Diary of a first-year: students look back
First-year students share insights on their first semester at USD. From social to academic life, the new Toreros are successfully finding their place in the community.
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Rating Rate My Professors
Students weigh in on the professor-ranking website and whether it benefits course selection. Some swear by the resource, while others are cautious of credibility.
Read moreCatching up with the Toreros
While students took the much-needed break to recover from a challenging fall semester, some of our fellow Toreros were busy crushing it on the court, pool, and everywhere in between.
Read moreBouncing back with USD men’s basketball
The men’s basketball team took on the no. 2 ranked Gonzaga Bulldogs on Thursday, Feb. 3, fighting hard for 40 minutes but eventually falling 62-92. Head coach Sam Scholl knew the game would be tough going in, but backed his team to play to the best of their ability.
Read moreSherri Stephens leads the Toreros for final season
USD Women’s Tennis’ head coach Sherri Stephens is retiring after nearly four decades with the program. In that time, she has won a WCC championship, made it to 13 NCAA tournaments, and been an important mentor to every athlete she has coached.
Read moreThe best holiday gifts for everyone on your list
The Vista is here to make the holidays less stressful with a gift guide that ranges from $50 and under (so there is more giving without having to give up half of your bank account).
Read moreLearning body positivity one day at a time
Body confidence lowered for many during quarantine as the number of people doing home workouts increased. Although it can be difficult to love your body, it is important to understand that being “healthy” looks different for everyone.
Read moreHow the Rittenhouse and Arbery verdicts failed us
The guilty verdict in victim Ahmaud Arbery does not mean Black people have received justice. Following the verdict of the Kyle Rittenhouse case, the justice system seems to be taking a few steps back.
Read moreThe civics test should not define citizenship
Before being deemed a citizen of the United States, immigrants have to pass the civics test. This test is outdated and does not represent the knowledge of an American citizen. Political knowledge is more important than knowing U.S. history, and both citizens and non-citizens should increase theirs.
Read moreThe best books we read in 2021
Over the holidays, sit down with these books and enjoy some pleasure reading.
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