Consider the following to increase Wi-Fi performance. Photo by Andrea Espinoza. By Andrea Espinoza, Staff Reporter Bad internet connection seems to be the No. 1 thing that most people can say is their biggest tech problem. When the Wi-Fi doesn’t work, our entire lives come to a standstill. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many find […]
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Illustration by Nova Blanco-Rico and Chloe Salazar. By Daniel Diaz, Staff Reporter Welcome to the Hall of Kicks, a blog covering famous basketball shoes both current and from the past. This week’s shoe is Russell Westbrook’s 3rd signature shoe, the Why Not Zero.3’s. I have a love-hate relationship with Westbrook, and not just because he […]
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Daily practice and reflection can bring growth to the body. Artwork by Nova Blanco-Rico. By Cindy Portillo, Staff Writer Isolated, stressed, lonely, and depressed; these might sound like a description of Eeyore, one of Winnie-the Pooh’s best friends, but in reality, these are only some of the emotions that intensified for millions of people in […]
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Latte art just makes the drink more enjoyable! Photo by Skyler Belmonte. By Skyler Belmonte, Staff Writer Oh, how I miss walking across campus with a warm vanilla latte in one hand and struggling to carry my books in the other. Or, convincing myself I had enough time to cram in a quick stop at […]
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Lucasfilm’s Star Wars Creating a New Timeline With Diversity in Faces and Voices
csudhbulletin February 22, 2021 0 COMMENTS“The High Republic” launches a new storyline 200 years before the Skywalker era. Photo courtesy of Disney/Lucasfilm. By Desiree Lee, Staff Writer Today another generation will be able to experience “Star Wars” but without the Skywalkers this time. A new series of stories will be told through a new project called “The High Republic” that […]
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Lopez is a CSUDH alumnus who studied music and now works as a sound engineer. Photo courtesy of José Lopez. By Nova Blanco-Rico, Art Director and Staff Writer For a year after college, California State University, Dominguez Hills’ alumnus, José Lopez, was following his passion for audio recording. But then the pandemic hit and like […]
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One of the less life-threatening problems brought by the pandemic is Foggy Glasses Syndrome. Illustration by Nova Blanco-Rico By Brenda Fernanda Verano, News Editor You would think wearing glasses would improve your vision right? I mean ask the 164 million Americans, like myself, who are lucky enough to be visually impaired and were prescribed glasses […]
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Jasmine Nguyen, Senior Editor, receiving red envelopes from her grandparents. By Jasmine Nguyen, Senior Editor, and Daniel Tom, Contributing Writer Jasmine Nguyen: The Year of the Rat has passed by, and it has not been a very lucky one, at least for these two Bulletin writers. Various holidays have passed, like Easter, Halloween, and even […]
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The Importance of Laughter and 5 Netflix Comedy Specials To Watch When You Need It
csudhbulletin February 20, 2021 0 COMMENTSThe “Netflix is a Joke” campaign has been huge in relaying the great comedy specials they have to offer. Photo courtesy of Netflix. By Daniel Diaz, Staff Writer Editor’s Note: Added quotes, sources, and information that was originally omitted. Comedy is subjective. Someone’s favorite comedian can be another’s most hated. Some like dark or crude […]
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Happiness is made at home. Photo by Gabriela Medina. By Gabriela Medina, Staff Reporter Being in a pandemic has made it easy to become overwhelmed and anxious, especially while stuck at home. To combat these feelings, many people have picked up new hobbies like baking and cooking, which is very calming and therapeutic. I can […]
READ MOREIllustration by Nova Blanco-Rico and Chloe Salazar. By Daniel Diaz, Staff Reporter Editor’s Note: Updated attributions for the illustration. Let’s face it, everyone loves basketball shoes and you don’t need to be a fan of basketball to enjoy them or wear them. Basketball shoes have evolved from a part of a sport to a part […]
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Elizabeth Olson as Wanda Maximoff and Paul Bettany as Vision in Marvel Studios’ “Wandavision” exclusively on Disney+ . Photo courtesy of Marvel Studios. By Carlos Martinez, Web Editor If there’s one positive thing we can find in a now 10-month pandemic, it’s the extra free time we now have to catch up on movies and […]
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Beyoncé, Coldplay and Bruno Mars performing the Super Bowl 50 Halftime show at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif. Photo courtesy YouTube. By Anthony Garza, Staff Reporter Super Bowl LV is right around with corner with Canadian singer The Weeknd set to perform at this year’s halftime show. Promising to keep the performance ‘PG’ for […]
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Strawberry Mansion Sundance 2021 Review: Puts the Audits in Audacity
csudhbulletin February 5, 2021 0 COMMENTSJames Preble and Bella Isadora, played by Kentucker Audley and Penny Fuller, share a quiet lunch together in the “real world” from Strawberry Mansion, one of many films debuted virtually at Sundance 2021 Film Festival. Photo courtesy of Sundance Film Festival By Destiny Jackson, Arts and Entertainment Editor If you were to drain the weird […]
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CSUDH IT department are providing resources and assistance for faculty, staff and students in virtual need. Photo by Chris Martinez. By Chris Martinez, Layout Assistant “Welcome to Toro Tech Tips, the newest Bulletin blog dealing with all things technology. From tips on how to deal with virtual learning, reviews, where to get information, technology programs […]
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Different cultures put new spins on classic traditions. Photo by Carlos Martinez. By Carlos Martinez, Web Editor The holiday season is the time of year where no matter what your neighborhood looks like the rest of the year, families find ways to showcase the inner beauty in seemingly ordinary things. Growing up mostly in the […]
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I have collected the infinity stones of white modern pop-rock music. Screengrab from Spotify by Destiny Jackson. By Destiny Jackson, Opinion Editor As a citizen of the Black community who occasionally shops at gentrified ass places like Whole Foods, Mother’s Market, or at The Grove in Los Angeles, I know I’m an outlier. This is […]
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Lucifer Morningstar is missing and I’m about to fight Netflix
csudhbulletin December 17, 2020 0 COMMENTSChloe Decker is worried about her mans Lucifer Morningstar, and I’m ready to wage war with Netflix. Photo by Destiny Jackson. By Destiny Jackson, Perspectives Editor The smart-asses chaotic creatives over at Netflix headquarters in Los Angeles decided to cause quite the stir on Thanksgiving with a cheeky Chloe Decker fan cam disguised as a […]
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If Joe Biden wanted to come back to Dominguez Hills this is what he could teach
csudhbulletin December 14, 2020 0 COMMENTSPresident-Elect Joe Biden speaking at CSUDH in 1977, when he was a Delaware senator. You bet we’re claiming him. By Destiny Jackson, Opinion Editor The traumatic road to the end of 2020 that we’ve all been marching toward is coming to its ugly conclusion. Finally. Seriously, take a deep breath and read that first sentence […]
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Streaming services are raising prices as they are slowly becoming the new cable TV. By Freestocks on Unsplash. By Carlos Martinez, Web Editor Streaming services are the kings of entertainment. They allowed us to huddle up with our favorite shows such as “The Office” where we can introduce them to a new generation, while also […]
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Riding into 2021, Marquez promotes his brand with intention to give back to the community he grew up in. Photo courtesy by Rene Marquez. By Anthony Vasquez, Staff Writer, and Carina Noyola, Staff Writer Santa Ana native, Rene Marquez is what many would call a sneakerhead, infatuated with the latest releases and collaborations that Nike, […]
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In an artistic approach, Toni Scott creates artwork that parallels a historical past and the unfortunate current state of society. Photo courtesy of Toni Scott. By Darlene Maes, Staff Writer Despite the ongoing pandemic, exposure to mixed media artwork is currently limited. With the ongoing climate, museums and art galleries remain closed or operating at […]
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The literal towering powerhouse has cool surprises up its sleeve despite having some drawbacks. Photo by Carlos Martinez. By Carlos Martinez, Web Editor After a generation of battling Microsoft and Nintendo’s consoles with the successful PlayStation 4, Sony has gone all out in next-generation gaming with the Playstation Five console that literally towers above the […]
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After seven years of overcoming the disaster of the Xbox One, Microsoft is finally back on track with the new Series X. Photo by Luis Joshua Guiterrez. By Luis Joshua Guiterrez, Staff Writer After roughly eight years of the Xbox One being released, we finally stepped into the next generation with the launch of The […]
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Photo courtesy of CSUDH Campus News Center By Destiny Jackson, Perspectives Editor The South Bay has been shaped by many cultures. Native peoples first settled it, Spanish and Mexican roots plunge deep, Anglo Americans stole it in 1848, and the souls of Black folks are woven into the DNA of the university at its center, […]
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The Chevy Trailblazer is a small SUV that is bold, spacious and gets an estimated 29 mpg in the city and 33 on the highway. Photo by Taylor Ogata. By Taylor Ogata, Staff Reporter A lot of students at California State University, Dominguez Hills have cars whether they live on or off campus especially since […]
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The ongoing pandemic has brought concerts to the comfort of one’s own home. Photo by Carina Noyola. By Carina Noyola, Staff Reporter Concert viewing experiences have changed forever. COVID-19 brought an increased awareness for the need of social distancing, making it impossible to form large crowds for concerts, movies, or even social gatherings. The fact […]
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CSUDH Department of Music and Mu Phi Epsilon (Gamma Sigma Chapter) presented the 8th Annual Halloween Recital on Thursday, October 29, 2020, where many talented musicians (students and alumnis) performed. Art by Ruby Munoz. By Ruby Munoz, Staff Reporter Having a virtual semester during an unprecedented semester didn’t stop California State University, Dominguez Hills’ Music […]
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Less Selfies, More Reflection: Three Tips to Avoid Social Media Narcissism
csudhbulletin November 14, 2020 0 COMMENTSSocial media has lost its purpose and has become a platform to fake. Photo by Matt Barrero. Illustrations by Nova Blanco-Rico. By Matt Barrero, Assistant Sports Editor Remember a time when social media, apps, or even smartphones for that matter, didn’t exist? One might say they were simpler times where we sat around with friends […]
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Treat yourself to some skin-crawling films to enjoy a fall night inside. Photo by Jasmine Nguyen. By Jasmine Nguyen, Editor-in-Chief Did you hear something? A branch creaking? A hurried pair of footsteps creeping through your hallway? The sounds of the wind or are those whispers outside your window? Is there a ghost? A zombie slowly […]
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Clothing Company Built from a Bare-Bone Idea by CSUDH Student
csudhbulletin November 10, 2020 0 COMMENTSCSUDH Criminal Justice Administration Major, and Biological Anthropology Minor, Eric Zamora built his clothing company, Lunoid, “from the bone up” during the quarantine. Courtesy of Eric Zamora. By Carina Noyola, Staff Reporter The effort to start something bigger than oneself. Something that is true to the love, and passion one holds to create something bigger […]
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Empty theatre seats now filled from the comfort of one’s home. Photo by Denise Jans on Unsplash. By Melany Ruiz, Staff Reporter California State University, Dominguez Hills still perseveres despite the global unrest by having new productions from the Department of Theatre Arts and Dance that will be released this fall. From playwright Josefina Lopez, […]
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‘Tis the Season of Sweatha Weatha—Did Someone Say Sweata Weatha?
csudhbulletin November 9, 2020 0 COMMENTSLimited sweaters but boundless of joy. Photo by Tijana Drndarski, Unsplash. By Iracema Navarro, Politics Editor The moment the temperature in Southern California is in the 70s and I feel a slight breeze, I know that it’s “Sweata Weatha” season. A term I first heard when I was 12, rebelling against my parents by staying […]
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The horror genre can be hard to navigate, so these are five books that are a sure hit every time. Illustration by Nova Blanco-Rico. By Destiny Torres, Contributor Since the beginning of the spooky season, I have been on the hunt for the best scary books to distract me from the horrors of today’s reality. […]
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Photo provided by Viz Media. By Luis Joshua Gutierrez, Staff Reporter When you think of a manga named “Chainsaw Man” what comes to mind? Is it literally a man-made of chainsaws just mowing down people left and right? If you thought that you wouldn’t be wrong, but you wouldn’t be exactly right either. “Chainsaw Man” […]
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Three best Latinx Halloween & Horror Short Films available now on HBO Max
csudhbulletin October 28, 2020 0 COMMENTSHispanic Heritage Month ends Oct 15 here are some of the best short films HBO Max has to watch. Screen capture by Carlos Martinez. By Destiny Jackson, Perspectives Editor Fall is undoubtedly the best time of year, well at least to me. I mean, who doesn’t love the end of summer? Seriously, if you’re one […]
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By Luis Gutierrez, Staff REporter There’s one main objective in any action game: don’t die. Whether getting eaten by a, dragon in Windhelm, or waxed by a Nazi zombie, those who die are rarely saluted. But not in “Disc Room.” In this game, death is usually the only way to survive, as to advance to […]
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A composite of OnePlus8, Google Pixel 4a, Samsung Galaxy A21, iPhone SE 2020, and Moto G FAST. Composite by Joseph Witrago. By Christopher Martinez, Layout Assistant During these times of financial uncertainty, many people have lost jobs and may not be able to afford a new phone or a pricey bill that they once were […]
READ MOREImpromptu road trip takes Carina to the road back home, and reminds her of what really matters the most. Photos by Carina Noyla, Staff Writer By Carina Noyola, Staff Writer Each summer for the last three years, my family would take a trip to Palm Springs, and because I was always out of town for […]
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Cora Cuevas, CSUDH alumni, preparing to roller skate by tying her purple shoelaces on her pastel pink Moxi roller skates. Photo courtesy of Cora Cuevas. By Ruby Munoz, Staff Reporter Roller skating and skateboarding have been popular for many years. It’s an escape to a favorite skating rink or skatepark. A journey passing from city […]
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Photo courtesy of Josefina López. By Melany Ruiz, Staff Reporter Last week, Josefina López, an award-winning playwright, screenwriter and activist, offered wise words to students who are aspiring writers. López, whose breakthrough 1992 play “Real Women Have Curves,” was turned into an award-winning Sundance film in 2002, has had more than 100 productions of her […]
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In her new book, Karla Cornejo Villavicencio shares many stories, including those of her family. Illustration by Nova Blanco-Rico. By Destiny Torres, Contributor Joaquín crossed the desert between Mexico and the United States four times. His first steady job was on a boat in New York City where he saw planes crash into the World […]
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Hispanic Heritage month, as it is recognized by the US government, ends Oct 15. But for LA locals, Latinx Heritage is every day. Illustration by Nova-Blanco Rico. By Melanie Gerner, Staff Reporter The 2020 Latino Heritage Month Calendar and Cultural Guide published by the Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs, offers numerous events running through […]
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Hulu’s selection of Blockbuster, supernatural, thrillers, and slashers horror movie selections. By Cindy Canas, Staff Writer While we are still in a pandemic and Halloween is just right around the corner, it is the perfect time to get into the spooky spirits. Apps such as Skype, Zoom, Discord, Houseparty, Disney Plus’ GroupWatch, and Netflix Party […]
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Outside shot of the iconic New York Stock Exchange building. Photo provided from Unsplash by @Mitchnielsen, Mitch Nielsen. By Jonathan Ghattas, Staff Reporter As a full-time college student, I have my fair share of responsibilities, as we all do. With a car payment every month, along with rent, groceries, and other monthly expenses, the idea […]
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Black Lives Matter protesters walking down Bellflower Boulevard in Bellflower this summer. Photos by Christopher Martinez. By Christopher Martinez, Staff Reporter When people hear the term “woke” in a socially aware context, they may think of people who do not live in a community where social injustice and racism are a fact of life. But […]
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A shot of ASI’s Halloween Haunt from fall semester 2019. Photo by Nova-Blanco Rico. By Anthony Vasquez, Staff Reporter The show must go on! This year’s ASI Halloween Haunt will relocate, leaving the activities field, and make its way onto your screens! Halloween Haunt, the biggest festival brought in hundreds of Toros containing Halloween-themed group […]
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Illustration by Darlene Maes. By Yeymy Garcia, Production Manager Before the second wave of COVID-19 hit, the memes circulating on Twitter said, “Please stay home unless you want Halloween to be canceled,” and I said, “Please everyone for the love of God, stay home or else I will find you and hunt you down for […]
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ASI Program Coordinator and Station Manager Stephen Janes at KDHR’s home studio on campus in the Loker Student Union. Photo courtesy of CSUDH Photo Archive By Raven Brown, Staff Reporter Recording a radio show or podcast on campus was once an entirely different operation. California State University, Dominguez Hills’ radio station, KDHR, had all the […]
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A Story of Friendship, Death, And Understanding My Broken Mariko Review
csudhbulletin October 6, 2020 0 COMMENTS“My Broken Mariko” dives deep into how suicide can affect those around you. Photo by Yen Press. By Luis Gutierrez, Staff Writer “My Broken Mariko” is a heartbreaking story by Waka Hirako published through Yen Press, it follows the story of Tomoyo Shiino as she deals with her best friend’s Mariko Ikagawa’s suicide. In this […]
READ MORESecond issue of the Bulletin for spring 2021 semester
Special Election Issue
