Saturn Salama, Assistant Arts and Entertainment Editor
• December 6, 2024
As Cal State San Marcos' “Motherf**ker With the Hat” production approached its debut, Director and Professor Shaun Heard shared his thoughts on bringing Stephen Adly Guirgis’ bold play to life. As a professional actor, theatre professor, and former CSUSM student, Heard reflected on the challenges...
Social media can lead you to music that resonates on a deeper level, that feels both familiar and new. For me, that discovery was Demxntia, an artist I stumbled upon thanks to TikTok. Blending R&B, alternative rock, and hip-hop, his music combines an underground edge with emotional depth, reflecting...
On Thursday November 21, CSUSM Women’s Basketball took to the Sports Center to host the St. Martin’s Saints for their home opener. The light crowd started to fill in after tip-off, but the CSUSM Cheer team filled the gym with their support for the team.
From the start, it was clear that...
The CSU Employees Union student workers delivered a petition, consisting of 4,000 signatures, to President Neufeldt’s office on Tuesday to express their frustrations with California State University leadership. The CSUEU represents over 35,000 student workers and career staff across the CSU system....
“Wicked”, the long-anticipated movie adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical, has surpassed all expectations. As someone lucky enough to watch the pre-release, I can confidently say “Wicked” is worth the wait. Few characters in pop culture have undergone a transformation as dramatic as the...
Since it broke ground last May, the milpa has created a surprising amount of attention through word of mouth alone.
Dr. Erika Diaz Almeyda, who directs the project, conceived of the milpa with Ethnic Studies professor Dr. Garzo-Montalvo. “Wouldn’t this be like the perfect place to do a milpa,”...
The Old Globe kicked off its 2024 Globe for All Tour with a lively, free production of Shakespeare’s “As You Like It,” directed by Emil Weinstein. The production is touring San Diego County and Tijuana as part of the Old Globe’s annual effort to bring Shakespeare to underserved communities. The...
Donald Trump has secured a second, non-consecutive term as president of the United States, defeating Vice-President Kamala Harris. His victory came after crucial wins in battleground states like Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin, granting him the support necessary to reclaim the White House.
Trump...
Last weekend, CSUSM hosted a few matches at the Sports Center. Looking to make a statement at home, Men’s Basketball and Volleyball both gave CSUSM fans great games.
On Friday November 8, 2024, CSUSM Men’s Basketball hosted their home opener against Biola at 12:00 p.m. As the game started...
After a seven-year hiatus, G-Dragon, the King of K-pop, makes a return with his new single, "POWER," released on October 31, 2024. This marks his first solo project since 2017 and the beginning of a new chapter under the independent label EMPIRE.
In his signature style, G-Dragon immerses himself...
Tomorrow is Election Day, a moment that underscores one of the most ethically significant choices citizens face.
As we approach this critical election, the conversation around voting is more vital than ever. In a democracy, the act of voting is not just a right; it is a profound responsibility that...
A 'No Human is Illegal' protest, led by the Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano de Aztlán (MEChA) and the Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP), took place at Kellogg Library Circle on October 24. The protest directly addressed recent displays by the CSUSM Republicans student organization, whose signage...
