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Looking for Cures to UC Budget Woes

October 20, 2009 by Mark G. Yudof

Students are justifiably angry over my recent proposal to raise their fees by nearly a third over the next two years. I'm angry too.
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Shhh… “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” is Openly Discriminatory

October 20, 2009 by Jamie Silverstein

To stare into the captivating gaze of Uncle Sam is to find a reflection of yourself and your values and your love of country. To see that narrow index finger pointed at you is to understand responsibi...
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Military Culture Overrules Rights of Individual Soldiers

October 20, 2009 by Steven Begakis

There is no freedom in the military, and for good reason. In order to defend our nation and protect American interests, the U.S. military must be the best trained and most tightly disciplined fighting...
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Brush up on Phone Interview Skills

October 20, 2009 by Peter Cheng

Hello and welcome! Whether you’re a recent grad who has already had some experience with “the hunt” as I like to call it, or still an undergrad that wants to get just three steps ahe...
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Another Round of Sound Advice

October 19, 2009 by Igor Hiller

Hey yo's. Dear Igor is back with two new relevant and universally relatable questions. Keep sending your queries to dearigor@gmail.com, although I should make it clear that I require all correspondenc...
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Baby’s First Alcohol Offense

October 19, 2009 by The Weatherhuman

Be warned: It's two weeks 'til Halloween and the Foot Patrol have already got their business faces on.
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Endorsement Proves Newsom’s Potential as California Governor

October 19, 2009 by A.J. Rawls

On Monday, Oct. 5, former President Bill Clinton formally endorsed Gavin Newsom, San Francisco’s young and charismatic mayor, for his gubernatorial bid. Newsom first gained national attenti...
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Conservative Angst Ignores Reality

October 16, 2009 by Luke Pears-Dickson

Over the last 10 months, I have watched with wonder and great confusion as the GOP tried to find its footing in its new role as America's minority political party. I have watched as what should have b...
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Snuggie Suit Up

October 16, 2009 by The Weatherhuman

They're making Snuggies for dogs now, but let's be honest the kind of people who want Snuggies are cat people. And I don't know who these people are that are going to use a snuggie to read in.
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Cigarette Smokers Smog Up Bike Paths

October 16, 2009 by Liz Abell

Ah, the rainy season has begun. Truly, the best way to enjoy this weather includes hot chocolate and a comfy couch, or warm clothes and an umbrella. Every once in a while though, it is necessary to ge...
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Don’t Let Boozin’ Break the Bank

October 15, 2009 by Mario Geary

The method and occasion for drinking are important variables pertaining to the overall cost of the evening. Celebrating a close friend's 21st birthday in Vegas can be expensive. However, it is importa...
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Beer-Fest

October 15, 2009 by The Weatherhuman

When mid-week exhaustion really starts to set it, I always wake up wanting a beer with breakfast. I feel like two more would really make my classes tolerable. One more and I could get in some library ...
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Common Addiction Myths Need Debunking

October 15, 2009 by Michael Witcoff

Having been an addict for several years, as well as going through primary and secondary treatment, I have heard more than my share of bull shit regarding the topic of addiction -- some of which is, un...
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Gaucho Offers the Keys to Rome

October 14, 2009 by Matthew Reeves

Greetings from Rome, Gauchos! Today marks the end of my fifth week studying abroad in the Eternal City. From weaving between Vespas, missing buses and saving my fellow comrades injured in pub crawl ac...
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When It Rains It Pours

October 14, 2009 by The Weatherhuman

Yes, it’s raining. Yes, there is still class and yes, that blows. I struggle to think of anything I’d less rather do than sit in a wet seat, soaked to the toes, both shivering and panting ...
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