Cardinal Chronicles: Rhonda Cataline, UIW Class of 2020

Our UIW family is familiar with our origin story  – three sisters made San Antonio their home in response to a desperate need for help during a cholera epidemic. Fast forward more than a century and we're faced with another health crisis, this time on a global scale. It's been a scary time, but we take comfort …

Cardinal Chronicles: Christopher Marmolejo, UIW Class of 2020

It takes a special kind of person to answer the call to serve their country. It's a vocation that requires bravery, perseverance and above all, faith. Christopher Marmolejo has all three. His military honors include the Army Meritorious Unit Commendation, the National Defense Service Medal, the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal and more than a …

Cardinal Chronicles: Lauren Rein, UIW Class of 2020

What do the UIW synchronized swimming team captain, a student double majoring in Mathematics and Mechatronics Engineering, the president of the UIW Society of Women Engineers, a student athlete advisory committee representative, a San Antonio Math Scholar and the vice president of the Engineering Club have in common? Well – they’re all the same person. …

Cardinal Chronicles: Nicholas LeBlanc, UIW Class of 2020

The arrival of COVID-19 derailed college students’ plans and expectations around the world, and UIW Cardinals were, unfortunately, no exception. Still, members of the UIW Spring Class of 2020 have made a lasting impact on our community – an impact that could never be forgotten, despite missed end-of-year celebrations and ceremonies. We reached out to …

Why I Love UIW

By: Julianne Salame, UIW student The sky is a soft, light blue and there is a warm glow on the red bricks of campus buildings. The morning sun reflects off the clock tower’s beautiful stained glass as the bells toll to signal the start of 9 a.m. class. The air is crisp on a breezy day and the smell of freshly cut …

Resolutions for the New Semester

Picture this. You’ve just arrived on campus for the first time this year. It’s a cool morning. Coffee in hand, you feel refreshed, recharged and ready to face a new semester…a new year…a new decade. The possibilities are endless for you. This year, you’ll get it right. This is the year you’ll hit the gym …

Bible Verses for the Busy College Student

College brings some of the best times in a person's life - unfortunately, it can also bring some of the most stressful times. Between classes, student organizations, homework, exams, internships and more, it can all feel overwhelming sometimes. For the moments when it feels like just too much, we've put together a list of some …

Keeping Christ in Christmas

As Christmas Day fast approaches, it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. Shopping malls are flooded with last-minute gift seekers, commercial after commercial encourages us to buy the next big thing, and travelers fill roads and airports. It also seems that every year, stores begin putting up …

5 Dorm Hacks That Will Make You Never Want to Leave Your Room

It may still be hot out there, but summer is quickly coming to an end. While we’ve enjoyed the sunshine, time off, summer travel and days by the pool, nothing beats the start of a new school year. Interesting classes, new friends, football games and more are giving us so much to look forward to …

Six Valentine’s Day Gifts for the Cardinal You Love

Breathe it in, everyone – it’s the first day of February, and love is definitely in the air! If your heart stopped for a second because you suddenly realized that means you only have 13 days left to find the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for your sweetheart, don’t worry. We’ve got you covered! Take a …