Opinion
"Why?" I'm sure that I don't have to go any further for you to know that this question, being asked over and over again, is referring to the horrible tragedy that occurred over the weekend. Speculatio...
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What does any of this have to do with you? As the living and working conditions of Third World people are degraded, Third World people are pitted against us in the First World.
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In honor of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (Feb. 26-March 2), I am asking fellow UCSB students to reconsider their dieting behaviors.
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Ask Gail Marshall if she dares to establish the same conditions for any of the other areas she represents.
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We mourn collectively for such a seemingly senseless loss of life, but extend our deepest sympathies to the families and friends of Christopher Divis, Nicholas Bourdakis, Elie Israel and Ruth Levy.
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To those countries with plenty to say: Either accept the actions taken by the U.N. pilots for their safety or stay the hell out of these matters, as you have no room to talk due to a long history of h...
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This letter is written in praise of the UCSB students, staff and faculty who hosted the 12th-annual UC systemwide LGBTA Conference.
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Dale Earnhardt died Sunday when his brain suddenly snapped off his spine in the kind of superwhiplash that occurs when you hit a wall going 190 mph.
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University of California President Richard Atkinson recommended that the University drop the SAT I as a basis for admission.
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I want to warn you and A.S. that the current proposal to elect your student body officers makes the value of your vote close to nil.
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Dearly beloved, we have gathered here today to mourn the passing of our dear friend Napster, who was taken from us by the ruthless bastards who refuse to understand the true value of art.
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Today's bit of fancy-sounding wisdom is "Carpe diem," which means "seize the day" and is good advice for everyone except epileptics.
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Prop 21 has been criticized for its far-reaching powers, including a "wiretap" provision for suspected gang members - potentially breaching the 4th Amendment.The measure came under heavy fir...
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As his last wish, Timothy McVeigh asked for his execution to be televised nationwide. The request was rejected, but you know there was some suit (read: Fox's Rupert Murdoch) in Hollywood drooling over...
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In my opinion, the energy crisis lies within the fact that we, as Americans, are addicted to energy but refuse to take viable energy alternatives, such as solar, wind, hemp (gasp!), and methanol serio...
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You are a lingering runner's high, watching the sun rise over the cliffs
You are the cozy feeling the moment you wake up, nestled under the quilt you got from your grandma
You are the burst of inspiration (and motivation) at 3:42 a.m. in the library
You are the lopsided Sharpie heart on your Cajé latte
When you take your shoes off at SBA security and know you're the hot, mysterious airport traveler
You are the rush after winning a debate concerning Domino's and Woodstock's
You are the random wave and smile from a semi-familiar face on the way to Biochemistry
You are the first bite of a warm Subway sandwich after a long day
You are the relief of getting your feet wet at the beach in the middle of July
You are the first non-dining hall meal after a final
You are the final stitch in your quarter-long knitting project
You are the walk across campus to your favorite song on a cold day: "Sweater Weather"
