Art by Bethany WilsonWatching his father stagger home one night when he was young, freshman Carson Vandermade said he didn't realize his father was drunk until an argument exploded between his parents. It wasn't until later in his life he fully understood that his father suffered from alcoholism."You don't understand it, because you're a kid, so it's not like something that's … [Read more...] about A Loved One’s Role in Addiction
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Keeping Up or Falling Behind?
Photo by Milan LoaiconoModeled by Isabel Klein Nineteen-year-old Emily Taylor* enjoyed her childhood in Malibu: learning how to ride a wave before bike, consuming the freshest fruits from her at-home garden and all while being surrounded by one of the most beautiful landscapes in the world. But when the opportunity came around to leave "the Bu," Emily decided to leave this … [Read more...] about Keeping Up or Falling Behind?
Raves and psychedelic drug culture — One and the same?
Photo by Milan LoaiconoModeled by Nicole Garza and Allison Nguyen"Just go to a festival, even if it’s some wack, local one ... experience the people, experience the magic, wear whatever you want," said Caroline Whitney, a rave enthusiast from Boston, Massachusetts, as advice to those unfamiliar with the many aspects of rave culture.For those outside of rave culture, raves … [Read more...] about Raves and psychedelic drug culture — One and the same?
Get SMART about Recovery
“Finding Nemo” introduces himself in a fish addiction meeting by saying, “Hi, my name is Bruce” and receives a collective greeting in response. Cultural recognition when someone talks about addiction and the recovery process is possible due to the 12-step programs that dominate the recovery environment. A person struggling with addiction traditionally finds his or her identity … [Read more...] about Get SMART about Recovery
DPS Reports 10.23.14
10/4/14 5:13 p.m. Traffic Related –Traffic Enforcement – Reckless Driving Location: John Tyler Drive Summary: A Public Safety officer observed two motorcycles enter campus through the exit lane. Officers made contact with both drivers, warned them for trespassing on private property, and escorted them off campus. 10/8/14 11:46 a.m. Incidents – … [Read more...] about DPS Reports 10.23.14
