Opinion

Letter from the editor

Congratulations to the Class of 2023!   Dear readers,   As I write this, I am in my last few weeks of college and my last few weeks...

What I will miss about freshman year

Nothing. Just kidding. But…   By CARMEL RAVIV — craviv@ucdavis.edu   What felt like a year that would last a lifetime is now coming to an end. My...

Moo-ving out and moo-ving on

Our tips for saving money and reducing stress during the moving process   By THE EDITORIAL BOARD   Yes, it’s that time of year again in Davis. We’re...

Decorating your room can be a form of self-expression

You should turn your college living situation into your own personal sanctuary   By YASMEEN O’BRIEN — yjobrien@ucdavis.edu   As college students, our rooms are pretty temporary. We...

How to hype up future Aggies

Incoming freshmen are the future of America. Hoorah!   By CARMEL RAVIV — craviv@ucdavis.edu   As this tumultuous school year comes to a close and we shed our...

Color psychology and its functions in society

How you can utilize knowledge of color for your benefit   By MAYA KORNYEYEVA — mkornyeyeva@ucdavis.edu        Colors are all around you. From the blue of the...

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...

Back-up commencement speakers

Help, I’m being replaced   By ANNABEL MARSHALL — almarshall@ucdavis.edu    When I heard that comedian and UC Davis alum Hasan Minhaj had been formally invited to speak...

Attend local live music events

Show your support for Davis’s music scene that showcases a diverse range of up-and-coming artists    By THE EDITORIAL BOARD   With mainstream artists like K-pop group BTS...

Davis is the perfect summer vacation spot if you’re an imp from the underworld

“It reminds me of the weather back home,” Satan said   By OWEN RUDERMAN — opinion@theaggie.org   “Summer vacation destination” isn’t usually the first thing that comes to...

UC Davis should consider ending or amending their pouring rights contract

There are ways to balance the economic benefits of a beverage company sponsorship with our commitment to reducing plastic waste on campus   By THE EDITORIAL...

Hug your friends

Show your appreciation for those who have made your college experience special   By THE EDITORIAL BOARD   There’s an episode of “How I Met Your Mother” that...

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...