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The student-run magazine of San Francisco State University

Xpress Magazine

The student-run magazine of San Francisco State University

Xpress Magazine

Fernando G. Pacheco

Fernando G. Pacheco, Staff Writer

Fernando G Pacheco is a student journalist minoring in queer ethnic studies at San Francisco State. He writes from Los Angeles, CA. His favorite mornings start with coffee and a hike. When it comes to journalism, he’s drawn to stories about intersections of identity. He’s previously written stories about travel, culture, and art.

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 Cats at KitTea Cat Lounge. (Morgan Ellis / Xpress Magazine)

The Kittens are Alright

Fernando G. Pacheco, Staff Writer
December 15, 2021

  At the end of Valencia Street in San Francisco sits a cafe where the water is always boiled and the complimentary teas are served with ticketed admission.    Although the cafe closes...

Portraitof Luis De Paz Fernandez on campus in San Francisco on Nov. 4, 2021. Fernandez studied at SF State for both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degree. (Morgan Ellis / Xpress Magazine)

The Dreamer’s Path

Fernando G. Pacheco, Staff Writer
November 11, 2021

  The sun illuminated the pavement of Sproul Plaza at the University of California, Berkeley, where the columns would raise students’ eyes to the sky. The Latin phrase fiat lux, meaning “let...

Porn: Fantasy or Sex Education?

Porn: Fantasy or Sex Education?

Fernando G. Pacheco, Staff Writer
October 14, 2021

Pornography consumption is often kept and viewed in secret through its 24/7 availability. Pornography has become a regular part of the online world.   Although it can be said not everyone has...

Collage of Erica Gray, Valentia Aragon, Christina Hernandez, Juilo Cesar Tello, Michael Anthony Hall (Paris Galarza / Xpress Magazine)

A Reflection on Body Image

Fernando G. Pacheco, Staff Writer
September 16, 2021

The following article mentions an experience of disordered eating.   The mirror feels like a necessity. It affirms if a garment fits well. It verifies that there is no lipstick stain. Over time,...

Fego: Escaping into authenticity

Fego: Escaping into authenticity

Fernando G. Pacheco, Staff Writer
May 14, 2021

When Fego Navarro, a Bay Area artist, was nine years old he noticed his church brothers leaving the church building and forming a group in the backyard. Fego could hear them begin to speak in rhythm,...

One click, infinite realities

One click, infinite realities

Fernando G. Pacheco, Staff Writer
March 19, 2021

(Listen to Into the Virtual  a playlist comprised of songs that each feel out of this world, allowing you to wander through virtual realms while reading this story)   A mountain terrain covered...

Venenosa Ropa without the poison

Venenosa Ropa without the poison

Fernando G. Pacheco, Staff Writer
February 19, 2021

    After looking at the ecological impact of fashion, Julio Cesar Tello spends his time refurbishing found thrifted garments and gives them a new liberated life. Consignment stores...

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Finding pleasure during a pandemic

Fernando G. Pacheco, Staff Writer
December 18, 2020

Hookup culture has changed. It now includes flirting behind a face mask, standing 6 feet away. Nude pictures have become treasured commodities, as the outside bears a ‘proceed with caution’ sign.  Self-isolation...

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