Opinion

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Column

Tragedy plus time equals comedy, but how soon is too soon?

Exploring whether “humor” is still “funny” in midst of pandemic Over these last two months — excuse me, first two months — of “attending” virtual...
Editorial

All lives do not matter until Black lives matter

The Editorial Board expresses its solidarity with nationwide protests for Black Lives Matter movement George Floyd’s tragic death in broad daylight should not come as...
Column

Retail therapy doesn’t have to be an oxymoron

It can provide the creative stimulation we need to move forward To many, retail therapy means one of two things — either a “treat...
Editorial

The Editorial Board meets with Chancellor Gary May, UC Davis administrators

May, administrators discuss COVID-19 impact on university, Campus Media Board, mental health The California Aggie’s Editorial Board had a Zoom call with Chancellor Gary May;...
Humor

Humor: Chancellors hold secret meeting during COVID-19

“How can we keep screwing students if there’s a pandemic?” In this series of investigative pieces, The California Aggie investigates how the COVID-19 crisis has...
Column

In deep blue California, Republicans find signs of life

Mike Garcia’s special election victory shows Republicans how to succeed in blue states After a sound defeat in the 2018 midterms, California Republicans have a...
Column

Female rappers are the future of hip-hop

With fresh stories and perspectives, female rappers are elevating hip-hop higher than ever before We’re lucky enough to be living in a period that, despite...
Humor

Humor: New perspectives on pain, pandemics & human suffering with Zorbulus the Reptilian

Guidance and wisdom for trying times — from an unlikely source Reporter R.E. Porter is typically tasked with analyzing health and science issues, reporting on...
Editorial

Asian Pacific Islander Americans are an integral part of our campus, community

May should serve as a month to honor API Americans, not disparage them Each May marks Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, in honor of the...
Column

Pay attention to mental health resources when picking a college

The best college experiences come with the best support systems There’s nothing more exciting than receiving an acceptance letter from your top college. Choosing which...
Guest

Guest: How UC Davis can reduce the risk of diabetes on campus

UC Davis should lead by example of UCSF, UCLA and reduce sale of sugary drinks while providing healthier alternatives  One in three Americans will get...
Column

We can still dress up even though we’re stuck at home

Keeping up with a routine can still be meaningful during quarantine   When schools announced temporary remote instruction due to the coronavirus, millions of students across...
Humor

Humor: MU preacher still preaching at the MU

Should I even talk to him? I walked by the Memorial Union last week and it was completely different. COVID-19 cleared out the campus. Except...
Column

Press conferences are not political rallies

Turning COVID-19 briefings into tools of political campaigning are not beneficial to nation or president  The 2020 presidential election is like none before it. The fallout...
Column

Post-Soviet sentimentalism

The rise of Soviet nostalgia signals a lack of closure On Dec. 26, 1991, the infamous hammer and sickle flag lowered, and the red, white...
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