Laurel Rinehart

June 6, 2019

Farewell from the Editor: Thanks for the Stories

By Laurel Rinehart

Graduating opinion editor Laurel Rinehart shares her goodbye to the Nexus.

February 14, 2019

Argument in the Office: Genuine Feminism, or Just for Profits?

By Hannah Jackson, Laurel Rinehart

Opinion Editors Hannah Jackson and Laurel Rinehart debate whether Urban Outfitters' line of sex products is a feminist accomplishment or a ploy for profit.

October 18, 2018

Argument in the Office: Are Celebrities Obligated to ‘Speak Now’ On Politics?

By Laurel Rinehart, Harper Lambert

Opinion editors Laurel Rinehart and Harper Lambert discuss Taylor Swift's political Instagram post and debate the role of celebrities in civic discourse.

October 11, 2018

From Frat House to White House, Rape Culture Reigns Supreme

By Laurel Rinehart

Brett Kavanaugh's alleged history of sexual misconduct left the nation in shock. But on college campuses, behavior like this is the rule, not the exception.

September 27, 2018

Who Can Partake in Party Culture?

By Laurel Rinehart

Laurel Rinehart challenges the assumption that UCSB's party scene is inclusive to all.

September 20, 2018

What Does “Self-Care” Actually Mean for College Students?

By Laurel Rinehart

In anticipation of the new school year, Laurel Rinehart shares her tips for attaining a physically, mentally, and emotionally healthy college lifestyle.

January 19, 2018

Argument in the Office: New Year New You? Or More of the Same?

By Ali Abouesh, Laurel Rinehart

Laurel Rinehart and Ali Abouesh debate the validity of the resolution trend at the dawn of this New Year.

December 8, 2017

Pulling Back the Red Curtain: Why Hollywood is Currently Outdated

By Laurel Rinehart, Ali Abouesh

Ali Abouesh and Laurel Rinehart take a look at the current state of the movement for diversity in film.

November 30, 2017

Argument in the Office: Should Gauchos be Smoking Big Doinks?

By Laurel Rinehart, Ali Abouesh

Opinion editors Laurel Rinehart and Ali Abouesh debate the merits of marijuana usage in Isla Vista in light of its imminent legalization.

October 13, 2017

Americans Need to Start Thinking Critically About the Second Amendment

By Laurel Rinehart

Laurel Rinehart is opening the dialogue on the problem of having almost any weapon available to almost any individual.

October 3, 2017

How SZA Captured the Secret Anxieties of Modern Women

By Laurel Rinehart

Laurel Rinehart discusses SZA's latest album and the unique emotional qualities that set it apart from other musical works.

August 23, 2017

Reflections from the Halfway Mark: The Ups and Downs of My First Two Years as a Gaucho

By Laurel Rinehart

Laurel Rinehart takes a walk down memory lane and shares advice and insights from her college experience.

May 17, 2017

It’s High Time That We End the Stigma Surrounding Marijuana Use

By Laurel Rinehart

Laurel Rinehart questions why some turn a blind eye to alcohol while condemning marijuana use.

May 11, 2017

The Real Reason Girls are Unsatisfied with I.V. Hookup Culture

By Laurel Rinehart

Laurel Rinehart stresses the importance of women seeking out their own forms of pleasure.

April 13, 2017

The Problem With the Myth of College Utopia

By Laurel Rinehart

Laurel Rinehart helps dispel the problematic myth that college is a complete utopia.

April 6, 2017

Don’t Let Stereotypes Turn You Off From Hip Hop Music

By Laurel Rinehart

Laurel Rinehart highlights the importance of leaving your stereotypes at the door when it comes to hip-hop music.