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Thursday, March 28, 2024

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Squash the condescension: In defense of the liberal arts

The humanities provide skills vital to a well-rounded, functioning society “This is what the real, no-bullshit value of your liberal arts education is supposed to...

Perspective in Politics: Muhammad Ali, racial separation and diversity

How Ali’s views still exist in today’s multicultural society Muhammad Ali is known for his achievements and actions both inside and outside of the boxing...

Addressing the controversies of “13 Reasons Why”

Content about mental health and suicide shouldn’t be restricted just because it’s on TV Coming to the end of 2017, it’s safe to say that...

Perspective in Politics: Can we fix polarization?

Appealing to diverse moral values is vital to uniting people Polarization in politics affects not just discussions in Washington and Sacramento, but also those at...

Failing to reach the World Cup reveals questions about America’s winning ways

In a country so used to winning, what does losing to minor nations say about our national character? If you missed the final whistle amid...

How can UC Davis get the attention it deserves for mental health awareness?

UCLA’s study on depression receives both praise and publicity College students have a high risk of developing a mental illness. With this in mind, I...

Kaepernick’s kneeling: The anthem is not reserved exclusively for the military

What began as a rightful protest has been obscured by slander in the name of patriotism Flags and the people waving them tend to make...

Perspective in Politics: A personal dilemma with hate speech

My experiences and core beliefs affect my views on hate speech “Hate speech” is a term that’s used often on this campus and at universities...

My experience with mental illness is real, and now I’m ready to share

No single story looks the same — and that’s why listening is so important I can’t stress enough that mental health is a serious issue...

Here’s an “eye-opener”: Removing the tired cliches about traveling

Travel has more to offer than simply another story Over the summer, I traveled around Thailand and Malaysia by train and bus. It was a...

Perspective in Politics: Current policing strategy has polarized the public

Trust is the key to ending police violence When people talk about the police, the subject of police brutality often comes to mind. Eight years...

Mental health: Catching the warning signs before the symptoms become severe

Intense stress renders college students especially vulnerable to mental illness As a college student, I can say that this period in our lives often provides...

Letter from the Editor

It is my pleasure to welcome all those at UC Davis and the surrounding community back to school. For incoming first-year and transfer students:...

Introvert: The inverted side of the extroverted coin

Introverts get the short stick, but misconceptions are slowly eroding This is an age of social and identity stratification, and many groups are making their...

Perspective in Politics: Does identity play too much of a role?

Identity politics can often pressure people to adopt assigned beliefs With recent political developments, identity politics play a large role in how the public interprets...