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Your Time at UCSB: A Letter From an Alumnus

Motherboard Editor in Chief and UCSB Alumnus Derek Mead shares advice on how to maximize your time at UCSB.
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Want to Change the World? Stop Flipping the Channel

Nik Frey warns against what many believe to be harmless channel flipping as a shield from the world's conflicts.
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Colin Kaepernick: A Purpose Misunderstood

Sports Editor Sean White stands with Colin Kaepernick in his call to action.
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Letter from the Editor: A Look Ahead for the Class of 2020

Class of 2020, welcome to paradise. Now that you stand at the gateway, allow me to give you a look inside what the future holds in store for you.
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The Letter I Wish I Had Read as a Freshman

Emile Nelson shares his best advice for the incoming freshman class as he welcomes them to UCSB.
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A Million Short Romances

Anjalie Tandon notes the beauty of embracing the everyday romance.
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EVPLA’s Thoughts on Proposed Noise Ordinance Changes

Ashcon Minoiefar shares the EVPLA Office's opinion on a recent proposition to change I.V.'s Noise Ordinance.
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The Dilemma Democrats Are Facing

Opinion editors share their thoughts on the state of the Democratic Party.
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Summertime Sadness

Anjalie Tandon questions the glorification of sadness and depression.
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Summer Preparations

Dr. Ali Javanbakht shares tips for a healthy summer.
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Mourning the Revolution

Sebastianne Kent mourns what the Bernie Sanders campaign meant to her.
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Stop Bitching and Vote

Nik Frey urges you to fulfill your civic duty and vote in Tuesday's primary.
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A Response to ‘Why You Should Do Acid’

UCSB Alcohol and Drug Program Director Jackie Kurta and members of the Life of the Party organization respond to 'Why You Should Do Acid.'
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Going With the Flow: How To Face the Unknown

Allie Lebos shares her thoughts on how to brace yourself for what's to come.
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Outgoing EIC Bids Final Farewell

Emile Nelson reflects on his time at UCSB and the Nexus.
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