September 22, 2015
Honors students will offer free ACT prep course to high school students
Working to find its niche in the community, the USD Honors Association is working to prepare high school students for the ACT. HA President Joshua Arens, a junior, said he’s excited for the new ACT program to make an impact on high school students, as well as the organization’s progress as a whole. “We’re obviously […]
SGA passes multiple resolutions, donates $20,000 to downtown theater
The Student Government Association’s Tuesday night meeting was brief, as they passed two resolutions and one bill with little debate among senators. The first to pass was Resolution #4, which involved appropriating funds to TEDxUSD. After weeks of discussion, the resolution passed with no debate or opposition. The TEDxUSD student board’s original asking price was […]
Brands take to social media on September 11
September 11 is a difficult time for Americans and a controversial day for brands. This is the time of year that brands take to social media sites such as Twitter to show their respect for the tragedy that occurred 14 years ago when terrorists attacked the United States. These brands mean well when they tweet on […]
Tattoo critics need to accept changing times
I’m tattooed, employed and still love Jesus. It’s no secret tattoos have become more popular over the last few decades. What was once considered distasteful is now becoming trendy. Unfortunately though, not everyone thinks tattoos are acceptable. Some people believe tattoos can be a sign that someone is a terrible person. What they don’t realize is […]
Sororities using smartphone app as precautionary safety tool
Two USD sororities are utilizing a safety smartphone application to protect its members as a precaution against dangerous situations when walking home late at night. SafeTrek, which is available free to all USD students, is an app that summons emergency responders to users who find themselves in need of assistance. Bridget Wilds, a member of […]
Center for Diversity & Community to host Eid al-Ahda celebration
USD’s Center for Diversity & Community (CDC) is preparing for its first Eid al-Ahda celebration, to which all students are welcome. Lamont Sellers, director of the CDC, said Eid al-Ahda, also known as the feast of sacrifice, is a holiday celebrated by Muslims all over the world. The holiday commemorates Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice his […]
Alcohol speaker draws more than 1,200 students
“How many people in the audience have ever killed their three best friends while drunk and driving a car? My name is Mark Sterner.” Mark Sterner held up his hand and silenced a group of more than 1,200 students as he told his story in Aalfs Auditorium on Monday evening. Sterner was on spring break […]
Committee works toward uniform recycling program
A uniform, campus-wide program to help students reuse, renew and recycle is in the works at USD. Consisting of students and faculty, the Committee on Recycling was created last spring as a way to brainstorm and implement a successful recycling policy. Emily Hattouni, a committee member, has a personal goal of implementing a campus-wide recycling […]
Exercise classes paying off, columnist looks for a bingo
After a weekend away from school to celebrate a birthday, I realize how important fitness is. These new classes I’m trying at the Wellness Center are paying off. Simple tasks, such as walking, have become easier. My legs feel less sore going up the stairs in Slagle Hall – but I still loathe it – and […]