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End of the year review: 10 of our best Arts and Culture stories

May 5, 2021

This year, the USD community turned to beautiful stories of diversity, stories of hope, stories that highlighted the beauty of San Diego, and stories that captured the arts and culture of USD to bask in moments of joy, however fleeting. The Arts and Culture section of The USD Vista offered readers an escape — whether that be an escape through online dating culture, delicious food and drinks, gorgeous sights and surroundings, tips and tricks for how to navigate life, and more.

Results of the 2020 Census

May 4, 2021

On April 26, the Census Bureau released 2020 census data along with apportionment results to have a lasting impact on factors ranging from federal funding to what party controls the House of Representatives for the next decade.

USD en route to normalcy for Fall 2021

May 4, 2021

Last spring, individuals lived in a world of uncertainty, of not knowing what came next. After the summer, USD students in particular were expectant of a more “normal” Fall 2020 semester. But, amidst rising cases and per state guidelines, classes and campus life did not resume in person as many were hoping.
This spring, however, is different and one thing is certain: plans for an in-person Fall 2021 semester at USD are underway.

USD President and General Counsel uninvite Maddox Lyons from SDSX event 24 hours beforehand

April 29, 2021

Maddox Lyons, a 13 year-old transgender teen and published author of picture book “I am Not a Girl” had his invitation to speak at “A Celebration of Gender Expression: Supreme Drag Superstar” (SDSX) revoked by President James T. Harris III, D.Ed., and Tom Skinner, general counsel for USD less than 24 hours before the event began.

Where has the time gone?

April 27, 2021

Time flies in college, especially when it’s packed with busy classes, internships, social events, sports games, and friends to enjoy it all with. One day it’s the first year, and the next it’s somehow senior year, and college is about to come to a close. As the USD juniors soon finish finals and approach their senior year, The USD Vista wanted to gain insight into this impending and exciting transition.

Spring fever, vaccine excitement, and Zoom fatigue … Oh my!

April 27, 2021

As the chilly gloom of winter has finally given way to balmy spring days, many students find themselves in the throes of spring fever — feeling particularly restless, energetic, and even romantic. These “symptoms” of spring fever, it seems, are only exacerbated in the midst of Zoom fatigue, senioritis, and post-vaccine excitement.

Spanish Writing Center’s “El Momento”

April 27, 2021

The Spanish Writing Center is a hidden gem on campus — not many students know about the center yet, but the hard work and dedication each tutor pours into the program makes it a helpful resource for many USD Spanish majors and minors. Having a Spanish Writing Center on USD’s campus is rare because not many other universities have similar programs.

USD updates on-campus COVID-19 protocols to fit Orange tier requirements

April 27, 2021

As San Diego begins to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, San Diego County has been able to successfully move into the moderate Orange tier. In accordance with this tier’s county guidelines, USD has been able to modify some current policies, allowing for less strict on-campus rules and more flexibility with social interactions.

From criminalized to capitalized: An examination of cannabis in light of 4/20

April 27, 2021

Weed, kush, pot, marijuana — regardless of the title, it is likely students have some familiarity with cannabis. According to a study by Narconon International, over 50% of adults in the U.S. have smoked it in their life, and this number is likely to increase as legalization continues. Where this herb is permitted recreationally, shops can be found that resemble candy stores.

USD mandates COVID-19 vaccination for students on campus next semester

April 27, 2021

With the end of the semester approaching, USD announced their decision to make getting a COVID-19 vaccination a requirement for those choosing to live in on-campus residence halls or attend in-person classes for the Fall 2021 semester. Although the Student Health Center (SHC) is still working toward attaining a larger vaccination supply for the USD community, the hope is that in the upcoming weeks greater amounts of students will be able to get vaccinated on campus before the semester ends.

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