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Pursuit of Passions: Artists Share Their Aha Moments

April 18, 2023 by Yamillah Hurtado

Senior Michael Gullo strums his guitar. Gullo said his father gifted him a guitar one Christmas when he was a kid. Photo by Lucian HimesAn aha moment is when one experiences a sudden realization, inspiration or insight.My aha moment for writing this article goes like this.I was sitting in my Art Fundamentals class at the beginning of last semester. My professor, Christina … [Read more...] about Pursuit of Passions: Artists Share Their Aha Moments

A Brighter Future: First-Generation College Students Share Their Experiences

April 11, 2023 by Yamillah Hurtado

Senior Stephanie Abad and her fellow First Wave Ambassadors — (left to right) Catherine Reyes-Higueros, Aaliyah Pitts and Terra Hernandez, a staff member of the Graphic — pose on Drescher Gulls Way Patio during the First-Generation Spring Banquet on April 6. Abad said being a First Wave Ambassador has helped her feel more connected to her community. Photo courtesy of Stephanie … [Read more...] about A Brighter Future: First-Generation College Students Share Their Experiences

Hot Shots: Sports Help Perpetuate a Culture of Toxic Masculinity

April 9, 2023 by Yamillah Hurtado

Art by Vivian HsiaPicture this.A group of kids are playing a game of kickball. One boy goes up to kick the ball and kicks it out of the field. He runs as fast as he can to home plate. He scores. All of the kids on his team cheer loudly and proudly for him. Then, another boy goes up to kick the ball. He’s nervous; there is pressure to do well. He kicks the ball, but it … [Read more...] about Hot Shots: Sports Help Perpetuate a Culture of Toxic Masculinity

‘Americana: A Murder Ballad’ Brings Awareness of Gun Violence in Schools

April 9, 2023 by Tanya Yarian & Yamillah Hurtado

The cast of 'Americana: A Murder Ballad' stand on stage at Smothers Theatre on April 3. The play opened as the cast walked on stage holding candles and singing a ballad. Photos by Lucian Himes Content Warning: This coverage story includes the topic of gun violence. “I should be writing my college essay, not my will.” These are the words on one of many banners that hung above … [Read more...] about ‘Americana: A Murder Ballad’ Brings Awareness of Gun Violence in Schools

A Night of Music, Art and Community: Pacific Sounds Returns

March 26, 2023 by Tanya Yarian and Yamillah Hurtado

Fiji Blue sings at PSMA as fog takes over the stage March 25. Fiji Blue sang original songs including "Outside" and "Waves." Photo by Sammie Wuensche Sunshine, music and good vibes brought students to Alumni Park for the 2023 Pacific Sounds Music and Arts Festival (PSMA). The Student Programming Board hosted a night of music and food March 25 with over 450 attendees, … [Read more...] about A Night of Music, Art and Community: Pacific Sounds Returns

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