Opinion

The opinions expressed by columnists, humorists, cartoonists, guest opinions contributors and writers of letters to the editor belong to those individuals alone. Editorials reflect the opinions of the Editorial Board. Content from the opinion desk does not necessarily indicate the views and opinions held by The California Aggie.

Humor

Welcome to the hottest new game show: Was this email written by a drunk 8-year-old or your tenured professor?

When the emojis come out, it’s anybody’s guess Host: Hello and welcome to UC Davis’ newest and only gameshow! Joining us today are three undergraduates...
Editorial

Unitrans and CoHo worker shortages must be addressed as quickly as possible

Despite efforts to increase staffing at essential ASUCD units, basic student needs aren’t being met Unitrans and the CoHo — two absolutely essential services at...
Editorial

We must do more to support Indigenous communities

The federal recognition of Indigenous Peoples’ Day brings greater awareness, but  Indigenous voices can be further uplifted through land acknowledgments and more active discussion...
Opinion

Consider getting a flu shot this fall

College campuses are especially vulnerable to flu outbreaks, so protect yourself and others with a flu shot Flu vaccines should be a routine part of...
Column

Cotton totes do not solve the plastic bag problem

Collecting cotton tote bags is not as eco-conscious as you think Plastic bag bans are becoming more common worldwide, which is a change for the...
Editorial

Facebook outage reaffirms its platforms’ addictive nature and our reliance on it

For all their value, platforms like Instagram are toxic, leaving users to self-regulate social media usage Waking up on Monday morning, many students might have...
Cartoon

Cartoon: The Aggie’s 106th Anniversary

Drawn by: Rushi Tawade –– rntawade@ucdavis.edu  (This cartoon is humor and/or satire, and its content is purely fictional. The story and names of “sources” are...
Humor

World Health Organization announces new diagnosis: Anxiety caused by fun fact icebreakers

Meditation and tea aren’t even enough to ease this one Local Rite Aids are running out of medication. Therapists are booked for weeks in advance...
Column

Guide to submitting guest opinion columns, cartoons

Students, professors and community members can send their pieces to opinion@theaggie.org My name is Eden Winniford, and I’m the editor for The California Aggie’s opinion...
Editorial

The Editorial Board shares why we’re glad to be back

It’s the little things Anjini Venugopal, Editor-in-Chief In what may come as a shock to the biking community here in Davis, I’ve always been more of...
Editorial

Public figures should not use their influence to spread COVID-19 misinformation

Trust doctors, not celebrities With the rapid rise of social media over the years, the connection between fans and people with a platform has only...
Editorial

Mask up, Ags

As we return to campus, it’s imperative to follow COVID-19 protocols and keep others in mind It’s certainly exciting to be back on campus now...
Opinion

People are not defined by their major

Think of a better question to ask new friends this quarter Meeting new people is never an easy task. I know that when I get...
Humor

UC Davis housing now leaves complimentary candles so all dorms can equally smell like cows

“Now you can get that cow smell in, but never out!” When it comes to housing, students have plenty of options these days, but none...
Opinion

Letter from the Editor

From the 2021–22 Editor-in-Chief Dear readers,  Welcome — or welcome back — to the most glorious of college towns. Over the past year, my love for...
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