Opinion

October 15, 2013

The Problem With the Nobel Prize

By Ben Moss

Columnist Ben Moss explains why awarding the Nobel Prize can be problematic when it comes to the humanities.

October 15, 2013

Letter to the Editor: I’m Obsessed With Snoop

By Risa Weber

In this Letter to the Editor, Risa Weber expresses her concern that celebrity culture is taking over her brain.

October 14, 2013

We’re All Bloody Equal

By Jay Grafft

The FDA's lifetime-ban on gay male blood donors is downright archaic ... here's why it should be amended.

October 10, 2013

Sticks and Stones: Why Names Can Hurt

By Suraj Sood

Fourth-year psychology/philosophy major Suraj Sood takes up issue with the word "disorder."

October 9, 2013

Horniness and Hunger: More in Common Than You Might Think?

By Echo Meyers

Echo Meyers tells you why shouldn't ignore your urges.

October 9, 2013

Let’s Talk Labia

By Naomi Rea

Naomi Rea explains why you shouldn't fear your (or anyone else's) vagina.

October 8, 2013

Jumping the Pond: From Ireland to I.V.

By Naomi Rea

It's her first time in America, and EAP student Naomi Rea has already had plenty of culture shocks, from her first experience with a gun, to her elation over our fancy iced water.

October 7, 2013

Insider Tips from Sergeant Signa

By Mark Signa

Sgt. Mark Signa gives you the "do's and don'ts" for avoiding run-ins with the law.

October 4, 2013

Letter to the Editor: On Chivalry and Disappointment

By Anonymous

In this week's Letter to the Editor, an anonymous contributor appeals to the gentle side of the men of Isla Vista.

October 3, 2013

Why Being Offended Should be a Thing of the Past

By Jay Grafft

Staff writer Jay Grafft thinks that these days, everyone's just a little bit too offended...and that's just positively medieval.

October 3, 2013

The Government Shutdown : It Is Your Problem

By Mckinley Krongaus

Letter to the Editor: Third-year political science major Mckinley Krongaus tells you why the government shutdown is really everyone's problem.

October 2, 2013

Just the Tips: The Hump’s Buzzed Wisdom

By Hayley E.

"Wednesday Hump" author Hayley E. pops open a bottle of wine and reflects on her freshman year.

September 30, 2013

Working Beneath Storke Tower: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at our Editorial Process

By Opinion Editor

Ever wondered what happens to the op-eds that you guys write in? Here's a sneak peek at what we do here at the Nexus Opinion desk.

September 27, 2013

Letter to the Editor: Just Do It

By Veronika Navarra

Veronika Navarra tells you to get up and get active in this week's Letter to the Editor.

September 26, 2013

Non-Smoker Supports the Right to Light Up

By Jay Grafft

Nexus columnist Jay Grafft defends your right to smoke on campus.

September 19, 2013

Cutting Out the Fat: How Going Meatless Might Save the World

By Kenny Torrella

Kenny Torrella, a Humane Society food policy coordinator, describes the far-reaching effects of eating vegetarian/vegan. Torrella points towards UCSB's "meatless mondays" campaign in the dining commons as a step in the r...