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Be Wary of Immigration Reform

November 26, 2014 by Austin Yack

Austin Yack voices his perspective regarding President Obama's recent actions on immigration reform.
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The Story of JC Penney: Do We Really Not Want to be Deceived?

November 25, 2014 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.
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Reconsidering the Right to Die

November 25, 2014 by Matthew Meyer

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

November 24, 2014 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.
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Our Unhealthy Relationship with Instagram

November 24, 2014 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 goin...
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The ‘It’s On Us’ Campaign and Why It Matters

November 21, 2014 by Emily Potter

Emily Potter explains why it really is on us.
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A Holiday Hump

November 20, 2014 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
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David, Goliath, and the Gaucho Volleyball Game

November 20, 2014 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 Thunderdo...
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Being British: 101

November 19, 2014 by Alyssa Evans

Alyssa Evans answers your pressing questions about everything from tea and crumpets to her (variable) accent
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S.B. en Solidaridad con Ayotzinapa

November 19, 2014 by SB con Ayotzinapa

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

November 19, 2014 by Penelope Monte

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

November 18, 2014 by Katherine Anderson

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

November 18, 2014 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
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