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San Diego State University is currently ranked No. 109 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. SDSU recently achieved Research 1 status after meeting the necessary criteria. Photo courtesy of Creative Commons from Stuart Seeger.
San Diego State University reaches Research 1 status
Jessie Chen, Staff Writer • March 18, 2025
The towering skyscrapers of Shanghai, China rise behind Kimi Lu (10) as he smiles in front of the Oriental Pearl TV Tower. The photo was taken the summer before he moved to the United States. Photo courtesy of Kimi Lu.
A whole near world, oceans away
Claire Zhou, Staff Writer • March 10, 2025

Below blinking skyscrapers, the streets of Beijing are crowded by businessmen pacing on phone calls, food stalls steaming with sesame aromas...

While students go through the standard four year cycle in high school, others choose to step into the next part of their lives early. Summer Brandt (11) and Samantha Herman (12) were among those who chose to graduate early.
A flock ahead
February 24, 2025
Surrounded by laughter and energy, the California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo swim and diving team radiates pure joy, celebrating their accomplishments. On March 7, the Mustangs cut the men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams, effective immediately. Photo courtesy of Eyasu B.
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo swimming and diving team cut, effective immediately
Viki Kiss, Staff Writer • March 18, 2025

The sound of the final ring lingers through the natatorium. But this time, it wasn't signaling the end of a race — it was signaling the end of an era. For the athletes of the California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo swimming and diving...

Ruby Julien-Newsom (12), March female Athlete of the Month, stands triumphant as the referee presents her as the winner. At the CIF State Championship on Feb. 6, Julien-Newsom was ranked the No. 2 wrestler in the state and No. 22 in the country. Photo courtesy of Ruby Julien-Newsom.
Athlete of the Month: Ruby Julien-Newsom
Joy Ma, Assistant Editor-in-Chief, Longform
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San Diego State University is currently ranked No. 109 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. SDSU recently achieved Research 1 status after meeting the necessary criteria. Photo courtesy of Creative Commons from Stuart Seeger.
San Diego State University reaches Research 1 status
Jessie Chen, Staff Writer • March 18, 2025
The school's band and orchestra gather for a photo in front of the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. Along with their annual trip to Disneyland Park, the groups performed at the Forum Music Festival at Biola University this past weekend. Photo courtesy of Mila Keres.
Band and Orchestra attend Forum Musical Festival
Mari Kradjian, Staff Writer • March 18, 2025
Pelly's Mini Golf is located in Del Mar. Reporter competed against a Torrey Pines golf athlete for this segment. Photo courtesy of William Pawson.
Video: Falcons try: Pelly’s Mini Golf
Falcon Vision Staff, Producers • March 18, 2025
Annual Winter American Red Cross Blood Drive
Annual Winter American Red Cross Blood Drive
Makaylah Gerling, Editor-in-Chief • March 17, 2025
This PSA focuses on the impact women have in sports. Reporters interviewed females in varsity sports across campus. Photo courtesy of Portia Perry.
Video: Women in sports PSA
Falcon Vision Staff, Producers • March 17, 2025
In this month's episode, hosts interview Santiago Bosch about the business of his golf career. Bosch started considering golf as a future career at 6 years old.
High School Side Hustles Podcast, Episode 3: Business of golf
Daniel McKie and Antonio Mazo February 26, 2025
A&E
"$ome $exy $ongs 4 U" comprises collaboration between Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR that serves as an homage to the artists' homes in Toronto, Canada. The album was released on Feb. 14. Photo Courtesy of Spotify.
Album Review: ‘$ome $exy $ongs 4 U’
Kai Strzelecki, Staff Writer • March 6, 2025

With a slower tempo and an introspective tone “$ome $exy $ongs 4 U” by two famous Canadian artists, Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR is not the usual...

Actors Sevey Morten (11), Raisa Tuerxun (12) and Nolan Greer (12) perform 'It's Not About Me,' a number where Dee Dee Allen and her crew attempt to promote themselves amongst the school under the guise of supporting the protagonist's, Emma's, plight. 'The Prom' held its last showing on March 1. Photo courtesy of Sevey Morten.
TP Players presents ‘The Prom’
Cass Love, Staff Writer • March 5, 2025

“It’s a story with a lot of heart.”  At least, that is what I was told about “The Prom,” the winter play put on by the TP Players...

Gabrielle Gonzales (12) reads her Book of Common Prayer, gifted during her Confirmation. The book guided her spiritual practice and set intention for her days.
Personal Perspective: Gabrielle Gonzales
Gabrielle Gonzales, Opinion Editor • March 11, 2025

At my desk, I am an academic. At Poods and Prince, I am a skateboarder. At The End, I am a chronic vintage lover. At Verbatim Books and Folk...

Social media platform X is shifting right under Elon Musk's ownership. What could this have meant for the future of online platforms, unbiased information, and interactions with one another?
Conservative media takeover
Joanne Liu, Staff Writer • March 4, 2025

How does a tech-savvy, genius entrepreneur and owner of a spacecraft company end up as the head of the United States Department of Government...

Pelly's Mini Golf is located in Del Mar. Reporter competed against a Torrey Pines golf athlete for this segment. Photo courtesy of William Pawson.
Video: Falcons try: Pelly’s Mini Golf
Falcon Vision Staff, Producers • March 18, 2025

In this week's episode, reporters head to Pelly's Mini Golf in Del Mar, where they compete against a Torrey Pines golfer. This segment aired...

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