Memories from the hilltop

Class of 2013 - As a student, Ledarrion participated in Hilltop Leaders and an internship with the Attorney General’s Office in Washington, D.C.

Class of 2001 - Richard recounts lessons learned while obtaining his MBA, his participation in Delta Mu Delta, and how St. Edward’s felt like a family. 

Class of 1968 - Marcus reflects on creating the “Ghostwriter Awards” with his classmates (and winning one for “Most Unique Beard”) in addition to how students passed time out of class.

Class of 2017 - Businessman and Iraq War veteran Scott Baker speaks about how the Conex project, and other university initiatives, impacted his life.

Class of 1968 - Originally on the road to become a brother himself, Tony speaks of the tremendous influence Br. Dunn had on him during his time at the university. 

Class of 1970 - Sissy shares some of the challenges and opportunities she encountered as one of the first women to graduate from St. Edward’s.

Class of 1970 - Though his first attempt to make the basketball team failed, Brooklyn native Alex Brezsnyak would be team captain during his senior year.

Class of 1970 - Canon reflects on his political activities on an off campus, the crucial role of the class of 1970, and his journey to become an Episcopalian priest.

Class of 1969 - A lifelong student of Catholic schools, Don shares what attracted him to St. Edward’s and recounts the best off-campus hangouts.

Class of 1983 - Jon speaks to the role CAMP played in his life, his tips for becoming popular, and the transition of power from the Brothers to President Patricia Hayes.

Class of  2015 - Claire recounts the bonds of friendship made on campus and how her time at St. Edward’s helped her to learn the value of service work.

Class of 1969 - Through a friendship with the university’s French professor, Mike found a passion for French culture and took a job in France after graduation.

Class of 1970 - Inspired by many of her professors, Rebecca taught for 25 years, sharing much of the knowledge she acquired at St. Edward’s with others.

Class of 1959 - St. Edward’s was an “epiphany” for track and field athlete John Dudney, who notes that it provided him with structure and discipline.

Class of 1968 - This Vietnam veteran and lifelong Texan describes the many ways he challenged himself and the discoveries those challenges yielded.

Class of 2019 - Alison credits St. Edward’s with teaching her about the kind of person she wanted to be and shares memories of studying abroad in Spain while working on her double major.

Class of 1970 - Upon reflection, Carol appreciates the safety and progressiveness of St. Edward’s during the turbulent 1960s.

Class of 2017 - Andrea, an Air Force veteran, shares her experiences as a transfer student who was also older than many of her classmates.

Class of 1970 - An active member of the campus bowling club, Steven recalls the campus going co-ed and the field trips taken in Br. Daniel Lynch’s ecology class.

Class of 2007 - Former mayor of San Marcos, Daniel was a student within a few days of making a new year’s resolution to obtain a master’s degree.

Class of 1970 - Pat describes how she came to St. Edward’s, and the culture shock of being one of the first female students.

Class of 2011 - Feeling at “home” from her first visit to campus, Lauren shares her experiences as a part of the Living Learning Community.

Class of 2014 - A native of Nicaragua, Leonidas credits the Holy Cross values for changing his life.

Class of 1964 - Ed, a 2001-2015 Board of Trustees member, recounts his time as a student brother and the strict rules of that program.

Faculty - An Austin icon, Emma Lou Linn recounts how she joined the faculty and how the student body has changed since the 1970s.

Faculty - A former artistic director of the theatre department, Ev spent over 20 years on the Hilltop.

Class of 1970 - Helen details her treasured memories of being a cheerleader, meeting her husband, and an “initiation” where she and other women had to wear burlap.

Class of 1968 - An avid horseback rider, Al kept his horse at the stables on campus. He also was the target of a prank that left a goat in his room.

Class of 2019  - Monica was the second student to graduate with a dual degree from SEU and Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University.

Alum  - Though only on campus for one year, Dan made lifelong friends on the hilltop and was a javelin thrower on the track team.

Class of 1967 - As a student brother, Randy recalls his time on campus as mostly “prayerful”. He also worked in the registrar’s office.

Class of 1970 - In addition to expressing her appreciation for the diversity of ideas on campus, Eileen “sets the record straight” on how women first came to St, Edward's.

Class of 1968 - Carlos was one of the founders of radio station KSEU and the school talent show, Campus Capers. He was also a campus photographer.

Class of 2015 and 2021 - Since hosting his own show in the early days of Topper Radio, Jesse has been a distinct presence in the campus community as both a student and staff member.

Class of 2009 - A former president of the campus rotary club, Karina describes the professors who impacted her life and the many campus activities she took part in.

Class of 1968 - Bill was a member of the university’s cross country team and enjoyed meeting friends from around the globe while he was a student.

Class of 1990 - Geronimo, a CAMP graduate who was active in student government, shares how his parents and his time at SEU prepared him for success. He went on to serve as President of the Austin ISD School Board.

Class of 1972 - Paul credits the diversity of St. Edward’s campus for opening his eyes to new people and cultures.

Class of 2018 - Aaron recounts the eye-opening experiences of a faculty-led trip to Chile and his involvement with the Hilltop Veteran’s Association.

Class of 1970 - Joe is a proud St. Edward’s alum, member of the Golden Guard, and participated in numerous clubs and organizations while a student.

Class of 2004 - A former biology student, Robin transferred to SEU and changed her major after seeing a performance at MMNT. She also shares her memories of being in the theater department on 9/11.

Alum - Maria shares the good and the bad of life in East Hall in addition to reflections on her time planning pep rallies and going to rugby games.

Class of 2021- Johana notes that the CAMP program and studying abroad in France helped her to form lasting friendships and feel like part of a family. 

Class of 2003 - Larry notes that he “grew up at SEU” and describes the variety of jobs he held on campus.

Class of 1970 - Being one of the first female students at the university came with some challenges, but during her time on the hilltop Carol also got to sled down the down the hill with lunch trays.

Class of 1968 - Roberto's closest connections were made through baseball and living in the dorms as a freshman.

Alum - When Marylou’s aunt heard St. Edward’s was admitting women, she thought it would be a perfect fit for her niece. It turns out she was right!

Class of 1969 - As a world-traveler who has had many vocations, Bill credits Br. Charles and St. Edward’s for shaping his career path.

Class of 2019 - Though she originally pursued an interest in education, through her classes Ashley discovered her passion for technical writing and journalism.

Class of 1999 - A non-traditional student who benefitted from the New College program, Felecia is candid about the challenges she faced while being a single mom who worked full time.

Class of 2018 - From her first day on campus as a student to her more recent days as Communication Coordinator for OIT, Yasmeen has been proud to be a part of a community that is always challenging itself to grow.

Class of 1968 - Sabas reflects on his time in athletics, the transition of the university to a coed school, and the pranks he used to pull with his friends.