Opinion

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

Letter From the Editor: Merk’s Paradise

By Jorge Mercado

New Editor-in-Chief Jorge Mercado introduces himself and examines the past three years in college, and the nexus, that has led him to this point.

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.

June 7, 2018

Letter From the Editor: For Fox Sake, 4 Years Sure Flew By

By Maura Fox

I’m a little confused by it all, to be honest; how do four years go by so quickly?

June 2, 2018

Measure R – Let’s Take Back OUR Isla Vista

By Jonathan Abboud

Jonathan Abboud asserts that voting Yes on Measure R is the right decision for the benefit of the Isla Vista community.

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 23, 2018

A Letter of Love: Revisiting the Isla Vista Tragedy Four Years Later

By Cassie Rubio

A recent UCSB graduate reflects on the tragic events of May 23, 2014.

May 18, 2018

‘#Canceled’ Culture Has No Place in the Classroom

By Harper Lambert

Harper Lambert discusses the consequences of a hashtag trend.

May 17, 2018

Isla Vista Needs Your Support for Measure R

By James Ferraro

James Ferraro compels Isla Vistans to vote "Yes" on Measure R in the election on June 5th.

May 10, 2018

Earth Day Every Day!

By Calista Liu

Calista Liu discusses the no-straw movement and other ways we can show love to the Earth every day.

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 9, 2018

The Students of Color Conference Is a Microcosm of National Anti-Blackness

By Alexandra Gessesse

Every year since 1968, the University of California Students Association has teamed with a different UC campus and the External Vice President of Statewide Affairs Office to host the Student of Color Conference. Although...

May 8, 2018

Daily Nexus: Best of 2018 Survey

By Daily Nexus Staff

The Nexus presents its annual "Best Of" voting for 2018. Choose your favorite food, music and places at UCSB and in Isla Vista.

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.