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Letter From the Editor: Merk’s Paradise

June 7, 2018 by Jorge Mercado

New Editor-in-Chief Jorge Mercado introduces himself and examines the past three years in college, and the nexus, that has led him to this point.
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Two Down, Two to Go: Reflections From the Halfway Mark

June 7, 2018 by Hannah Jackson

As her sophomore year comes to a close, Assistant Opinion Editor Hannah Jackson reflects on her UCSB experience thus far.
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Letter From the Editor: For Fox Sake, 4 Years Sure Flew By

June 7, 2018 by Maura Fox

I’m a little confused by it all, to be honest; how do four years go by so quickly?
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Measure R – Let’s Take Back OUR Isla Vista

June 2, 2018 by Jonathan Abboud

Jonathan Abboud asserts that voting Yes on Measure R is the right decision for the benefit of the Isla Vista community.
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In Slow-Motion: Experiencing Loss From Afar

May 31, 2018 by Hannah Jackson

Hannah Jackson unpacks the emotions that come with experiencing grief as a college student.
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Being a Virgin in the Hookup Culture

May 30, 2018 by Calista Liu

Calista Liu reflects on her decision to wait to have sex on her own terms, rather than those of society.
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The Student Experience: Mental Health Vignettes

May 24, 2018 by Opinion Editor

UCSB students share their stories and insights about mental health.
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A Letter of Love: Revisiting the Isla Vista Tragedy Four Years Later

May 23, 2018 by Cassie Rubio

A recent UCSB graduate reflects on the tragic events of May 23, 2014.
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‘#Canceled’ Culture Has No Place in the Classroom

May 18, 2018 by Harper Lambert

Harper Lambert discusses the consequences of a hashtag trend.
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Isla Vista Needs Your Support for Measure R

May 17, 2018 by James Ferraro

James Ferraro compels Isla Vistans to vote "Yes" on Measure R in the election on June 5th.
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Earth Day Every Day!

May 10, 2018 by Calista Liu

Calista Liu discusses the no-straw movement and other ways we can show love to the Earth every day.
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A Love Letter to My Roots

May 9, 2018 by Sanya Kamidi

Sanya Kamidi reflects on her cultural identity and what it means to be Indian.
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The Students of Color Conference Is a Microcosm of National Anti-Blackness

May 9, 2018 by Alexandra Gessesse

Every year since 1968, the University of California Students Association has teamed with a different UC campus and the External Vice President of Statewide Affairs Office to host the Student of Color ...
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