Daily Titan | Grad Guide | May 15, 2023

Tu y to receive makeover by 2027

GABRIELA PEREZ ORTA Sta Writer

Cal State Fullerton’s elephant mascot, Tu ff y, is undergoing a makeover. When CSUF’s old animated Tu ff y ends its trademark registration in 2027, a new Tu ff y is replacing it.

Today, Tuffy is trademarked as a side profile of a scowling elephant’s head. Historically, Tuffy has always had aggressive features. Since 1962, the school’s mascot has been an elephant. The redesigned Tuffy will be drawn as a friendly cartoon version with a thicker black outline.

The application for the new Tuffy trademark is in the approval process with the university. Once the design is approved, the formal trademark application process can begin with the U.S. Trademark and Patent Office.

In an email to the Daily

Titan, the Titan Shops director, Kim Ball, wrote that an approved Chancellor’s O ffice law firm manages trademark applications and registrations for Tu ff y.

Tuffy’s trademark process begins by first undergoing a review process within the university and paying the $70 trademark fee.

The trademark process can take 12 to 18 months, depending on backlogs at the trademark agency.

The application will either get instantly approved, or the university will get issued a letter requesting further information. The Trademark and Patent Office will then publish the trademark on its web site.

According to Brand Central in the Department of Strategic Communication, the new Tuffy was created in a joint effort between Titan Athletics and Strategic Communications.

In their illustrated form, Tu ff y’s facial expression ranges from a game face to

a lovable character. Tu ff y represents Titan Pride and transcends gender going by they, them and their pronouns. Tu ff y is non-verbal, and does not have a partner or family members.

Titan Shops is partnered with about 80 vendors who have applied for licensing rights and have permission to use Tuffy on products.

“Part of that process is they have to submit every single piece of artwork with our logo on it for review. Then we can determine if they’re using the right colors and mark and if they’re using it in an appropriate way,” Ball said.

Vendors to Titan Shops include Nike and Champion, who have submitted their products and passed a university review process.

Like Associated Students, Titan Shops can place the university’s name on their shirts and use the Tuffy logo without paying royalties, but they still must ask permission.

Tuffy is an informal mascot for Titan Athletics sports teams. It is also not trademarked.

“I do not recall Tuffy the Mascot being copyrighted

or trademarked,” said Jayce Smith, associate director of marketing in Strategic Communications, in an email.

Ball said if Tuffy is sold on products, it can legally be sold if only the elephant is printed. If there is “Titans” or “CSUF” signage signaling that the products are distributed in the name of Cal State Fullerton, the distributor can run into legal issues because “Titans” is trademarked.

Cal State Fullerton trademarks include variations of the university’s seal. The university’s active trademarks also include “California State University Fullerton” with “University Fullerton” sitting below “California State.”

The rest of Cal State Fullerton’s trademarks are on their Brand Central site under “University Logos,” including the university word mark, monogram and seal.

Abandoned trademarks include “Titans” and “F” in

stylized form. The trademark of a variation of the university logo featuring an elephant expired on August 13, 2021. Ellen Treanor, vice president of strategic communications, wrote in an email, “In rare occasions, not renewing a trademark could lead to trademark abandonment which may result in loss of legal protection. Since my tenure here, there has never been a gap in our trademark registration processes.”

Since the new Tu ff y is not yet trademarked, it can be di fficult for Cal State Fullerton to sue because the university does not have legal ownership over the mascot, said Emily Erickson, a Cal State Fullerton professor who teaches communication law.

The clothes and customization of Tuffy vary and can be requested from university Strategic Communications.

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Local events to launch your summer break

MELISSA RENDON Sta Writer

Everyone is looking forward to summer break and with it being right around the corner, coming up with things to do might feel overwhelming.

If you’re planning to stay in the area, here are four ideas to explore within or near Fullerton.

Studio Ghibli Fest $$

If you’re planning to stay out of the sun as much as possible this summer, an indoor plan is just what you need.

The movie theater can be the perfect place for you; specifically, one playing Studio Ghibli films until November.

This year’s Studio Ghibli Fest will show ten of Hayao Miyazaki’s most iconic films, such as “Princess Mononoke,” “Howl’s Moving Castle” and “Spirited Away.” Most AMC, Regal and Cinemark locations will play the movies.

Every single film will be shown either in an English dub or in its original language, Japanese, with English subtitles. The full schedule can be found on the Studio Ghibli Fest website.

If you’re not into Studio Ghibli films, but still want to catch a good movie, some upcoming films that might interest you are “Spider-man: Across the Spider-Verse,” releasing June 2; “Insidious: The Red Door,” in theaters July 7; or the highly-anticipated “Barbie,” which will come out July 21.

Flea markets $

Something that has been on the rise recently are flea markets. With vintage goods, food and local vendors, flea markets offer a wide variety of items you may have trouble finding elsewhere.

Some nearby include the Long Beach antique market, 562 Market and Soulreal. The Long Beach market’s next available day to shop is June 18th with an admission fee of $10.

The 562 Market is free of admission and will host a Sanrio-themed flea market on May 28 at Cal Poly Pomona. Soulreal’s next event is on May 21, celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage month.

These flea markets are

great for people who love miscellaneous items such as blind boxes, hand-made accessories and collectibles.

Beach bonfire $$

Instead of going to the beach during the day, where it will likely be busy all summer long, try going in the evening to light a bonfire. Who wouldn’t want to unwind at the beach later in the day with friends and s’mores?

If you’re considering going to the beach for a bonfire, make sure the location allows them in the first place. To save you the effort, Corona del Mar and Aliso Beach are two of the prettiest spots with fire pits, though they are limited and are first

come, first serve.

Both locations are open to the public until 10 p.m., so be sure to get there beforehand to have plenty of time to enjoy the waves and relax. It takes about 30 minutes to arrive at Corona del Mar from CSUF by car and almost 40 minutes for Aliso Beach.

Since only fire pits are available, Enjoy Orange County advises people to bring firewood–or charcoal, depending on what is allowed–lighter fluid and a lighter. Other items you may want to bring are blankets, a sweater, beach chairs, trash bags and of course, food!

Visit a museum $ Museums let you slow

down from the fast-paced life of California while providing beautiful pieces of art and history. They’re even better when they’re free.

One that’s only 20 minutes away from campus is the Orange County Museum of Art. There are no reservations or tickets required to enter and will have three new exhibitions during the month of June.

Further down west is the Los Angeles Museum of Art, and while it is not free for the majority of days, it is free every second Tuesday of the month. The museum also has nights that highlight jazz musicians every Friday until November, which are held at the Welcome Plaza at no cost.

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Turn up this summer at these concerts

SIMON MERCADER Sta Writer

Summer is just around the corner, and what better way to kick off the season than watching live music with your favorite people. While the summer welcomes many big-ticket artists, securing tickets to a show can be difficult and expensive, especially if the artist is known worldwide.

While Orange County may not have access to many large-scale venues, here are three up-and-coming artists set to perform in Orange County that are worth checking out.

Lyn Lapid

Anyone that was on TikTok in 2019 might have come across song covers by someone with the username “lynlapid.”

Katelyn Lapid is an American singer-songwriter of Filipino descent that gained a large following on TikTok, where she would post covers of various songs and snippets of her original music.

She gained mainstream popularity when she posted part of her debut single, “Producer Man,” which has gained over 50 million views. It currently has over 39 million streams on Spotify, a record that would be broken by her next breakout single, “In My Mind,” which was released in August 2021.

With easy-to-listen-to vocals and flowy rhythms, Lapid’s music is very heartfelt but also raw, as she explores themes of love, heartbreak, mental health and much more. Those unfamiliar with Lapid’s music may find it relatable through her

storytelling but also persona and emotional expression, which are ingredients for an intimate but thrilling concert experience.

Lyn Lapid will be performing on Thursday, June 1 at 7 p.m. at the Constellation Room in Santa Ana. For those interested, general admission tickets are $32.

binki

Baraka Ongeri, better known as binki, is an American singer and songwriter from Brooklyn. After releasing his debut single, “Marco,” in 2018, Ongeri would release music consistently. His single, “Heybb!” can be featured in an Apple

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Featured in Pigeons & Planes as one of their “best new artists” for August 2019, Ongeri takes a lot of influence from his idols, Childish Gambino, Tyler the Creator, Will Smith and Jamie Foxx. With strong elements of funk and hip-hop, some tones lean towards indie rock and soul those who listens to binki can immediately notice his smooth vocals and unique guitar chords.

On top of that, his music has a sense of playfulness and experimentation that is hard to find with other artists. Binki’s infectious energy in his music will invite

anyone who listens to dance and groove with his lyrics.

Binki is performing at the Constellation Room in Santa Ana on Tuesday, July 18 at 7 p.m. Those interested can purchase a general admission ticket for just $18.

Pacific Dub

Composed of six members, Pacific Dub is a reggae-rock band based in Huntington Beach that has been around since early 2009. The band fuses the best out of traditional reggae rhythms and rock influences, equaling catchy and upbeat music. With positive lyrics, it would be difficult not to sing along to the optimistic tone that

comes with their music. Anyone, from reggae enthusiasts to hardcore pop fans, can appreciate Pacific Dub’s range. The blend of different musical genres creates an original sound that everyone can enjoy. Listening to just one song from their discography may cause you to bob your head to the infectious rhythm unconsciously.

Anyone who wants to feel like they’re in Hawaii will want to catch Pacific Dub at the Constellation Room in Santa Ana on Friday, August 18 at 7 p.m. For general admission, one ticket will set you back only $17.

TOP RIGHT BOTTOM, KATELYN LAPID, BINKI AND PACIFIC DUB WILL BE PERFORMING AT ORANGE COUNTY DURING THE SUMMER. ( SIMON MERCADER / DAILY TITAN )

Take a break graduates: Your time will come

EMILIO MELENDEZ Sta Writer

To the graduating class of 2023, congratulations. Cal State Fullerton’s commencement is a celebration for over 13,000 students that will be walking across the stage to receive the degrees they have dedicated endless hours to.

A student that goes the traditional route to a four-year university right after high school means that they have been going to school for 17 years. The average age of graduation is 24 years old. Being in school for this long can have a wear down effect on anybody, as 80% of students have felt overwhelmed while 40% of

students reported it was difficult to function according to the National College Health Assessment.

College burnout is defined as chronic stress over an extended period of time, which can lead to symptoms in students such as fatigue, detachment and an overall lack of interest in academics. It says a lot about the character of any student that survives burnout to be able to receive their degree, but the need for a break increases in order to relieve all the stress school can cause as the class and tests accumulate.

“Especially with the pandemic happening, and lack of social interaction, lack of motivation led to feelings of burnout,” said fourth-year

psychology major Verenice Vargas. “I definitely reached out for help, especially using CAPS here at school.”

It is OK to take some sort of gap or break once you graduate, whether that includes going on vacation, or simply relaxing at home. Taking some time to relax and unwind can have many healthy benefits such as developing new skills or increasing self-awareness.

“I think it’s really important to take that time for yourself, especially after graduation,” said Cecilie Danna, a graduate student pursuing her master’s in social work. “You’ve worked really hard for the better half of your life to pursue whatever you are doing in higher education. So

it’s important that you practice that self care and take that break for yourself.”

However, that gap year can come with risks after college. Whether it be financial, career or systematically driven, there are plenty of reasons why one would choose to forgo taking the break post-graduation.

“I feel taking a gap year would put a pause on everything I have going on,” said business administration major, Denise Iniguez. “It’s a personal preference, but knowing myself, I feel as though taking that long of a break would have me dreading the rest of my working life.”

There are other risks involved with taking a gap year post-graduation as well.

There are opportunities for internships and grad school that students choosing to take a break can pass up. There is also the feeling about “What’s next?” and the fear of being left behind by others in order to take this gap year. Overall, you do what you feel is necessary. While it is important to stay on track in life and not fall too far behind, that is not a requirement for everyone. If you feel stressed or worn down due to the dedication and countless hours necessary to achieve a degree, go on vacation and enjoy yourself. Use this time for you however you feel necessary, as it is well-deserved. Congratulations class of 2023, time to conquer the real world stress free.

Longwinded, running through this life like it was mine. Never settling but setting every goal high. They say every man is defined by his reaction to any given situation. Who would you want to define you? Someone else or yourself? Whatever you do, give your heart to it, stay strong!

Your name should be Lightening Bolt because you strike a blast of light in an otherwise very bland world. Your persistence and determination has always been astounding. We’ve loved watching your progress in spite of the challenges. We are proud and blessed to have you in our lives.

Love, Mom and Dad

ROLANDO CARILLO College of the Arts

Congratulations mijo! You did it! We are so very proud of you. I know it hasn’t always been easy but you never gave up! We know that you are destined for greatness. Dad and I will always be here to support you!

We love you - Mom, Dad, Sissy and Miguel

JENNIFER DAVIS College of Communications

ANTHONY BAUTISTA College of Communications

Column: Why I almost dropped out

BAILEY TO Sta Writer

It has been three years since the COVID lockdown began. The time where we were all stuck in our houses, barred from seeing friends and family in an attempt to fight an infectious virus that cost millions of lives worldwide. With the pandemic era of living now behind us, reintegrating to the pace of daily life was forced upon students.

In-person learning was shut down — it was a time of unforeseen events in our life and one that greatly a ffected us more than we know.

During the pandemic, I realized how fragile my potential journalism career would be. In an instant, my

life and everyone’s lives were completely changed.

There was a point in time when I questioned if I should stay in school or not.

I did not like the idea of doing four to five classes worth of college work again while juggling a part-time job.

According to a KTLA 5 study about college students dropping out, the most common causes were financial sacrifices and stress. They found that students who decided to complete school had to deal with higher tuition rates, increased cost of living and currency inflation.

The workload of a full-time student was too much to bear at this point in my life, and I wondered if dropping out and focusing on supporting my family through my part-time job would be the best thing for me

rather than paying thousands of dollars to go to college.

Right now, a semester costs over $2,000 for part-time students and over $3,500 for full-time students at CSUF.

Ultimately, of course, I pushed through in order to graduate in the summer of this year.

We simply need more mental health programs at our college campuses. The Counseling & Psychological Services is a great resource, but making an appointment with them can be a tedious and time-consuming task.

Students like me are going through a serious mental health crisis in recent years. Sawssan Ahmed, a psychology professor, talked about how students were faring after college. She noted how things, like inflation, were causing

students to work more hours at a part-time job in order to cover their education.

Last month, I went to an Associated Students’ event called “A Mindful Conversation with Student Leaders” where students gathered together to do arts and crafts and talk about campus life. I think there should be more events like these so students have places to go when they feel alone or stressed.

There were also other factors she noted, such as the psychological effects of forced isolation of the pandemic where we were forced to stay at home and then return to our original lives like nothing had ever happened.

Ahmed also talked about students dropping out of college. She said the increased cost of living has

changed the priorities of some of her students.

“I think there’s this idea that we need to like work and we need to provide for ourselves because one, it’s become more expensive and California, we know that very, very high cost of living here,” Ahmed said.

CSUF should implement more mental health wellness classes through CAPS, such as workshops on how to time manage a school-worklife balance, along with how to manage money in order to relieve that added stress.

It is clear that since we have transitioned from lockdown to mingling like a society again, things have changed drastically. While we can control things like inflation, we can make a change in how we support students.

ADAM MILLER College of the Arts

Congratulations, Adam! You have always accomplished everything you put your mind to. We wish you all the best in your future endeavors and are confident you will continue to soar. We are so proud of you and love you very much.

Mom, Dad and Papa

ISABEL GARCIA College of Health and Human Development

Our sweet baby girl, Isabella Christina Garcia. We are all in awe of you and your achievements. You are such a good little noodle. You saw your path and conquered it. To say we are proud of you is an understatement. Enjoy this accomplishment and be proud of yourself. We love you completely and forever.

Mama, Daddy, Jacob and Gabriel.

ASHLEE BUSTILLOS

SAM FEDROW College of Business & Economics Finance and Titan Capital Management

Congratulations on all you have accomplished during the past four years! It was never easy but you continue to prove your strength and determination every day. We are proud to call you our college graduate -- now go out and enjoy your life! You’ve earned it!

ANTHONY BAUTISTA College of Communications

NAHJ President, Daily Titan

Education is the key which unlocks all your potential. It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are. We know the degree you’ve worked so hard for will help you in thriving in the field you’ve chosen. I am so proud of you, Anthony. Congratulations!

“Stick to the plan, it’s worked so far.”

biggest fans, Mom and Dad. We love you and will always support you.

Hey admin, send a notice on building closures

MATTHEW ROSOFF Sta Writer

Over a span of a few years, community support spaces at Cal State Fullerton have been relocating around campus without notice from the university. These spaces are a safe haven for students to feel supported, and students should receive adequate notice before they are closed.

Supportive spaces on campus are areas where students with disabilities or diverse backgrounds can find a welcoming community in which they can feel safe in their authentic selves.

In December 2021, the previous WoMen’s and Adult Reentry Center closed its

doors without warning or explanation. CSUF students did not have access to a supportive space for women for nine months.

Even faculty members were concerned about the lack of a center for people to feel supported after learning about the WARC’s abrupt closure. A petition was organized by these concerned individuals to bring the WARC back.

Prior to the pandemic, students in Abled Advocators and Disability Support Services had a designated computer lab in the Pollak Library for students with disabilities to utilize. DSS closed the computer lab, returning it to the library, because students with disabilities were given equal access to resources throughout the library.

Abled Advocators were concerned about the closure since the computer lab was not only a space to do work, but to create a sense of community.

The university should implement better communication to students, faculty and staff in the event of a necessary planned closure. Diego De La Cerda, a first-year Business Administration major, would prefer to be notified prior to the closure via Instagram or even a poster on the wall.

De La Cerda sees supportive spaces as an important part of a student’s life, especially students that may not be receiving that support at home.

“I think schools should be a place where you feel comfortable so that you can maximize your learning. So schools should take whatever

is necessary to make sure that their students who are paying tuition and coming here feel comfortable,” De La Cerda said.

Arianna Lopez, a second-year Child Development major, believes that having these spaces is important for college students, especially those who may be far from their homes and family.

“I think there’s a lot of people who aren’t from around here, or live far away, and they might not have these communities for themselves, wherever they’re from, and so having a space here at school can really be beneficial for them if they’ve never had access to it,” Lopez said.

CSUF should provide emails and other notification alerts about supportive

spaces closing and the reasoning for students to be kept in the loop and not feel blindsided. There are still other supportive spaces on campus that are widely used, so students should not only take advantage of their use, but also keep an eye on them in case of sudden closures.

The Diversity Initiatives & Resource Centers have six supportive spaces. The African American Resource Center, Asian Pacific American Resource Center, Latinx Community Resource Center, LGBT Queer Resource Center, Titan Dreamers Resource Center and Women’s Resource Center are all available through DIRC.

“We create engagement opportunities that empower, educate and activate students in the areas of social justice, equity and anti-racism,” according to DIRC’s mission statement.

On the north side of the library on the fourth floor, there is a room dedicated to those with disabilities to make accomplishing their work more accessible. However, this is not enough and students with disabilities deserve their own space to not only have the place to do work, but to develop a community and feel comfortable as a result.

Spaces for students to feel comfortable and supported are an important part of our campus. These closures can cause students to feel lost due to the sudden closure of a place they called their safe space. If a space needs to close, students should be given advance notice via email and other communication services–– such as social media and posters–– and directed to alternate services.

The Women’s Center, which was abruptly closed without notice in December 2021, just reopened this semester at a new location.

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HERE TO LEAD WITH VISION.

Earn a Master of Arts in War, Diplomacy, and Society.

War, Diplomacy, and Society helped me understand the complexities of war and how war taps into every aspect of domestic life. This program also helped me build my research skills and helped me get closer to being a professor of history.

For me, Chapman’s War, Diplomacy, and Society program opened up the human toll of war in an entirely new way. A nation’s memory of war, passed down through generations, forms how societies conceive of themselves and the world. Only Chapman’s multidisciplinary program could have facilitated this kind of nuanced study of a history of warfare and its impact on people.

Pictured: A fragment of the Berlin Wall resides in Chapman University’s Liberty Plaza, reminding students that the fight to stay free is central to the American spirit and to the human spirit.

RANDY O. FELDER OEF Veteran

CHRISTEN KADKHODAI Foreign Service Officer

Clerise Yumul College of Communications

CSUF AdClub, Daily Titan, Women’s Leadership Program

Clerise, Four years ago, you told us you’ll determine your own life path. We are so proud of what you’ve become!

Love, Mom, Dad, Thomas, and Paeng

I’m so happy for your achievements. It’s the reward of your diligence and hard work. God bless you always.

Love, Grandma

ANTHONY BAUTISTA

College of Communications

NAHJ

President

Overwhelmed with pride and joy. Prayers answered and blessings bestowed. To think, this is only the beginning, we couldn’t be more thankful to be a part of such an amazing journey. Take every lesson learned from the classroom and the game field and keep reaching new heights! Love always!

Mom & Dad

Campus resources to help your masters journey

As commencement ceremonies approach for Cal State Fullerton students, many students contemplate the next steps in their academic journey. For those considering graduate school, there is no denying that the decision to pursue an advanced degree can be both exciting and daunting.

Graduate school offers the opportunity to deepen one’s knowledge in a particular field and advance career prospects. As such, it’s no surprise that the CSU system hosts 42,000 students pursuing higher level degrees in their fields. However, graduate school is not easy and requires a lot of effort for many students to

get through. There are many things that students feel the need to figure out on their own, from the application process to navigating through graduate school and even moving on to their professional careers.

For the 4,000 graduate students who attend CSUF, there are several campus resources and centers that graduate students can take advantage of that will help them navigate their graduate careers.

Project UpGrad

Project UpGrad is a part of CSUF’s Office of Graduate Studies. Project UpGrad provides student support services related to enrolling, persisting and graduating from CSUF.

“I am that middle person where I’m able to connect students with specific program

advisors and I do have that information,” said Angelly Barroso, an advising coordinator for Project UpGrad. “I’m able to help students with their Cal State Apply application, as well as getting more information with financial aid.”

Project UpGrad provides graduate and upcoming graduate students with scholarships, mentorship programs and workshops to prepare incoming students for graduate school and career readiness. They also provide current and prospective graduate students with student advising to help them navigate through grad school and enter their desired fields.

Graduate Studies Center

The Graduate Studies Center’s goal is to serve prospective and current students

throughout their journey in graduate school. The center provides students with a safe space to work, study and gather and network with each other.

To achieve this, the center offers public and private study spaces for graduate students to come by and get work done, and provides one-on-one writing appointments for any graduate student to come by and work with a writing consultant to collaborate on any writing assignments they may have.

Additionally, the center hosts a multitude of workshops geared at preparing students for the workforce and for graduate school. Examples include salary negotiations in the workplace as well as LinkedIn and CV workshops.

For prospective students, look no further than the

center’s graduate student orientation, a webinar where CSUF students are introduced to campus resources that they can take advantage of.

CSUF Office of Graduate Studies

For prospective graduate students, the office of graduate studies’ website is the go-to for finding resources, application guidelines and deadlines, and for students to stay organized. From important dates to documents and forms, graduation preparation and tuition fees, their webpage has upto-date information about the technical things students need to complete for grad school. Additionally, the webpage has links to the previous resources mentioned, as well as fellowships and scholarships that are readily available for students to apply to.

SIMON MERCADER / DAILY TITAN

SIMON MERCADER Sta Writer

Cal State Fullerton graduate students have a multitude of campus resources available that are dedicated to guide student’s through graduate school and prepare them for their careers.

Beat the summer heat with these fashion trends

RYANN KIRK Sta Writer

As the seasons change and the weather gets hotter, the clothing trends are shifting too. Keep up with the latest fashion that has you beating the heat and staying fashionable all at the same time.

Summer time is often the time for showing more skin and doing anything to stay cool. In California especially, wearing less heat-absorbing clothes is essential. It’s during these times that we start to see trends in loose-fitting and breathable clothing.

Xzachary Rositas, a second-year public relations student and one of the community engagement coordinators for the Cal State Fullerton Fashion Association club, is predicting that lace and mesh, something he already incorporates into his daily wear, is going to start popping up.

Not only that, he thinks that a more basic type of looser and flowing style is going to come back into popularity.

“I feel like I would be seeing a lot more lace and an elevated ballet core which is more like an Italian summer in a way. More simple, timeless pieces but elevated with gold jewelry and silver jewelry,” Rositas said.

This Mediterranean summer style can be seen through long, flowy dresses and pants. Oftentimes these clothes are made of linen or cotton and often are lighter in color. Expect to see more linen loose shorts and sheer shirts in retail stores this season.

These types of sheer

clothing allow for a cooling effect, making them a perfect summer staple. Having a mesh top in your closet allows for a ton of mixing and matching, as you can layer it with many different other tops or even wear it as is.

Rovick Alberto, a second-year biochemistry major, is already wearing this mix of a lacy and mesh fabric. They said lots of people will be sporting the long, flowy skirt, something that has been seen in previous summers.

“I already know that long skirts are trendy, but I think since it’s gonna be summer time again, it’s gonna

be back in season and a lot of long skirts with either a crop top or regular cut. Kind of like the Emma Chamberlain vibe. I feel like that aesthetic is very much still playing a role in today’s generation,” Alberto said.

Emma Chamberlain is a popular influencer who has gained a lot of public attention for being one of many stylish influencers online currently. She goes towards a thrifted but eccentric style with lots of layers, see-through clothes and cropped shirts. She contributed to a resurgence of a popular 1990s womens

style of a long skirt with a plain top and boots back in 2022, which blew up over TikTok. It has since become a staple summer look due to its breathability and chic statement.

A long skirt can be dressed up or down and is the perfect way to stay cool without exposing too much skin, if that is not desired. Pair it with a tank top and some sandals for a beach vibe or go the Chamberlain route and rock it with some boots for a bit of edge.

Crop tops finding their way into the wardrobes of both men and women. They act as a different type of

way to show off the body rather than the typical tight clothes.

“I think I’ve noticed that a lot of guys have either started to wear more tight clothing to show off their body, if not that then some type of crop. Not fully crop, but at least waist crop,” Alberto said.

This is a fashion trend that Rositas follows as well, and he thinks it shouldn’t be a big deal.

“I feel like it shouldn’t be such a shock when you see someone with a crop top or even a skirt, like it’s just clothes. I feel like even though the times have moved so much, like on social media you see it so often, yet in real life it does not really reflect,” Rositas said.

Denim, specifically jean shorts, is a popular choice through the year, but is especially popular in the summer.

Not only will we be seeing these, fashion as a whole will start gravitating to more basic, staple pieces. Clothes with neutral colors and made of better quality have started popping up among fashion shows and luxury brands like Louis Vuitton, Tom Ford and YSL.

“In previous years, a lot of these fashion icons or even known brands such as Louis Vuitton, Tom Ford, Yves Saint Laurent, Chanel, even more avant garde brands, they’re going very more minimalistic,” Alberto said.

With summer comes a multitude of fashion trends for students to bust out of their wardrobe and experiment with their own individual style.

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Hang up your coats and trade them out for summer clothes that are both fashionable and help you cool down.

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