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Yale, Mizzou and Beyond: Have Protestors Lost Sight of Their Intentions?

Jason Garshfield challenges protestors at Yale and Mizzou, and liberal students across the country to examine the methods by which they are protesting.
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Why America Should Do Right by Refugees

Calvin Chiu dissects the current refugee situation, and explains why many Americans are getting it wrong.
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Don’t be a Flu-sy, Get the New-sy

Dr. Ali Javanbakht describes the unpleasant consequences of putting off that flu shot.
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Not Suicidal Anymore

Leilani Leila Riahi wants to live now, because there's always hope.
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White Fragility at UCSB: A Response to the Demonization of Greek Life

A student responds to last week's article, The Demonization of Greek Life, with his thoughts about persecution at UCSB.
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Catch a Fire: A Letter from the Bernie Sanders Campaign

A letter from the Santa Barbara for Bernie 2016 campaign.
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Responding to Terrorism

Hayden Plunkett considers the underlying reasons for terrorist action.
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The Demonization of Greek Life

The persecution of Greek Life members is unparalleled on campus and threatens student freedom, Jason Garshfield argues.
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Why We Need #SaySomething

Joren Adams offers a response to our last article regarding mental health and stigmatization, and explains why #SaySomething is an effective campaign.
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Maximize Your Sleep to Improve Memory, Mood and Creativity

Waking from a good night of sleep is like a breath of fresh air. It brings relief from the physical, mental and emotional challenges of the prior day. Sufficient sleep leaves us feeling energized, mot...
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Dear Students of UCSB: A Letter From Alumnus Tony Pierce

The following article was taken directly from UCSB and Daily Nexus alumnus Tony Pierce’s blog, busblog. It first appeared on busblog on Monday, November 2nd. The Nexus was given permission to pu...
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Ineffective at Best, Frightening at Worst: Inside Gaucho FYI

Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs shares his disturbing experience attending UCSB's mandatory drug and sexual assault prevention program.
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Being In a Relationship Without Being In a Relationship: A Modern Magic Trick

Sebastianne Kent talks a little love and relationships in this edition of The Wednesday Hump. Are you looking for someone special? You probably aren't alone.
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How to Be a Loving Friend to Someone With Depression

Leilani details the ways in which you can care for friends and yourself in the midst of a depressive episode.
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Mental Health on Campus: Addressing Silence and Stigmatization

Jason Garshfield takes a closer look at rhetoric surrounding mental health support on campus.
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