News Staff

Sergio Medina

Editor in Chief

Sergio Medina is a journalism senior and editor in chief for The Mesquite at Texas A&M University-San Antonio. He transferred from San Antonio College in December 2021, where he was editor for The Ranger student publication for four years. Sergio’s interest in journalism comes from a love in storytelling consisting of movies, video games, TV series, books and comic books. Upon completing his bachelor’s degree, Sergio aims to join the journalism ranks servicing the San Antonio community.

• Articles Posted: 23

Amber Esparza

Managing Editor

Amber Esparza is a senior communications major and Managing Editor for The Mesquite at Texas A&M University-San Antonio. Amber joined The Mesquite in spring 2021 as a Photo and Multimedia Editor after transferring from the Alamo Colleges with an associate’s degree in communication. Amber has extensive experience in photography, journalism and radio, television and film. In her spare time, Amber enjoys thrift shopping, doing deep dives on the music she’s listening to and watching movies, TV and YouTube. Amber hopes to build a career that can incorporate all of her passions for media and entertainment.

• Articles Posted: 13

Xochilt Garcia

Assistant Editor

Xochilt Garcia is a sophomore at Texas A&M University-San Antonio majoring in communications. In her downtime Xochilt enjoys reading anything she can get her hands on and listening to music in all forms. Xochilt hopes to become a full-time reporter, traveling and bringing light to the stories that matter to the community.

• Articles Posted: 15

Matthew Lopez

Sports Editor

Matthew Lopez is a junior at Texas A&M University-San Antonio majoring in communications. Matthew received his associate degree along with his high school diploma in 2018. In his downtime he likes to go to the gym, watch sports and write poetry. He hopes to have a career in journalism where he can report on anything and everything — as long as he gets to continue writing, that is enough for him.

• Articles Posted: 23

Ashley Khamtrashyan

Staff Writer

Ashley Khamtrashyan is a communication junior who transferred from Northwest Vista College. She enjoys spending time with her family and traveling. Ashley is also part of the San Antonio Association of Hispanic Journalists. After graduation, she plans to pursue a career in journalism as a reporter.

• Articles Posted: 8

Raul Trey Lopez

Social Media Editor

Raul Trey Lopez is a communication senior at Texas A&M University-San Antonio. He is a first-generation college student. In his spare time, he likes listening to music. After graduation, he hopes to pursue a career in journalism while also maintaining his family flooring business.

• Articles Posted: 36

Tim Danger Ramos

Photo Editor

Tim Danger Ramos is a communications junior at Texas A&M University-San Antonio. He has been a passionate photographer for eight years and plans to become a photojournalist after graduating. In his spare time, he enjoys playing music and learning more about photography.

• Articles Posted: 5