Mind, Body & Soul

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.

September 5, 2018

Why I Hate Cigarettes

By Sanya Kamidi

Sanya Kamidi opens up about her fear of addiction and the ever-present temptation of nicotine.

August 29, 2018

Jew-ish: The Gray Area of Being a Modern Jew

By Hannah Jackson

Hannah Jackson reflects on her experiences to explore the religious, cultural and ethnic nuances involved in identifying as Jewish in America today.

August 3, 2018

Coming Out: How My Queerness Came To Be

By Evelyn Spence

Evelyn Spence shares her coming out story and offers words of encouragement to readers who may be processing their own sexualities.

July 18, 2018

Argument in the Office: The Ethics of Infidelity

By Konrad Neithercutt, Aryana Kamelian

Is cheating an unforgivable violation or an understandable human error? Aryana Kamelian and Konrad Neithercutt present both sides of the story.

July 6, 2018

“That’s So OCD”

By Hana Simon

Hana Simon opens up about her experience with OCD and the ways in which people can best express empathy.

June 20, 2018

I Have To Have Sex With Someone Before I Can Get To Know Them

By Veronica Meyers

Veronica Meyers explains why getting down with someone is her favorite ice-breaker.

June 13, 2018

Tinder Massages: A Whole New Meaning of “I Gaucho Back”

By Katherine Chen

Katherine Chen provides a strong endorsement of seeking massages via Tinder.

June 7, 2018

Two Down, Two to Go: Reflections From the Halfway Mark

By Hannah Jackson

As her sophomore year comes to a close, Assistant Opinion Editor Hannah Jackson reflects on her UCSB experience thus far.

May 31, 2018

In Slow-Motion: Experiencing Loss From Afar

By Hannah Jackson

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

May 30, 2018

Being a Virgin in the Hookup Culture

By Calista Liu

Calista Liu reflects on her decision to wait to have sex on her own terms, rather than those of society.

May 24, 2018

The Student Experience: Mental Health Vignettes

By Opinion Editor

UCSB students share their stories and insights about mental health.

May 9, 2018

A Love Letter to My Roots

By Sanya Kamidi

Sanya Kamidi reflects on her cultural identity and what it means to be Indian.

May 3, 2018

It’s Rideshare, Not Sotheby’s, Not Six Flags

By Katherine Chen

Katherine Chen compels Gauchos to give each other rides without breaking the bank.

April 26, 2018

Say “Hi” to Your Desk Attendants

By Erika Fandel

Erika Fandel questions why students give the cold shoulder to desk attendants in their residence halls.

April 26, 2018

Why Being Honest Is Sexy

By Aryana Kamelian

Aryana Kamelian gets real about the importance of honesty in the bedroom.