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STUDENT HEALTH: College access initiative adjusts to virtual format USC TO MANDATE The program began offering imagine [we have been] helping our VACCINATIONS families who might not be comfort- additional resources to their able on a computer, who might nev- students and families. er have been on a computer, teaching By EMMETT FUCHS them now how to access these weekly Student Health Beat Reporter By JENNA PETERSON sessions,” Zarate said. With 48.9% of the total United Staff Writer The inequities expand beyond the States population having received classroom as well. Over the course of at least one vaccination dose and USC’s Leslie and William the past year, the initiative shifted to positivity rates decreasing, USC McMorrow Neighborhood Academic provide personal needs, like food and is hoping for a normal return to Initiative is one of many organizations clothes, for their students’ and fami- campus in the fall, Chief Health that had to adapt to a virtual platform lies’, even more than before the pan- Officer Dr. Sarah Van Orman during the onset of the coronavirus demic. said in a student media briefing pandemic. The program focuses on “When COVID hit, some of the Friday. However, uncertainty re- creating a pathway to college for first needs in the community just looked generation students and has helped mains around what that full re- much different,” Rodriguez said. turn to campus will look like, in- over 1,000 students since its founda- “They were exasperated … because of tion 24 years ago. For a majority of cluding whether or not students lack of employment, having to quar- will be required to wear masks in these students and their families, the antine, all of these things.” shift to online programs posed a new communal areas, such as dining Kim Thomas-Barrios, associate halls and classrooms. challenge, as many face unstable in- senior vice president of educational ternet connection in their homes or “People want to know, am I partnerships at NAI, said that in the going to have to wear the mask have difficulties with technological last year, NAI has likely helped pay literacy. … in the dining hall, am I going for more funerals than in the past 20 to have to wear the mask in the Ivonne Rodriguez, a project spe- years. cialist at NAI who works directly with classroom,” Van Orman said. “We “We’ve had families who were com- don’t know exactly yet. Probably families, observed these problems pletely overrun by [the coronavirus], first hand. She said that circumstanc- not, but there still will be some where everyone was sick,” Thomas- places where people wear masks.” es, such as living in multi-generational Barrios said. “We had some parents households where students may have While the Centers for Disease who have passed away, many of whom Control and Prevention recently difficulties finding a space to speak were breadwinners because they were about themselves or their personal issued guidance that fully vacci- in the front lines and essential work- nated people do not need to wear beliefs freely in their home, can pose ers.” challenges for students’ academic suc- masks except where required by Despite the hardships, Thomas- federal, state and local laws, in- cess in a virtual setting. Barrios is grateful that the initiative’s “We ask, sometimes, for students cluding in places such as public students have enough trust in the peo- transportation and local busi- and families to turn on their camer- ple in the program to seek their help in Emma Detrick | Daily Trojan as,” Rodriguez said. “Then you real- nesses, Los Angeles County will the midst of troubling circumstances. require masks indoors, citing ize that the only space they have to do “It is our duty and our honor to be “We’ve always had really tight com- comes … invention,” Thomas-Barrios that is a little corner, or in a garage or munication with our constituents, but said. “[The pandemic] has made us re- guidance from state health offi- able to hold hands with these fami- cials, until June 15 Following cur- outside if they are able to get a connec- lies in such a trusted fashion so that since the pandemic struck, we’ve been ally think deeper about how we can tion.” far more involved in what’s happen- automate some of the functions of an rent L.A. County guidelines, USC we’re able to really ensure that these has not lifted the campus mask Families are also required to take students are able to stay in the college ing, making sure that our families and online Saturday Academy program, part in the program. They must at- students have their needs met, what- while keeping the same kind of in-per- mandate for vaccinated people. pathway,” Thomas-Barrios said. However, once the County chang- tend eight Family Development The pandemic also inspired NAI ever needs we can support,” Zarate son feel.” Institute sessions, where members of said. “We’ve been able to step in, and Additional changes and services es its restrictions, USC’s guide- to strengthen their partnership with lines are likely to follow. the initiative teach family members the School of Social Work. In addi- we’ve really inserted ourselves into are likely to be implemented through- ways to create a healthy learning en- what’s going on.” out the coming years, Zarate said, “We always have the option to tion to previously established coun- be more strict than the county vironment in their home for their stu- seling services, the social work team The transition toward greater tech- even as NAI prepares for an eventual dents. Lizette Zarate, program direc- nology use also prompted NAI to cre- return to in-person learning. and the state. We never have the launched initiatives such as “Wellness option to be less strict than the tor at NAI, calls the transition of this Wednesdays,” where students receive ate an app for students and families. “We know [next year] will look dif- program to Zoom a “culture shock” Now, each student can register for ferent in some aspects,” Zarate said. county or the state,” Van Orman self-improvement tips through social said. “Those guidelines are really for many in the community the initia- media. The team also created a book programming on their mobile device “We’re okay with that because … we’ve tive serves. and easily find the Zoom link they had so many lessons this year that will based on the local conditions. We club and an additional support group don’t know for sure, but it’s like- “Even our parent component for both middle and high school stu- need in one place. allow us to be nimble to whatever lim- moved over to Zoom so you can “Out of adversity or necessity itations are presented to us.” ly we would follow those. I think dents. mask wearing will be more re- stricted to certain very high-risk areas.” Van Orman also said that vac- cinations will be required for all students, faculty and staff, bar- Class finds hidden stories of local businesses ring religious or medical exemp- tions, once the vaccine receives resources. This year, Kim instructed different ways that people connect to tell stories that people may not know Students worked with local full approval from the Food and her students to focus their projects on place and how, really dissecting the much about. Drug Administration, which will legacy businesses to preserve L.A. legacy businesses — businesses physical landscape, through the lens “Being in public policy … we don’t likely occur “as early as the sec- Los Angeles culture. that have been part of the city’s cul- of stories and visuals and data analy- really get to do things that center sto- ond half of this year in the late ture for decades. sis, can give us a better understanding ries and people in this type of way, summer or early fall,” according By MELISA CABELLO- “Culture often is embodied in the of what’s in a place and what makes it and then that gets to put together a to CNBC. If the vaccines remain CUAHUTLE small businesses,” Kim said. “A lot special to people,” Mulcahy said. product that’s pretty cool and cre- Staff Writer of times, people weren’t thinking Mulcahy did her project for the ative,” Gill said. “Just getting the ex- at their current emergency use When Annette Kim, associate of these businesses as culture bear- course on Little Tokyo, highlighting perience to put something together authorization statuses, students professor of public policy, began see- ers, but I think as they started be- its history and identity. She said that that’s a little bit unique, and hopeful- will be required to either receive ing lease and closing signs displayed ing threatened, especially during the the projects are centered around peo- ly tells a story [people] may not know get vaccinated or decline the vac- at local businesses, she was inspired pandemic, people felt it would be a ple’s voices, their personal experienc- that much about … It’s cool to get to cine, regardless of medical or re- to work with her students to pre- huge loss for the city. It’s part of what es and the history of the project’s cho- kind of share a little bit about that sto- ligious reasons, Van Orman said. serve legacy businesses in certain Los gives it its distinctive identities and sen neighborhood. ry.” “You are required to either Angeles neighborhoods like Little so, the culture became supporting “The project is all about getting Gill did his project on historical be vaccinated or decline, so you Tokyo and historically Black Santa legacy businesses.” to know people and getting to know Black Santa Monica. When people can’t just do nothing. You have Monica. Kim’s proposed solution to this a community that you’re not in,” think of Santa Monica, he said they to go in and complete the active Every year, Kim teaches the problem was to make these business- Mulcahy said. “It’s also hard too be- think of the beach, shopping and the declination form,” Van Orman “Urban Spatial Ethnography and es “more legible and easier to find, and cause it’s about people’s stories and arts but not necessarily that there said. “Right now, it does not have Critical Cartography” course in the [to] create content to show their val- the cultural significance of these used to be a “really thriving Black to be a religious exemption. If Sol Price School of Public Policy. In ue.” With this, she hopes that more places, and then figuring out how to community” there. they move to FDA approval, … the class, students partner with com- people will want to visit them. tie that to policy solutions is also dif- According to Kim, there was a our current policy is that [those munity-based organizations and city For Lindsay Mulcahy, a gradu- ficult.” greater emphasis on archival re- individuals who have declina- departments to create projects to as- ate student studying heritage con- Anthony Gill, a 2021 graduate with search and data analysis this year tions] would be asked to either sist with cultural asset mapping, or servation and urban planning, Kim’s a master’s degree in public policy, said than in previous ones. In previous be get vaccinated at that point or collecting and analyzing information course was special. that, for him, one of the best parts of years, Kim encouraged her students then submit a request to receive to describe a community’s cultural “[The course] was really all about taking the course was being able to | see BUSINESS, page 2 | | see HEALTH, page 2 |

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| continued from page 1 | | continued from page 1 | a formal medical or religious ex- to visit the places they were research- emption.” ing and to talk to people in person, The University also plans to both of which were not possible dur- launch communication efforts to ing the pandemic. However, this limi- encourage students to get vacci- tation provided new outcomes for the nated and create plans to vacci- students’ projects, as it drove them to nate international students who dig deeper into the history of the ar- have not received vaccinations in eas they were working in. their home countries, Van Orman “Surprisingly, I think we had some said. of our best projects,” Kim said. “I’ve To combat vaccine hesitan- heard I have a reputation that this is cy among students, Van Orman a hard class. I asked a lot, but the stu- said the University looks to have dents usually rise to the occasion and meetings with small groups of do amazing things.” hesitant students, faculty and According to Caelan Rafferty, a staff to address and discuss con- 2021 graduate with a master’s degree cerns about the vaccine. They in urban planning, instead of explor- also plan to create individual- ing the urban environment and in- ized outreach for students who teracting with the community in per- are more hesitant to receive the son, this year’s projects had to use vaccine. previously made research, providing Van Orman said she hopes a “deeper understanding” of prior re- that the USC community can search. achieve a 90% vaccination rate Rafferty also did his project on and greatly decrease the odds of Broadway business districts in Black community spread. Santa Monica, although he faced dif- “It’s really difficult for a virus ficulties finding information on Black to spread if nine out of 10 people businesses. it bumps into won’t be impacted “It was really rewarding to be in by it,” she said. Professor Kim’s class and to have Van Orman also emphasized the different perspectives as we were that some are unable to receive looking into alternative histories be- the vaccine because of legiti- cause it was focused on histories and mate medical or religious rea- Simon Park | Daily Trojan narratives that are not generally re- sons, making vaccine passports USC plans to implement communication efforts to encourage students to get their vaccinations. corded,” Rafferty said. — digital or paper proof that Kim said she hopes her course will someone has been vaccinated we would say you can’t do some- a very safe environment.” looking better and better, which teach students to get creative and — to acquire entry into certain thing unless you’re vaccinated,” Even as countries around the is really very exciting, and we gather data that they need to under- events and buildings on campus Van Orman said. “We want our world continue to face devastat- continue to see the absolute dev- stand different places. unlikely, even after the vaccines community to either be fully vac- ing outbreaks, Van Orman said astation that’s been happening in “I think it’s been helpful for [mar- are fully approved by the FDA. cinated or regularly tested, and that USC is “on a cusp of coming parts of the world where we don’t ginalized groups and communi- However, unvaccinated students if we have a high level of vacci- back together” as vaccines have have good vaccine rates, such as ty based organizations] to see those will be required to be tested fre- nation — 80 to 90% — and those proved “stunningly effective and India, and it’s really heartbreak- communities valued, and put extra quently. unvaccinated individuals are en- safe.” ing, so it’s really a great chance attention on,” Kim said. “Because a “As a university, it’s unlikely gaged in regular testing, those “We’re always glad to talk to for us to get back to normal,” lot of times, that data can misrepre- two things together really create people, but these vaccines are Van Orman said. sent them.” PAGEO 3 | Wednesday,pini May 26, 2021 | WWW.DAILYTROJAN.COM/OPINIONon It’s time to put SJACS on trial

Taking a closer look at these life-changing accusations on a whim with complete disregard as USC’s disciplinary authority to how it might affect their students. reveals a corrupt system. Due to the nonexistent threshold of evidence, there have been cases By GRACE SHAN where more than one-third of a class Staff Writer is sent to SJACS. USC Student Judicial Affairs and Following these accusations of Community Standards is responsi- academic dishonesty, involved stu- ble for upholding USC’s standards dents became understandably wor- of behavior and integrity through ried. SJACS only adds to this stress disciplinary action. Standards in- further by not communicating with clude academic violations, such as students. Although it is University plagiarism, and non-academic vio- policy for the professor to tell the lations, such as hazing. In a survey students about the situation before sent out by the Daily Trojan, 31 stu- sending it to SJACS, many do not. dents shared their personal experi- Therefore, many students do not ence with SJACS regarding academ- even know what they are accused ic violations. These responses come of for months. In Fall 2020, one stu- from all years and a variety of class- dent sent dozens of emails to SJACS es, showing a prominent pattern of and the professor asking to see the concerning behavior by the insti- accusation report to no avail. To this day, months later, the student tution. This alarming sample of re- Daily Trojan stock photo sponses warrants a closer look at only knows the details of his accu- sation from other students involved. The Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standardsdeals with violations such as plagiarism SJACS’ practices. and hazing but cases can take upto one year to be resolved leaving students in a clueless limbo. Unlike the United States justice Students are forced to go through system, SJACS requires no threshold the SJACS process blind with no sup- with months of no communication through this process. low-income students with no way of evidence for a trial. Professors have port from the school. is completely unfair. SJACS is no better during the ac- to attend USC. Students consider- the power to make accusations with Many are stuck in this clueless Due to the severity of the conse- tual trials either. Not only is there ing medical, law or graduate school little to no evidence. For example, in limbo for a very long time as SJACS quences and the long wait, many stu- no evidence required for an ac- are also hit hard. Many students’ Fall 2020, students were accused of cases can take up to a year. Besides dents are put under chronic stress — cusation, but there is also no ev- academic careers are ruined from cheating simply because they picked mental health consequences, these the prolonged and constant feeling idence needed to find students these groundless verdicts. a multiple choice answer that could long waits also have practical conse- of stress that often leads to mental guilty. Instead of requiring profes- SJACS claims to uphold the have been found on Google. quences. For instance, if the class in and physical pain. Living every day in sors to prove a student’s guilt, stu- Trojan values and integrity through Some professors, who do not take question is a prerequisite, students constant fear for nine months is det- dents are required to prove their in- disciplinary action. With students SJACS reports seriously, make ac- cannot plan their next semester rimental to one’s mental health. The nocence. SJACS automatically sees going through months-long extreme cusations without much ground. without a verdict. Some classes are severe isolation, lack of support and students as villains, and it is the mental health crises from baseless In Spring 2021, one student talk- also required for internal transfers lack of communication involved in the students’ responsibility to overturn accusations, SJACS has failed tre- ed to his professor after being ac- to other USC schools. If the class in SJACS process lead to anxiety attacks that. Evidence to prove innocence mendously in its responsibility as a cused of cheating and cleared all question is needed for transfer, stu- and suicidal thoughts. Many wake up is extremely hard to attain, lead- member of the Trojan family. issues directly with the professor. dents may not know their admission each morning with anxiety and go to ing to many innocent students be- SJACS, your actions have been However, two days later, the profes- decision for many months. Students sleep crying. Due to the sheer length ing found guilty. The consequences evaluated and a verdict has been sor said he no longer believed the do not know what their major is, of the wait, many students cannot en- of these baseless verdicts go be- reached: you do not fit the Trojan student and would file a report with what classes they should take or joy their summer vacation. No one — yond failing a class. Failing a class standards of integrity and we de- SJACS. Professors are able to make what career path they can pursue without a verdict. Leaving students guilty or innocent — deserves to go may affect financial aid, leaving mand a revolution of your practices. Now is a good time to love your COVID people

cover some reflections and lessons This life lesson also speaks to out of life, whether in terms of opportunity. Meet new people and Lois learned by actual older adults I the nature of the pandemic now relationships or self-improvements. be open to the changes that come have met throughout my life. As that we are pushing onto a year Maybe you took what was probably your way. While you may have Angelo someone who lacked cookie tins and three months of quarantine. a well-needed social media break, missed out on high school or early filled with knitting supplies or days Many of us may have lost those considering that it always feels like college experiences, now is truly BACK IN MY spent with grandparents growing friends, partners or family a new problem pops up with every the time to make up some lost DAY up, I often recommend going out to members set to don graduation refresh. Maybe you just stopped ground. Explore campus for what work or volunteer with older people robes in what was a tumultuous and watched the whole thing go it’s worth, and enjoy being in the ith summer rounding (socially distanced with the right and traumatic time in our lives. down. While now may seem like presence of newfound friends and the corner, it’s always precautions, of course) and learn A return to ‘normalcy’ for some the time to figure out what is going classmates. Wa pleasure to continue something new. begins this summer, and for others, to happen moving forward, do not We all have a little bit of catching the conversation as we progress “Make the best out of the fam- that return may take a while to forget those who got you through up to do, that’s for sure. So make the toward the in-person situation. ily you [have] because you’ll only come around. However, the nature the whole mess in the first place best out of the time you have left as To preface, this column primarily realize what you miss once you’ve of the post-pandemic restoration — the friends, partners and family a Trojan because before you know it, revolved around older adults and lost them.” gives us an opportunity to heal members. you may already be up on the stage how ageist perspectives inherently Today’s tidbit of advice comes and grow from a period of loss and For the folks making their receiving your diploma. degrade our understanding and in from an older woman who I met grief. This opportunity absolutely return to campus in the Fall I hope that you, the inquisitive appreciation for the aging process. three years ago during commu- calls for us to truly appreciate what after spending only a handful of reader, will join in on this We covered topics from careers nity service rounds in my senior remains in our lives today. months on the stomping grounds, masterclass of advice from people in the aging field to how ageism year of high school. Given that she Maybe the pandemic gave remember the relationships you who have truly lived through it all. affects our media consumption was speaking pre-pandemic, her you an opportunity to reflect on had when you first started out. habits and everything in between. words also speak to the nature of friendships and see who really Also, know that it is totally OK to Lois Angelo is a rising junior writing But, as cool, relevant and hip as it graduation, seeing friends, part- stood by you when the world cry after not seeing your friends for about the timeless lessons learned is to talk about a variety of topics ners or family members leave sa- screeched to a halt. Maybe the a whole year. Go nuts. from older adults. He is also co- relating to older adults, my column cred Trojan ground for professional pandemic provided you time For the new folks, enjoy chief copy editor of the Daily Trojan will be switching things up to endeavors. to figure out what you wanted the campus when given the

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Political Playlist aims to bring effort to expose users to voices from together the next generation both sides of the aisle. “We want it all to be objective, we of political leaders. didn’t want to be like a scientist be- hind the scenes,” Musky-Goldwyn By JADE BOLTON said. “We wanted ... you to put in your Staff Writer answers, and there’s a math problem solving that as opposed to like the In an ever-evolving political cli- three of us … handpicking anything.” mate, it can often be intimidating for The second component is a podcast young voters to seek out appropriate that allows audiences to delve into sources for political news. the intersectionality of politics and Enter Political Playlist, a new way discover what they care about. for young voters to learn more about “This more kind of culturally fo- young politicians fighting for issues cused conversation series is very spe- they are passionate about. cifically generated by what we find “We hope that the experience interesting and it’s much more curat- is one of discovery,” said Michael ed,“ Musky-Goldwyn said. “To sort of Kristoff. “That you get your playlist give that discovery access point for [and] you are discovering people people to say like, ‘Hey are you inter- that you’re not reading about in ested in fashion, we’re going to talk to mainstream news sources and what a stylist about fashion in politics or, we’re seeing on TV.” you know, are you interested in, tech, Learning about politics in a safe we’re going to talk to someone who space can make a massive difference does like tech in politics and so just in forming one’s opinion, and Political kind of finding those, those connect- Photo courtesy of Lyndsey Miller Playlist brings the next generation of ing points, I think is more the point Founded by alumni, Political Playlist’s personalized features allows users to seek out political news young voters and politicians together of the chat.” and discover young politicians based on the issues they care about. through non-partisan conversations. Although new, Political Playlist The founding members of Political has hosted many notable guests in tanks, so that helped sort of solidify a and I started going out to dinner af- understand how connected we all Playlist, USC alumni Anthony politics and other sectors includ- lot of the political landscape,” Barkett ter every exam session,” Kristoff said. are to politics, even if we previously Barkett, Anna Musky-Goldwyn and ing Congresswoman Sara Jacobs notes. “It was kind of through those like fun, might have not thought that,” Musky- Michael Kristoff, are a real example and CEO of the nonprofit organiza- Gary Glass, a former professor lively, engaging conversations that is Goldwyn said. “You ask anyone who of the power of the Trojan Family. tion Thirst Project, Seth Maxwell. of International Relations who led sort of what sparked me to join these went on unemployment, it’s like, ‘Oh, While these three did not know one Additionally, the group was nominat- Problems Without Passports, added guys with one of the plan was to kind of so you should pay attention to poli- another as students, they immedi- ed for a Webby Award alongside the that the success of his program was create, how do we create a place where tics right because like you’re getting ately connected upon meeting due to White House for the best government largely due to younger generations fac- people can feel like it’s a fun, lively din- an unemployment check, maybe for their shared USC degree and mutual and civil innovation website. ing the futility of partisan gridlock. ner to go to and talk about politics.” the first time in your life.’” interest in politics. It wasn’t long after Each member attributes their “[Barkett] is smart, creative, Due to the pandemic, the in-per- At its heart, the mission of when they founded Political Playlist. deep passion for politics to their ex- insightful and was always very son group conversations have been Political Playlist is to provide a safe Political Playlist is a website service periences at USC, both in and out of involved in national politics,” said put on hold. Political Playlist still space to learn more about political is- that offers two unique experiences. the classroom. Professor of International Relations hosts virtual conversations through sues without feeling reprimanded for An algorithmic tool on their website For example, founding member Steven Lamy. “He was one of those their social media platforms and current opinions. allows users to create their own 2012 alumnus Barkett, a business ad- students who was interesting to hopes to transition these into real-life “I think the message is [that] you “political playlist” by taking a survey ministration major and International talk with and who [knew] who was conversations. In fact, the pandem- don’t have to change or sacrifice to gauge which political issues they Relations minor, engrossed him- running the country.” ic offered a unique opportunity for your beliefs to learn about what’s out are passionate about. Based on self in foreign policy through an For fellow founding member a people to realize the intersectionali- there,” Musky-Goldwyn said. “And those results, participants are sent immersive experience with the USC alumnus Kristoff, his time at ty between politics and daily life, said that educating yourself doesn’t mean an emailed newsletter with updates International Relations program, USC became more involved with Musky-Goldwyn. that you’re becoming a different per- from young politicians, under 45, Problems Without Passports. learning about politics. “I think that from the sort of mis- son or that you’re, you know, like be- working on said issues. Since the “[The program] gave you a menu “My political discovery began at sion of what we’re doing, it helps, traying the people that you care about group is non-partisan, it makes an and DC was Capitol Hill, NGOs, think USC when four other friends of mine because I think it made people or the things that you care about.” RECAP: Billboard Music Awards takes steps to normalcy The 2021 Billboard Music Awards returned seven months later to showcase another successful and innovative year of music.

By NAYEON RYU after being unfairly deprived of a with “Dynamite,” beating out with a lightning mash-up of her noted how this was his first time single Grammy nomination this fierce competition from Cardi B’s most iconic songs, including “So being invited to a big stage, de- Staff Writer year. He ultimately took home the “WAP” and Megan Thee Stallion’s What,” “Just Give Me a Reason” spite releasing his first mixtape Only seven months after the biggest win of the night for Top “Savage.” The song also beat The and “Get the Party Started.” 15 years ago. British rock band 2020 Billboard Music Awards Artist. Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights,” P!nk became the 10th artist to Glass Animals, too, performed at were postponed, the annual award The performances resumed which later won Top 100 Song. receive the Icon Award, while the the BBMAs for the first time. show returned Sunday to honor with Twenty One Pilots singing Before the live broadcast, BTS late rapper Pop Smoke won five Huge familiar faces also re- the world’s finest music artists. “Shy Away” from their new album won Top Song Sales Artist and awards, one being Top Billboard turned to the BBMAs. Singer- Hosted by singer-songwriter “Scaled And Icy.” Alicia Keys also Top Duo/Group, which they nar- 200 Album. His mother, Audrey songwriter and rapper Drake re- and actor Nick Jonas, the event sang a special, nostalgic med- rowly missed last year. The sev- Jackson, accepted the award on ceived the Artist of the Decade kicked off with DJ Khaled, H.E.R. ley of some of her biggest hits to en-member group was declared his behalf. award. With 27 wins, he now and Migos performing “We Going celebrate the 20th anniversary Top Social Artist for the fifth Though the BBMAs are usually holds the record for most BBMAs. Crazy,” accompanied by an ex- of her debut album, “Songs in A consecutive year. intended to award top-charting The Jonas Brothers returned to citing fanfare of trumpets. The Minor.” Other performers includ- In addition to winning all four music artists, the 2021 BBMAs perform for the first time since live audience added fuel to the ed pop trio AJR, English band of their nominations, BTS gave a highlighted artists’ important 2019, joined by producer and DJ fire that was the performance. In Duran Duran, Latin singer-song- debut performance of their sec- non-music contributions. Rapper Marshmello, to perform their contrast to last year’s show, a live writer Karol G and Latin rapper ond English song, “Butter,” which and activist Trae tha Truth ac- collaboration “Leave Before You audience was permitted at the Bad Bunny, with the latter win- was released Friday. Unable to cepted the Change Maker Award, Love Me.” They closed out the outdoor venue, following appro- ning four awards, including Top join the venue live, the group still honored for his non-profit orga- night with even more intensity priate coronavirus guidelines. Latin Artist. did “pull [me] in like no other” nization seeking to provide relief with a medley of the JoBros’ hits. Singers Doja Cat and SZA Other artists also took home from South Korea with full cha- for those affected by natural di- Thanks to coronavirus vac- proved themselves as multifacet- major awards. Clad in a stunning risma and charm. The dance was sasters. cines, the 2021 BBMAs more ed artists with their performance golden dress, singer-songwriter as smooth as the song title, ush- Songwriting duo Jimmy Jam closely resembled a “normal” of “Kiss Me More.” Along with Gabby Barrett won Top Country ering groovy choreography of and Terry Lewis sang a tribute spectacle than last year’s event. their stable vocals, the duo dis- Female Artist and Top Country body rolls and glides across the to Minneapolis, a “place that mu- With the presence of a live au- played their dance abilities with Song. 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From vocally and choreographically. ing Barrett three wins out of her joined the roster of performers. livered a moving acapella rendi- Sounds of Blackness to BTS to Following both performances, nine nominations — the most P!nk and her daughter Willow tion of “Optimistic,” a song that Alicia Keys, each dynamic per- singer-songwriter The Weeknd nominations of this year’s female delivered a beautiful aerial dance serves as an anthem for strength. formance shined in their own accepted the night’s first award, artists. Rappers DaBaby and of their mother-daughter duet Many artists made their ways. Though complete normalcy Top 100 Artist. He was nominat- Roddy Ricch’s “Rockstar” was “Cover Me in Sunshine.” P!nk’s BBMAs debuts this year. During for awards shows is yet to be at- ed for 16 categories and won 10 — awarded the Top Rap Song. guitarist then joined her for his acceptance speech for Top tainable, the 2021 BBMAs is one the most of any other nominee — Globally-renowned K-pop “All I Know so Far” before P!nk Rock Artist, singer-songwriter thrilling reminder that music can a well-deserved accomplishment group BTS won Top Selling Song turned the stage upside down and rapper Machine Gun Kelly and should still be celebrated. PAGE 6 May 26, 2021 | WWW.DAILYTROJAN.COM A&E Alumnus uses Hollywood role to empower marginalized communities Actor Tonatiuh Elizarraraz As a professional actor, Tonatiuh Elizarraraz also works as a volunteer understands that these narratives, in organizations that effect change hopes to spark change as well as those who control them, through protests, community through storytelling. can shape the world. outreach programs, and education. “Culture changes much faster “I have worked with Build Power By ENZO LUNA than politics,” Elizarraraz said. “If and Black Lives Matter,” Elizarraraz Staff Writer we can help control the agreements, said. “From being out on the field Tonatiuh Elizarraraz grew up lis- or guide the agreements between us and protesting, helping them with tening to the stories of the people as society, and create a more tolerant their tech aspects, helping anywhere who frequented the beauty salon his and empathetic place that is just for that I’m really needed.” mother worked at. He was constant- everyone, then we can thus reflect Elizarraraz also lends a hand to ly surrounded by people who were that in politics and policy and law.” script writers by posing important eager to talk about themselves, their As an actor, Elizarraraz is a direct questions about the framing of their lives and even their divorces as they participant in the shifting of cul- stories and the way they represent sat back in chairs getting their hair ture. The USC’s School of Dramatic different cultures. Addressing is- done. Arts alumnus has appeared in many sues that range from colorism to ac- Elizarraraz was fascinated. At the film and TV projects, such as two curate on-screen representations of salon, his curiosity often led to his STARZ drama series “Vida,” and communities of color, Elizarraraz mother scolding him for being nosy. “Promised Land” and an ABC pilot helps with the intention of creating At home, he would spend hours de- currently in production. Tonatiuh’s characters that provide more realis- veloping original stories for his toys road to success exemplifies his te- tic representations of communities as he played with them in the bath- nacity and laser focus on his values of color. tub. Consuming stories through of empowering marginalized voic- In addition to giving advice to es. Delving into the business aspect storytellers on developing their sto- television and film also provided Photo courtesy of Susan Gordon of Hollywood, Elizarraraz interned ries into conscious works of art that Elizarraraz insight into how the Tonatiuh Elizarraraz stars in ABC’s upcoming pilot, “Promised Land.” world worked. at a talent agency during his time accurately represent marginalized His interest in the stories of oth- at USC. Following graduation, the communities, Elizarraraz also di- role of Arturo. fiercely loyal, committed friend.” ers, television and film is part of the agency offered Elizarraraz a job, and rectly participates in work that aims “And I just felt with Tona’s deep USC alumna Jamie Lew is an art- reason why he decided to become he set his sights on becoming a part to provide a voice to overlooked com- understanding of L.A. and his af- ist who has created and designed an actor. The other reason isn’t as of the theatre community in Los munities, starring in two short plays filiation with the queer community art installations and theatrical sets heartwarming. Angeles. He hopped from gig to gig, from Chalk Repertory Theatre’s se- here in Los Angeles, he would bring for the likes of rock band Aerosmith “The joy part of [acting] came making friends along the way. ries “Chalk Lines.” so much to the role, and I was not and Disney Music Group. She met from wanting to belong and being All the while, Elizarraraz re- Elizarraraz stars as Arturo in disappointed,” Adams said. “He has Elizarraraz at USC when she saw around other people,” Elizarraraz mained focused on his commit- the play “Mutual Life,” which tells realized Arturo in a way that is such him performing in a play she worked said. “But I guess every story comes ment to storytelling. By not lim- a narrative about the AIDS epidem- a marvel to watch as a playwright.” on as a set designer. Her words of with the dark side, and, to me, a lot iting himself to on-screen roles, ic in 1992 around the historic West Adams lauds Elizarraraz as a praise for Tonatiuh speak volumes of it was I needed to learn to shift my Elizarraraz helps shape pivotal nar- Adams area within Los Angeles. great actor and said he was “not dis- about his character. Lew described behavior and belong as a means of ratives through political work and In “March of Time — Time Warp” appointed” with Elizarraraz’s work him as charming and beautiful, with survival.” conscious storytelling. viewers witness how the city of L.A. in “Mutual Life,” which will be avail- a strong political and moral voice. Elizarraraz was bullied growing “I hope that the stories that I tell has evolved over the course of 150 able for viewing June 19. But, Adams “I’ve learned a lot from him … to up, which led him to seek a sense impacts people in such a way that years from Chinatown all the way to didn’t only sing words of praise for be non judgmental of different expe- of belonging through acting. liberates them,” Elizarraraz said. the Coliseum. Elizarraraz as an actor. He also riences of life,” Lew said. “And to be However, along the way, he never “But I also hope that the stories that Giovanni Adams, the writer of praised him for being a great friend. empathetic of different experiences forgot about his love for storytelling I tell impact people in such a way “Mutual Life,” is an actor, playwright “He has a great laugh, great of life.” and how the world makes sense of that they take action.” and friend of Elizarraraz. Adams sense of humor and a very, very Read the full story at itself through stories and language. Besides focusing on telling said when he was writing the play, sharp wit,” Adams said. “He’s a dailytrojan.com impactful and inspiring stories, he had Elizarraraz in mind for the A&E May 26, 2021 | WWW.DAILYTROJAN.COM PAGE 7

REVIEW ‘Master of None’ subtly masters the art of intimate filmmaking

SERIES leaves the room, the settling down after the music stops playing — is MASTER OF NONE all there. There are two full minutes Genre: Comedy, Drama where we see Alicia just sitting mis- Rating: TV-MA erably at the laundromat while an Release Date: January 15, 2021 obnoxiously loud Latin song plays overhead. These are the moments that make this story seem more au- thentic than your run-of-the-mill romance. It’s not the grand gestures By KIRAN BOURGET that are important but rather the Film Critic small, forgotten details. This review contains spoilers. Although this series of episodes The first two seasons of “Master is titled “Moments in Love,” the two of None” were unlike most success- characters spend more moments ful contemporary shows of its time. out of love than in it. As Denise Episodes dedicated to the stories and Alicia deal with differences of older adults, filmed in black and in career success, miscarriage white and spoken in Italian added and infidelity, the illusion of the to the eccentric and unconventional dancing-while-folding-laundry nature of the show. couple quickly disintegrates. After However, in season three, direc- their separation, the focus shifts tor Aziz Ansari takes both the plot to Alicia as she deals with the and the aesthetic in a whole differ- hardships of trying to get pregnant ent direction. While the first two as a single lesbian woman, and seasons centered on Ansari’s char- Naomi Ackie carries the role with a acter, Dev, as he navigated through quietly gut-wrenching performance romance and his career, the third Photo courtesy of IMDb deserving of a standing ovation. season focuses on Dev’s friend Master of None season three, directed by Aziz Ansari and Alan Yang, stars Lena Waithe and Naomi While this season is drastically Denise (Lena Waithe) and her wife Ackie as they navigate the obstacles of marriage, success, and pregnancy. different from the previous two, its Alicia (Naomi Ackie) as they deal intimacy and genuineness are what with the messy, brutal realities of feels more personal, as though it The decision to shift the focus win as the first African American help make it “Master of None’s” best marriage. was filmed by an uncle obsessed onto Denise and Alicia’s relation- to win the outstanding writing for season yet. Despite a shift in char- It’s hard not to assume that one of with his new camcorder. In the first ship, whether out of necessity or a comedy series category. She has acters and a mostly single-key loca- the reasons for the switch in char- few episodes, the action rarely strays not, proved to be wise and some- since starred in multiple TV shows, tion, this season satisfies the needs acter focus is due to the sexual as- from Denise and Alicia’s stunning, what radical. Relationships between written the critically acclaimed of both hopeless romantics and love sault scandal involving Ansari back antique house, with the narrative Black queer women are still relative- 2019 film “Queen & Slim”, and has skeptics. The indie, rustic vibe also in 2018. However, he was never sub- resting solely on the two characters ly untouched when it comes to film been an outspoken advocate for adds to the quiet beauty that ele- ject to the full cancellation some of as they talk, eat, dance and argue. and television, and yet, across these LGBTQ+ representation. vates this mini-series. In the sea- his peers experienced, and Netflix Dev, the star of the previous two five episodes, their relationship is Part of the beauty and intimacy son’s dying moments, Alicia asks has been more than happy to con- seasons, makes only two brief ap- made to seem beautifully and ex- of this season is how intimate and Denise, “What’s wrong with be- tinue working with him. pearances. We learn that Dev is hav- quisitely unextraordinary. yet unremarkable the story is. ing like everyone else?” To which The genius and beauty of this ing marriage issues and has moved Another reason for this season’s This is real life in its truest form, Denise responds, “Everything.” It is season lie in its subtlety. Due to back into his parent’s house, and success was giving more signifi- accentuated by Ansari’s decision to clear from the start that the reason unique cinematography choices, the obvious hair thinning and gen- cance to the genius that is Lena take his sweet time by switching be- this third season is so remarkably such as the smaller frame size and eral despondency will make viewers Waithe. Waithe has had a rising tween shots. The awkward silenc- touching is due to its pointedly un- the grainy film quality, Season 3 grateful for the shift in characters. profile ever since her historic Emmy es — the 10 seconds after someone remarkable nature.

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| continued from page 12 | their own platforms to control and retirement announcements sports media companies like ESPN, three hats to choose from? There’s a good chance Jones just their own narratives. James creat- that athletes are seizing control NFL Network and The Athletic as All I know is that when athletes laid the blueprint for every other ed Uninterrupted, a brand where over. It’s everything. well as the reporters who work for see how Jones was able to take con- athlete who’s trying to figure out athletes like him can speak direct- Athletes are live-streaming them are going to be made increas- trol of his own narrative and com- how to communicate what they ly to a camera, clarifying any twists themselves playing video games, ingly obsolete if athletes continue bat misinformation, their patience feel without risking their words be- or turning points in their career, casually talking about non-sports to deliver breaking news directly to for “insiders” and the game they ing twisted by the media. without having to ask a reporter to -related topics with fans regular- sports fans. “Insiders” in sports are play is going to diminish, quickly. Pioneered by LeBron James’ na- do it. ly. Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher in the business of getting as many tionally televised free-agency hour- Former New York Yankees Trevor Bauer makes “behind the scoops of information as possible. David Ramirez is a rising senior long special “The Decision” in 2010, shortstop Derek Jeter created “The scenes” vlogs where he thorough- If these scoops stop coming in, seri- writing about the intersection athletes are starting to realize they Players’ Tribune” in 2014, a plat- ly explains his thought process be- ous changes will have to be made to of sports and business. He is can break news themselves. Gone form where athletes write their fore, during and after games. the way these companies operate. also an associate managing are the days where an athlete needs own stories under their own byline. Who wants to listen to a report- How these insiders pivot and re- editor at the Daily Trojan. His a member of the media to get a spe- Kobe Bryant used the Tribune to er vaguely summarize information main relevant will be intriguing. column “Playing for Profit” cific story out there or create a cer- announce his retirement from the when you can hear directly from Will professional athletes start an- runs every other Wednesday. tain narrative in the athlete’s favor. NBA in 2015. Jones, James and Bauer themselves? nouncing their decisions live on Athletes like James are creating It’s not just the free agency, trade The point being made here is ESPN, college-style with a table and Advertise Here! Small space. Big Visibility. For rates: [email protected]

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PAGE S12 | Wednesday,port May 26, 2021 | WWW.DAILYTROJAN.COM/SPORTSs USC Track stars awarded Pac-12 honors post-season Shannon Sharpe Trojan men and women just changed recieved top awards sports journalism after a succesful season. Women’s Track & Field won its By ANTHONY GHARIB third straight Pac-12 champi- David Sports Editor onship earlier this month, and the men’s team finished second. Ramirez They’re also part of teams ranked PLAYING FOR No. 3 going into the NCAA West Preliminary Rounds next month. PROFIT Outside of Terry and Jewett, head coach Caryl Smith Gilbert hannon Sharpe and Julio Jones was named Women’s Coach of could very likely have changed the the Year for the third straight Sway rumors spread in professional year and fifth all-time. Gilbert sports, forever. In case you haven’t has coached the Trojans for eight heard by now, the Atlanta Falcons wide years. During this time, USC has receiver Jones is not happy with the won 15 combined Pac-12 titles franchise. The 10-year NFL veteran has and 75 individual titles in seven spent his entire career in Atlanta, Ga., Pac-12 Championships. but rumors have circulated this entire This year’s women’s team put offseason that Jones is looking to move up 162.5 total points — the third to a championship contender. highest in the program’s Pac-12 With speculation swirling for A prosper- Championship history. months, it seemed as if we’d never really ous Track & Field know what was true, what was false season conclud- Photo courtesy of USC Athletics, Design by: Alyssa Shao and what Jones really wanted. That was ed last week with USC until Shannon Sharpe stepped in. The athletes earning impres- Hall of Fame tight end and current co- sive awards. host of Fox Sports’ “Skip and Shannon: Senior sprinter TeeTee Terry Undisputed” called Jones on-air with was named Women’s Track his co-host Skip Bayless Monday to ask Athlete of the Year and redshirt him if he really wanted to leave Atlanta. senior distance runner Isaiah Eliminating media speculation, Jewett was named Men’s Track leaks from agents and gossip from Athlete of the Year, the confer- team executives, Sharpe spoke directly ence announced last week. place on USC’s to the source in an unedited, unfiltered Terry won the Pac-12 all-time list conversation about Jones’ career plans. 100-meter sprint this season for behind only The conversation was so casual, Sharpe the third time in a row and the I b r a h i m and Jones even joked about ruling out 200-meter dash with a personal Okash with a the Dallas Cowboys as a potential best time of 22.72. She is also time of 1:44.92 destination because Jones wants to a key member of USC’s 4x100- in 1988. “win.” meter relay squad. A class of Jewett be- Cutting out the “middle” man, or 2021 graduate, Terry graduated came the first woman, in these situations can change from USC as one of the greatest Trojan to win how athletes use members of the runners ever. Terry holds the USC the 800-meter media. When an athlete expresses a record in the 100-meter dash dash in back- desire to leave their current team, the and is ninth all-time on USC’s to-back years. information or “scoop” is usually linked outdoor 200-meter dash list. B o t h to a reporter or TV host like Sharpe by Jewett concluded his career by Trojans had any of the numerous parties involved. winning the Pac-12 800-meter ti- i m p e r a t i v e For various reasons, an agent, team tle for the second year in a row roles in out- executive or player could be motivated with a personal record of 1:45.16. standing Pac- to leak rumors of unhappiness to His time moved him into second 12 finishes. the public. The situation itself is not unique. What is unique, however, is Sharpe and Jones’ decision to eliminate the leaks, rumors and inside information and discuss everything on live television. And yes, Jones was Men’s tennis season ends in NCAA quarterfinals absolutely in on this. No producer would allow Sharpe to cold call Jones The Trojans’ 4-3 loss to on air without Jones’ consent. Not only Texas ends their season is it technically illegal in California, at 23-7 overall. but it would ruin Sharpe’s reputation within the community of professional By LACHELLE SMITH athletes. Staff Writer Long story short, Jones decided to use Sharpe’s show to say what he The No. 12 men’s tennis team end- needed to say. Jones publicly said “I’m ed their season Thursday after a out of there,” to Sharpe when he was 4-3 loss to No. 4 Texas in the NCAA asked about potentially staying in Team Championship quarterfinals. Atlanta on the call. It doesn’t get more The Trojans end their 2021 season straightforward than that. with an overall record of 23-7. Jones’ strategy of speaking directly On courts one, two and three, to fans is becoming more common. the Trojans started with their Athletes are fed up with the media’s doubles, which came down to a tendency to escalate situations, take tiebreaker later in the matchups. quotes out of context and chase Sophomore Stefan Dostanic and headlines. Instead of rolling the dice junior Bradley Frye set the tone and giving information to reporters, early for the Trojans as they won who can in turn spin the information their match 6-2. Texas would split any way they choose, athletes are the pair against junior Jake Sands instead creating their own content and and sophomore Ryder Jackson, who delivering their own “scoops.” won 6-4. Now more than ever, athletes Court one was the deciding fac- are at the front of their own stories. tor as the Trojans were up in the set Sharpe’s decision to simply pick until the Longhorns returned and up the phone and speak directly to got the doubles point from a 7-6(4) the source clarified the situation, decision against senior Daniel which allowed Jones to say his Cukierman and redshirt senior side of the story and generated a Riley Smith. massive amount of buzz on social Looking to focus on singles play media. The rumor was addressed, and redeem themselves, USC found confirmed directly and everyone themselves down early. got clarity on the situation. Smith was defeated quickly by David Martinez | Daily Trojan The Trojans before their match against San Diego State. USC finished the season with a close loss to No. 4 Texas. | see TENNIS, page 10 | | see RAMIREZ, page 10 |