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Don’t Make Her the Punchline: Why Laughing at Your Professor is No Joke

October 25, 2018 by

Andrea Dager criticizes the reality that some professors have to work twice as hard as others to earn students' respect.
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Argument in the Office: Are Celebrities Obligated to ‘Speak Now’ On Politics?

October 18, 2018 by and

Opinion editors Laurel Rinehart and Harper Lambert discuss Taylor Swift's political Instagram post and debate the role of celebrities in civic discourse.
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From Frat House to White House, Rape Culture Reigns Supreme

October 11, 2018 by

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.
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Where Birthright Went Wrong

October 4, 2018 by

Following her visit to Israel, Harper Lambert counters the narrative that the trip is politically neutral and propaganda-free.
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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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Vote Like Your Life Depends On it

August 23, 2018 by

At a time when civic participation is especially critical, casting your ballot is an essential step to ensure your voice is heard.
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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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Don’t Give Killers Publicity

June 28, 2018 by

In a country where mass shootings are all too common, Rick Zierer emphasizes the importance of not giving undue attention to the shooters.
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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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