Jennette McCurdy is ‘glad her mom died’
Although writer and former actress Jennette McCurdy visited USD on Dec. 8 last semester, her memoir, “I’m Glad my Mom Died,” continues to make waves and demonstrate its cultural impact.
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95th Oscars recap
This year, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences hosted the 95th Academy Awards, also known as the “Oscars,” on March 12. The Academy Awards have been around since 1929, honoring films released each year. Outstanding films from the previous year are nominated for various reasons in 24 different categories, from directing, editing, costume design and more, celebrating each film’s accomplishments.
Read moreMcKenna Braegelmann advocates mental health
“You are worthy.” “You are enough.” These are just a few words USD junior McKenna Braegelmann wishes she was told when she was struggling with her mental health after suffering a sports related injury.
Read moreSpring Break recap
While many students took off to Europe, Cabo and various other spring break hot spots to relax this past week, the work did not stop for student athletes.
Read moreInside the world of Sarah J. Maas
For many readers, including myself, Sarah J. Maas has become a favorite author. With millions of copies sold worldwide in 38 different languages, Maas has taken hold of the fantasy genre as the #1 New York Times and international bestselling author.
Read moreLet’s talk about porn
Pornography, also known as “porn,” is a taboo word that refers to the highly lucrative industry that produces and creates sexually explicit content for viewers. Revolutionized by the internet, anyone with a wireless connection and computer is able to experience their sexual fantasies at any time, anywhere. Much of which is entirely free.
Read moreThe unusual world of festivals
A big part of American culture is rooted in participation in group festivities and the eagerness for the holiday spirit. From the values of Thanksgiving dinner to the widespread commercial success during Valentine’s Day, and the hype of Super Bowl Sundays to the cheer and festive joy of the Christmas season, nothing brings families closer in the U.S. than big celebrations and holidays.
Read more‘They love me, they love me not’
I love love. If I am reading a book, nine times out of ten it is a romance novel. Picking a movie to watch? I am searching through the romance category. My Spotify playlists or top artists? Mostly love songs.
Read moreBlack history is American history
If you’ve ever read “Fahrenheit 451,” you know that banning information is a dangerous form of control. It is evident that Florida lawmakers haven’t read Ray Bradbury’s book. Last month, the Florida Department of Education sent a letter to the College Board stating that they had decided to ban the AP African American Studies course. The course is still brand new, with the 2022-2023 school year being its debut.
Read moreUSD women’s tennis competes in ITA
The USD women’s tennis team traveled to Seattle, Washington, to compete in the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) Indoor National Championships.
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