Somewhere out there, there is a young child who peers up at their television screen and sees themself — however, it is not in a way that empowers them, not in a way that makes them realize their dreams, but in a way that scares them, in a way that makes them confused about who they are.
Read more
Online school does have its perks. One such perk is that students can show up to class in their pajamas and no one will ever know. However, the flexibility and comfortability of Zoom means many people have not been flexing their fashion skills as much as they would have on campus.
Read more
Whether your photographer is a beginner or expert, a friend or family member, these five-pointers will ensure your big milestone is aesthetically archived. For some insight into the process of grad-photo-taking, two seasoned USD photographers shared some of their best practices.
Read more
When it eventually rolls around in the semester, spring break feels like the greatest, most-needed gift from Earth. The cherished one-week break from tests, essays, and homework gives students the opportunity to reset and turn their attention to anything and everything but school. Nowadays, with online classes and Zoom fatigue, spring break feels more necessary than ever. However, these unprecedented times have made it a bit more difficult to plan a trip or a weekend getaway with friends.
Read more
At the start of March 2020, no one expected what the next year would bring. People held on to each other for the last time, they grieved, they cried, and they constantly told the people in their lives how much they loved them. People felt physically and emotionally distant from the ones they loved. For the first time, some truly didn’t know what was going to happen next. And in the moment, many couldn’t grasp the idea that any goodness or any light could come from one of the darkest years.
Read more
This coming spring break will look a little different for most students compared to previous years. In order to follow along with the current pandemic guidelines, many of us will opt for a relaxing staycation rather than jetting off to Cabo for a week filled with piña coladas and continuously watching night turn into day. After spending almost exactly a year of being glued to our computer screens, this spring break can be used as a time to completely unplug from the stress of the virtual world.
Read more
The mid-semester slump — a time where school just feels like too much — hits almost everyone during midterms, especially since school exists exclusively over the computer now. Classes feel longer, papers keep piling up, and agendas are filled to the brim with dates and deadlines. When times like this come up, it’s important to remember to take care of yourself and refocus your priorities. Here are fifteen different ways to relieve stress and find happiness in the little things.
Read more
You may think singing during a Zoom class while your mic was on, or pinning someone’s screen while wearing blue light glasses, clearly showing their reflection, was embarrassing; but imagine how many embarrassing things happen in person. Even though USD’s campus is small, the embarrassing moments that happen are larger than life and most of the time unforgettable — especially by your best friends. Here are some of the top seven most embarrassing moments on campus you definitely don’t miss.
Read moreUSD students with large followings share their tips for finding an audience Olivia Hunt / Asst. A&C Editor / The USD Vista TikTok is one of the most fertile digital grounds for creativity, inspiration, and of course, memes. Users can easily find others with common interests to connect with and share […]
Read more
Starting a journal is a daunting task for many, but it’s one of the most rewarding forms of self-expression out there.
Read more