Opinion
Work Experience and the Devaluing of Education
College attendance has skyrocketed in the past few decades. It is significantly harder to obtain what is considered a “quality” job without a four-year degree. There is also an increased amount of pressure on young adults to enroll in the first place. However, even when people are successful in obtaining a college diploma, many freshly […]
Koalas are not the cute animal they make themselves out to be
When I was little I wanted a koala because the stuffed animals always looked so cute. However, when I saw a real koala in the zoo, I did a complete 180 and never wanted to see one again. They look like grumpy old men. They have fuzz around their ears which makes it look like […]
COVID-19 Pandemic Has Made College Students Lazy
Pushing off assignments until the last minute has always been a part of college life. We all know procrastination will never help us, most of the time pushing something off until later will make the situation worse, and the lockdown just added fuel to the fire. Procrastination can be caused by several things like stress, […]
Argumentation and Critical Thinking
The brain absorbs around 34GB of new information every day, which is essentially enough to overwhelm a laptop. Much of this new information prompts us to reflect on and challenge our core beliefs, but we rarely understand why, and it can lead to confusion regarding what we actually understand. The idea of the populace lacking […]
OneNote is Criminally Underutilized by Students at USD
Across USD, students are hunched over their laptops and tablets in every classroom, furiously taking notes as lecturers passionately teach their chosen discipline. Attentive students know they’ll take their midterm exams in a month. They’ll be hitting the books and attempting to review their notes in preparation for the exams. However, a few will find […]
Could I Survive Without the Internet?
Obviously, the internet is not essential for life. We do not need it like we need food, water or shelter, but it would be a difficult change for people to stop using the internet. I can hardly imagine how bored I would become. When USD’s internet went out on Wednesday, I spent two hours doing […]
Spotify or Apple Music: Which One is Worth It?
The type of music you listen to says a lot about you and your feelings, but the music streaming service you use can also tell a lot about a person. Whether you’re into classic rock, hip-hop, or indie pop, finding the right platform to discover and enjoy your favorite tunes is crucial. Some people prefer […]
An Ode to UBrew
USD has presented multiple new food and drink options for its students in the 2022-23 school year. One of the most notable changes being the switch in the coffee shop area; as the UBrew became a Grid which serves Starbucks. While many are excited about this change due to the company’s popularity, a few students […]
Editorial: New Permitted Alcohol Sales Could Cause More Problems
This weekend, the Coyote football team will be hosting Cal Poly for their home opener of the season. For students and Coyote fans alike, this year’s game day atmosphere will be completely different, and not just because Coyote Alley will be transforming tailgating, but because it is the first time alcohol sales will be permitted […]
Why Do Words Matter?
Words are essential in effectively communicating with family and friends. Although words are limited by the twenty-six letters they are composed of, their meaning and impact is endless. Words create images within the books we hold most dear. Words spread messages of happiness and bring us closer to our favorite fictional or non-fictional characters. We […]