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Thursday, November 21, 2024

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Take advantage of intramural sports at UC Davis

Reduced anxiety and new friendships are some of the advantages to getting active   By AUDREY BOYCE — afboyce@ucdavis.edu   It is no secret that college provides a...

Talk to your neighbor

Reflections on meaningful interactions with strangers   By YASMEEN O’BRIEN — yjobrien@ucdavis.edu   I am often the person who will spark up a conversation with the person next...

Secrets from a Starbucks barista

Drinks and customizations that are sure to improve your next coffee run   By MAYA KORNYEYEVA — mkornyeyeva@ucdavis.edu   To some, Starbucks can seem slightly overwhelming, with their...

ADHD diagnoses need to be reworked for girls

Hyperactivity is only one of many symptoms of the disorder, and it doesn’t manifest itself as often in girls   By AUDREY BOYCE — afboyce@ucdavis.edu   Contrary to...

UC Davis merch needs an overhaul

Aggies deserve classic and creative official merchandise    By OWEN RUDERMAN — opinion@theaggie.org   Regrettably, my time in Davis is approaching its end. And even though I’ve only...

Self-reflection is the greatest gift you can give yourself

Try the VIA Character Strengths Survey   By YASMEEN O’BRIEN — yjobrien@ucdavis.edu   I have found self-reflection to be one of the secrets to my happiness. For some,...

Stop talking, start helping

What you can actually do to make a difference during humanitarian crises    By EMILIE BROWN — emrbrown@ucdavis.edu   Across the globe, from the turbulent Palestinian-Iranian conflict to...

Remote work isn’t strictly better than in-person work

It’s important to choose your work environment wisely when searching for a job   By OWEN RUDERMAN — opinion@theaggie.org   The post-COVID era that we are now in...

What your car model says about you

Volkswagen gets an honorable mention because swag is in the name   By MAYA KORNYEYEVA — mkornyeyeva@ucdavis.edu   You’ve probably heard that cars are extensions of our personalities....

The new Snapchat AI is terrifying

AI cannot replace human connection   By AUDREY BOYCE — afboyce@ucdavis.edu   For years, social media has caused a whirlwind of controversy about how it can impact young...

Harry Potter and the colonialist fantasy

While some may advocate for separating the art from the artist, Rowling’s regressive views have always been present within the text   By GEETIKA MAHAJAN —...

What your favorite ‘70s band says about you

Disclaimer: If you listen to any of these bands, you have great taste   By YASMEEN O’BRIEN — yjobrien@ucdavis.edu   Fleetwood Mac You have a flair for the dramatic,...

Food shouldn’t just be about calories

Eating healthy and sharing food with family and friends can help boost physical and emotional well-being   By MAYA KORNYEYEVA — mkornyeyeva@ucdavis.edu   Most of the time, we...

The problem with fast fashion

Trendy trouble for our planet and people   By EMILIE BROWN — emrbrown@ucdavis.edu   Fashion trends may come and go, but the consequences of fast fashion are here...

Secrets to college success

Apps and websites that will help you ace those midterms, maintain your health and get more sleep   By EMILIE BROWN — emrbrown@ucdavis.edu   We all know college...