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Presenting the first-ever Torero Runway Marketing students showcase fashion with a purpose
SPENCER BISPHAM MANAGING EDITOR As morning clouds finally parted last Thursday, the Paseo de Colachis was primed for the Torero Runway: a fashion show benefiting survivors of recent wildfires and the Maui Strong Fund. Seventeen students graced the catwalk in outfits from Fabletics, Forever 21, Express, Madewell, Allsaints, Vuori, American Eagle and Zara, all provided by the event’s sponsor: Fashion Valley Mall. The show was conceived from a partnership between the proprietor of Fashion Valley — Simon Property Group — and the Knauss School of Business. However, it was the students of an upper-division USD marketing class whose shared vision strung the whole event together. Last spring, USD Professor and Department Chair of Marketing Dr. Justine Farrell connected with Fashion Valley representatives at the “Art of Marketing Conference” here in San Diego. It was there that they offered to fund the show in hopes to drive business to the mall, a proposition Farrell was excited to accept. She brought the idea back to the Knauss School,
Students recruited by Dr. Farrell’s MKTG 480 class modeled clothing on the first-ever Torero Runway. Emma-Kate Squires/The USD Vista
where it turned into an elective course, MKTG 480 advertised directly to marketing students toward the end of the semester. Although USD regularly participates in outside partnerships, Farrell noted that the Torero Runway marked a special milestone in her department. “This is the first time in
Marketing — and I think in the Knauss School of Business — that we’ve done such a highly collaborative class with an industry partner,” Farrell said. “This was the first time that it’s been fully funded through our industry partner, fully supported and fully student-led.” Farrell also acknowledged
that the path to these victories wasn’t so easy. “It’s really hard, and it’s a slog going through it, there’s a lot of stuff that’s not very exciting and not very glamorous,” Farrell admitted. “It’s been more work than the students anticipated; I’ve pushed them harder and had more expectations than if it
Dialing for dollars
USD’s Telefunding Center and its purpose KATIE FOREMAN FEATURE EDITOR Many USD students may have never realized exactly where their scholarship or financial aid is coming from, or never even thought about it. But there is one source that is providing a large portion of this scholarship money: USD’s Telefunding Center. The Telefunding Center is a mostly student-operated center in Degheri Alumni Center responsible for raising money for student scholarships, financial aid, new technology, new buildings and more. The call center staffs 35 students every year who call 35,000 alumni and parents to gather donations; in the past years, they have raised over $400,000 annually. In
addition to Telefunding Manager Ahnyte Gomez-Cervantes, who oversees students, there are student-managers and studentcallers in charge of collecting these funds for USD. Students spoke about an average day in the life of a telefunder, as well as what a rewarding experience it has been. USD junior Alaon Saulet joined the telefunding team last spring and explained his process of making calls. “When I call, I usually ask first why they chose to go to USD, to kind of resonate with them and see if we have any similarity or something in common. And after that, I always love to hear from them. I like being a listener, so I let them talk about their experience at USD a bit and the things they liked about it hopefully,” Saulet said.
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were another class. [But] I know that day-of, when they see that stage erected and they see the students taking their seats and all of those pieces come into place, I’m so excited to watch them feel so proud of themselves.” To conquer these challenges, students were divided into different teams, like public relations, branding, finance and fashion styling based on their personal interests and background. Each team was composed of 3-5 members who began their respective duties in mid-August, just a little over a month before the show’s debut. USD junior and Marketing/ Visual Arts double major Skyla Setzler described her role working with the styling team to choose the models’ outfits, beginning nearly two weeks before the start of classes. “We started the class early, and she [Dr. Farrell] was like, ‘hey, go to these stores,’ so we met up and kind of divided and conquered,” Setzler said. “I took care of Madewell’s outfits, I also helped with the women’s Allsaints outfit, Fabletics men’s, Vuori and Forever 21 men’s and women’s.” Setzler also mentioned that although some of the selection process occurred in person, many of the clothes
See Torero Runway, Page 3
INSIDE La Jolla beach closure See News, page 2
Fall bucket list See A&C, page 4
Best places to cry on campus See Feature, page 6
USD’s Telefunding Center raises money for students’ scholarships. Colin Mullaney/The USD Vista
“After I’m done resonating with them on that, I usually ask them for any advice, like if they’re a business major or anything, then I’ll ask them advice on being a business major. Or if they’re not a business major, and they may just have somenotes, I’ll just ask them about advice on college in general,
and I always write it down.” Saulet explained that he keeps a paper with different pieces of advice or words of wisdom that alumni and parents have given him, which he values greatly. But he cited that the true purpose of making these calls is the way
See Telefunding, Page 10
Apple’s new chargers See Opinion, page 9
International student athletes See Sports, page 12
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NEWS
San Diego closes Point La Jolla beach
USD students and professors discuss how tourism affects sea lions LILI KIM ASST. NEWS EDITOR
As the eighth largest city in the U.S., San Diego welcomes nearly 30 million visitors a year. While tourists are vital for economic growth, they can also harm the health and well-being of local ocean life. The San Diego City Council recently voted unanimously to close Point La Jolla and Boomer Beach until 2030, in response to tourists disturbing the local sea lion populations. This sevenyear closure is an extension of a seasonal closure originally planned to end in October. The closure affects only the beach west of Ellen Browning Scripps Park in La Jolla, while the Cove and La Jolla Shores will remain open to the public. Point La Jolla and Boomer Beach have long been popular spots in San Diego for tourists to walk, tan, swim, kayak and spot wildlife, but they aren’t there alone. Female sea lions often take advantage of the sheltered, rocky coves of La Jolla to mate and give birth to pups between May and October. While seemingly harmless and a good photo opportunity, intruding on wildlife habitats can be extremely distressing for the sea lions and vulnerable pups, which some newcomers to the area have not respected. According to the San Diego Union-Tribune, a sea lion pup was killed in 2021 after being backed into a cliff by visitors and injured by a strong set of waves. Since then, reports of tourists taking close selfies with the sea lions, touching them, and even throwing rocks is what finally prompted the city to take action. USD senior and Surfrider Foundation Club Co-president Katie Power shared her support of the City Council’s decision, as she had multiple first-hand experiences of tourism in La Jolla. “I’m definitely in support of the decision,” Power said. “I can vividly remember one of the first times I went to see the sea lions with my family, and we were all in awe of how close people were getting to get photos.” Many environmentalists and wildlife advocates argue that the city council’s decision to
extend the closure will prevent the tourists’ invasive actions. According to an official statement released by the Sierra Club Seal Society, “since the seasonal closure was put in place, closure of this area of less than 150 yards of coastline has been proven to be effective and provides a safe wildlife viewing area. More marine birds have also been seen using the area, flora and fauna is recovering and there is less trampling and associated erosion undermining the boardwalk wall.” However, some San Diegans, fear the closure of the beach will impact tourism and local business. USD adjunct professor Jason Kelly, who teaches a Faith and Environmental Justice course on campus, provided his perspective on the matter. “The potential drawbacks are less tourists and thus income for the community. But I think that cost pales in comparison to the ongoing harm of unregulated engagement with the sea lions. There are countless beaches for people to enjoy without having to disturb the sea lions.” Besides physical removal of tourists from the beach, USD senior and Environmental and Ocean Science major Cate Wolfe explained other possible additions that would benefit both the wildlife and the public. “I think proper signage and informational placards around these areas would be super helpful,” Wolfe said. Unfortunately, wildlife harassment is not the only environmental issue occurring in San Diego. Along with the Surfrider Foundation Club, Power has been involved in multiple beach cleanups around the city and shared her thoughts on the status of San Diego beaches. “It’s pretty incredible, the amount of trash we find,” she said. Power also noted a time she saw a sea lion with plastic wrapped around its head at La Jolla beach. “Just because we sometimes can’t see the issues doesn’t mean they aren’t happening.” The ideas of awareness and education for the public are crucial in order to keep the ecosystem healthy. In a national culture that celebrates progress and land development, the wellness of the environment and animals that cannot advocate for themselves is easy to ignore. “The ideological underpinnings of our culture
The beach west of Ellen Browning Scripps Park in La Jolla will be closed until 2030 to protect sea lions. Photo courtesy of @sdsealsociety/Instagram
Many tourists and San Diego residents come to La Jolla to watch the famous sea lions.
tends to privilege a dualistic and antagonistic understanding of the relationship between nature and humanity that ultimately privileges culture, or humanity over nature,” Kelly explained. “It is this type of thinking that helps justify the belief that human beings have a right to instrumentalize and thus exploit nature.” This can also be explained as human tendency to prioritize
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materialistic desires over the wellbeing and sacredness of the environment and animals. The new physical barrier set in La Jolla is only the first step in a long path of building a collective understanding of ocean life and environmentalism at large. “The key is education,” Kelly stated. “Education breeds activism. Everyone has a stake in the larger issue of ecological flourishing. There
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are organizations and clubs on campus that are always looking for more help. Talk to your teachers, family and friends about these issues. Inspiration is only a moment away.” A blend of understanding humans’ negative impacts on the environment and taking tangible action such as the La Jolla beach closure could allow San Diego wildlife to flourish and exist for generations to come.
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seen in the show were ordered from the brands’ websites. “We took a lot of liberties with the e-commerce stuff, because in-store they change out their merch every week,” Setzler said. “The goal was to get stuff from the store so you could actually leave the fashion show at the end and go buy it, but with the way things work, we were just like, ‘let’s do it all online, people will get the gist.’” Setzler went on to explain that she and the other stylists asked their friends to walk in the show as the result of a time crunch. They were allowed to choose from a variety of garments, all marked on a spreadsheet, pending approval at the dress rehearsal one week before the show. This allowed each of their looks to be tailored — figuratively and literally — to each of their personalities. Although the models were front and center during the show, they were not the only ones whose work was on display. Students from other teams brought in Fashion Valley restaurants to cater the event, checked in guests, named raffle prize winners and managed the mob of onlookers that accumulated throughout the afternoon. In order to make these elements feel cohesive, the class thought it would be best to unite the theme of the event around Changemaking: a central part of
the university’s identity. In this case, they settled on donating to a charitable organization, the Maui Strong Fund, which was established by the Hawai’i Community Foundation to benefit survivors of the recent Maui wildfires and their recovery. USD senior Meghan Mokhtarian worked on the public relations team and explained the choice to include Changemaking in the proceedings. “We decided it would be a good idea to donate all the proceeds from this event to a current event issue,” Mokhtarian said. “A student in the class volunteered the Maui Strong Fund and we felt like it really aligned with a lot of the ideas of USD and the Knauss School of Business…[like] the opportunity to get real world experience and help out when you can.” With so many moving pieces, some students in the class found themselves with a lot to keep track of. USD senior and Marketing major Shayla Rodriguez, who worked on the class’ branding team, was responsible for everything from choosing font sizes to working the check-in booth at the event itself. “I definitely underestimated how hard it was,” Rodriguez said. “I think when people do fashion shows, you kind of just look into all the fashion, but it’s definitely way
Dr. Farrell’s MKTG 480 class taking a bow after the Torero Runway show at Paseo de Colachis on campus. Emma-Kate Squires/The USD Vista
more than that, it’s more about the music, the entertainment, the tickets and [other] stuff.” Rodriguez went into more depth about how the experience affected the students as a whole. “I think our class got way closer to one another,” Rodriguez said. “Even though we were all
working on different things, we were all working toward one goal, which was the end of this… every team put in a lot of hours and thought everything out, [and] we raised over $850 for Maui, which was always the goal.” As of now, the partnership between the USD Knauss
School of Business and Simon Property Group stands, which led Rodriguez and others to think that the class will be offered again. Those interested in marketing, fashion and the like can check in next semester to see about details for the next Torero Runway.
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Fall bucket list to celebrate the season 5 festive SD spots and activities
NYLA HARRIS ASST. A&C EDITOR Fall is here and San Diego has a lot to offer to USD students to celebrate the autumn season. Here’s a quick guide to five festive spots and events that you can enjoy around the city with friends and loved ones this season. Fall Fest at Belmont Park: Belmont Park’s Fall Festival is back at Mission Bay from Sept. 9 to Oct. 31. This celebration offers activities for many ages including amusement park rides, live music, seasonal beer-on-tap for those over age 21 and specialty fall treats across the park. This one month long festival has a wide variety of fall events to attend. Tickets to the event are free entry and can range from $20-$45 for all inclusive bands depending on the experience desired. Seasonal savings are presented by Ralphs and other neighboring grocery stores in the area. Keep an eye out for deals to plan a day of rides and treats at Belmont Park. Spirit Halloween: Spirit Halloween is one of the most popular forms of “pop up” Halloween stores. Every October, Spirit Halloween stores open around San Diego and sell Halloween costumes, decorations, movies and more for those wanting to purchase Halloween ‘must-haves.’ Halloween is still a couple weeks away, but many students associate the season of fall with all things Halloween. USD senior Angelina Franco considers herself to be a “Halloween baby,” as her birthday lands on Oct. 31. She expressed her love and excitement for fall as intertwined with her love for Halloween. “I love decorating our house and getting little Halloween decorations. When I have my own house, I am going to ball out on decorations, but for now a little decorating here and there is what I do,” Franco said. “Halloween is my favorite holiday. Getting to dress up is one of my favorite things to do. Whether it’s just to go out with friends and explore, when you put on a costume you get to wear things that you wouldn’t normally wear, and it’s just fun to dress outside of the norm, dress outside of yourself.” Spirit Halloween is one place to shop to decorate students’ dorms, apartments or homes, as well as to get a Halloween costume in preparation for the season. Cozy Night In: As the days get chiller, it gives the perfect opportunity to cozy up and spend time watching fall movies and TV series with loved ones. With streaming services at the tip of our fingers and media
updating the masses on the best new shows, many students have acquired TV fall favorites. USD junior Grace Elian expressed adoration toward a fall TV show favorite, “Gilmore Girls,” a necessary fall activity to do with her loved ones. “My favorite thing about fall is coming back to school, cuddling up with some tea and watching TV with my boyfriend and friends. My go-to show for the fall is always ‘Gilmore Girls,’” Elian said. “I’ve watched it several times and I’ll watch it again. It’s set in a small town in Connecticut and always makes me feel cozy inside.” “Gilmore Girls” is only one of the many movies and shows available to watch on TV and other streaming series for this fall season. There are many cozy nights ahead, so be sure to grab snacks, friends and/ or partners to bond over the “Gilmore Girls” and other fall must-watches this season. Pumpkin Spice Season: Cafes and coffee shops all around San Diego have picked up on the Pumpkin Spice and fall flavored drink craze. Starbucks, which is an American multinational chain of coffeehouses and roastery services, comes out with fallflavored drinks every year to mark the unofficial start of fall for many customers. Many cafes around San Diego feature a similar theme, and release fall themed flavors and recepies. Starting Aug. 24, the Starbucks fall menu returned and includes customer favorites like the Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew, Apple Crisp Oat Milk Macchiato,the Owl Cake Pop and others. The fall menu also features two new seasonal beverages, Iced Apple Crisp Oat Milk Shaken Espresso and Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Latte, and the new Baked Apple Croissant. There are many locations all around San Diego, including one right down the hill from USD’s campus. For another favored option, USD’s on campus cafe, Aromas, offers fall flavored drinks and treats as well. Options vary from pumpkin spiced lattes, pumpkin spiced chai, to a pumpkin muffin. For a quick coffee and snack before class, a fall favorite drink is a popular option to get in the autumn spirit. Pumpkin Patches: Photos in a pumpkin patch are a hallmark of the fall season. For friends, couples and loved ones, many patches around San Diego prepared giant pumpkins meant for the occasion. Pumpkin patches, such as the “Pumpkin and Polar Palooza” or the “Carlsbad Strawberry Company Pumpkin Patch” will be open from late September
Families enjoying the pumpkin patch during the ‘Fall Fest‘ held annually by Belmont Park. Photo courtesy of @belmontparksd/Instagram
to early November, and it will include options of games, food, animal farms, tractor rides, corn mazes and all things pumpkin. USD senior Sofia Hart expressed pumpkin patch experiences as a staple for fall. “There is a pumpkin patch where I live that’s really cute and tiny and then there is the really big one that Strawberry Company does. They do Hayrides and activities that I
used to do all the time when I was little. Now I love to go with my baby cousins, they have goats and jumpers and it’s just really fun,” Hart said. “Even though I don’t really like the change in weather and the darkness that comes with it, my favorite part of fall is how it’s starting to bring everyone together.” The leaves may not be falling in San Diego yet, but Autumn has officially arrived. As the
days get shorter (and maybe a little colder), fall is one of the best seasons for group activities and making memories. No matter the weather, San Diego is filled with many festivals, Halloween stores, coffee shops and pumpkin patches to feel the spirit of the season. This guide is only a sneak peek into all the places to go, things to see and treats to try with loved ones throughout the semester this fall.
A scene from ‘Gilmore Girls,’ one of the most popular shows to rewatch when fall rolls around. Photo courtesy of @gilmoregirls/Instagram
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Filipino American History Month
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Celebrating Filipino roots in America
ZOE MARIE ZAPANTA ASST. A&C EDITOR October is Filipino American History Month (FAHM) and its celebration commemorates the first recorded presence of Filipinos in the continental U.S., which occurred on Oct. 18, 1587, when a Spanish ship arrived in what is now Morro
Bay, California. The celebration of this month was first recognized nationally in 2009. It is a common mistake to use the term Filipino American Heritage Month interchangeably with Filipino American History Month, but the Filipino American National Historical Society (FANHS) cited that the month of October should primarily be focused on “history” instead of
Ann Reginio (left), FANHS member, with Dorothy Cordova (right), FANHS co-founder. Photo courtesy of @fanhs_national/Instagram
“heritage.” “Heritage” is solely about cultural traditions handed down from the past whereas “history” includes the events, experiences and lives of people and their impact on society. According to the Pew Research Center, more than four million people of Filipino heritage live in the U.S., making them the second largest Asian-American group. This is mostly due to America’s colonization of the Philippines, which prompted many Filipinos to immigrate to the U.S. Due to this large population, Filipinos played vital roles in the progression of the nation through their participation in social justice movements and vibrant culture. An example is the Filipino American social justice group Anakbayan USA. Established in 1998, Anakbayan USA seeks to unite the youth from different backgounds within the organization’s many chapters across the U.S. to advance the cause of national democracy. The purpose of this month is to recognize the contributions Filipinos have made and continue making across American communities. USD senior and president of the Filipino Ugnayan Student Organization (FUSO), Christopher Mauhay, reflected on what this month means to him.
“Filipino American History represents the stories and efforts that Filipino Americans have made before me in trying to foster a home, for not just themselves but also for future generations, here in America,” Mauhay said. “It includes the struggles and hardships, but also the victories and progress that they continue to make.” To celebrate this month, FANHS Chapters, colleges, museums and community groups will be commemorating FAHM with various activities and events to bring awareness of the role Filipinos have played in American history. FANHS encourages organizations and communities across the U. S. to incorporate the theme of celebrating “The History of Filipino American Activism” in their FAHM events. FUSO celebrates this month by holding their annual “Kamayan Night,” where USD students can learn about the Filipino community through cultural performances. The event happens over a dinner featuring Filipino dishes while eating with one’s hands, customary to Filipino culture. In the greater San Diego area, there are also many events being held to celebrate this month. For example, the San Diego Filipino Film Festival. According to NBC
7 the festival runs until Oct. 8 and brings together Filipino filmmakers to create a rich cultural experience for the diverse audiences of San Diego while inspiring the next generation of creative thinkers. The film festival will feature in-person workshops, panel discussions and the largest curation of Filipino films in the entire country. Alongside these celebrations, USD sophomore Kyle Abaya, a general body member of FUSO, suggested how others outside the Filipino community can support the cause of the month. “I’m a firm believer that you don’t need to be a Filipino to support Fil-Am culture. You can always be an ally,” Abaya said. “By attending events that are in support of the Filipino community, traditions and history and being accepting of people around you, (not just Filipinos) is a way to do that. Being open to others always is an idea deeply rooted in our values as Filipinos.” Supporting underrepresented communities is a life-long process that continues beyond Filipino American History Month in October. By advocating for the stories of these communities to be remembered, these narratives can help shape the future.
‘Life is a Cabaret’ at the Old Globe It’s all fun and games, until it’s not
COLIN MULLANEY EDITOR-IN-CHIEF The Old Globe’s debut of “Cabaret” written by John Van Druten and directed by Josh Rhodes began on Sept. 1 and will finish its run on Oct. 15 at Balboa Park. Prices for full-time students start at $52. Set in 1931 Berlin, Act One of “Cabaret” is a raunchy, satirical, and hedonistic display that moves quickly from one musical number to the next. Songs like “Don’t Tell Mama” and “Mein Herr,” characterize the dynamic and enigmatic Sally Bowles, an Englander who’s made her escape to Berlin for a carefree lifestyle in the artistic scene. When Bowles falls on bad luck and needs a place to stay, romance blossoms between Bowles and the serious, hardworking wannabe author, Cliff Bradshaw. Their joint song “Perfectly Marvelous,” helps to humanize Bowles, who previously chose to remain inaccessible and aloof — to maintain the emotional upper hand in her relationships. In her time of vulnerability and need, Bowles is met with understanding and support from Bradshaw. It was clear that “Cabaret” would be a standing ovation from the time that Bowles’ actress Joanna Jones sang her rendition of “Maybe This Time”: a heartfelt plea that this new romance won’t prove a disappointment,
like all her relationships before. Jones’ vocal range and emotional expression far exceeded that of the Broadway recorded version and brought the house down, just before intermission. After the break, a stark change in tone swept over the theater, as the Nazi party swept through Berlin. Characters who had seemed fun and jovial during Act One soon revealed themselves to be complicit in the ideological, fascist movement. While landlady Fräulein Schneider and her love Herr Schultz are supposed to be celebrating their engagement, political tensions interfere with their genuine appreciation for one another. The two characters had fallen in love over a romantic song about a pineapple and agreed to marry by happy — and humorous — circumstances. However, antisemitic forces drive a wedge between them, including a brick thrown through the window at Herr Schultz’s store. Because Fräulein Schneider cannot bear the thought of losing Schultz, she does not allow herself to love him. In the song “What Would You Do?” she will not take a stand for her love. She is too afraid that she will lose him, when the Nazis come to power and scapegoat the Jewish population for Germany’s economic woes. Sally Bowles and Cliff Bradshaw meet a similar fate, when Bowles refuses to read the writing on the wall and give
up her performative lifestyle for something of substance. The festering apathy expressed in earlier songs like “So What?” and “I Don’t Care Much” erupts into full-blown tyranny, when the Nazis capitalize off the German citizens’ complacency and moral relativism. Scores of Germans are converted into blindfolded puppets, by an invisible master. Echoes of political events not long past shine through, in nationalist lyrics like “somewhere a glory awaits unseen: tomorrow belongs to me.” In the final scene, the Nazi party’s total domination and devastation becomes undeniably clear, in shocking fashion. Sobs echoed through the theater at the Sept. 22 show, until the dismal stage finally faded to black. Reluctant and scattered applause ensued, like the audience was afraid to clap for the Nazi victory. However, this awkward silence was soon replaced with a standing ovation that lasted for several minutes. As the cast reemerged to take a bow, the audience was reminded that the events were only fictional — after all. The Old Globe’s version of “Cabaret” is a dark and unambiguous condemnation of contemporary politics and weak morality — just like the Cabaret performances embedded into the show are a thinly veiled satire of the social and political elements of Weimar Republic Berlin. One thing is clear: when
individuals fail to take accountability for their own personal decisions and lack of bravery, all of society suffers. Human beings can escape the consequences of their own cowardice, delusions and self-aggrandizement through
fantastical escapism — but only for so long. If left unchecked, decadence will turn into decay. It’s all fun and games, until it’s not. “Life is a cabaret,” until about 11 million people are murdered in a genocide, with the entire nation responsible for enabling it.
Cast of ‘Cabaret’ taking their final bow at the end of opening show at the Old Globe. Photo courtesy of @joannaalexisjones/Instagram
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Students reveal the best
We all have those days, a day consumed with tests, quizzes and one too many essays where you just need a good cry, to release emotion and tension. It may come when you're least expecting it, maybe while walking to class or before taking a test, but USD has many places where you can have a private moment of reflection and release. Talking to someone can also be helpful. The Student Wellness Center and even professors are resources for students. Professor of Communication Dr. Moran spoke more about being a support system for students and students shared what they think the best spots to cry on campus are.
Valley A Bench
“At the very end of Valley A, there is a bench that looks out to the Canyon. The first month of my freshman year, I had a really hard time emotionally adjusting to being without the comfort of my friends and family back home in Portland. Many nights, I would go for a walk and sit on the park bench, look out at the canyon and cry. The bench is off of the main path, so it’s about as private of a space you can find while living in the valley.” - Kaelen Anderson, Junior Photo Courtesy of @nocontextusd/Instagram
Garden of the Sea
“When I am having a hard day, one of my favorite spots to go to is the Garden of the Sea. There is a bench that looks out on all of San Diego and is gorgeous during sunset. It can be so peaceful — the view also reminds me of how grateful I am to live in San Diego. I will just embrace the view and let it all out, it's quite healing actually.” - Maddie Stevens, Senior Emma-Kate Squires/The USD Vista
Maher Study Room
“Finding a space to feel my emotions was difficult to find, until I realized no one was in the Maher study room at 4 in the morning on a Tuesday... I would proceed to feel through my emotions and cry in the Maher study room.” - Hasan Iqbal, Senior
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The USD Vista does not condone self-isolating when emotions arise, but also acknowledges the popular demand on “Fizz” for private spaces where students can process their emotions to normalize the practice. Having multiple roommates can be a challenge for those who wish to have privacy and “alone time,” but USD’s campus is full of tucked away areas to cry and release the stress that comes from being a college student.
The Library
“My favorite spot to cry on campus would probably be in the library. It’s so quiet and peaceful and everyone kind of minds their own business. Plus, you can hide behind a book and people just think you’re just reading a really sad novel when in reality you are deteriorating inside. Plus, when you’re done crying, you just get right back to work.” - Juli Cuevas, Junior Emma-Kate Squires/The USD Vista
JCP Fountain
“The JCP fountain is so peaceful and helped calm me down. It’s pretty secluded, [and] there’s not a lot of people there.” - Chris Barriga, Senior Photo Courtesy of usdtoreros.com
Dr. Moran, professor of Communication “As a faculty member, I always want to be available for students who need to talk — I have Kleenex on my desk, because everyone should know that having a hard time is totally normal. It's okay to take a minute and realize there are support systems everywhere, and we are here to listen and connect students to the best resources. Also, sometimes students just need to know that the decision they are making is the right one — I'm here to help students trust their instincts — even when it's hard.” Spread by Khushi Patel/The USD Vista: Content by Allie Longo/The USD Vista
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Apple switches chargers again But it’s not just a cash grab
JACKIE MARQUEZ OPINION EDITOR Apple changed their chargers yet again, but this time it may be for good reason. Rather than the Lightning port that past iPhones have used, the recently released iPhone 15 has a USB-C charging port. If you’re an iPhone user, you’re aware that this isn’t the first time Apple has switched out their phone’s necessary cables. The original iPhones used a wide charger from the release of the original iPod in 2003, up until the release of the iPhone 4S in 2011. Then, in 2012 Apple abandoned that charger in favor of the Lightning connector, which was used with the iPhone 5 up until the release of the iPhone 14. These constant switches aren’t unique to the brand’s phones, they’ve also changed their computer chargers quite frequently. Macbooks have changed chargers three times since they were launched in 2006. Apple also got rid of their headphone jack in 2016, forcing their consumers to buy either airpods or adapters. Based on their past actions, Apple’s switch may seem like a corporate cash grab designed to sell more tech accessories. Afterall, a new charger costs up to $30 at an Apple Store. However, I’d argue that this switch to USB-C is actually a good thing. It moves us closer to a universal charger, makes chargers easier to access, saves consumers money, improves the quality of charging and will eventually lead to less electronic waste. Apple’s adoption of USB-C is a step towards charger
At the Apple Event on Sept. 7, 2022 the company announced that the upcoming iPhone 15 would have a USB-C port.
universalization. The main reason for this switch is because in 2022 the European Union (EU) mandated that by 2024 all small and medium electronic devices on the market must have a common charger port and consequently use a common charger. This common charger is the USB-C. In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Apple’s senior VP of worldwide marketing, Greg Joswiak, said, “obviously, we’ll have to comply; we have no choice.” In forcing Apple’s hand, the EU’s legislation moves the world closer to only using one type of charger.
Universalizing the charger makes it easier to find a cord when you need it. There have been many instances where I’ve been out with my Androiduser friends and was unable to borrow a charger when my phone died. Because Apple’s Lightning chargers were specifically designed for their phones, Apple users have simply been out of luck when the people around them used different chargers. However, with newer iPhones using USB-C cables, Apple-users can borrow chargers from their Samsung and Android-using friends. They can also borrow
With e-waste piling up in landfills across the world, the switch to a universal charger is much needed. Photo courtesy of @john_cameron/Unsplash
chargers from other devices they own. Other pieces of tech like speakers, headphones, laptops and gaming consoles already use USB-C charging ports. This switch will also save consumers money. According to the European Commission, charger universalization will save buyers €250 million, $261.6 million, a year on unnecessary charger prices. I personally benefited from this when I got my new phone. My iPhone 15 came with a USB-C cable in the box, but for some reason it wouldn’t charge my phone consistently. It would charge for about a minute before the connection dropped and my phone stopped charging. Initially I freaked out, thinking that I would have to go out and spend even more money to charge the new phone that I just paid a fortune for. Luckily, I realized that my Nintendo Switch also used a USB-C charger. Because they share a universal charger, I was able to charge my phone without going out to buy yet another charger. By decreasing consumers’ need to buy a new charger, Apple’s switch to USB-C will ultimately lead to a decrease in e-waste. According to Ruediger Kuehr, Head of the United Nations Institute for Training and Research Office, 54,000 metric tons of chargers are wasted globally each year. This number is expected to decrease with the universalization of chargers. When you have chargers on hand from other
Photo courtesy of @andrewjclare/X
devices, you don’t need to buy new chargers as frequently. Also, if smartphone corporations aren’t phasing out chargers you already own, you don’t need to throw out old chargers or buy new chargers as often. Ultimately, this mandate means that consumers won’t need to buy as many chargers moving forward, cutting down the amount of cords that would otherwise end up in a landfill. Not only does adopting the USB-C port make it easier to share chargers, save money and decrease waste, it also makes the charging experience better. According to Lifewire, a site that shares and analyzes technological news, “USB-C offers a higher power delivery rate than Lightning and delivers a faster charge under the same voltage.” In other words, the USB-C charger is more effective than Apple’s old Lightning charger. This means that Apple-users won’t have to wait as long to recharge their battery completely. Ultimately there are a lot of reasons why Apple’s switch to USB-C chargers is beneficial to consumers. The change moves our world closer to charger universalization making it easier to share chargers, save money and create less e-waste. It also improves the rate at which Appleusers can charge their devices. While the switch will require Apple-users to abandon their old Lightning chargers, it is an overall step in the right direction.
The views expressed in the editorial and op-ed sections are not necessarily those of The USD Vista staff, the University of San Diego, or its student body.
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USD Telefunders describe their roles One call to alumni can make some change
From Telefunding, page 1 it can impact students’ lives. “I feel like my role is to do whatever I can to raise money for students and student opportunities for the student scholarships for the university,” Saulet said. “Not only are they [alumni and parents] donating back to the university, which is the no. 1 most important thing, but also they’re giving back to your life, future and career, so it’s really sweet.” Saulet acknowledged that the best part of working at the Telefunding Center is the people he works with. “The best part of it is definitely just the environment. I have a lot of friends and made a lot of friends through telefunding,” Saulet said. “Everyone’s just willing to help each other out — everyone has different calling styles, which is super cool.” Telefunding Manager Ahnyte Gomez-Cervantes shared how telefunding provides the opportunity to learn skills applicable to post-grad life. “Negotiation is something we teach here. Most students I’ve had have never negotiated talking about money with someone. They maybe negotiated their curfew with their parents, but here we teach them how to talk about money in a polite, respectful way,” Gomez-Cervantes said. USD junior Lainey Tomasoski, has been a student-caller for the Telefunding Center since spring of her first year at USD. “The people that I work with, honestly, are really great... I think the school has really done a great job to make it a really good work environment, and one that’s fun to come to work in,” Tomasoski said. “It is a really nice break from everything else that’s going on.” Tomasoski explained how she initially started telefunding due to the fact that she just needed a job, but it ended up being a very positive experience. Before calling, the telefunders often play a game of Pictionary or Catchphrase to get in the flow of shift. “I love it,” Tomasoski said. “It’s great getting to talk to alumni about their experience. They also give you really good advice, which is great — just as a current student, it is helpful.” Tomasoski is not alone in her appreciation for alumni guidance. Telefunding student-manager and USD junior Armando VasquezGreen shared how impactful his time at telefunding has been for him, and why donations from alumni are so important. “The best part of the job is that we raise money for scholarships, student orgs, activities, things like Torero Treks. We raise a lot of that money from alumni, because a lot of those things don’t get funding through the school. They
Student callers hard at work during an evening shift in the call center located in Degheri Alumni Center.
“All of us students are going to become alumni. And so one day, we’re going to be getting those calls from kids in the call center asking for $100 or $50 out of our pockets… I just really hope students can get into that mode of giving back and understand that giving back is super important.” only get funded through alumni. So I’m super thankful to be able to create opportunities and give back to the school and my fellow students,” Vasquez-Green said. “The second thing I’d probably say is just the community in telefunding. I honestly really vibe with everybody there. I have a deep appreciation for them and obviously the work that they do.” Vasquez-Green has been a student-manager since his sophomore year and gave more detail on what his role is. “[What I do] is provide coaching for the callers, provide advice whenever they need it and keep the workspace lighthearted and fun,” Vasquez-Green said. “We put on music, we play games with the callers and we also organize the different lists that they call — so whether it’s alumni,
parents and stuff like that — we make sure that they’re calling the right people at the right time.” Vasquez-Green noted that he was honored to be promoted as a student-manager and only hopes that other students can realize what the Telefunding Center does for them. “I would really hope that other students can understand the importance of what we’re raising money for,” Vasquez-Green said. “At the end of the day, all of us students are going to become alumni. And so one day, we’re going to be getting those calls from kids in the call center asking for $100 or $50 out of our pockets…I just really hope students can get into that mode of giving back and understand that giving back is super important, because a lot of opportunities they have
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Student managers oversee the telefunders’ calls and provide coaching. Colin Mullaney/The USD Vista right now [at USD] come from alumni giving back.” VasquezGreen emphasized that whatever people can give, no matter how much or little, can go a long way. Saulet also mentioned that there are so many different causes that people can donate to at USD, whatever their niche or interest may be. “There’s something there. There’s an opportunity for them [alumni and parents] to give to so many different areas of the school. If they’re not resonating with one area — let’s say that they didn’t like the business school, but they love InterVarsity and the Christian organization
— they can give there,” Saulet said. “It’s [the funds raised] not going to the university…this is to help students like myself.” Saulet and Vasquez-Green both agreed the Telefunding Center is meant to help students’ lives and relieve them of some financial stress, which the center is doing every day, and many USD students may not notice. The Telefunding Center is currently hiring graduate and undergraduate students for the fall if anyone is in need of a job. The application can be found online at w w w.sandiego.edu/ g i v i n g / t e l e f u n d i n g /.
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The runner’s high phenomenon A secret weapon in the life of runners
LILY ANDERSON ASST. OPINION EDITOR When vigorously running, it seems strange that someone would eventually reach a point of increased enjoyment. However, this is exactly what happens. A runner’s high is a euphoric feeling that occurs after running for a prolonged amount of time. This so-called “high” is not experienced by everyone, though those who have felt it can clearly identify it. The exact cause of a runner’s high is unknown, but it has powerful benefits. Isabelle Jarosek, a third-year student on the USD crosscountry team, has experienced this phenomenon multiple times. “You feel like you could keep going forever,” Jarosek said. “It is just an overall feeling of goodness.” Jarosek has been running for over nine years and appreciates the sense of accomplishment that running in college gives her. USD cross-country and track coach Will Gaurino understands this experience also. “In many aspects, you are in a flow,” Gaurino said. “You are having an out-of-body experience.” According to Gaurino, the runner’s high is the place you reach after combatting both the mental and chemical hurdles of endurance exercise. Once this hurdle is surpassed, your chemistry takes over and you experience the true benefits of a runner’s high. For decades, phrases such as “I need an endorphin boost,” or “go get your endorphins pumping” have frequently been thrown around, causing endorphins to get all the credit for this experience of bliss when exercising. This endorphin release is responsible for increased energy, decreased depression, lowered anxiety and an overall improvement in health. However, recent studies have begun to frame this claim as a misconception. Instead, there is a new chemical that is taking center stage: endocannabinoids. This is a biochemical substance that is ultimately the body’s version of cannabis. David Linden, professor of neuroscience at Johns Hopkins University, did extensive research on the differences between endorphins and this new chemical, which he describes in an article written for Hopkins Medicine. “Unlike endorphins, endocannabinoids can move easily through the cellular barrier separating the bloodstream from the brain,” Linden said. “These mood-improving neuromodulators promote shortterm psychoactive effects, such as reduced anxiety and feelings of calm.” Not only does this substance provide relaxation, but it also suppresses pain. Overall mood increases through the release of this chemical as well and continues to remain elevated,
even hours post-workout. Endocannabinoids are not the only factor at play in this situation. Coach Gaurino, a self-proclaimed O2 fan, asserts that oxygen is the true magic behind the runner’s high. While exercising and simply living, the body goes through a process called oxygenation. In simple terms, this is the process of taking oxygen in through the lungs and sending it into the bloodstream. Instead of endorphins or endocannabinoids causing this high, Guarino claims that it is the oxygenation process at play. As a coach and an athlete himself, Guarino has both seen and experienced the outcomes of this phenomenon firsthand. At USD, both the men’s and women’s D1 cross-country teams train following an endurance-based method, meaning they do not take as many breaks and instead experience higher levels of oxygenation. On Sundays, they participate in their longest run of the week. Guarino goes as far as to call this day their “church day,” because of the positive runner’s high they feel after completing their long runs. Besides just producing a feeling of happiness, Linden discovered that the part of the brain associated with memory and learning, the hippocampus, is strengthened by regular exercise. This results in better performance in other areas of life, such as work, school and memory. Similarly, new blood vessels are grown in the brain as a result of exercise, further magnifying these academic benefits. Considering Linden’s theory that consistently experiencing a runner’s high aids in memory and learning, it is no surprise that the USD track and cross country teams have historically excelled academically. The teams have been in the top 10 percent regarding academic achievement for the last 12 years and have continuously been recognized by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) for their success. This parallel between intellectual abilities and running was noticed by other professionals as well. As explained in “Running as the Thinking Person’s Sport,” published by the New York Times, researchers examined the ways that runners’ brains functioned in comparison to healthy but sedentary peoples’ brains. “In particular, the scientists noted more connectivity in the runners between parts of the brain that aid in working memory, multitasking, attention, decision-making and the processing of visual and other sensory information,” Reynolds said. Not only can running improve mood, but it can also improve neural pathways and intelligence. Avery Tee, a junior at USD who recently picked up running, has noticed drastic improvements in her life since her journey began. She compares her experience with a runner’s high to being at a concert.
Runner’s high serves as a reward for those who run regularly, like the USD Cross Country team. Photo courtesy of @usdxctf/Instagram
Runners chasing the high while racing in the Rock ‘n’ Roll San Diego 2023 half and full marathon. Photo courtesy of @sandiegouniontribune/Instagram
“I feel euphoric and free,” Tee said. “I feel very present.” A large change that she had noticed has been within her approach to her academics. “I have found a way to cope with anxiety and get my emotions out in a healthy manner,” Tee said. “Sometimes school can make me feel overwhelmed but when I go on a run it gives me time to think about life or just take a break from thinking at all.” Chris Schafer, a senior and the treasurer of the USD cross country club attributes many positive experiences to running as well. Schafer was originally drawn to the club as a freshman due to his
love of running and appreciation of community. Through the club, he has made connections with other people who share the same passion as him. “It is one of my main sources of happiness,” Schafer explained. “We push people to get outside of their comfort zone, but also to enjoy running with others and being outdoors.” Like others, Schafer has noticed that running has had an impact on his education. “It helps you feel better about yourself,” Schafer said. “In turn, you then feel better about school, as well.” While scientists and athletes may not be able to pinpoint
the exact reason a runner’s high occurs, the positives are seen by many, whether it be improved academic performance or an increase in happiness. Access to fresh air and movement is a privilege, and those who are able to should go out and chase this new kind of high. In a place like San Diego, where the weather is mild and the surroundings are beautiful, the opportunity to do so is endless. Whether it be a walk, a ruwn, a surf or a game of tennis, any form of exercise can produce these gains. All students can find some way to benefit from their own version of a runner’s high, especially if this phenomenon relieves stress.
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USD celebrates international athletes
International athletes reflect on their journey with their sport in a new country LAUREN CEBALLOS SPORTS EDITOR
USD fifth year athletes Mason Tunbridge and Sacchitt Sharrma shared their experiences as international athletes. Both athletes expressed how rewarding it has been to take advantage of opportunities to play their favorite sport, live in a new country, earn a college degree and all of the experiences that come along with it. The two bring their athletic accomplishments to the school as well as their perspectives from a different part of the world. USD houses many international athletes allowing for this to take place across Torero teams. Mason Tunbridge is a USD soccer player and Communication major from London, England. The midfielder shared how he views his current situation. “It’s the best of both worlds for us to get the degree and to pursue a career in soccer at the same time,” Tunbridge said. When Tunbridge was 16, one of his sisters who was studying abroad at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) sent him a video at one of the UCSB soccer games. Tunbridge knew that he wanted to make it to the U.S. and play soccer in college. He originally attended Jacksonville University in Florida for two years, before transferring to USD. However, his soccer career began long before his college journey started. Tunbridge began playing the sport as a toddler. “Soccer was the national sport of England. So one of my
first toys would have been a ball. From the minute you can walk, you’re just kicking a ball or kicking whatever you can find on the floor. So that was probably my main introduction, and my dad just threw me a soccer ball,” Tunbridge said. After seeing the picture of soccer in the U.S. that his sister showed him, Tunbridge explained how he came here somewhat ready, hoping that it would be easier to adapt to a new life. However, he was faced with a much faster paced and physical game. Tunbridge described the shift in his mindset throughout his time playing soccer in a different environment. “As you get older, it becomes more of a job. But it’s a job that you enjoy doing…It’s tough, draining, but — at the end of the day — there’s nothing that compares with the highs you can feel in soccer,” Tunbridge said. Tunbridge shared how Europeans are considered to be more experienced with soccer and therefore expected to be the “pinnacle” of the team, which has added some pressure throughout the years. Despite all the fields that Tunbridge has played soccer on, he shared that Torero stadium is his all-time favorite. He also shared that the team is very diverse, and while there is pressure, it has become a family of people connecting from all over the world. “I can’t comment on other teams, but I think it makes our team’s bond a lot stronger,” Tunbridge said. “We have guys from all over the world, different life experiences, different languages. They come into our locker room and
you’re all focused on one goal. So everything else sort of gets put into the background and the forefront becomes a team… I think it helps us as a team.” Tunbridge hopes to stay in America and play professionally or move back to Europe, in hopes that his soccer career will come full circle. “I’d like to coach college soccer. Coaching at USD would probably be a dream job as an older man,” Tunbridge said. Sacchitt Sharrma is a tennis player from Dehli, India, studying Communication with an International Relations minor. Sharrma began his tennis career at a young age which he randomly stumbled upon due to his excited personality as a child. “I was very restless and naughty as a kid, doing random stuff, you know? As a kid, four or five, six. So one day, I think my school teacher said to my mom to put me into something to get my energy out and tennis was an academy that was like five minutes from my home, so she put me there for the evenings, and I picked it up really quick. So I just stuck with it,” Sharrma said. Sharrma’s mom could not have foreseen the effects the decision would have on Sharrma’s future. When Sharrma was deciding if he would play in college, he received a text from USD coach Ryan Keckley that read, “I’m gonna text you tomorrow, this is my wedding day,” implying Keckley’s eagerness to start him soon. This made Sharrma feel even more welcomed and valuable to the team. Prior to deciding to play tennis in college, Sharrma had hopes of going pro. However he
Sharrma is happy to be able to continue his tennis career in the college environment at USD. Photo courtesy @sacchittsharrma/Instagram
COMING UP THIS WEEK
USD MTEN at ITA All-American Championship Wednesday, Oct. 4-8 Tulsa, OK
USD MXC and WXC at San Diego Mesa College Invite Friday, Oct. 6 San Diego, CA
USD WTEN at ITA All-American Championships Saturday, Sept. 30-Oct.8 Cary, NC
USD WVB vs Santa Clara USD WROW vs San Diego Thursday, Oct. 5 Cares Regatta 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 San Diego, CA San Diego, CA/ Mission Bay
Tunbridge’s favorite place to play soccer is the Torero stadium. Emma-Kate Squires/The USD Vista
reflected on his circumstances and decided otherwise, in part because money is such a big part of success in the tennis industry. “You need a lot of money… A lot of money to travel, because our sport takes up a lot of physical travel. You’ve got to buy stuff, you’ve got to buy clothes and all, you’ve got to buy your equipment, you’ve got to pay for hotels and pay for flights. Unless you have a sponsor or you’re already rich, it’s very tough,” Sharrma said. Sharrma took this information into consideration and discovered how the college atmosphere would set him up for success in his sport as well as life, providing all of the resources that he would need. “Here, in college, you can get everything, because you have a coach, you have a trainer. You have a gym… You have everything here, so you don’t have to go anywhere else,” Sharrma said. Sharrma also explained how it was nice to come to USD and have all of these amenities but also how different USD is from his home. “I come from a city of [around] 20 million. So San Diego is very quiet,
USD SB vs SDSU Fall Ball Saturday, Oct. 7 10 a.m. San Diego, CA USD WVB vs Pacific Saturday, Oct. 7 12 p.m. San Diego, CA
very relaxed and chill. Compared to Delhi, everything is going and everywhere at once,” Sharrma said. This was all exciting for Sharrma as he was the first of his immediate family to leave India. “I felt like I’ve done everything I could in tennis in India. I didn’t think I could achieve anything more or that I could follow my tennis anymore there,” Sharrma explained. Sharrma is focused on getting a degree and playing the sport he loves in a way that makes his mother proud, motivated by winning and his love of the game. He described the feeling that he is chasing and what keeps him motivated. “When you lift the trophy, it’s a pretty good feeling,” Sharrma said as his face lit up. USD has many sports teams, each one attracting different athletes. USD soccer and tennis are just some of the diverse teams, pulling athletes from all over the world. Mason Tunbridge and Sacchitt Sharrma are two of the athletes proud to represent USD and their families, honor the sacrifices that others have made for them and play the sports that they love.
USD WSOC vs Pacific Saturday, Oct. 7 1 p.m. San Diego, CA
USD MSOC at Saint Mary’s Saturday, Oct. 7 1 p.m. Moraga, CA
USD SB vs Cal State Fullerton Fall Ball Saturday, Oct. 7 2 p.m. San Diego, CA
USD MGOLF vs Alister Mackenzie Invitational Monday, Oct. 9-10 Fairfax, CA/ Meadow Club