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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

Eugenie Budnik, News Editor

All content by Eugènie Budnik
Courtesy of Olivia Li, Associated Students

‘Get Stuff Done’: An intro to Ally Gallant, ‘23-24 A.S. Vice President of University Affairs

by Eugenie Budnik, News Editor
September 18, 2023
Eugènie Budnik poses in front of Hepner Hall on March 6, 2023. She is a third-year journalism major with an emphasis in marketing. Photo by Bella Biunno.

My PCOS diagnosis gave me answers, but not peace

by Eugènie Budnik, Staff Writer
March 17, 2023
On right there is a large blue sign for San Diego State Universitys police. In the background is San Diego State Universitys campus.

San Diego State is ill-prepared for an on-campus shooting

by Eugènie Budnik, Senior staff writer
November 15, 2022
Gregory Murphy, Interim Chief of Police for the San Diego State University Police Department

SDSU Welcomes New Interim Police Chief

by Eugènie Budnik, Senior Staff Writer
October 14, 2022
Mara Macías, an SDSU Imperial Valley Librarian explains to the College Council the details of Equitable Access and answers questions.

Immediate Access replaced with new Equitable Access program for textbooks

by Eugenie Budnik and Gabriel Schneider
April 27, 2022
Welcome sign to Salton Sea Beach, a once popular attraction now subject to climate destruction

Zero-waste living isn’t realistic for everyone

by Eugènie Budnik, Senior Staff Writer
April 22, 2022
Alumna shares inspiring Price is Right experience

Alumna shares inspiring ‘Price is Right’ experience

by Eugènie Budnik, Senior Staff Writer
April 22, 2022
Students and faculty have opposed the implementation of the sustainability and technology fee, which would be 66% allocated towards technology and 34% allocated towards sustainability.

Students, faculty petition against sustainability, technology fee, ‘It is the student’s money’

by Eugenie Budnik , Senior Staff Writer
April 20, 2022
The United States Department of Education has extended student loan repayments through Aug. 31.

Department of Education extends pause on student loan collections

by Eugenie Budnik , Senior Staff Writer
April 13, 2022
Student applying to CSUs will no longer be require to submit SAT or ACT scores as part of the admissions process.

SAT, ACT scores no longer required for admission to CSUs

by Eugenie Budnik , Senior Staff Writer
April 6, 2022
Having a proper game setup is an essential part of playing at the highest level, and computer science major Alyssa Garcia, who is the co-president of Aztec Gaming Lab, has an elaborate setup, complete with a SecretLab gamer chair.

Gaming club levels the playing field

by Eugènie Budnik, Staff Writer
March 27, 2022
President of Associated Students Candidate Shawki Moore

President of Associated Students Candidate Shawki Moore

by Eugènie Budnik , Senior Staff Writer
March 23, 2022
A.S. Vice President of External Relations candidate Robson Winter

A.S. Vice President of External Relations candidate Robson Winter

by Eugenie Budnik, Senior Staff Writer
March 23, 2022
Some students thought the fees main focus was to bring Virtual Reality sets to courses.

Sustainability/Tech Fee opposed after forum confusion

by Eugenie Budnik , Staff Writer
March 17, 2022
President Biden gave his first State of Union Address to address the ongoing war in Ukraine.

President Biden gives first State of the Union Address

by Eugenie Budnik, Staff Writer
March 9, 2022
Bram Dijkstra with his collection of over 50,000 albums titled the John Coltrane Memorial Black Music Archive.

Donors of John Coltrane Memorial Black Music Archive pressured into donating additional funds by SDSU

by Eugenie Budnik, Staff Writer
March 9, 2022
John Coltrane es un artista famosos de jazz.

Arquivo de música afroamericana trae sus complicaciones para la universidad

by Eugenie Budnik , Staff Writer
March 9, 2022
Fifth year applied mathematics major Kaylani Cayabyab gleefully laying on top of her Squishmallows.

Squishmallow mania has cuddled its way onto campus

by Eugènie Budnik, Staff Writer
March 2, 2022
Video games have a history of perpetuating harmful stereotypes of Native Americans, this includes classic adventure games likes Oregon Trail. However, more recent games like Assassins Creed III have provided better representation.

The mostly harmful history of Native representation in popular video games

by Eugènie Budnik, Staff Writer
March 2, 2022
La universidad vota por tener el reconocimiento de tierra opcional.

Masks not required at events or meetings for fully vaccinated people, starting March 7

by Eugenie Budnik, Staff Writer
March 2, 2022
Online classes provided accommodations that are not available in an in-person environment.

Online classes may leave, eliminating their accessibility

by Eugenie Budnik, Staff Writer
March 2, 2022
MLB superstar Shohei Ohtani promotes the upcoming game MLB The Show 22.

Batter up: ‘Nintendo Direct’ debuts new sports games and more

by Eugènie Budnik , Staff Writer
February 23, 2022
Before becoming the Julian Gold Rush Hotel, Albert Robinsons business opened as Hotel Robinson, and was immediately an important part of Julian, certifying itself as a landmark thats now been around for generations.

Visit these Black historical landmarks in San Diego County

by Eugènie Budnik, Staff Writer
February 18, 2022
Everyone has a unique guilty pleasure song that they cant help but belch out loud whenever they hear it or its a must-listen when singing in shower – heres our picks for the best guilty pleasure songs.

DA Staff Recs: Guilty pleasure songs

by Morgan Ray, Eugènie Budnik, Maritza Camacho, Emily Forschen , Owen Pratt, Sumaia Wegner, and Jazlyn Dieguez
February 14, 2022
Mt. Helix offers an elevated view of San Diego like no other, making it one of the best spots to watch sunsets.

Scenic and underrated Valentine’s Day date spots for San Diego couples

by Eugènie Budnik, Staff Writer
February 10, 2022
Look to see what the stars have in store for your love life

Look to see what the stars have in store for your love life

by Taylor Harris, Trinity Bland , Cristina Lombardo, Sumaia Wegner, Cheryl Akpenyi, Ariana Mardani, Eugenie Budnik, Samantha Festin , Aaliyah Alexander, and Sara Rott
February 9, 2022
San Diego State student-parents have had less resources available for their children since the start of the pandemic.

Child care shortage in San Diego weighs on SDSU student-parents

by Sara Rott and Eugenie Budnik
February 9, 2022
Hepner Hall

SDSU responds to the trials of Kyle Rittenhouse and killers of Ahmaud Arbery

by Eugenie Budnik , Staff Writer
December 7, 2021
Ballams posts often feature surprise appearances by his dog Cocoa, who shows his head in the lower left corner.

Outfit of the day account teaches professional dress for students

by Eugènie Budnik, Staff Writer
December 1, 2021
Charles Lamden was honored at a ceremony and reception outside the newly named, Lamden Hall.

Building renamed after SDSU alumnus, former business dean Charles Lamden

by Eugenie Budnik, Staff Writer
December 1, 2021
This year theres plenty of presents to buy to make any gamer happy.

Level up your gift giving this holiday season

by Eugènie Budnik, Staff Writer
November 20, 2021
The 25th annual wreath laying ceremony took place at the SDSU War Memorial.

Veterans Day ceremony honors former Aztecs who have served

by Eugènie Budnik, Staff Writer
November 17, 2021
Social Justice Summit looks to elevate student careers

Social Justice Summit looks to elevate student careers

by Eugènie Budnik, Staff Writer
November 10, 2021
Hepner Hall

Associated students approves new waitlist policy, effective fall 2022

by Eugènie Budnik, Staff Writer
November 10, 2021
From left to right: Melissa Parker, Katherine Olenski, Easton Basjec.

‘Scisters Salon’ takes eco-friendly strides

by Eugènie Budnik , Staff Writer
November 4, 2021
This years homecoming court theme was Together as One.

88th annual homecoming court announced, themed “Together as One”

by Eugenie Budnik , Staff Writer
November 3, 2021
(From top to bottom, left to right): Kathleen Brand, Miriam Raftery (ECM), Patricia Dillard, Mejgan Afshan, Laura Lothian

La Mesa special elections for council seat commences on Nov. 2

by Eugènie Budnik, Staff Writer
October 27, 2021
Gameplay screenshot of Far Cry 6 and the cute puppys name is Chorizo.

‘Far Cry 6’ is not a far cry from political revolutions of today

by Eugènie Budnik, Staff Writer
October 20, 2021
Food Studies class on a field trip to Mount Hope Community Garden in Southeast San Diego.

Food Studies minor added to fall 2021 curriculum

by Eugènie Budnik, Contributor
October 7, 2021
The Native Resource Center at SDSU opened virtually last school year. This year they are operating in person, spreading awareness and providing support.

Students honor Native lives lost in residential schools, ‘There are still more children that need to be found’

by Eugenie Budnik , Staff Writer
October 6, 2021

Climate strikers demand change in front of de la Torre’s office

by Eugènie Budnik , Contributor
September 29, 2021
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