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The Demonization of Greek Life

The persecution of Greek Life members is unparalleled on campus and threatens student freedom, Jason Garshfield argues.
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Why We Need #SaySomething

Joren Adams offers a response to our last article regarding mental health and stigmatization, and explains why #SaySomething is an effective campaign.
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Maximize Your Sleep to Improve Memory, Mood and Creativity

Waking from a good night of sleep is like a breath of fresh air. It brings relief from the physical, mental and emotional challenges of the prior day. Sufficient sleep leaves us feeling energized, mot...
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Dear Students of UCSB: A Letter From Alumnus Tony Pierce

The following article was taken directly from UCSB and Daily Nexus alumnus Tony Pierce’s blog, busblog. It first appeared on busblog on Monday, November 2nd. The Nexus was given permission to pu...
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Ineffective at Best, Frightening at Worst: Inside Gaucho FYI

Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs shares his disturbing experience attending UCSB's mandatory drug and sexual assault prevention program.
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Being In a Relationship Without Being In a Relationship: A Modern Magic Trick

Sebastianne Kent talks a little love and relationships in this edition of The Wednesday Hump. Are you looking for someone special? You probably aren't alone.
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How to Be a Loving Friend to Someone With Depression

Leilani details the ways in which you can care for friends and yourself in the midst of a depressive episode.
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Mental Health on Campus: Addressing Silence and Stigmatization

Jason Garshfield takes a closer look at rhetoric surrounding mental health support on campus.
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Excursion Club: Less Blackout, More Stoke

If you’ve ever decided to grab a (insert your watercraft of choice) and paddle out at Sands Beach off Isla Vista, you may have noticed something unique that doesn’t exist on most other California ...
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The Doc on Dangerous Drugs

UCSB Student Health Medical Director Ali Javanbakht doesn't want this Halloween to be your last.
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Halloween as It Should Be

Opinion Editor Jackson Kerr notes the positives of recent IV Halloween trends
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The Myths about Adderall Magic

Is Adderall a magic solution to your academic procrastination? The Doc says no!
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The Case for Russian Intervention in Syria

Brice Richmond considers the potential might of Russia in combating militant extremists in the Syrian conflict.
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System Change Not Climate Change: A Response to ‘The Ecosocialism Parasite’

System Change Not Climate Change SB responds to an article criticizing its recent ecosocialism conference.
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The Power of Polarization

Political polarization threatens us all...Hayden Plunkett explains why.
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