Opinion

October 13, 2016

He Is, She Is, We Are Human: An Ugly Incident to Learn From

By Allie Lebos

Allie Lebos wants to remind you of something we all have: our humanity.

October 12, 2016

When Casual Dating Becomes Not So Casual

By Allie Lebos

Allie Lebos shares her thoughts on the ups and down of casual relationships.

October 11, 2016

We Gaucho Back: True Even When You’re Feeling Down

By Alexandra Silva

Alexandra Silva shares some tips for when the dust settles on the excitement of the first couple weeks of school.

October 7, 2016

Trying to Look Away from a Train Crash: What it’s Like to Watch the Election as an American Abroad

By Sebastianne Kent

Opinion editor Sebastianne Kent gives insight into what it's like to be abroad during this election.

October 6, 2016

A Letter to the Editor from Bruce Porter

By Bruce Porter

Make no mistake, I humbly ask for your vote, freely given and purposefully bestowed. However, to that end I refuse to patronize you — students from one of the top ten public universities in the world — as Mr. William...

October 6, 2016

Not Just Another Kaepernick Article: A Call for Greater Understanding

By Jackson Kerr

Opinion editor Jackson Kerr hopes for increased understanding from those on both sides of the issue of police brutality.

October 4, 2016

When Rape Culture Rears Its Ugly Head

By Katherine Kepski

Katherine Kepski reflects on an awful experience and rallies support for a march through I.V. to take place on Friday, October 14th.

October 3, 2016

They Don’t Want You to Vote

By Das Williams

You would think that making it easier for citizens to vote would be something for everyone in a democracy to celebrate, Democrats and Republicans. But not everyone is on board with this fundamental principal of democracy

October 3, 2016

Donald Trump and the Power of Fear

By Neda Mazdisnian

Neda Mazdisnian dissects the power of Donald Trump's fear politics.

September 29, 2016

Leaving Home: A Soldier, a Student and a Lesson on Self Discovery

By Max Fernbacher

Max Fernbacher shares side-by-side profiles of two very different individuals at the same stage in life.

September 27, 2016

The Truth About Measure F

By Anonymous

An anonymous letter from a reader, aiming to educate you about Measures E and F and the fliers that have appeared on many cars in Isla Vista.

September 26, 2016

Something to Do

By Anjalie Tandon

Anjalie Tandon questions the logic behind simply filling your time.

September 22, 2016

Your Time at UCSB: A Letter From an Alumnus

By Derek Mead

Motherboard Editor in Chief and UCSB Alumnus Derek Mead shares advice on how to maximize your time at UCSB.

September 9, 2016

Want to Change the World? Stop Flipping the Channel

By Nik Frey

Nik Frey warns against what many believe to be harmless channel flipping as a shield from the world's conflicts.

September 4, 2016

Colin Kaepernick: A Purpose Misunderstood

By Sean White

Sports Editor Sean White stands with Colin Kaepernick in his call to action.

August 25, 2016

Letter from the Editor: A Look Ahead for the Class of 2020

By Megan Mineiro

Class of 2020, welcome to paradise. Now that you stand at the gateway, allow me to give you a look inside what the future holds in store for you.