Opinion

December 2, 2014

What the Abortion Debate is Really About

By Carlos Flores

Carlos Flores explains his support for the sanctity of life in the abortion debate.

December 2, 2014

The Tuition Problem

By Opinion Editor

The Daily Nexus staff responds to the Regents' planned tuition increase.

December 1, 2014

Fix Your Fashion

By Jackie Carlson

Need incentive to change into something that doesn't look like pajamas? Jackie Carlson breaks down the reasons why style matters, from the classroom to your couch.

November 26, 2014

Be Wary of Immigration Reform

By Austin Yack

Austin Yack voices his perspective regarding President Obama's recent actions on immigration reform.

November 25, 2014

The Story of JC Penney: Do We Really Not Want to be Deceived?

By Alex Cho

"There's a sale at Penney's!" Alex Cho explains why deceptive marketing tactics work, and why we actually prefer them to retailer honesty.

November 25, 2014

Reconsidering the Right to Die

By Matthew Meyer

Matthew Meyer analyses responses to the death with dignity movement in light of Brittany Maynard's recent passing.

November 24, 2014

Embrace Being the Transition Generation

By Ben Nguyen

Ben Nguyen explains that we have a special privilege, as the generation that has already seen so much and will be able to change so much more.

November 24, 2014

Our Unhealthy Relationship with Instagram

By Brenna Dilger

We live in a decade where Instagram likes have nearly replaced face-to-face compliments. If a selfie gets more than 30 likes, then you feel that surge of confidence-boosting validation and it’s going to be a good day. ...

November 21, 2014

The ‘It’s On Us’ Campaign and Why It Matters

By Emily Potter

Emily Potter explains why it really is on us.

November 20, 2014

A Holiday Hump

By R. Pengsta

Whether or not you'll be home to hump for the holidays, R. Pengsta has some advice on steaming up in whatever celebratory tradition you choose

November 20, 2014

David, Goliath, and the Gaucho Volleyball Game

By Derek Dimpfl

On the night of Friday, Nov. 7, an extraordinary event happened at the UCSB Women’s Volleyball match against Cal State Fullerton. Unauthorized feet trod on the sacred laminated wood of the Thunderdome’s hallowed play...

November 19, 2014

Being British: 101

By Alyssa Evans

Alyssa Evans answers your pressing questions about everything from tea and crumpets to her (variable) accent

November 19, 2014

S.B. en Solidaridad con Ayotzinapa

By SB con Ayotzinapa

In this Letter to the Editor, SB con Ayotzinapa explains why it's time for a change in Mexico.

November 19, 2014

The Freshman Experience

By Penelope Monte

Penelope Monte describes the anxiety-inducing situations most of us encounter within the first few months of college life

November 18, 2014

A Little Liquid Courage

By Katherine Anderson

Katherine Anderson explains why you might be happier tomorrow if you put the beer down today.

November 18, 2014

Stop Sick-Shaming

By Pia Delos Reyes

Angry glares and disgruntled comments actually don't help sick individuals recover. And chances are, you'll catch the bug too. Think before you shame the sick