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San Diego State University’s Independent Student Newspaper Since 1913

The Daily Aztec



San Diego State University’s Independent Student Newspaper Since 1913

The Daily Aztec
Brenden Tuccinardi

Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief

Brenden is a fourth-year studying advertising with a minor in interdisciplinary studies. He has a passion for music, art and design and hopes to pursue a career in visual journalism. You can follow him on Twitter and Instagram @Brenden_Tucc

All content by Brenden Tuccinardi
Production Night is The Daily Aztec's weekly news podcast that is pulling back the curtain on San Diego State's student newsroom. Writers, editors and guests will discuss the week's biggest stories and invite listeners into the action.

[Photo] Production Night: Danny’s senior goodbye

by Sara Rott, Senior Staff Writer
May 24, 2022
No one covers the home team like we do. Spear Sports Report, presented by The Daily Aztec, is bringing you courtside as our editors and writers break down all things Aztec's Athletics.

[Photo] Spear Sports Report: NCAA NIL rule now allows student athletes to create revenue

by Andrew Finley and Nick Coppo
July 7, 2021
On March 9, SDSU Police responded to reports of anti-Semitic vandalism, including swastikas, on an exterior wall of South Campus Plaza North off College Ave.

South Campus Plaza vandalism suspect arrested

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
May 14, 2021
Senior Farewell: Brenden Tuccinardi

Senior Farewell: Brenden Tuccinardi

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
May 5, 2021
University Senate resolution will create new SDSU mascot

University Senate resolution will create new SDSU mascot

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
May 4, 2021
SDSU's Hepner Hall building

Pending FDA approval, CSU and UC will require COVID-19 vaccines in the fall

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
April 22, 2021
Two groups marched through Downtown Tuesday evening.

Derek Chauvin found guilty, San Diego streets alive with marchers

by Katelynn Robinson and Brenden Tuccinardi
April 21, 2021
Fall 2021 to be primarily in-person, San Diego State announces

Fall 2021 to be primarily in-person, San Diego State announces

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
April 7, 2021
The A.S. Elections Committee found that SDSU Now did not violated any A.S. Elections Codes.

‘SDSU Now’ blackmail accusation tabled due to insufficient evidence

by Catlan Nguyen and Brenden Tuccinardi
April 2, 2021
Created by two SDSU alumni and two current students, the Bucket app is flipping the script on the way social media works.

SDSU alumni and current students say ‘buck’ it and launch new social media app ‘Bucket’

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
April 1, 2021
Petco Park, home of the San Diego Padres, will host San Diego State's May in-person graduation ceremonies.

[Photo] In-person commencement to be held at Petco Park

by Jeanette Giovanniello, Senior Staff Writer
April 1, 2021
San Diego State women’s basketball senior guard Téa Adams drives for a layup during the Aztecs' 79-77 win over Fresno State on Feb. 20, 2021 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Highlighted by 809 career points, Adams leaves legacy at SDSU

by Katelynn Robinson, Assistant News Editor
March 30, 2021
File Photo

‘SDSU Now’ accused of blackmail in Elections Committee meeting

by Catlan Nguyen and Brenden Tuccinardi
March 29, 2021

[Video] 2021 AS Election Debate: President

by Brenden Tuccinardi and Catlan Nguyen
March 20, 2021
San Diego State men’s basketball sophomore forward Keshad Johnson attempts a layup during the Aztecs’ 68-57 Mountain West Conference tournament victory over Utah State on March 13, 2021 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas.

[Photo] Column: How far can SDSU go in the NCAA Tournament?

by Breven Honda, Senior Staff Writer
March 17, 2021

[Video] 2021 AS Election Debate: VP External Relations

by Brenden Tuccinardi and Jadyn Brandt
March 16, 2021

[Video] 2021 AS Election Debate: VP Financial Affairs

by Brenden Tuccinardi and Jadyn Brandt
March 16, 2021
The San Diego State men's basketball team celebrates with the Mountain West Conference tournament trophy after defeating Utah State 68-57 to become MWC tournament champions on March 13, 2021 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas.

[Photo] Third time’s the charm: Aztecs defeat Utah State to hoist Mountain West tournament trophy

by Kyle Betz and Luis Lopez
March 13, 2021
San Diego State men's basketball senior guard Trey Pulliam attempts a layup during the Aztecs' Mountain West Conference tournament semifinal win over Nevada on March 12 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas.

[Photo] Aztecs return to MWC tournament championship game, hope to win second in eight years

by Kyle Betz, Sports Editor
March 13, 2021
San Diego State men's basketball senior guard Jordan Schakel attempts a fadeaway jumper during the Aztecs' 77-70 win over Nevada on March 12, 2021 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas.

[Photo] Three observations: Aztecs knock off No. 5 seed Nevada, advance to championship game

by Kyle Betz and Luis Lopez
March 12, 2021
Anti-Semitic vandalism reported at South Campus Plaza North

Anti-Semitic vandalism reported at South Campus Plaza North

by Brenden Tuccinardi and Katelynn Robinson
March 11, 2021
San Diego State men's basketball senior guard Terrell Gomez dribbles the ball during the Aztecs' 69-66 win over Wyoming in the quarterfinals of the Mountain West Conference tournament at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas.

[Photo] No. 1 seed Aztecs survive battle against No. 8 Wyoming in quarterfinals of MWC tournament

by Kyle Betz and Luis Lopez
March 11, 2021
Photo courtesy of Catlan Nguyen

Blog: Catlan Nguyen named editor in chief for 2021-22

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
March 11, 2021
A newstand with an old, faded edition of The Daily Aztec print edition.

An unprecedented year in review: Online classes, spring break cancellation, struggle for racial justice

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
March 10, 2021
Plans for possible in-person commencement announced

Plans for possible in-person commencement announced

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
March 5, 2021
While expanded vaccine eligibility offers a glimmer of hope, the country mourns the loss of more than 500,000 lives to COVID-19. The flags in front of Hepner Hall flew at half mast in honor of those lost.

As nation marks grim milestone, San Diego County expands vaccine eligibility

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
February 25, 2021
The Daily Aztec Music podcast is where DA arts & culture lives. It's a working title, but it tells you all you need to know. Every week we'll be talking tunes.

[Photo] Daily Aztec Music!: Meet the hosts

by Jason Freund and Ryan Hardison
February 19, 2021
Production Night is The Daily Aztec's weekly news podcast that is pulling back the curtain on San Diego State's student newsroom. Writers, editors and guests will discuss the week's biggest stories and invite listeners into the action.

[Photo] Production Night: AS election season is here and other news…

by Katelynn Robinson, Alexa Oslowki, and Sara Rott
February 18, 2021
Back in October, when this photo was taken, the massive parking lot had been torn up. Today, a large chunk of the stadium is gone.

[Photo] Reflections on the demolition of SDCCU Stadium

by Bradley Gonzales, Staff Writer
February 4, 2021
Lawn signs scattered down College Avenue and a website are just some of the indications Del Cerro residents aren't happy with a proposed mega-church development in their neighborhood.

[Photo] Del Cerro residents campaign to ‘save’ neighborhood from ‘mega project’ development

by David Ahumada, Staff Writer
February 3, 2021
SDSU approved to begin administering COVID-19 vaccines starting next week

SDSU approved to begin administering COVID-19 vaccines starting next week

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
February 2, 2021
Then-San Diego mayor Kevin Faulconer speaks at the Aug. 17 ground breaking ceremony for Aztec Stadium.

Kevin Faulconer running for California governor

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
February 1, 2021
Q&A: Rep. Sara Jacobs talks about her first days in Congress

Q&A: Rep. Sara Jacobs talks about her first days in Congress

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
January 28, 2021
After a large influx of phishing scams originating from SDSU student email accounts, the university is implementing more robust security protocols.

[Photo] Onslaught of phishing attacks prompt tighter security for student emails

by Jeanette Giovanniello, Senior Staff Writer
January 28, 2021
San Diego State has applied to the state Department of Health to be a COVID-19 vaccine distribution site.

[Photo] SDSU delays in-person instruction to March, applies to distribute vaccine

by Patrick Doyle, Staff Writer
January 26, 2021
President Biden's inaugural address carried a theme of unity as he pledged to be a president for all Americans.

Joe Biden sworn in as 46th President, Kamala Harris makes history as first female, Black VP

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
January 20, 2021
Trump-incited violence at US Capitol stalls Electoral College vote

Trump-incited violence at US Capitol stalls Electoral College vote

by Brenden Tuccinardi and Katelynn Robinson
January 6, 2021
Duncan Hunter, an SDSU alumnus, represented California's 50th Congressional District from 2013 until he resigned in 2020.

Trump pardons SDSU alumnus Duncan Hunter

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
December 22, 2020
In-person instruction in Spring 2021 will start two weeks after students return from winter break to allow mandatory testing to occur.

[Photo] Spring 2021 in-person instruction to be delayed two weeks to allow for COVID-19 testing

by Katelynn Robinson, Assistant News Editor
December 10, 2020
Associated Students gave voice to students' concerns and asked President de la Torre to reinstate Spring Break.

A.S. sends letter to President de la Torre demanding Senate decision be reversed

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
December 4, 2020
A small group of students marched through campus in protest of the university's decision to eliminate the traditional nine-day spring break.

[Photo] Days after Spring Break decision, students continue to push back on and offline

by Alexa Oslowski
December 4, 2020
Dylan Hernandez, a freshman at SDSU, died on Nov. 8 after falling off his bunk bed in his dorm room. He had attended a fraternity party before the incident.

San Diego State, CSU, Phi Gamma Delta sued for negligence in death of SDSU freshman Dylan Hernandez

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
December 2, 2020
BREAKING: University Senate to vote on canceling Spring Break

BREAKING: University Senate to vote on canceling Spring Break

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
November 30, 2020
San Diego State students, faculty and staff can get tested for COVID-19 for free by appointment at Student Health Services at Calpulli Center.

[Photo] COVID-19 Update: Cases on the rise, testing continues

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
November 25, 2020
Viejas Arena (pictured here) served as one of many polling sites where voters could decide on one of the 15 measures on the ballot in California.

[Photo] Formerly incarcerated SDSU students, alumni react to passage of Proposition 17

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
November 18, 2020
San Diego County residents and SDSU students wait in line to get tested at the county-operated COVID-19 testing center at the Parma Payne Goodall Alumni Center on Nov. 18.

[Photo] San Diego County is back in the Purple Tier. What does that mean for SDSU?

by Jadyn Brandt, News Editor
November 18, 2020
SDSU pauses in-person instruction until spring

SDSU pauses in-person instruction until spring

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
November 18, 2020
Viejas Arena was one of many super poll sites operated by the county.

[Photo] SDSU hosts super poll site at Viejas Arena

by Katelynn Robinson and Jeanette Giovanniello
November 4, 2020
The Daily Aztec moderated a debate between SDSU College Democrats and TPUSA at SDSU on Oct. 28.

[Photo] Turning Point USA and SDSU College Dems debate ahead of Election Day

by Jason Freund, Staff Writer
November 3, 2020
California's 49th, 52nd and 53rd Congressional Districts cover much of San Diego. The Daily Aztec sat down with the candidates to ask them about the issues college students care about most.

[Photo] How CA 49th, 52nd, and 53rd candidates line up on the issues

by Patrick Doyle, Staff Writer
November 3, 2020
San Diego County has stepped in to control parties at SDSU before Halloween.

Trick or treat? Cease-and-desist orders issued to SDSU residences planning on holding large gatherings

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
October 30, 2020
Proposition 17 is one of 12 initiatives on the California Ballot. If passed, Prop 17 would restore voting rights to formerly incarcerated people still on parole.

[Photo] Some SDSU students can’t vote. Proposition 17 will change that

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
October 26, 2020
The Daily Aztec has created this voter guide to help you navigate the 2020 California propositions.

Guía de votación para las propuestas de California

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Jadyn Brandt, and Katelynn Robinson
October 26, 2020
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[Photo] SDSU implements new COVID-19 stay-at-home advisory as Halloween approaches

by Patrick Doyle, Staff Writer
October 23, 2020
Democrats Sara Jacobs and Georgette Gòmez are both running to represent California's 53rd Congressional District, a seat held by Democrat Susan Davis since 2003.

[Photo] VIDEO: California 53rd Congressional Race Breakdown: Sara Jacobs vs. Georgette Gómez

by Patrick Doyle, Staff Writer
October 21, 2020
The Daily Aztec has created this voter guide to help you navigate the 2020 California propositions.

DA Voter Guide: California Propositions

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Katelynn Robinson, and Jadyn Brandt
October 21, 2020
San Diego County residents rallied in support of California Propostion 16.

[Photo] Residents of all backgrounds rally behind Prop 16

by Patrick Doyle, Staff Writer
October 21, 2020
Cost-saving measures make a dent in SDSU budget gap, but CSU cuts create uncertainty

Cost-saving measures make a dent in SDSU budget gap, but CSU cuts create uncertainty

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
October 21, 2020
The sea of empty blue seats at SDCCU Stadium is a bittersweet sight as San Diego says goodbye to 53 years or sporting, architectural and entertainment history.

SDCCU Stadium: A new era follows the end of an old one

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
October 15, 2020
SDSU passes 1,000 cases, limited in-person instruction to resume Oct. 12

SDSU passes 1,000 cases, limited in-person instruction to resume Oct. 12

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
September 30, 2020
El Parma Payne Goodall Alumni Center se ha convertido en un sitio para pruebas gratuitas de COVID-19 en la Universidad Estatal de San Diego. El sitio ofrece pruebas gratuitas a estudiantes y es operado por el Condado de San Diego.

COVID-19 Update: Total SDSU cases nearing 1,000, four new cases among faculty/staff, 30 among students

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
September 22, 2020
County residents and business owners gathered at Waterfront Park in front of the county administration at the "SD Means Business" rally on Sept. 21

[Photo] ‘San Diego Means Business’ rally calls on county supervisors to defy state on reopening

by Katelynn Robinson, Assistant News Editor
September 21, 2020
Granada Apartments

On-campus residents anxious as SDSU COVID-19 outbreak continues

by Brenden Tuccinardi and Jayne Yutig
September 21, 2020
This sign is one of many markers that separates campus from College Area neighborhoods where SDSU students that make up the majority of positive cases associated with the university live.

San Diego State finds itself caught in the middle between county and state over county COVID-19 case rate

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
September 16, 2020
San Diego State to test all on-campus residents, implement surveillance testing program

San Diego State to test all on-campus residents, implement surveillance testing program

by Brenden Tuccinardi and Katelynn Robinson
September 15, 2020
The Daily Aztec newsroom in the basement of the Education and Business Administration building.

Letter from the editor: A lot has changed, but we’re still here

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
September 15, 2020
El Centro de Brasil en SDSU organizó su conferencia virtual con invitados Abner Francisco Sótenos, Monique Paula, y Watufani Poe. Los invitados hablaron sobre los problemas raciales y sociales en Brasil.

Spring 2021 will be primarily online, CSU announces

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
September 10, 2020
This graph shows the number of confirmed/probable COVID-19 cases among SDSU student.

[Photo] SDSU nears 400 confirmed COVID-19 cases in first two weeks

by Patrick Doyle, Staff Writer
September 8, 2020
SDSU students living on campus are encouraged to only leave their residence for essential activities like food, medical appointments and work.

University extends ‘stay at home’ order until Sept. 14

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
September 7, 2020
On Aug. 29, M@College Apartments notified residents of a positive COVID-19 case at the College Ave. apartment complex.

Covid-19 Update: M@college reports positive case, 3 additional off-campus cases, SDSU beefs up enforcement of health guidelines

by Katelynn Robinson and Brenden Tuccinardi
August 30, 2020
For the second day in a row San Diego State reports two new COVID-19 cases

For the second day in a row San Diego State reports two new COVID-19 cases

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
August 27, 2020
Covid-19 Update: Student tests positive, risk to campus remains low

Covid-19 Update: Student tests positive, risk to campus remains low

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
August 21, 2020
The Daily Aztec wins 'Best College Newspaper' in San Diego Society of Professional Journalists contest

The Daily Aztec wins ‘Best College Newspaper’ in San Diego Society of Professional Journalists contest

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Editor in Chief
August 19, 2020
SDSUMV Construction

[Photo] SDSU Mission Valley ground breaking ceremony ushers in ‘A New Era’ for San Diego State

by Kyle Betz, Sports Editor
August 17, 2020
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