April 24, 2022
Editorial: Temperature, water, the fate of our planet is in our hands
The issue of climate change has been a problem for years, but it is evident that we are now experiencing the effects of it in our daily life. We need to be a part of the solution, not the problem. But is it too late to make a difference? Have we damaged our planet so […]
Don’t take my advice
If there is one thing you should not do in your lifetime, it’s listen to me. However, as my time here at USD winds to a close, it has me thinking about what I would have done differently. Underclassmen, please feel free to read, enjoy my silly blunders and refrain from doing anything of similarity […]
Giant pandas are a treasure worth protecting
I recently watched a documentary on the life of a panda in captivity. Zookeepers and scientists all agree that pandas must not become attached to humans. They must also learn that humans will not provide them with food. A way to combat this in a sanctuary or in a zoo, is zookeepers will put on […]
Transitioning out of college
Leaving college life behind with no transitional period is not an easy feat. I am still technically a sophomore in college and am already concerning myself with life after college and how much my life will change. Not having the freedom of curating your own schedule, not seeing and spending time with friends every day […]
Theatre department presents final show of spring semester, “Triumph of Love”
The Department of Theatre is presenting the last play of this semester, Triumph of Love, April 20-23 at 7:30 p.m. and April 24 at 2 p.m. in the Wayne S. Knutson Theatre. Director Casey Paradies said Triumph of Love is a musical about the princess of Sparta, Princess Leonide, who falls in love with a […]
USD Opera returns with medieval performance
The USD Opera will be returning to the main stage after two years to present a serious, yet comedic, opera titled “Alcina.” Directed by professor of music Tracelyn Gesteland and conducted by Luis Viquez, “Alcina” by George Frideric Handel is set in the late medieval times where an evil sorceress puts a knight under her […]
USD’s music department introduces new recital to community
USD’s music department presented its first ever Composition Studio Recital on April 14 in Colton Recital Hall. Students have been offered lessons in music composing since the fall of 2020. “The compositions in the recital were composed by my students,” Paul Lombardi, USD composition professor, said. “The pieces will be performed by my students as […]
Award shows give us a sign of the times
While award shows have arguably given us a reason not to watch them anymore, I think they provide the perfect lens into where the world is at culturally. Some watch them for the fashion, some for the drama or perhaps even some watch for the awards themselves (seemingly rare these days). What I think makes […]
Editorial: Award shows have lost their appeal
Over the last few years, award shows have slowly been losing their hold on society. These awards, like the Emmys, VMAs and Golden Globes, are still important for those being nominated. However, for viewers, the awards have little importance. These award shows have become popularity contests, fashion shows and a platform for political discussions. These […]
Aardvarks are the worst
I’m sensing a pattern in my articles. I seem to not like large burrowing animals. In the past, I’ve talked about my hatred of anteaters as well as my suspicion of groundhogs. I would like to add aardvarks to my list of burrowing animals I don’t like. While aardvarks might have cute nicknames like “ant […]