Virtual Reality

Should Past Mistakes Define a Person’s Future?

June 28, 2019 by

Social media posts are often perceived as private and impermanent. Reflecting on two recent news items, Joshen Mantai insists that they are anything but.
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Is Your Daily Routine Someone Else’s?

June 3, 2019 by

Morgan Wiitala asks her fellow Gauchos to examine the effect YouTube videos have on their routines.
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Social Media is Messing with our Memories

May 27, 2019 by

Jordan Curiel raises questions about the "Memory" tool featured on social media platforms.
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AirPods Clout Raises Doubts

May 18, 2019 by

Anum Damani considers why AirPods are in such popular demand—and if the hype is worth it.
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Separating Artists From Their Art: When Are They #Canceled?

February 25, 2019 by

Alysha Agarwal debates the severity of #canceled culture in the age of the Internet, and where we should really draw the line.
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The Brandwagon Effect

February 19, 2019 by

Cristian Loza calls Apple's tech monopoly into question.
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Argument in the Office: The Merits of Read Receipts

January 31, 2019 by and

Opinion writers Ally McCulloch and Simon Ahrens face off on the societal value of read receipts.
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AirPods: Pretentious or Practical?

January 30, 2019 by

Unafraid to stir up controversy, Melanie Ziment pleads her case for the 'Pods.
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The Clickbait Debate: Is Gossip Newsworthy?

December 6, 2018 by

Morgan Wiitala examines the blurred line between news and entertainment in media coverage of the Trump Administration.
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Tinder Massages: A Whole New Meaning of “I Gaucho Back”

June 13, 2018 by

Katherine Chen provides a strong endorsement of seeking massages via Tinder.
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‘#Canceled’ Culture Has No Place in the Classroom

May 18, 2018 by

Harper Lambert discusses the consequences of a hashtag trend.
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Best Dating Apps for People at UCSB Who Are Interested in Being in a Relationship

February 7, 2018 by

With Valentine's Day approaching, Komal Surani breaks down the online dating scene to assist Gauchos on their search for love.
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Sensationalism in Social Media

December 28, 2017 by

Brian Do cautions against the perception that social media posts are an accurate reflection of everyday life.
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Social Media Is Dumbing Down Political Discourse

November 8, 2017 by

Brian Wheat critiques the polarization of opinions and discourse in the modern political landscape.
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Preserving Our Rights in the Digital Age

September 24, 2017 by

Hugh Cook explores the potential for exploitation when one logs onto the Internet and advises users on how they can protect themselves.
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