Southwest Shadow

Learning to welcome change

Vinh Tran
November 10, 2017

I recently moved to a totally new environment and I’m struggling to call my new home, home.

The risks of commitment

Vinh Tran
October 30, 2017

Commitment is a double-edged sword, there are numerous high risks and high rewards that come from following up on responsibilities.

SATIRE: Las Vegas, in dire need of sports teams

Vinh Tran
October 17, 2017

With only the Raiders and the Golden Knights as the only major sports teams, Las Vegas needs to step their game up.

PRO/CON: Sitting down for what you believe in

Vinh Tran
October 1, 2017

Colin Kaepernick's refusal to stand for the National Anthem sparked outrage. Though, it isn't justified.

Drugs: localized toxicity

Vinh Tran
September 22, 2017

The opioid crisis has become more of an issue in Nevada.

Opportunities: to take or not to take

Vinh Tran
September 16, 2017

Should one take every opportunity that appears before them? Are some things worth the risk?

SATIRE: The old world is ending, prepare for the apocalypse

Vinh Tran
September 7, 2017

With Hurricane Irma and Jose in the way, you know what that means. Nuclear apocalypse! Here’s how I imagine human life in the next couple of weeks.

The influence of music

Vinh Tran
September 1, 2017

I’ve looked up to my favorite artists growing up, even now I still consider musicians my inspiration.

Are we moving too fast?

Vinh Tran
August 24, 2017

Some may say life moves too fast, I, on the contrary, think life moves at a terribly slow pace. The wait between having your hand held and finally living your own life is too long to handle.

A daily dose

Vinh Tran
May 25, 2017

Depression is something some of us have experienced, yet a handful of teens continue to stay quiet.

Split! Five bands I miss seeing onstage

Vinh Tran
May 15, 2017

Five bands that I would like to see get back together

Is there anything to celebrate on World Press Freedom Day?

Vinh Tran
May 5, 2017

World Press Freedom Day is more important now than ever due to the dangers freedom of speech faces today.