election results as polling location updates are made available.

Your voting guide to the 2020 election

Daniel Weeks, Ricardo Delgado, Gabriella Ybarra, and Jaden Edison
November 3, 2020
The Texas State women's soccer team stands in a line and waves their hands along to the school song as it's played following their 3-1 victory, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, at the Bobcat Soccer Complex. The shape they make with their hands is the "Heart of Texas" hand sign used to represent Texas State.

Bobcat soccer exits Sun Belt Tournament after overtime loss to Troy

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
November 3, 2020
Texas State sophomore forward/midfielder Kiara Gonzales (16) and University of Louisiana at Monroe senior left winger Taylor Altieri (17) pursue the ball, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, at the Bobcat Soccer Complex. The Bobcats won 3-1 over the Warhawks.

Soccer to kick off Sun Belt Tournament against Troy

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Reporter
November 2, 2020
A small, red banner with the words “Texas State” hangs from a light post.

Texas State resumes diversity training

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
October 28, 2020

Texas State soccer closes out home games with Senior Day win

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Contributor
October 25, 2020
The Bobcat statue on Texas State campus wears a mask, Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2020, near the Quad bus loop. The Swine Flu occurred in the spring of 2009, and according to Dr. Emilio Carranco, H1N1 consisted of mild symptoms while COVID-19 can cause more long-term effects.

Faculty Senate hears liaison concerns over return to in-person classes and Personnel Committee

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
October 22, 2020

Bobcat soccer earns third win on season after late penalty

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Contributor
October 18, 2020
In this file photo, Beto O’Rourke speaks to a crowd during his senatorial campaign town hall in the LBJ Student Center, Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at Texas State. 

Beto O’Rourke expected to teach at Texas State in spring 2021

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
October 15, 2020

Bobcat soccer loses to Arkansas State in extra time

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Contributor
October 10, 2020
A small, red banner with the words “Texas State” hangs from a light post.

Faculty Senate challenges plans to cancel spring break, cut summer 2021 budget

Ricardo Delgado, News Reporter
October 8, 2020
Texas State’s soccer team stands in front of the crowd at the conclusion of the game against Abilene Christian, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2020, at the Bobcat Soccer Complex. Texas State lost the match 2-3 in overtime.

Texas State soccer returns home to face Arkansas State

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Contributor
October 7, 2020

Black Lives Matter protesters march on campus, call for local support

Kiana Burks and Ricardo Delgado
October 2, 2020
An employee of Curative cleans the front of a COVID-19 testing kiosk, Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2020, on the Quad in between Flowers Hall and Evans. Testing is free and administered individually. Participants will produce a cough as well as perform a throat swab on themselves to give to operators.

Texas State opens free COVID-19 testing station on campus

Ricardo Delgado, News Contributor
September 29, 2020
University of Louisiana at Lafayette freshman forward Lucy Ortiz (6) prepares to kick the ball down the field as Texas State senior midfielder Renny Moore (8) attempts to intercept it, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020, at the Bobcat Soccer Complex.

Bobcat soccer missed chances lead to 2-0 loss to Little Rock

Ricardo Delgado, Sports Contributor
September 25, 2020
The LBJ statue wears a protective mask, Friday, Aug. 28, 2020, near the Quad on Texas State’s campus.

Faculty Senate members question university COVID-19 response

Ricardo Delgado
September 24, 2020
Texas State sophomore forward/defender Kamaria Williams (3) rushes forward with the ball during a game against the University of Louisiana Lafayette, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020, at the Bobcat Soccer Complex.

Bobcat soccer rallies late to earn first win on season

Ricardo Delgado
September 20, 2020
Texas State sophomore midfielder Lindsey Salisbury (26) kicks the soccer ball from under Lamar redshirt senior forward Esther Okoronkwo (9) while Texas State freshman midfielder Haley Shaw (19) tries to block Okoronkwo, Friday, Sept. 11, 2020, at the Bobcat Soccer Complex.

Bobcats’ lack of clinical finishing leads to second loss on season

Ricardo Delgado
September 12, 2020
A file photo of the San Marcos City Council meeting chamber.

City Council candidates focus campaigns on affordable housing, workforce

Ricardo Delgado and Daniel Weeks
September 11, 2020
Texas State students walk through the arch Wednesday, March 11, 2020, near the Undergraduate Academic Center.

Faculty Senate reports job security concerns, conflict with department chairs

Ricardo Delgado
September 10, 2020
Protesters march from the Hays County Historic Courthouse to the University Police Department building, Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, on Texas State’s campus during an organized protest in support of the Black Lives Matter movement.

Black Lives Matter protesters demonstrate outside University Police Department

Timia Cobb, Carson Ganong, and Ricardo Delgado
September 6, 2020
In her collegiate debut, freshman midfielder Emma Jones (25) is knocked down from retrieving the ball in a game against Stephen F. Austin Friday, Sept. 4. 2020 at the Bobcat Soccer Complex.

Texas State loses to SFA in season opener

Aidan Bea and Ricardo Delgado
September 6, 2020
Signs outlining COVID-19 protocols line the walls, Monday, Aug. 24, 2020, in the Joanne Cole Mitte art building.

Faculty Senate discusses COVID-19 dashboard, testing changes

Ricardo Delgado
September 3, 2020
Sophomore midfielder/forward Ally Kewish (now a junior) competes for possession of a soccer ball against Georgia Southern, Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

In ‘darn good shape’, Bobcat Soccer prepares for shortened season

Ricardo Delgado
September 2, 2020
Texas State forward Ally Kewish prepares to strike the ball to a teammate across the field, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019, in a game vs. McNeese at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

Texas State women’s soccer announces additional home games

Ricardo Delgado
September 1, 2020
Texas State finance sophomore Jody Holland performs an exercise using a barbell with weights, Thursday, Aug. 27, 2020, at the Student Recreation Center. Appointments are necessary to use the center facilities, and masks are always required.

Students adapt to reopened recreation center, new safety guidelines

Ricardo Delgado
August 31, 2020
(Left to right) San Marcos City Council members Melissa Derrick, Saul Gonzales, Ed Mihalkanin, Mayor Jane Hughson, Mark Rockeymoore and Maxfield Baker review a proposal at a city council meeting, Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2020, at San Marcos City Hall.

City Council announces two new COVID-19 testing centers

Ricardo Delgado
August 19, 2020
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