About Us

Welcome to Talon Student Media (TSM), the independent, student-driven media hub at The University of Texas at Tyler!

At TSM, we’re proud to host a variety of media outlets that provide a platform for creativity and expression. From the hard-hitting journalism on The Patriot Talon website to the captivating narratives in Inspired Minds Literary Magazine, and from the electrifying podcasts and documentaries to the trendy pages of The Patriot Pulse Lifestyle Magazine – we’ve got it all covered!

We take pride in being the “Voice of The Student Body.” Our primary goal is to keep the university community informed, entertained, and educated. We strive to maintain high ethical standards in all our work, ensuring fairness, accuracy, and balance in our reporting. TSM is a public forum where every student’s voice is encouraged and welcomed.

TSM is not just a media outlet. Students gain hands-on experience in different media formats, including print, video, podcasting, radio, web, and social media. It’s not just about producing content; it’s about fostering critical thinking, teamwork, time management, and leadership skills. 

No matter your major, TSM is open to all, providing a canvas to unleash your creativity and develop critical skills, learn, grow, and contribute to the media landscape on campus.

Join Talon Student Media today and be a part of the electrifying journey of storytelling, impact, and student empowerment! Help us create waves that resonate far beyond our campus, and leave a lasting legacy of excellence.

Our Mission Statement

We are an independent, student-run news outlet. We strive to inform, educate and entertain students, faculty, and staff at the University of Texas at Tyler. TSM staff members receive training to follow responsible journalism codes of ethics. The Patriot encourages and proves a way for all student voices to be heard. TSM is open to students of all majors and serves as a learning tool for print, video, podcasting, radio, web, and social media. Staff members will also gain experience in critical thinking, teamwork, time management, and leadership.