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Attachment in an Unattached Love

Allie Lebos tells us how to deal with feelings of attachment in an era where "friends with benefits" relationships and hookups reign.
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Epicurus: So you want to be happy? … Well, you won’t like the answer.

Brian Wheat discusses Epicurus' philosophy on how to attain happiness through the pursuit of friendships over love and meaning over money.
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Advice for an Anxious Mind

Zach Morgan writes on the importance of acknowledging and addressing mental health issues such as anxiety, and how pursuing balance in your life leads to overall well-being.
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Isla Vista Infrastructure Needs Measure O

Interestingly enough, Measure F and Measure O have intertwining narratives.
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An America Without Free Press

Anjalie Tandon discusses why free press is essential to America's democracy, and how the Trump presidency is a threat to both.
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The Trump Administration Finally Got Something Right

Dylan Parisi voices his support for President Trump's missile strike on Syria.
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The Problem With the Myth of College Utopia

Laurel Rinehart helps dispel the problematic myth that college is a complete utopia.
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Moving Up and Moving On: Breaking Patterns

Allie Lebos identifies the importance of recognizing patterns. whether good or bad, in our lives.
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Deltopia: Are We Doing it Right?

Opinion Editor Jackson Kerr weighs in on the state of Deltopia.
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Impact Journalism Day: Students are Fighting for the Future

By writing about these innovative projects, the 20 participating student newspapers, show the collective force that the media has to catalyze change.
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Are Cage-Free Eggs Actually Humane?

Ketia Johnson warns that cage-free eggs aren't necessarily cruelty free.
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Don’t Let Stereotypes Turn You Off From Hip Hop Music

Laurel Rinehart highlights the importance of leaving your stereotypes at the door when it comes to hip-hop music.
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Stoicism: The world is wicked, vicious and miserable; Lean into it and rise above

Brian Wheat kicks off the first Wednesday of Spring quarter with a tough love touch of stoicism and a reminder to get your head in the game!
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Vote Yes on Measure O!

Ethan Bertrand discusses Measure O, its impacts on Isla Vista residents, and why he believes you should vote Yes.
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Trump is Finally Silent, but Why Now?

Madeline Ewer discusses the recent rash of threats against the Jewish community and wonders when Trump will take a stance against them.
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