Opinion

October 25, 2018

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

By Andrea Dager

Andrea Dager criticizes the reality that some professors have to work twice as hard as others to earn students' respect.

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.

October 4, 2018

Where Birthright Went Wrong

By Harper Lambert

Following her visit to Israel, Harper Lambert counters the narrative that the trip is politically neutral and propaganda-free.

September 28, 2018

I Don’t Want to Be Happy, I Just Want to Be Okay

By Sanya Kamidi

Sanya Kamidi assesses the downside of pursuing aggressively high standards for happiness.

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.

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 23, 2018

Vote Like Your Life Depends On it

By Hannah Jackson

At a time when civic participation is especially critical, casting your ballot is an essential step to ensure your voice is heard.

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 28, 2018

Don’t Give Killers Publicity

By Rick Zierer

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

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 16, 2018

Letter From the Editor: Goodbyes Are Actually the Worst

By Ali Abouesh

At the end of the day, we’re all students living in Isla Vista trying to make sense of everything around us.