Author Archives | Edward Henderson

Celebration of life: Leukemia survivor’s story

The walk from my car to the North Park Lions Club on the evening of Saturday, Nov. 10 was accompanied by the unusually brisk chill of San Diego fall. Daylight savings had just begun its routine of pulling a cloak of darkness over the sun earlier than usual—prompting many North Park residents to stay inside. [...]

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Five rules to survive black friday madness

Black Friday and a zombie apocalypse have a lot in common. While zombies scour the earth with the sole purpose of devouring human flesh, crazed deal hunters exhibit the same level of determination toward their purpose—buying as many discounted items their bank accounts allow.

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Dubbing with the demons

Monster Bash inspired some interesting costumes. A well-constructed party bot with flashing lights made an appearance and a realistic Predator lurked around the party, drawing many picture requests.

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Romney’s war wish

Mitt Romney and his campaign saw the attack as an opportunity to turn a national tragedy into a partisan issue.

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ROTC cadet inspired to lead

San Diego State ROTC Cadet David Jensen was in the seventh grade enjoying breakfast at his grandmother’s house when she drew his attention to live news broadcasts of the 9/11 attacks.

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Future leader is poised to make an impact

“I had a little bit of a culture shock,” Polk said. “I knew I would I would miss my friends and some of those bonds would be broken.”

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book artwork courtesy of Wilge Fortis/USA

LGBTQ author aims to inspire

San Diego State social work graduate student Zander Keig may have a promising literary career ahead of him.

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Beware rooms with boyfriend infestations. Katie Foster, Staff Photographer

Some monsters live above the bed

Terrifying transformations like these are all too familiar when San Diego State students reminisce about horrible roommate experiences.

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Alumna Antwanisha Alameen speaking in Storm Hall. | Peter Kluch, senior staff photographer

Alumna lectures about Igbo women

San Diego State’s Department of Africana Studies hosted the final spring installment of its 40th anniversary lecture series Monday in Storm Hall.

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Professor Wendy Shapiro stands in front of posters of her own work, setting an example for students seeking careers in the graphic design field. | Dustin Michelson, staff photographer

Prof draws students with passion for design

The moment before registering for classes can evoke a variety of emotions among students.

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Drink, dine and be serenaded at Martinis Above Fourth. | Antonio Zaragoza, photo editor

MA4 takes it shaken, not stirred

With budget cuts and tuition hikes burning holes in college students’ wallets comparable to those in the ozone layer, Martinis Above Fourth blends entertainment and affordable happy hour specials that are sure to raise spirits in every sense of the word.

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SDSU student Mark Jones has developed a workout routine for all by incorporating active dance moves and versatile jams from a live disc jockey. / Edward Henderson, Senior Staff Writer

OneFitJam! shakes up humdrum routine

Dance and drill workouts such as CrossFit, P90X and Zumba have undoubtedly become some of the hottest trends in contemporary fitness.

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