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Bringin’ Back the Thunder

January 9, 2014 by

In this letter to the editor, Reza Garajedaghi tells of the origins of true Gaucho spirit and encourages students to join the alumni in bringing the "thunder back to the dome."
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Start Thinking Fukushima

January 9, 2014 by

Opinion Editor Emile Nelson explains why UCSB needs to start paying attention to the situation at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant.
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Health Concerns or Hypocrisy? On a Smoke-Free UCSB

January 8, 2014 by

A UCSB graduate student tries to peek over the UC Regents' "Wall of Silence."
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Interns of the World, Unite!

January 8, 2014 by

You might want to think twice before you interview for that unpaid internship this summer.
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2014: Year of the Hump

January 8, 2014 by

This year, make some resolutions that you'll actually want to keep.
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Get Your Shot of Reason

January 7, 2014 by

Jay Grafft explains why the benefits of vaccinations outweigh the potential negatives.
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Sergeant Signa Still ‘Nose’ Best

January 6, 2014 by

Sgt. Mark Signa is all hopped up on painkillers and ready to tell you why you shouldn't abuse painkillers.
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The Napolitano Problem: Why Resignation is the Only Solution

November 26, 2013 by

After attending a meeting with newly appointed UC President Janet Napolitano, Katlen Abu Ata explains her continued frustration with Napolitano's history and qualifications.
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Increase the A’s, Lower the Zzz’s

November 26, 2013 by

Jay Grafft is solving America's education problems, one step at a time.
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A Pre-Holiday Health Scare

November 25, 2013 by

Ben Moss explains why he does what he can to make the most of his good health to honor those who do not have that same opportunity.
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Drugs and Alcohol: A Deadly Duo

November 25, 2013 by and

We all know that mixing drugs and alcohol is risky business, but here's exactly how big of a risk you're actually taking.
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Protests, Pepper Spray and Compensation

November 22, 2013 by

Jonathan Rogers explains his disappointment with the $38,000 settlement awarded to former Lieutenant John Pike of the UC Police Department.
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Big Box Socialism: Paying the Price for a Walmart Economy

November 21, 2013 by

Mario Vasquez explains why Walmart may not be so good for anyone, but its owners.
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The Tasteful Keys to a Successful Sext

November 20, 2013 by

Hayley E. is sick of all these weak sexts - here's how to step up your game.
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Breaking the Second Term Curse

November 19, 2013 by

Mckinley Krongaus turns a critical eye on one of her biggest heroes ... President Obama.
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