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
Bella Ross

Bella Ross, Editor in Chief

Bella Ross is an SDSU senior double majoring in journalism and political science. She started working at The Daily Aztec in the news section in Fall 2017 and started to make videos for the newspaper in the Spring. She also works as an intern for Voice of San Diego and does some freelance work. In the past, she's worked at KPBS, inewsource and The San Diego Union-Tribune. She is hoping to report on national politics for a large newspaper one day. Follow her on Twitter @BellaMayaRoss.

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Senior Farewell: Bella Ross

Senior Farewell: Bella Ross

by Bella Ross, Editor in Chief
May 15, 2020
SDSU students begin receiving CARES Act disbursements

SDSU students begin receiving CARES Act disbursements

by Bella Ross and Katelynn Robinson
May 8, 2020
Signs outside of a construction zone by the SDSU Gateway Center warn about the dangers of COVID-19 and how to stay safe.

[Photo] $130 million in projects suspended at SDSU to mitigate impacts of coronavirus

by Kaitlyn Little, News Editor
May 7, 2020
CSU Chancellor Timothy White said earlier this month that the only refunds students would be getting would be for parking, meal plans and residence halls.

Students sue CSU over lack of refunds for mandatory campus fees

by Cal State Student Wire and Bella Ross
April 30, 2020
San Diego State’s Engineering and Interdisciplinary Sciences Complex recently earned its LEED Gold certification.

Some departments unable to apply credit/no credit courses toward graduation requirements

by Bella Ross, Editor in Chief
April 29, 2020
Data: Freshmen, transfer graduation rates at SDSU among highest in CSU system

Data: Freshmen, transfer graduation rates at SDSU among highest in CSU system

by Bella Ross and Cal State Student Wire
April 17, 2020
SDSU extends deadline for withdrawing from courses, offers limited credit/no credit option

SDSU extends deadline for withdrawing from courses, offers limited credit/no credit option

by Bella Ross, Editor in Chief
April 15, 2020
Diplo is one of the many artists on Instagram who is partaking in live shows online amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

[Photo] Music industry moves online with livestreams, fundraisers

by Johann Derek Oribello, Senior Staff Writer
April 14, 2020
Brenden Tuccinardi will serve as The Daily Aztec's editor in chief for the 2020-2021 school year.

Blog: Brenden Tuccinardi named editor in chief for 2020-21

by Bella Ross, Editor in Chief
April 8, 2020
Candidates from Serve SDSYOU and SDSU 2020 Vision set up signs outside Hepner Hall as part of their campaigns, despite the campus being largely empty as a result of COVID-19.

[Photo] The Daily Aztec endorses Christian Holt for A.S. president, members from both slates for other positions

by The Editorial Board
March 24, 2020
A.S. presidential candidate Christian Holt ran for executive vice president last year and lost. He is now reusing his previous campaign account for his new slate, putting SDSU 2020 Vision hundreds of followers ahead of Serve SDSYOU.

SDSU 2020 Vision recycles old Instagram account, putting them hundreds of followers ahead of competitors

by Bella Ross, Editor in Chief
March 22, 2020
San Diego State will no longer host in-person courses due to coronavirus concerns, although online learning is set to continue for the remainder of the semester.

Everything we currently know about the coronavirus at SDSU

by Bella Ross, Editor in Chief
March 18, 2020
San Diego State will no longer host in-person courses due to coronavirus concerns, although online learning is set to continue for the remainder of the semester.

San Diego State freshmen move out of campus housing in mid-March amid the onset of the coronavirus pandemic.

[Photo] Students remember chaos, uncertainty of coronavirus dorm closures last year

March 17, 2021
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[Photo] SDSU employee tests positive for COVID-19, all events canceled for rest of semester

March 24, 2020
Just a few days before SDSU shut down most campus operations, students practiced social distancing at the Starbucks in the student union. The location had about half the tables it normally would in an attempt to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

[Photo] Opinion: Health should be our main concern, not productivity

March 24, 2020
group of graduates holding diploma

CSU: Commencement ceremonies to be postponed, virtual platforms adopted system-wide

by Bella Ross, Editor in Chief
March 17, 2020
Non-essential campus workers asked to stop coming to work, library closes indefinitely

Non-essential campus workers asked to stop coming to work, library closes indefinitely

by Bella Ross, Editor in Chief
March 17, 2020
SDSU to go online-only starting Friday, cancels most events until April 8

SDSU to go online-only starting Friday, cancels most events until April 8

by Bella Ross, Editor in Chief
March 12, 2020
SDSU suspends all spring break, summer study abroad programs to prevent coronavirus spread

SDSU suspends all spring break, summer study abroad programs to prevent coronavirus spread

by Bella Ross, Editor in Chief
March 9, 2020
Jan. 18th, 2020 - San Diego Women's March

[Photo] We still need feminism to enact social change

by Catherine Van Weele, Opinion Editor
January 22, 2020
New details come forth about investigation into death of SDSU freshman

New details come forth about investigation into death of SDSU freshman

by Kaitlyn Little and Bella Ross
January 20, 2020
People across San Diego show up to the march, along with groups like Planned Parenthood and pro-reproductive and LGBTQIA+ rights organizations.

[Photo] Fourth annual Women’s March takes place in Downtown San Diego

by Jack Molmud and Camryn McCrary
January 18, 2020
Released photo of the man suspected of inappropriately exposing himself in a campus parking lot on Dec. 14.

Police searching for man suspected of indecent exposure on campus

by Bella Ross, Editor in Chief
December 16, 2019
Students, faculty members, teachers, parents and other supporters took to California campuses and streets March 2010 to protest fee increases and funding cuts.

Top SDSU stories of the 2010s

by Bella Ross, Editor in Chief
December 11, 2019
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.

University announces members of task forces to investigate alcohol, student safety

by Michael Cline and Bella Ross
November 27, 2019
Residents of Aztec Corner have turned to the internet to petition living conditions and long maintenance repair times.

[Photo] Aztec Corner residents blast student housing, maintenance for ‘god awful conditions’

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Engagement Editor
November 19, 2019
A firetruck drives along Campanile walkway around 1 p.m. on Nov. 12 during a campus power outage.

[Photo] Power outage occurs across San Diego, SDSU classes canceled

by Kaitlyn Little, News Editor
November 12, 2019
All 14 IFC-affiliated fraternities suspended following incident at chapter party

All 14 IFC-affiliated fraternities suspended following incident at chapter party

by Michael Cline, Bella Ross, and Kaitlyn Little
November 8, 2019
A screenshot of the College Republicans Twitter page, a key part of the organization's rebrand.

College Republicans lean into right-wing rebrand in return to campus

by Bella Ross and Brenden Tuccinardi
October 30, 2019
Bombero sofoca incendio de maleza al este del campus y causó evacuaciones.

Brush fire near SDSU sparks road closure, apartment evacuations

by Bella Ross, Editor in Chief
September 15, 2019
Some science labs and offices remain open in the Professional Studies and Fine Arts building at San Diego State University as renovations continue, July 25, 2019.

SDSU put students, faculty in harm’s way when construction project went awry, records show

by Bella Ross, Editor in Chief
August 26, 2019

[Video] Hundreds march to protest migrant detention centers in San Ysidro

July 12, 2019
The PSFA building on the west end of campus will shut down temporarily on March 13 after fumes from construction on the roof reportedly caused some faculty members to become sick.

PSFA to reopen next week, could see another two years of improvements

by Bella Ross, Editor in Chief
May 23, 2019
Women's Resource Center issues campus-wide apology after sharing 'disrespectful' pro-Palestine photo

Women’s Resource Center issues campus-wide apology after sharing ‘disrespectful’ pro-Palestine photo

by Bella Ross, News Editor
May 16, 2019
Year in review: Meningitis outbreak, Greek life suspensions, racism on campus

Year in review: Meningitis outbreak, Greek life suspensions, racism on campus

by Bella Ross, News Editor
May 8, 2019
El Alma: Letter from the editor

El Alma: Letter from the editor

by Bella Ross, News Editor
May 8, 2019
Carley Fischer, the lead singer of San Diego punk band Creature Culture, performing at the Che Cafe on April 19.

[Video] Local San Diego music scene gets a taste of cancel culture

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Staff Writer
May 8, 2019
PSFA debacle prompts de la Torre to improve university communications

PSFA debacle prompts de la Torre to improve university communications

by Bella Ross, News Editor
May 1, 2019

[Video] NFL draft prospect from SDSU accused of emotional, physical abuse

by Bella Ross, News Editor
April 24, 2019
Speech, language and hearing sciences freshmen Ashley Vanderpan and Serena Godson share a meal at Plant Power, including an avocado wrap and a burger.

[Photo] Plant Power attracts over 1,100 customers on first day of business

by Olivia Li, Staff Writer
April 17, 2019
Students line up for meningitis vaccinations outside of Viejas Arena on Oct. 8 after this year's first meningitis scare.

‘Probable case’ of meningitis reported after Greek life events, clinics scheduled for this week

by Bella Ross, News Editor
April 17, 2019
The Black Resource center experienced a break-in sometime between Friday, April 12 and Sunday morning.

Police investigating vandalism at Black Resource Center

by Bella Ross, News Editor
April 14, 2019
President Adela de la Torre addresses Viejas Arena, filled with university community members, at her inauguration on April 11.

Adela de la Torre’s inauguration focuses on fostering curiosity, courage and compassion

by Bella Ross, News Editor
April 11, 2019
San Diego State President Adela de la Torre walks toward guests after a flag raising ceremony in June 2018.

Preview: President Adela de la Torre’s inauguration planned for April 11

by Bella Ross, News Editor
April 10, 2019

SDSU says communication about PSFA odor issues was a ‘failure,’ building to remain closed

by Bella Ross, News Editor
April 9, 2019
Students pass the College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts building at San Diego State University on March 28, 2019. The building was closed from odors because of roofing repairs.

Health concerns, complaints over noxious fumes prompt action by SDSU president

by Brad Racino, Lauren J. Mapp, and Bella Ross
April 3, 2019
A student passes the College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts building at San Diego State on March 28, 2019. The building was closed from odors because of roofing repairs.

Noxious odors sickened students, staff at SDSU; county air authorities investigating

by Brad Racino, Bella Ross, and Lauren J. Mapp
April 2, 2019
A student placed post-it with words of support on a wooden board in the student union on March 25.

Muslim students stand in solidarity with victims of New Zealand shooting

by Bella Ross, News Editor
March 27, 2019
The PSFA building was closed temporarily on March 13 after roof construction resulted in an odor throughout the building. Some faculty members said this odor resulted in health symptoms such as sore throats, itchy eyes, nausea and headaches. Fans were placed throughout the building in an effort to reduce the odor.

PSFA remains closed due to odor issues, but roof repairs completed

by Bella Ross, News Editor
March 22, 2019
Presidential candidates Mariya Nadberezhna and Christian Onwuka debate in Montezuma Hall on Wednesday, March 20. The debates were moved out of the Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union due to inclement weather.

A.S. presidential candidates face off in last day of debates

by Bella Ross, News Editor
March 21, 2019
A.S. vice president of financial affairs candidate Dustin Adkins.

A.S. vice president of financial affairs candidate Dustin Adkins

by Bella Ross, News Editor
March 20, 2019
College View Estates is one of many neighborhoods surrounding SDSU where students tend to rent single-family homes to live in with roommates.

[Photo] How to navigate the world of off-campus housing

by Daniel Guerrero, Staff Writer
March 13, 2019
The campus flower stand has transitioned ownership to become SDSU Flowers.

[Photo] Campus flower stand under new ownership

by Aretha Matsushima, Staff Writer
March 13, 2019
The PSFA building on the west end of campus will shut down temporarily on March 13 after fumes from construction on the roof reportedly caused some faculty members to become sick.

PSFA building set to shut down temporarily after construction fumes led faculty members to fall ill

by Bella Ross and Lauren J. Mapp
March 12, 2019
Members of MEChA de SDSU gathered outside Arts and Letters on March 6 to rally in solidarity with poor students.

[Photo] MEChA rally leads University Senate to consider economic factors in admissions, extend Compact for Success program

by Johann Derek Oribello, Staff Writer
March 13, 2019
Student Success Specialist for PSFA Renee Rodriguez-Merino works in a temporary office space on the fourth floor of Adams Humanities after dangerous fumes in the PSFA building have deemed the area unsafe for faculty.

[Photo] Dangerous fumes force faculty out of PSFA building

by David Santillan, Assistant News Editor
March 6, 2019
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[Photo] The sophomore housing application process, explained

by Gian Matteo Sacchetti, Staff Writer
March 6, 2019
Rillo Moons reacts to the sound of a racial slur being shouted at the Black Resource Center on campus in a video posted to their Twitter.

Viral video captures racial slur being shouted at SDSU’s Black Resource Center

by Bella Ross, News Editor
March 4, 2019
Official rendering of San Diego State's plans for the SDCCU Stadium site.

SDSU and city of San Diego announce Mission Valley project negotiating teams

by Bella Ross, News Editor
March 4, 2019
Rendering of the SDSU Innovation District in Mission Valley.

Voice of San Diego files suit against SDSU

by Bella Ross, News Editor
February 27, 2019
The Halal Shack is set to replace Dickey's in East Commons by fall 2019.

[Photo] New halal-certified restaurant to open in East Commons

by Nakia Richardson, Staff Writer
February 20, 2019
Students can go to the circulation desk at the Malcom A. Love Library to check out textbooks from Course Reserves.

[Photo] Long-underutilized Course Reserves give students opportunity to save on textbooks

by Brenden Tuccinardi, Staff Writer
February 20, 2019
The university agreed to lease the apartment complex to accommodate more than 600 sophomores starting fall 2019.

[Photo] University takes over Aztec Corner for sophomore housing

by Olivia Li, Staff Writer
February 20, 2019
Plant Power, which is set to replace The Den next year, features an all-vegan menu with items such as hamburgers and shakes.

[Photo] Vegan fast food restaurant set to replace The Den in spring 2020

by Johann Derek Oribello, Staff Writer
February 13, 2019
Senior Jenny Moinard competes during the Aztecs 4-0 win over Cal Poly on Feb. 10 at the Aztec Tennis Center.

[Photo] Women’s tennis dominates during 4-0 shutout over Cal Poly

by Brett Pickler, Staff Writer
February 10, 2019
Junior Fabian Roensdorf competes during the Aztecs 4-3 loss to Northern Arizona on Feb. 10 at the Aztec Tennis Center.

[Photo] Men’s tennis drops close match to Northern Arizona

by Tayza Than, Staff Writer
February 10, 2019
The Den closed over winter break and will soon undergo construction to become Plant Power, a vegan fast food restaurant.

[Photo] The Den, Culinary Kitchen shut down over winter break

by Aretha Matsushima, Staff Writer
February 6, 2019
Vending machines will begin accepting OneCards as payment starting this semester.

[Photo] Campus vending machines now accepting OneCards as payment

by Aretha Matsushima, Staff Writer
January 30, 2019
Thousands met up in downtown San Diego on Jan. 19 to participate in the third annual Women's March.

[Photo] Thousands take to streets for third annual Women’s March

by David Santillan, Assistant News Editor
January 23, 2019
Economics professor Joseph Sabia's college blog has him in trouble, even leading the U.S. House Committee on Education and the Workforce to cancel a hearing he was set to testify at this afternoon.

Professor accused of writing sexist, homophobic blog posts in his college years

by Bella Ross, News Editor
December 12, 2018
This semester marks President Adela de la Torre's first in the position.

Fall 2018: The semester in review

by David Santillan, Bella Ross, and Abraham Jewett
December 12, 2018
Border Angels Outreach Coordinator Leticia Guzman displays a photo of migrants in Tijuana on their first days in the city to a class at San Diego State on Dec. 10.

Border Angels event tackles big issues surrounding migrant caravan

by Bella Ross, News Editor
December 11, 2018
Shake Smart has two locations on campus, one in the Aztec Student Union and one outside of the Aztec Recreation Center.

[Photo] SDSU alumni earn spot on Forbes’ ‘30 Under 30’ list for campus-born company Shake Smart

by Sofia Bert, Senior Staff Writer
December 5, 2018
The Refugee Holiday Fundraiser will take place on Wednesday, Dec. 5 from 5 to 7:30 p.m.

Preview: School of Public Affairs collecting supplies, monetary donations for Central American migrants

by Bella Ross, News Editor
December 3, 2018
Students had the opportunity to enroll for CalFresh in the student union as part of a Nov. 14 event.

[Photo] Students enroll in food assistance program as part of university’s effort to reduce food insecurity on campus

by Daniel Guerrero, Staff Writer
November 21, 2018
San Diego State's Sigma Phi Epsilon chapter house on Nov. 14.

Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity, Alpha Phi sorority placed on interim suspension

by Bella Ross, News Editor
November 14, 2018
Ofo bikes are often found damaged around campus, something Associated Students Sustainability Commissioner Cassie Weinberg said has contributed to the end of the university's partnership with the company.

[Photo] SDSU ends pilot partnership with Ofo

by Kaitlyn Little, Staff Writer
November 7, 2018
San Diego City and County administrative building.

Everything important that happened in Tuesday’s election

by Bella Ross, News Editor
November 7, 2018
A rendering of SDSU's proposal for a new stadium in Mission Valley. The university on Thursday announced it had awarded a $250 million contract to Clark Construction for building a new stadium at the SDCCU Stadium site, which a November referendum authorized the city to sell to SDSU.

SDSU West claims final victory over SoccerCity in fight for SDCCU Stadium site

by Bella Ross, News Editor
November 7, 2018
Democrat Susan Davis will face off against Republican Morgan Murtaugh for a house seat in California's 53rd congressional district in the Nov. 6 midterm elections.

Susan Davis seeks tenth term in California’s 53rd congressional district

by Bella Ross, News Editor
November 5, 2018
Gubernatorial candidate Gavin Newsom speaking during a "bus stop" rally on Nov. 2 at San Diego State.

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gavin Newsom stops by SDSU ahead of midterm elections

by Bella Ross, News Editor
November 3, 2018
Photo courtesy of WikiMedia Commons

Breaking down the ballot: What Measure G and Measure E could mean for the SDCCU Stadium site

by Bella Ross and David Santillan
November 3, 2018
Casi 2 millones de votantes se registraron en el condado de San Diego durante las elecciones presidenciales de 2020.

San Diego’s 2018 ballot, explained

by Bella Ross, Michelle Turner, Lauren J. Mapp, Johann Derek Oribello, and Kaitlyn Little
October 31, 2018

Campus vigil honors those killed in Pittsburgh synagogue shooting

by Bella Ross and Sofia Bert
October 30, 2018
A vehicle flipped into a ditch near campus during an accident on Oct. 28.

Car careens into ditch near campus

by Bella Ross, News Editor
October 28, 2018
Two robberies hit College Area within hours of each other

Two robberies hit College Area within hours of each other

by Bella Ross, News Editor
October 28, 2018
Sigma Nu was removed from campus by their national chapter after confirmed violations to the chapter's alcohol policy.

Sigma Nu fraternity ousted from campus by national chapter

by Bella Ross, News Editor
October 23, 2018
CSU Chancellor Timothy White visited SDSU on Oct. 17 and 18 to discuss the Graduation Initiative 2025.

CSU chancellor visits SDSU to discuss graduation initiative goals

by Bella Ross, News Editor
October 19, 2018
Former interim President Sally Roush addresses the press to express her support for the SDSU West initiative.

[Photo] San Diego leaders gather to endorse SDSU West initiative

by David Santillan, Assistant News Editor
October 16, 2018
Fraternity members attend the lecture "Good Greek, Better Neighbor" on Sept. 28.

Social moratorium events bring prospect of culture change from fraternities

by Bella Ross, News Editor
October 10, 2018
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