Mind, Body & Soul

Turtles and Travels: Researching Abroad in Costa Rica

November 19, 2018 by

Kaelen McCracken reviews the summer she spent researching sea turtles in Costa Rica with the Bren School of Environmental Science.
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I Am Not America’s Spokesperson

November 15, 2018 by

While studying abroad in London, Hannah Jackson explores the difficulties of being asked to speak for her entire country.
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The Definition of Virginity is Unqueer

October 25, 2018 by

Anabel Costa challenges the heteronormative cultural parameters for intimacy.
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I Don’t Want to Be Happy, I Just Want to Be Okay

September 28, 2018 by

Sanya Kamidi assesses the downside of pursuing aggressively high standards for happiness.
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Who Can Partake in Party Culture?

September 27, 2018 by

Laurel Rinehart challenges the assumption that UCSB's party scene is inclusive to all.
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What Does “Self-Care” Actually Mean for College Students?

September 20, 2018 by

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

September 5, 2018 by

Sanya Kamidi opens up about her fear of addiction and the ever-present temptation of nicotine.
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Jew-ish: The Gray Area of Being a Modern Jew

August 29, 2018 by

Hannah Jackson reflects on her experiences to explore the religious, cultural and ethnic nuances involved in identifying as Jewish in America today.
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Coming Out: How My Queerness Came To Be

August 3, 2018 by

Evelyn Spence shares her coming out story and offers words of encouragement to readers who may be processing their own sexualities.
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Argument in the Office: The Ethics of Infidelity

July 18, 2018 by and

Is cheating an unforgivable violation or an understandable human error? Aryana Kamelian and Konrad Neithercutt present both sides of the story.
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“That’s So OCD”

July 6, 2018 by

Hana Simon opens up about her experience with OCD and the ways in which people can best express empathy.
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I Have To Have Sex With Someone Before I Can Get To Know Them

June 20, 2018 by

Veronica Meyers explains why getting down with someone is her favorite ice-breaker.
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Tinder Massages: A Whole New Meaning of “I Gaucho Back”

June 13, 2018 by

Katherine Chen provides a strong endorsement of seeking massages via Tinder.
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Two Down, Two to Go: Reflections From the Halfway Mark

June 7, 2018 by

As her sophomore year comes to a close, Assistant Opinion Editor Hannah Jackson reflects on her UCSB experience thus far.
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In Slow-Motion: Experiencing Loss From Afar

May 31, 2018 by

Hannah Jackson unpacks the emotions that come with experiencing grief as a college student.
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