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Why you should be single on Valentine’s Day

Why you should be single on Valentine’s Day

Gayana Parsegova, Why you should be single on Valentine’s Day February 9, 2017

You’re single and ready to mingle: need I say more? I mean really, the world is just your oyster,  and the possibilities are endless! You can only imagine how adventurous your Valentine’s Day is going to be! First of all, you’ll have the opportunity to save a lot of money. Ladies, I’m sure...

Why you should be in a relationship on Valentine's day

Why you should be in a relationship on Valentine’s day

Layda Galvan & Daniel Cabrera, Editor-in-chief & Incredible Boyfriend February 9, 2017

What does Valentine’s Day consist of for a couple?   The typical Valentine's date involves romantic places such as the beach, the park, or a restaurant for dinner, but what makes it special is to have that exclusive lover on this unique day I’d like to call Love. Many will funnel their...

Romantic movies perfect for Valentine's Day

Romantic movies perfect for Valentine’s Day

Lexy Perez, Arts & Entertainment Editor February 9, 2016

Whether you're in a relationship or single, there are a myriad of films ideal to watch on Valentine's Day. There are the romantic films that portray the ultimate love stories that everyone finds themselves pining for, or the films that express the trials and tribulations of love and singleness. Regardless...

A sunset hike around Sunset Cliffs in San Diego is one way to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

How to spend Valentine’s Day for couples and singles

Shannon Gallacher, Assistant Arts & Entertainment Editor February 9, 2016

It seems like as soon as the holiday season ends, Valentine’s Day preparation beings. Some stroll the store aisles planning a romantic gesture for their significant other, while others walk past the aisle and scoff with disgust. Whether you’re single or committed this Valentine’s Day, here...

Who cares about relationships?

Who cares about relationships?

Lex Garcia, Assistant Features Editor February 9, 2016

All singles know that Feb. 14 is the day that makes us cringe. The idea of all those couples cuddling and kissing --­­ Yuck! Even when I was in a relationship I never celebrated Valentine's Day. So, what did I do? Whatever I wanted. In my head, Valentine’s Day is Treat-­Myself­-to­-Whatever-­I-­Want...

The importance of loving yourself

The importance of loving yourself

Lexy Perez, Arts & Entertainment Editor February 9, 2016

It's that time of the year when stores, social media posts and advertisements remind us that it is Valentine’s Day. While Valentine's Day can be a special day to celebrate with your significant other, would it be a ludicrous idea to have a "Love Yourself Day?" A Love Yourself Day would remind...

Being single on Valentine’s does not mean you have to spend it alone.

How to survive Valentine’s Day: A single’s guide

Kat Diltz, Staff Writer February 9, 2016

Being single doesn’t mean you have to be miserable on Valentine’s Day. As someone who is single more often than not, I have accepted the fact that until I am in a serious relationship, I obviously won’t be participating in the traditional Valentine’s Day customs. However, that doesn’t...

Students, Jaciel, Damon & Adara laugh over a meal together in the USU dining hall.

Show kindness to everyone on Valentine’s day

Tiffany Trent, Opinion Editor February 9, 2016

Valentine’s Day is all about love. So in the spirit of this day, I suggest that we all make an effort to love others. Doing small things for others can go a long way in showing that you care. Give your mom a hug. Tell your dad you love him. Let your significant other know how much he or she means...

How to woo your significant other on Valentine’s Day

Alejandro Picasso, Assistant Opinion Editor February 9, 2016

Valentine's day is one of the most exciting and anxiety filled days of the year. Many people feel pressure from the big day and aren’t quite sure what they should do for their significant other. It can be quite a challenge to come up with the perfect date, but ladies and gentlemen, I have got you...

Seasonal loneliness: The Valentine’s naming dilemma

Seasonal loneliness: The Valentine’s naming dilemma

February 5, 2015

By Will McCurdy Assistant to the Editor-in-Chief Single’s Awareness Day. To some it’s a rallying cry, others are apathetic and still more consider it, with a snort of derision, as the preferred term with a cynical lens directed toward a day celebrating a celibate Christian martyr. Valentine’s...

Why Valentine’s Day is day to celebrate, not stress

Why Valentine’s Day is day to celebrate, not stress

February 5, 2015

By Lexy Perez Arts and Entertainment Assistant  Attention to all you hopeless romantics, Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. Whether you’re in a relationship or choosing to dub that Saturday as “Single Awareness Day,” it’s the one day that people tend to stress over more than Christmas. This...

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