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Fulfilling a Civic Duty

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I always thought the first time I voted would be memorable, one of those crucial steps in becoming an adult. When I turned 18, I was going to be ready to fulfill my civic duty. And when the Nov. 4 deadline loomed last week, I did vote. But it was nothing like what I imagined it would be. It is only now, after having  had the experience of voting with limited knowledge on … [Read more...] about Fulfilling a Civic Duty

Cali Kid Ready to Rally

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Stefan Menichella stepped onto the court ready to bring everything he's got as a premier player and leader for the Waves. He’s a Santa Barbara kid known beyond the Cali block as a hard hitter. Entering his sophomore year, Stefan Menichella was named captain of one of the nation’s premier tennis programs alongside sophomore Guilherme Hadlich.Tennis season swings into … [Read more...] about Cali Kid Ready to Rally

Going Coast to Coast

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Is the West Coast really, truly the best coast? Moving from one side of the country to the other for college can seem pretty daunting, especially considering each side is completely different from the other. My experience so far has been pretty positive, but the homesickness continues. On one side, living in the suburbs of the concrete jungle of the world has given me … [Read more...] about Going Coast to Coast

Shut up and Drive

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I absolutely love driving on PCH, windows down, music blasting. It is a completely blissful and reflective experience for me. And what I mean by driving down PCH is sitting in the passenger seat while on PCH. It’s a running joke with my family and friends that I like to be “chauffeured around.” I hate driving; I don’t deny it, and I am grateful to my drivers. Think of … [Read more...] about Shut up and Drive