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Unwilling to Reason: Why Censorship is the Wrong Answer

February 14, 2017 by

Connor Pardini calls into question the attempted censorship of conservative speakers on campus.
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Morning Glory

February 11, 2017 by

Allie Lebos meditates on the peace and calm that come with making mornings your me-time.
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The Curious Case of Kellyanne Conway

February 9, 2017 by

Hannah Jackson investigates the success of Trump campaign advisor turned cabinet member Kellyanne Conway.
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Syrian White Helmets: Hope in the Face of Death

February 9, 2017 by

Olivia Yazzolino draws attention to the incredible humanitarian work of the Syrian White Helmets.
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Condom Awareness

February 7, 2017 by

Ali Javanbakht, MD explains HIV and why you should always use condoms.
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Super Bowl LI: Election Night 2.0

February 6, 2017 by

Gerardo Banuelos draws up the similarities between the Patriots' historic come from behind victory in Super Bowl 51 and Donald Trump's unexpected run to the presidency.
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Who Will Be the Martyrs of Climate Change?

February 5, 2017 by

Claire Wilson discusses the casualties of climate change and American overconsumption.
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Planned Parenthood and Respectability Politics

February 2, 2017 by

Laurel Rinehart warns against employing respectability politics when defending Planned Parenthood.
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Weed & Writing: Is the Pen Mightier Than the Herb?

February 2, 2017 by

Zach Morgan wonders about the influence of weed on the creative process.
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A Guide to Being Unapologetically Loud in Bed

February 1, 2017 by

Scarlet Serrano explains why satisfaction under the sheets is a two way street.
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How We Got Here: The Conditions That Let Trump In

January 31, 2017 by

Dylan Parisi outlines the conditions that have led to our current political landscape.
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Lost, Hungry and Discombobulated: Critiquing the Experience of a Lifetime

January 26, 2017 by

Sebastianne Kent shares the less talked about downsides of studying abroad through UCEAP.
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Sex, Love and Politics

January 25, 2017 by

Allie Lebos finds fault with the idea that opposites attract in time when our politics are so polarized.
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UCSB Health and Wellness: Practicing Mindfulness

January 24, 2017 by

Carly Bertolozzi of UCSB's Health and Wellness Program emphasizes the importance of mindfulness in improving one's overall well-being.
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Four Benefits to Having a Liberal Arts Integrated Education System

January 20, 2017 by

Bianca Dalangin works to negotiate the relationship between liberal arts and S.T.E.M. majors.
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