Opinion

February 28, 2017

Disproving the ‘Barbie Effect’

By Komal Surani

Komal Surani contends that Barbie's high-level professions matter more than her purported problems regarding body-image.

February 23, 2017

Trump’s Mainstream Media Accountability Survey: A Desperate Attempt to Shape Public Opinion

By Brian Wheat

Brian Wheat criticizes President Trump's recent attempt at gauging the public's attitude toward mainstream media.

February 23, 2017

UCSB’s Anti-Deltopia Ad Campaign: $40k Could be Better Spent

By Olivia Yazzolino

Olivia Yazzolino questions UCSB's fiscal priorities after learning of the $40k spent on ads discouraging out-of-towners at Deltopia.

February 22, 2017

A Call to Action for the Crisis in Syria

By Ali Abouesh

Ali Abouesh stresses the need for Americans to take the right step in assisting Syria.

February 21, 2017

Finding the Good

By Daniella Rodriguez

Daniella Rodriguez discusses the importance of appreciating the little things in your day and how this practice can improve your overall mentality.

February 20, 2017

Stoner Etiquette: A Beginner’s Guide

By Laurel Rinehart

Laurel Rinehart explains the need for proper cyphe etiquette and how not to blend in with your more experienced stoner friends.

February 16, 2017

Protect Your Community, Petition for DACA

By Parry Dong

Parry Dong urges you to lend your support to Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals.

February 16, 2017

Young Guns: The Issue with Gun Fanaticism

By Zach Morgan

Zach Morgan wonders about the fad of gun enthusiasm that has overtaken many young conservatives.

February 15, 2017

Long-distance, Quicky, Busy Sex: Finding Time for Intimacy in a Hectic, Long-Distance Relationship

By Scarlet Serrano

Scarlet Serrano explores the options for getting some action with your significant other while in a long distance relationship.

February 14, 2017

Unwilling to Reason: Why Censorship is the Wrong Answer

By Connor Pardini

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

February 11, 2017

Morning Glory

By Allie Lebos

Allie Lebos meditates on the peace and calm that come with making mornings your me-time.

February 9, 2017

The Curious Case of Kellyanne Conway

By Hannah Jackson

Hannah Jackson investigates the success of Trump campaign advisor turned cabinet member Kellyanne Conway.

February 9, 2017

Syrian White Helmets: Hope in the Face of Death

By Olivia Yazzolino

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

February 7, 2017

Condom Awareness

By Ali Javanbakht

Ali Javanbakht, MD explains HIV and why you should always use condoms.

February 6, 2017

Super Bowl LI: Election Night 2.0

By Gerardo Banuelos

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.

February 5, 2017

Who Will Be the Martyrs of Climate Change?

By Claire Wilson

Claire Wilson discusses the casualties of climate change and American overconsumption.