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



San Diego State University’s Independent Student Newspaper Since 1913

The Daily Aztec
Catlan is a fourth-year studying Journalism with a minor in Sustainability from Stockton, CA. She has a passion for graphic design, music, art and the environment. Twitter @CatlanNguyen

Catlan Nguyen, ’21-22 Editor in Chief

Catlan is a fourth-year double majoring in Journalism and Sustainability from Stockton, CA. She has a passion for graphic design, music, writing and the environment. Twitter @CatlanNguyen

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Senior Farewell: Catlan Nguyen

Senior Farewell: Catlan Nguyen

by Catlan Nguyen, Editor in Chief
May 4, 2022
Part of SDSU's budget was allocated to the newly designed logo.

Presidential Task Force progress after two years

by Catlan Nguyen, Editor in Chief
May 4, 2022
The Climate Strike protest in the fall 2021 semester brought many students together who demanded change from the university. So far, they have been disappointed in the university's efforts.

Students are disappointed in lack of climate action taken following protest

by Catlan Nguyen, Editor in Chief
April 20, 2022
Part of SDSU's budget was allocated to the newly designed logo.

University budget allocation called into question at senate meeting

by Catlan Nguyen, Editor in Chief
April 13, 2022
Blog: Gabriel Schneider named editor in chief for 2022-2023

Blog: Gabriel Schneider named editor in chief for 2022-2023

by Catlan Nguyen, Editor in Chief
April 4, 2022
Three write-in candidates to choose for A.S. President

Three write-in candidates to choose for A.S. President

by Catlan Nguyen, Editor in Chief
March 23, 2022

A.S. Debates: One full slate, many uncontested positions, more

by Catlan Nguyen, Editor in Chief
March 23, 2022
After criticism from the press and from within the CSU system, Joseph I. Castro stepped down from his position after just 13 months as CSU Chancellor.

CSU Chancellor Joseph I. Castro resigns

by Catlan Nguyen, Editor in Chief
February 23, 2022
BREAKING: Classes switch online until beginning of February

BREAKING: Classes switch online until beginning of February

by Catlan Nguyen, Editor in Chief
January 5, 2022
File Photo

All students, faculty, staff required to have COVID-19 booster by next semester

by Catlan Nguyen, Editor in Chief
December 26, 2021
COVID-19 booster requirement met with mixed feelings

COVID-19 booster requirement met with mixed feelings

by Catlan Nguyen, Editor in Chief
December 20, 2021
Pop Pay makes it possible to pay using face ID technology.

[Photo] Saturday School Tagalog sessions showcase Filipinx heritage

by Christian Houser, Contributor
October 27, 2021
Many of SDSU's dining locations are mostly employed by students. Students working in the food industry have faced a unique array of struggles while operating during a pandemic.

Inside look into new challenges for on-campus restaurant workers

by Catlan Nguyen, Editor in Chief
October 6, 2021

[Video] SDSU students vote to keep Gavin Newsom in office

by Catlan Nguyen, Editor in Chief
September 17, 2021
SAE fraternity house located at College Place. The fraternity will be suspended in abeyance until Dec. 31. The fraternity will then be under probation for the following semester.

SAE suspended in abeyance due to policy violations including alcohol and hazing

by Catlan Nguyen, Editor in Chief
September 15, 2021
The voter guide for the California recall election.

How to Vote in the Recall Election

by Catlan Nguyen, Editor in Chief
September 9, 2021
Hope isn't lost.

San Diego Afghan Community Reacts to U.S. Withdrawal, Shares Why They’re Marching

by Catlan Nguyen and Adam Correa
September 1, 2021
Los manifestantes marchan por las calles del centro de la ciudad para mostrar solidaridad con Afganistán.

Activists host Afghanistan citizen human rights protest

by Adam Correa, Contributor
August 31, 2021
Hall of Justice located in downtown San Diego where lawsuit is available for public viewing.

Trial date for lawsuit set regarding freshman death

by Catlan Nguyen and Jayne Yutig
August 25, 2021
Electric scooter located on campus near Hepner Hall.

[Photo] SDSU lifts ban on electric scooters, bikes and skateboards

by Katelynn Robinson, News Editor
August 25, 2021
Screenshot 2021-08-14 6.32.46 PM

[Photo] Enrollment in sciences and public health increases

by George Liao, Contributor
August 14, 2021
Quarantine Hotels reported as successful

Quarantine Hotels reported as successful

by Katelynn Robinson and Catlan Nguyen
August 13, 2021

[Video] What to expect for first in-person semester, latest COVID-19 policies

by Catlan Nguyen and Katelynn Robinson
August 13, 2021
SDSU ha puesto rótulos de segurancia de la salud por todo el campus.

SDSU actualiza sus políticas de COVID-19 al preparar para el semestre de otoño 2021

by Catlan Nguyen and Katelynn Robinson
August 13, 2021
Zura Residence Hall

[Photo] Freshmen move-in checklist essentials

by Katelynn Robinson, News Editor
August 12, 2021
School of Public Health launches home COVID test program

School of Public Health launches home COVID test program

by Catlan Nguyen, Editor in Chief
July 11, 2021
Outside the Chabad House near SDSU's campus a couple of weeks after the vandalism incident.

[Photo] Chabad House vandalized for a second time, Rabbi Boudjnah will press charges this time

by Katelynn Robinson, News Editor
July 10, 2021
VSA's dance group, VSA Modern shot at multiple locations in San Diego to create the ultimate music video atmosphere for 2021 VCN.

Immigrant experience highlighted at Vietnamese Student Association virtual cultural night

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
April 22, 2021
AB Samahan hosts first-ever virtual Filipino Cultural Night

AB Samahan hosts first-ever virtual Filipino Cultural Night

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
April 21, 2021
Students outraged over film professor's racially insensitive remarks

Students outraged over film professor’s racially insensitive remarks

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
April 15, 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
File Photo

‘SDSU Now’ accused of blackmail in Elections Committee meeting

by Catlan Nguyen and Brenden Tuccinardi
March 29, 2021

[Video] Atlanta shootings are ‘breaking point’ for Asian American women at San Diego State

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
March 24, 2021

[Video] 2021 AS Election Debate: Executive VP

by Catlan Nguyen and Katelynn Robinson
March 20, 2021

[Video] 2021 AS Election Debate: President

by Brenden Tuccinardi and Catlan Nguyen
March 20, 2021

[Video] 2021 AS Election Debate: VP University Affairs

by Catlan Nguyen and Katelynn Robinson
March 17, 2021
Aztec Student Union hosts virtual concert and Q&A with R&B musician UMI

Aztec Student Union hosts virtual concert and Q&A with R&B musician UMI

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
March 17, 2021
A student talks to a representative at the San Diego State office of Financial Aid and scholarships

Second round of relief money distributed to students

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
March 10, 2021
University Senate Update: Commencement, COVID vaccines and Fall 2021 semester

University Senate Update: Commencement, COVID vaccines and Fall 2021 semester

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
March 3, 2021
Yna Pineda performing an original song accompanied with graphic design illustrations from Kenzie Barnickle. Screenshot courtesy of More Than Music.

[Video] Aztec Music Group, SDSU Rotaract team up for ‘More Than Music’ festival

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
February 23, 2021
Perspective: Recent increased attacks on Asian-Americans reminded me to embrace my roots

Perspective: Recent increased attacks on Asian-Americans reminded me to embrace my roots

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
February 20, 2021
Student loans on pause, what it means for SDSU students

Student loans on pause, what it means for SDSU students

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
February 16, 2021
Members of SDSU VSA wish everyone a Happy Lunar New Year through Discord. Courtesy of the SDSU VSA.

Vietnamese Student Association rings in Lunar New Year by fusing old and new traditions

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
February 16, 2021
Credit/No Credit option extended indefinitely for duration of pandemic

Credit/No Credit option extended indefinitely for duration of pandemic

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
February 11, 2021
Night Stalker uses a unique format compared to other true crime series, with first-hand interviews and accounts from victims and main detectives.

Review: Netflix’s “Night Stalker” brings thrills and horror to a true crime documentary

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
February 4, 2021
File Photo.

Parents, students seething over possible suspensions due to COVID-19 policy violations

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
February 2, 2021
Undergraduate, graduate and international students discuss their reasons for taking a leave of absence during the Spring 2021 semester. Weston Robertson (top left), Zoe Jones (top right), Ornella Rossi (bottom left) and Jeannette Espinoza (bottom right).

[Video] Students plan to take semester off after first full semester of online learning

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
December 10, 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.

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.

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

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
November 18, 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.

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

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
October 26, 2020
Millions of Californians will be voting by mail. Before you cast your ballot make sure you know what to do.

Do you know how to vote? Don’t worry we’ve got you covered

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
October 13, 2020
SDSU alumna Kate Rose Mabel Coughlin started her own thrifting brand, "Jazzy Mabel," in May.

SDSU graduate creates thrift-inspired clothing brand

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
October 9, 2020
Journalism professor and Emmy-winning broadcast news producer Jerry McCormick is looking to start the first ever NABJ at SDSU.

National Association of Black Journalists look to start new chapter at SDSU

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
September 25, 2020
Screenshot from Grant Jordan's prerecorded performance which was suppose to air in the Virtual Nooner series.

Derailed by miscommunication and misunderstanding, first ‘Virtual Nooner’ cancelled

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
September 15, 2020
Kativa released their debut single, Ethereal, on Aug. 17.

Underground Sound: SDSU sibling duo forge new path with latest single ‘Ethereal’

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
September 11, 2020
Outside of the Amazon Tracy fulfillment center.

Opinion: Amazon warehouse jobs aren’t worth the salary despite the effects of COVID-19

by Catlan Nguyen, Social Media Editor
August 3, 2020
Prospective SDSU students talk to a representative at the Aztec Parents Group table at a previous Explore SDSU event.

Explore SDSU shifts to virtual platform due to coronavirus outbreak

by Catlan Nguyen, Staff Writer
March 21, 2020
The crew pulled together the opening night and matinee performance for the last theater show.

For the Skull and Dagger Society, the show must go on

by Catlan Nguyen, Staff Writer
March 13, 2020
Marketing and business freshman Mary Kohaut won Miss San Diego and gained a lot from the experience.

Students win scholarships and crowns in Miss San Diego beauty pageant

by Catlan Nguyen, Staff Writer
March 11, 2020
Dragons, War, Fire, & Desire: An Interdisciplinary Symposium on the Literary and Cinematic Adaptations of Game of Thrones & A Song of Ice and Fire will take place on May 1 at Scripps Cottage.

Preview: Department of Classics and Humanities to bring Game of Thrones characters to life at Scripps Cottage

by Catlan Nguyen, Staff Writer
March 6, 2020
Academic freedom, attacks on higher education among topics discussed at 'Scholars at Risk' event

Academic freedom, attacks on higher education among topics discussed at ‘Scholars at Risk’ event

by Catlan Nguyen, Staff Writer
March 4, 2020
Podcast explains tricky love concepts

Podcast explains tricky love concepts

by Catlan Nguyen, Staff Writer
February 12, 2020
University approves two student fee increases to fund mental health counselors, identity centers

University approves two student fee increases to fund mental health counselors, identity centers

by Catlan Nguyen, Staff Writer
February 5, 2020
A group of inmates get a chance to create art and express themselves.

Inmates get creative in the arts with the Prison Arts Collective

by Catlan Nguyen, Staff Writer
January 22, 2020
Student advocates call for financial aid reform in governor's budget

Student advocates call for financial aid reform in governor’s budget

by Catlan Nguyen, Staff Writer
January 22, 2020
There were lots of lights throughout Balboa Park for December Nights, including this huge Christmas tree.

December Nights lights up Balboa Park’s sky again

by Catlan Nguyen, Staff Writer
December 11, 2019
Quickie Delivery provides condoms and mints to SDSU students.

New condom delivery service debuts on campus

by Catlan Nguyen, Staff Writer
December 10, 2019
The Aztec Rocks Hunger food drive broke yet another campaign record in its 10th anniversary.

Aztecs Rock Hunger breaks another campaign record in 10th anniversary

by Catlan Nguyen, Staff Writer
December 10, 2019
Green Love held 'Building a More Sustainable Future' at Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union, one of many LEED certified buildings on campus.

Green Love’s ‘Building a More Sustainable Future’ event eyes more efficient buildings

by Catlan Nguyen, Staff Writer
November 20, 2019
Students used printing presses to make designs on totes, shirts and bandanas.

Students screen print with puppies and pizza

by Catlan Nguyen, Staff Writer
November 14, 2019
The Pride Center celebrated Day of the Dead.

The Pride Center highlights intersectionality and transgender women for the Day of the Dead

by Catlan Nguyen, Staff Writer
November 6, 2019
SDSU and student organizations are hosting forums to educate students on the two proposed fee increases. If approved, the additional fees will take effect fall 2020.

University, student organizations host forums on proposed student fee increases

by Catlan Nguyen, Staff Writer
November 6, 2019
Max Conahey, left, plays rhythm guitar with his friend Nate Williams, right, who is the vocalist and bass player.

Students fuse modern punk and hard rock

by Catlan Nguyen, Staff Writer
October 23, 2019
Pina colada and bao buns

Grass Skirt combines speakeasy vibe with tiki bar fun

by Catlan Nguyen, Contributor
October 16, 2019
Grant Jordan lays on the floor while other band members continue shredding.

Student sings his stories during Nooner set

by Catlan Nguyen, Contributor
October 9, 2019
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