Vietnamese American scholars, artists, and organizers reflect on migration, memory, and the future of their community. By Viri Garcia Gallardo, Executive Editor The Fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975, marked the end of the Vietnam War and sparked a mass exodus of Vietnamese refugees. Many fled by boat or on foot, risking their lives […]
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‘Person, Place, or Thing’ brings game show energy to KDHR
Sophomore student challenges Toros to think fast for sweet prizes. By Sapphire Perez, Staff Reporter Many people have watched a game show and thought they could outsmart the contestants, buzzing in answers faster and proving it’s “not that hard.” Being a game show contestant is a bucket list item for a lot of people, especially […]
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‘Twelfth Night’: A comedic tale of love and mistaken identity
Shakespeare’s classic closes out spring semester for University Theatre. By Andrea Ambriz, Staff Reporter “With hey ho, the wind and the rain. For the rain it raineth every day,” the cast sang in unison, their coordinated curtain call dance bringing the production to a memorable close. The musical tune resonated with life’s unpredictabilities, but inside […]
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Long Beach shelter helps survivors rebuild lives after abuse
WomenShelter has supported survivors with housing, counseling, and crisis services since 1977. By Camila Chavarria, Staff Reporter When people think of what a women’s shelter looks like, they may imagine rows of cots in a crowded and sterile-looking space—little personality, and even less warmth. But at the WomenShelter of Long Beach (WSLB), the spaces aim […]
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Toro Skate Association finds footing at Lot 17
One skater’s idea leads to a growing campus crew. By Rafael Rodriguez, Staff Reporter What began as a solo search for a place to skate has evolved into a thriving student-led community at Cal State Dominguez Hills. Founded by kinesiology senior Michael Bradley in Oct. 2023, the Toro Skate Association quickly grew into a space […]