Photo by Shayla Girardin The holidays are quickly approaching and for most of us this means a host of holiday treats and goodies. After months of hitting the books and finishing off your finals the holidays can be a much needed time of rest and rejuvenation. We deserve it! But the change of schedule, lazy days and holiday treats aren’t always conducive to healthy living. So … [Read more...] about Tips for Healthy Holiday Eating
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Farewell, Malibu, I’ll Miss You
My eyes take in the blinding sun as it glistens above the water, beginning its descent and illuminating the sky with pink clouds. I can barely notice my laborious breathing as I turn around and see the view after a long journey from main campus to the School of Law Caf. This has become an ordinary occurrence I am fond of: the beauty and the burning calves. Exactly a month from … [Read more...] about Farewell, Malibu, I’ll Miss You
Acoustic Guitars Introduce Charity
Photos by Jenna Aguilera Drinking water has never felt more important. The 10 Days charity campaign began Saturday in the amphitheater. The campaign was preceded by a small concert held the previous Friday in the amphitheater that introduced and attempted to spread further awareness of the campaign. The campaign is part of a larger organization called Living Water. For those … [Read more...] about Acoustic Guitars Introduce Charity
It’s Not Sexism; It’s Empowerment
The video game and comic industries have long been derided for their depictions of women, more so than even film and literature. Frankly, with the long history of the scandalous outfits, provocative poses and scenarios created simply for titillation, it’s not hard to see why both mediums would come under fire. However, the conflict between the opposing sides of feminism is not … [Read more...] about It’s Not Sexism; It’s Empowerment
Race is Holding the US Back
I am sick and tired of race. How can I say that? Am I denying my own identity by saying this? No. Race is socially constructed, and I am disgusted with the way that our society has used it to systematically disadvantage people, especially those of color. There is nothing inherent about race, except humanity. We are all a part of the human race. But socially constructed racial … [Read more...] about Race is Holding the US Back