How the artwork of civil rights’ activists has changed over the years By Olivia Hunt / A&C Assistant Editor The role of art in confronting governmental and social issues is far from new, and the line between artist and activist is often blurred. From signs and murals to slogans and […]
Read moreWhat makes Trader Joe’s stand out in San Diego Anna Valaik / A&C Assistant Editor “Even though we’re a chain, Trader Joe’s doesn’t feel like a regular grocery store. We’re like a toned-down vintage-nautical Whole Foods,” Mitchell Valine, a Trader Joe’s employee and a sophomore at USD, explained about what […]
Read moreHow hopeless romantics and the avid dating community are finding a way to crush online Taylor DeGuzman / Arts & Culture Editor / The USD Vista COVID-19 has brought forth several obstacles to everyday life. However, it appears that the community that is taking one of the biggest hits this […]
Read moreSpend a full day exploring the island off of San Diego. Anna Valaik / A&C Assistant Editor Tucked away, set off right outside downtown San Diego, is a peninsula called Crown City, or more commonly known as Coronado. Although the city is only two miles in length, there is something […]
Read morePerforming Arts students at USD struggle to stay connected with their passions and art forms amidst a pandemic and online classes Taylor DeGuzman / Arts and Culture Editor The transition to online learning and social distancing was not easy for a lot of students. Whether if surrounding oneself with friends […]
Read moreStaff Picks: Podcasts Anna Valaik / A&C Section Editor Over quarantine, many people took to new forms of entertainment such as listening to podcasts. There is something about learning something new, engaging in a conversation, or simply hearing a unique voice on a podcast that provides a one-of-kind experience that […]
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Watching movies in theaters has quickly become a nostalgic pastime. However, after seven months of closure, movie theaters are now open in San Diego amongst strict health and safety measures. Taylor DeGuzman / Arts and Culture Editor Smelling the freshly-made, buttery movie theater popcorn, feeling the cold, brisk air as […]
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Chadwick Boseman, known for his portrayal of famous Black figures such as Jackie Robinson and Thurgood Marshall, passed away on Aug. 28, 2020 Taylor DeGuzman / Arts and Culture Editor There will forever be only one Chadwick Boseman. A king. A warrior. A lover. On Aug. 28, 2020, the world […]
Read moreSan Diego’s Tastiest: Thirst-Quenching Drinks and Treats Anna Valaik / Assistant A&C Editor August and September in San Diego can be hot, so hot that finding the nearest AC unit or beach becomes the only priority in life. When the sun is scorching and it’s 90 degree weather, it’s also important […]
Read moreNew club spotlight: GESP Olivia Hunt / Asst A+C Editor How does a social justice club transition from raising awareness to achieving tangible change on campus? There’s no one-size-fits-all approach, but the University of San Diego’s new Gender Equality and Sex Positivity club (GESP) seems to have a solid strategy […]
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