Art by Vivian HsiaTransparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.I remember sitting in on a friend's family argument as my friend's teenage brother — we'll call him Tony — repeatedly shouted, "You don't understand, mom!"Sitting awkwardly, I realized something … [Read more...] about Opinion: There Are Some Problems Empathy Can’t Solve
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Hot Shots: Sports Help Perpetuate a Culture of Toxic Masculinity
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
Opinion: Read More, Even If It’s On Your Phone
Art by Vivian HsiaTransparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. I love my phone. I love my phone so much, I named her Camille. However, I spend about two hours a day aimlessly scrolling through social media. That is 14 hours a week and 728 hours a year I spend watching … [Read more...] about Opinion: Read More, Even If It’s On Your Phone
Rant: No Thanks, Humboldt Fog
Art by Vivian Hsia Hear me out. While I may not be a cheese connoisseur, I do enjoy a wide variety of the delectable dairy product. A nice sharp white cheddar? Amazing. A creamy brie? Absolutely. A smokey aged gouda? Yes, please. However, Humboldt Fog? Not it for me. I had high hopes and expectations — I mean, a random man with blue hair had recommended it to Sammie and I in … [Read more...] about Rant: No Thanks, Humboldt Fog
Rave: Humboldt Fog is Anything but Humble
Art by Vivian Hsia When my friend Lisette and I pulled up to Ralphs to get a tiramisu for our roommate’s birthday, I had no idea my cheese-loving life was about to change for the better. Across the parking lot, I spotted a man, probably in his '60s, with bright blue hair. I pointed him out to Lisette as we made our way into the store. Immediately deterred from our tiramisu … [Read more...] about Rave: Humboldt Fog is Anything but Humble
