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Ask AJ: Assholes

May 21, 2019 by

This week, AJ resolves readers' rectum-related reservations.
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“Does This Compliment Make Me Look Fat?”

May 20, 2019 by

Melanie Ziment considers the hypocrisy surrounding self-love culture.
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Why ‘Bromance’ Should Be Normalized

May 20, 2019 by

Paige Holloway discusses the benefits of emotionally rich male friendships.
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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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The Best Winner of Game of Thrones Would Be No One

May 16, 2019 by

Sarah Garrett argues for her desired ending to the hit show "Game of Thrones." WARNING: CONTAINS SPOILERS.
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The UCen Bird Attacked Me and I Lived To Tell the Tale

May 16, 2019 by

One-time UCen Bird survivor Ally McCulloch recounts her run-in with a feathered foe.
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Argument in the Office: Is Barefooting Acceptable?

May 16, 2019 by and

Simon Ahrens and Katherine Chen confront the greatest controversy of our time: the practice of public barefootery.
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Daily Nexus “Best Of” Voting 2019

May 16, 2019 by

The Nexus presents its annual "Best Of" voting for 2019. Choose your favorites such as food, music, and places that light up Isla Vista.
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Stop Romanticizing Serial Killers

May 15, 2019 by

Jordan Curiel on the dangers of glorifying serial killers in film and television.
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In 2020, ‘Nice Guys’ Finish First

May 13, 2019 by

In response to Joe Biden's presidential candidacy, Grace Wiley argues that political figures must be held accountable for sexual misconduct.
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The Consequences of the UCPD Allegations

May 9, 2019 by

Anonymous examines the implications of the allegations against the UCSB UCPD.
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Life and Death in a Nutshell

May 9, 2019 by

Harper Lambert writes about living with a fatal food allergy and the surprising lessons she learned along the way.
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Unpeeling the Layers of Identity: What “Asian-American” Means To Me

May 7, 2019 by

Refuting racial dichotomies, Pei Ja Anderson sets out to define "Asian-American" for herself.
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Liberalism vs. Open-Mindedness: No, They’re Not the Same

May 6, 2019 by

Jordan Curiel points out the differences between left-leaning politics and true liberalism.
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My Struggle to Master My Mindset

May 5, 2019 by

Anabel Costa probes the benefits of embracing a growth mindset.
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