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Venice Jingco

Venice Jingco, A&E Editor

Hello, I’m Venice and this is my third year writing for the newspaper! I spend most of my time in the A&E section and I love drawing cartoons.
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Hello, I’m Venice! After four years of designing games with my classmates, winning FBLA awards, and watching my art business dreams spring to life, I finally find myself standing at the peak of it all. But I’m not at the summit yet; I’ve decided to intertwine my profession and passion by pursuing a bachelors in Graphic Design at UNLV, and I aim to raise the bar of the industry through my avant-garde ideas and works.

During my time at SWCTA, Journalism has always been a constant I could depend on no matter the circumstances. From where I’ve begun as a quiet freshman, to myself as a senior ready to graduate—I realize that Journalism has granted me everything I could’ve dreamed of and more. From this point onwards, I’ll never stop finding new ways to challenge myself. For that, I have C122 to thank.

Hello, I’m Venice! After four years of designing games with my classmates, winning FBLA awards, and watching my art business dreams spring to life, I finally find myself standing at the peak of it all....

Elon in a Husk

Elon in a Husk

Venice Jingco, A&E Editor
April 2, 2025
Despite not being an elected official, Elon Musk was entrusted with a significant role in the government under the Trump Administration.
 Education is a privilege that students always grumble about. Instead of focusing solely on the negative aspects, it is better to realize how lucky students are to have an education.

[Photo] Appreciate the Privilege of Education

November 4, 2024

Education is a privilege that students always grumble about. Instead of focusing solely on the negative aspects, it is better to realize how lucky students are to have an education.

In the past few months, Korean makeup brand Tirtir has expanded their shade range for their Mask Fit Red Cushion Foundation to include thirty different colors, a large expansion from the three that were previously offered.

[Photo] K-Beauty is Made for Koreans

Kailie Sicolo, News Editor
October 22, 2024

In the past few months, Korean makeup brand Tirtir has expanded their shade range for their Mask Fit Red Cushion Foundation to include thirty different colors, a large expansion from the three that were...

Trumpinocchio

Trumpinocchio

Venice Jingco, A&E Editor
October 8, 2024
Like the classic tale of Pinocchio trapped by the whale—former President Donald Trump was fact-checked multiple times during his debate with Vice President Kamala Harris. At certain points, Harris effectively targeted Trump with jabs at his rallies, distracting him from answering.
In a world of varying cultures and lifestyles, America shines as a melting pot of ideas and viewpoints, but divides begin when viewpoints differ so much that individuals can’t see the other side’s argument. According to a 2024 Ipsos survey, “81% of Americans say America is more divided than united.”  “I think when you consider urban areas where you’re a lot closer to people and surrounded by so many people, everyone is constantly changing their values,” senior Chris Nikolic said. “But if you’re living in a very confined area, you don’t really see that many people so you’re staying in the same bubble rather than like [Las Vegas] where a lot of people come and visit, so you always experience new lifestyles. ”

[Photo] Urban vs Rural: Breaching the Gap

Ava Torres, Feature’s Editor
September 18, 2024

In a world of varying cultures and lifestyles, America shines as a melting pot of ideas and viewpoints, but divides begin when viewpoints differ so much that individuals can’t see the other side’s...

Looks That Could Kill

Looks That Could Kill

Venice Jingco, Staff writer
April 9, 2024
Resurfacing on TikTok under the guise of beauty hacks, Looksmaxxing claims improve complexion and figure through brutal methods of beautifying. These range from using chewing gum to define the jawline, to forcefully reconstructing the facial structure with a hammer.