Nayeli Sanchez is on the homestretch of her undergraduate journey at Cal State Dominguez Hills. As a senior psychology student, Sanchez has spent a lot of time lately preparing for Graduation Day later this month. Most days, that means updating her resume, scouring job listings, and imagining what life will be like after she crosses […]
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Toros Feel Pain at the Pump
For Jazminne Lopez, filling up her gas tank has become a weekly calculation. “I used to fill up my tank once a week for about $40,” said Lopez, a senior chemistry student who lives in Bell Gardens. “Now, it’s getting closer to being almost $75, and I’m starting to skip certain events or just stay […]
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Rap music opens doors to mental health talks
When I first heard a rapper mention therapy in a song, I had to stop and rewind—not because I didn’t understand it, but because it struck me in a way I did not expect. The version of rap I grew up listening to focused on confidence and, occasionally, aggression. It was almost exclusively based on […]