Build-A-Cardinal brings a sense of community for new, returning students
The University of the Incarnate Word welcomed new and returning students last Friday with the Build-A-Cardinal event in the Student Engagement Center.
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UIW Cheer Places Top 10 in National Tournament in Daytona
By Franchesca Renteria The University of the Incarnate Word Spirit program placed in the top 10 in the NCA College Nationals on April 10, 2026. The team traveled to Daytona Beach, Florida, on April 9 to compete in one of the top collegiate cheer competitions in the country. The event brought together elite programs, including…
Cardinal Fencers Fall Flat in NCAA Tournament Over the Weekend
By Franchesca Renteria and Kade Thomas The University of the Incarnate Word wrapped up its NCAA men’s fencing tournament held on March 19-22, 2026, placing last out of 22 universities. Stacked competition that included Ivy League programs, including Harvard, Columbia and Yale. Notre Dame was victorious, with a total of 183 points. Junior saber fencer…
‘Our community needs to know what’s going on’: UIW Police Chief on the Importance of Transparency
By Franchesca Renteria At the University of the Incarnate Word, the police department is responsible for campus safety regarding issues from vehicle incidents to Title IX reports. Campus Police Chief John Catts balances crime and media coverage in real time. Part of his job is to be more cautious in pushing out information quickly. “We…
UIW Bishop Hopes Students Embrace the Upcoming Lent Season
Rev. Trevor Alexander says Ash Wednesday is treated as a single religious event rather than the beginning of the spiritual journey, and he sees that as one of the biggest pastoral challenges. “It becomes the highlight for one day, then we move on to the next,” Alexander said.
Student Athletes Juggle Work-Education-Life Balance
By: Kade Thomas and Franchesca Renteria For some, college was not defined by campus life, fraternities or free afternoons between classes. Instead, it was shaped by time, clocking in and late-night studying after work. As tuition and cost of living continue to rise, a growing number of students are graduating while balancing employment alongside an…