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A couple living in Linda Vista for half a decade talk about combatting stereotypes of the neighborhood and continuing its traditions. An Impact Linda Vista Initiative Story.  Student Producers: Renee Chavez, Carleen Syth, and Eliot Weintraub.

Linda Vista rent prices are a struggle between resident affordability and landlords' drive for profit. An Impact Linda Vista Initiative Story.  Student Producers: Leah Drost, Luna Labelle and Gabriella Schram. 

As a 22-year old single mother of two, professor Evelyn Diaz Cruz looks for work without a college education. Theme: Big Moves Student Producer: Nia Brooks

In an effort to impress her family, Caitlyn Crepault struggles with coming to terms with her own sexuality. Theme: Out

No question drives seniors crazy like “what are your plans for after college”? Soon-to-be-graduates express their anxieties with entering the adult world post-grad.  Student Producer: Anna Amsberry & Kade Schmitz

Theatre professor Soroya Rowley shares her journey with conforming - and defying - unspoken shaving rules. Theme: Out Student Producer: Amulya Maddali

After shadowing doctors in the emergency room, student Jennifer DeSantis uncovers that witnessing death is more complex than what is shown in TV shows. Theme: Clash

After struggling with love, Dr. Corey Barnes gets a surprise from his mother on Valentine’s day. Theme: Roast

There are always two sides to every story, and students get both perspectives of the feud between student Charlie Young and the club ANSWER. Student Producer: Chase Fryfogle, Molly Lindsey, and Ryan Gentry

Student Alex Deddeh tells her grandmother a final goodbye. Theme: Unexpected

Sophomore Brandt Jager talks about the odd expectations of being raised by two dads and for reconnecting with his birth mother. Theme: Clash Student Producer: Lily Yates

Colleen Moser finds three heart beats instead of one.  Student Producer: Mark Moser

Paulette Carter is diagnosed with terminal cancer when pregnant with her first child and must decide who to save, herself or her child.  Student Producer: Gaines Carter

Padre fans discuss the ups-and-downs of supporting a notoriously bad baseball team.  Student Producer: Anderson Haigler

On an unexpected visit to an Indian temple, Rev. Lark Stephenson Diaz reignites her spiritual flame. Theme: The End Student Producer: Lily Rand

In the hustle and bustle of life, Alyson Ma leans on her faith in times of uncertainty. Theme: Faith Student Producer: Lily Rand

A nightly bedtime story from her grandmother reminds Amulya Maddali that it is never too late to be a better than the person you were yesterday. Theme: Culture & Folklore Student Producer: Lily Rand

Dr. Vidya Nadkarni discovers southern hospitality - and frog legs - for the first time. Theme: First Student Producers: Daryan Gomez and Lily Yates

Asst. Adjunct Musical Theatre Professor Ryan Scrimger recounts a profound train trip. Theme: Out Student Producers: Daryan Gomez and Noah Pallmeyer

Mitzi Smith recounts her experience dealing with a director in a theatrical production. Theme: Roast Student Producer: Noah Pallmeyer

Annabel Gong recounts growing up with, and into, her Asian-American identity. Theme: Present Student Producer: Lily Yates

USD Student Shane Davis shares the story surrounding the loss of his father. Theme: Present Student Producer: Noah Pallmeyer

Born in the Philippines, Director of Student Support Services Ryan Jumamil feels the pressure to create an inauthentic image. Theme: Bang Student Producers: Daryan Gomez and Lily Yates

Kelsey Schultz, USD Career Counselor, reflects on the first career decision of her own. Theme: First Student Producers: Amulya Maddali and Noah Pallmeyer

Dr. Tiffany Stewart recalls her educational journey plagued by issues of being a minority, yet eased by the support of her grandparents. Theme: Present Student Producer: Noah Pallmeyer