UCSD Guardian

The UCSD Guardian is the independent student newspaper at the University of California, San Diego, created by UCSD students for the campus community. It reaches thousands of readers each week through both its print edition and its website at www.ucsdguardian.org. During the academic year, we publish a print version every Monday, except during Summer Sessions, University holidays, and final exam weeks. Our student-run department operates independently, relying on revenue from advertising to fund its activities.

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DISREGUARDIAN: Research budget cuts affect UCSD publications

3 weeks ago | ucsdguardian.org | Sydney McDonald

Editor’s note: The following is a satirical article for The DisreGuardian, a series of articles published annually for The Guardian’s April Fool’s issue. Features will resume publishing normal content next week. NIH lost funding;research cut down. UCSD research impacted. Only three wordsin each line. Trump emphasizes efficiencyin a quote. “No more research,”Trump said curtly. DEI, transgender researchboth impacted first. Word count next.
Innocent until proven guilty, unless you’re Blake Lively

1 month ago | ucsdguardian.org | Cindy Chen

He said, she said — then, the internet decided. On Dec. 21, 2024, actress Blake Lively filed a 80-page lawsuit accusing “It Ends With Us” co-star and director Justin Baldoni of sexual harassment and inappropriate conduct on set. She alleged that Baldoni improvised kissing scenes, made explicit comments about her body, and pressured her into filming intimate moments that were not in the original script. Yet, despite substantial evidence and near-unanimous support from the cast, she was disbelieved.
Live DJs, La Jolla, and the existential spiral of senior year – The UCSD Guardian

2 months ago | ucsdguardian.org | Julio Canimo

It was a typical Thursday night of doomscrolling on TikTok in bed to pass the time — an easy thing to do on most nights, since I have a light course load this quarter. I waded through the vast content sea, sailing through its open waters, encountering wild beasts of all kinds, like restaurant reviews...
The public should not glorify Luigi Mangione’s actions

2 months ago | ucsdguardian.org | Cindy Chen

An eye for an eye. You reap what you sow. And now: “Frankly, these parasites simply had it coming.” On Dec. 4, 2024, Luigi Mangione allegedly shot and killed Brian Thompson, former CEO of UnitedHealthcare. The public’s reaction was swift — not shock, not sorrow, but something closer to vindication.
Pandora Forum redefines classical studies

Dec 1, 2024 | ucsdguardian.org | Sydney McDonald

One spring day last year, now-fourth-year Iris Harshaw and a group of her friends at UC San Diego formed Pandora Forum to discuss their shared interests in classical Greek and Roman history. More than a year later, the club has expanded and built an inclusive community for students in the classical studies major and beyond who are interested in classical studies. Pandora Forum is a space to examine the issues of classical studies and create camaraderie among students with similar interests.
A&E’s weekly song pick: Ryan Beatty’s “Evergreen”

Nov 25, 2024 | ucsdguardian.org | Thi Tran

Ryan Beatty’s “Evergreen” off his experimental synthpop album, “Dreaming of David” combines whimsical harmonies with hard-hitting lyricism about longing to rekindle past connections. Beatty’s unique use of vocal modulations and layered production allows for a transcendent listening experience that is comforting and enthralling at the same time. This era of Beatty’s music is reminiscent of his work with boy band BROCKHAMPTON. Beatty’s music is like chicken noodle soup for the gay soul.
Walkers for Knockers at the Susan G. Koman 3-day: Fighting breast cancer one step at a time

Nov 20, 2024 | ucsdguardian.org | Rachel O’Sullivan

A pink wave swept through San Diego with the commencement of the annual Susan G. Koman 3-Day Walk to end breast cancer in Del Mar on Nov. 15. Participants walked 60 miles over three days to reach the heart of Downtown San Diego, raising a total of $6.4 million. These funds will go toward funding research, patient care, financial assistance to people undergoing treatment, and working with lawmakers to make healthcare accessible for all.
Tyler, the Creator comes clean in “Chromakopia”

Nov 19, 2024 | ucsdguardian.org | Yamile Peel

On Oct. 28, Tyler, the Creator released his seventh album, “Chromakopia.” His new album delves into ideas of fatherhood, privacy, and fulfillment while incorporating sonic aspects of rap, R&B, and jazz with his signature sounds. “Chromakopia” kicks off on a strong note with “St. Chroma,” featuring Daniel Caesar.
Messi’s early playoff exit has implications for San Diego

Nov 18, 2024 | ucsdguardian.org | Senji Torrey

Ever since joining MLS last season, Inter Miami CF’s Lionel Messi has effectively become the face of the league’s news cycle. From grocery store excursions to teammate reunions, the media frenzy has often focused more on off-field activities than those on the pitch. To simplify this mess, here are the two most recent need-to-know tidbits about the soccer star, and the implications that could reverberate to San Diego. Messi might leave.
Restaurant Review: Flama Llama

Nov 11, 2024 | ucsdguardian.org | Jonathan Z. Zhang

San Diego’s Convoy food strip is renowned for its Asian cuisine, but one restaurant deviates from this status quo: Flama Llama. It specializes in Chifa food, a Chinese Peruvian culinary tradition that intertwines Cantonese elements with Peruvian ingredients. Not to be missed by its massive kawaii-style llama logo, this distinctive establishment is the brainchild of Chef Franklin Chou-Chan, who is responsible for neighboring hotspots Formoosa and Steamy Piggy.