When I first came to The Daily Aztec offices, I didn’t exactly know what to expect. It was the beginning of my sophomore year and I had only just decided...

Last semester, the San Diego State police reported that 17 sexual assaults occurred near campus. Of those incidents, seven allegedly occurred at fraternity...

If you live in the dorms, home brewing isn’t exactly an option. But for those of us who live off campus and are 21 or older, home brewing offers opportunities...

The ninth annual College Area Boulevard Boo Parade took place last Saturday on El Cajon Boulevard. The event brought together local business owners and...

The Aztec Warrior mascot can be seen running the length of the field at football games, cheering on “The Show” at Viejas Arena and promoting the San...

4.0 Deli, a staple of the San Diego State community, will permanently close its doors at the end of the month. The information was released on the sandwich...

I don’t need to explain that people say stupid things on the Internet, especially when they have the freedom of anonymity. This stupidity often comes...

This spring break, it’s time to get away. Everyone needs a break now and then, so why not take that break at a new locale with new people? Problem is,...

The Student Success Fee is happening. Most of you probably know this by now. The topic has raged through campus during the past few weeks. Associated...

Flashcards? Check. Notebook? Check. Highlighters? Check. Intricate reviews compiled of study materials, homework and potentially even past exams? That...

The new Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union at San Diego State may appear to have been built exclusively for the pleasures of the students, but plans for...

With the newly proposed Student Success Fee up for debate at informational forums throughout the month, The Aztec decided to do some investigating into...

In order to gather a more accurate picture of the variety of opinions Aztecs have regarding the Student Success Fee, The Aztec held our own informal polling...

This semester, Aztecs will have the opportunity to have their voices heard. No, I’m not talking about the mayoral or Associated Students elections,...

So now what? You’ve made the resolutions, mentally dedicated yourself to change and decided that this is the semester you will make things happen. Maybe...

Condoms are proven to prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases—got it? I was hoping that was an unnecessary statement for most readers, but...

During the past few weeks, I have written about two of the top four candidates in the upcoming San Diego mayoral election. This week, I researched Kevin...

As the Nov. 19 special election approaches, one man stands out among the top four mayoral candidates, not as the top contender in polls, endorsements or...

At my freshmen orientation, one memory stands out particularly clearly among the blur of a campus tour, class registration and endlessly awkward get-to-know-each-other...

San Diego State is known for its inclusive stance towards diversity. The LGBT community, in particular, is a large and respected part of our campus, earning...

A college student goes out on a Friday night. She meets a nice guy, has a nice time and decides to have an ever nicer time back at his house. The two wake...

Last week, U.S. News and World Report released its annual Best College list. San Diego State received particular attention as it made the largest increase...

As children grow up, parents monitor what they are exposed to. A password is put on the Playboy channels, Radio Disney exclusively blasts through the car...

It takes a lot to get my attention when I’m walking around campus. Best friends will wave and shout, but I just keep walking with my headphones turned...

Choosing one's own schedule, classes and professors is one of the benefits of the collegiate lifestyle. However, with thousands of options, and generally...

I’ll be the first to admit I’m not into sports. I don’t have any particular problem with them, I’ve just never been interested in learning...

College students are young minds waiting to be molded by the masters of education into productive members of society. They enter an institution of higher...

I’m a writer. Hopefully this is obvious because you are reading this and my name is at the end of the column. I take pride in a finished written piece...

Driving isn’t my strong suit. Receiving my license took a few tries and I have always been forced to rely on my brave passengers to make my driving...

Imagine this: You graduated college and you’re at your first fancy business luncheon for your new job. The food is served onto one of three pristine...

During an award-winning night at the Grammy’s, Adele and Kelly Clarkson were praised for their hard work and talent with the most prestigious honors...

Labels dominate our existence. We can be black, white, gay, straight, single, nerds, stoners, liberals and anything else you can think of. Identifying...

It’s the golden rule of technology that when something new is created, someone will figure out how to get naked on it. Our generation is one of sexual...

No phones at the table!” Every parent in America has probably said this at one time or another. At least mine did—a lot. Growing up in a generation...

Remembering my past experiences with class registration at San Diego State, one thing comes to mind: the gut-wrenching feeling of panic when registration...

Looking back on the recent tragedies our country has faced, it’s natural to wonder if they could have been prevented. People demand change for gun control,...

During an emergency, you must take immediate action. When an intruder breaks in late at night, nobody would tell you to wait days for police approval and...

Once a year in the U.S., civilization as we know it ceases to exist. People who are otherwise perfectly normal, upstanding citizens transform into...

The modern music experience centers around the customer. Gone are the days when the household radio provided the main source of entertainment and listeners...

When looking in the mirror, it’s easy to spot the things a person hates about his or herself. Thunder thighs, love handles and “cankles” galore...

Scrolling through social network newsfeeds can be a mundane activity filled with dull statuses and pictures of every irrelevant thing your friends...

It’s October, which means fall has finally begun, bringing with it an end to the incredible heat of summer, new Halloween decorations and pink—pink...

Ignorance is bliss, except when it's not. In reality, ignorance usually leads to embarrassingly inaccurate misconceptions about communities and people...

During the day, San Diego State is a beautiful institution for students to live and learn. However, at night, the reality of safety concerns takes a higher...

Professional athletes are a prime example of impeccable physical fitness. We expect them to work hard, win games and, apparently do all of this half...

Stupidity happens. Some mistakes are more permissible than others, but using the word “rape” in casual and incorrect contexts is inexcusable. For...

Who knows you the best? If you make a mental list, it would probably include family and maybe close friends, not an online social networking community....