Opinion

November 16, 2015

Responding to Terrorism

By Hayden Plunkett

Hayden Plunkett considers the underlying reasons for terrorist action.

November 13, 2015

The Demonization of Greek Life

By Jason Garshfield

The persecution of Greek Life members is unparalleled on campus and threatens student freedom, Jason Garshfield argues.

November 12, 2015

Why We Need #SaySomething

By Joren Adams

Joren Adams offers a response to our last article regarding mental health and stigmatization, and explains why #SaySomething is an effective campaign.

November 10, 2015

Maximize Your Sleep to Improve Memory, Mood and Creativity

By Sharleen O'Brien

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, motivated and revived. ...

November 6, 2015

Dear Students of UCSB: A Letter From Alumnus Tony Pierce

By 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 publish this article a...

November 5, 2015

Ineffective at Best, Frightening at Worst: Inside Gaucho FYI

By Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs

Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs shares his disturbing experience attending UCSB's mandatory drug and sexual assault prevention program.

November 4, 2015

Being In a Relationship Without Being In a Relationship: A Modern Magic Trick

By Sebastianne Kent

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.

November 3, 2015

How to Be a Loving Friend to Someone With Depression

By Leilani Leila Riahi

Leilani details the ways in which you can care for friends and yourself in the midst of a depressive episode.

October 30, 2015

Mental Health on Campus: Addressing Silence and Stigmatization

By Jason Garshfield

Jason Garshfield takes a closer look at rhetoric surrounding mental health support on campus.

October 29, 2015

Excursion Club: Less Blackout, More Stoke

By Nik Frey

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 beaches. Can you gue...