UCLA, Berkeley, UC Davis, and UC Santa Barbara students are outraged over the creation of campus “White Student Union” Facebook pages. In the midst of outcries amongst colleges nationwide and increased tensions between administrations and students, these pages have come unwelcome to many. It seems to be the case that these pages are not being […]
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"White Student Unions” on the UC Campuses
UCLA, Berkeley, UC Davis, and UC Santa Barbara students are outraged over the creation of campus “White Student Union” Facebook pages. In the midst of outcries amongst colleges nationwide and increased tensions between administrations and students, these pages have come unwelcome to many. It seems to be the case that these pages are not being […]
Posted inOpinion, Staff Op-Ed
New UCSD Bikepaths… Aren’t
This Fall Quarter as part of the reworking of Peterson Hill, UCSD unveiled its first campus core bike path (the only bike-friendly arterial of its kind). UCSD has had an unhealthy relationship with campus cyclists. UCSD bike infrastructure has long been defined by an insufficient amount of designated bike parking throughout major areas of campus […]
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Goody’s New Breakfast Burrito: A Review
Goody’s: A staple of UCSD since… well, since its establishment in 2009. For the student who can’t bring themselves to endure the collective 20-minute commute to and from Chipotle via bus, Goody’s is a godsend. Yes, this burrito dispensing monstrosity has, in the late hours of the night, saved the lives of many starving burrito […]
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Goody's New Breakfast Burrito: A Review
Goody’s: A staple of UCSD since… well, since its establishment in 2009. For the student who can’t bring themselves to endure the collective 20-minute commute to and from Chipotle via bus, Goody’s is a godsend. Yes, this burrito dispensing monstrosity has, in the late hours of the night, saved the lives of many starving burrito […]
Posted inOpinion, Staff Op-Ed
SD Hacks: The Aftermath
A few weeks ago, UC San Diego experienced its first ever inter-collegiate hackathon, SD Hacks. More than a year ago, I decided that I wanted to make this happen, and set out on one of the longest journeys of my life to see it to completion. Before I even begin to start talking about the […]
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Late Night UCSD
It’s 1am. You’re hungry or you need to study or you’re a little hung over (or quite possibly a combination of all three). Whatever your need may be, here’s a list of the top 10 best late night spots to satisfy your cravings. 10 – Geisel Where: On Campus Open: 24/7 The second floor of […]
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Editorial: In Solidarity
Do you remember the Compton Cookout? When UCSD students were invited to dress in “baggy pants” or “dreads” with “bonus points if boxers contain a reference to basketball or rap or money.” What about two weeks ago, when students were told by an Associate Master at Yale that it was alright to be “a little […]
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Weekly Roundup – Nov. 16th
Yoooooo! Week two of my event commentary and we’re still going strong. This train shows no signs of slowing and there’s nothing that can keep me from bringing you guys all the best events heading your way this upcoming week (save natural disaster, zombies, or being run down by a bike on the new campus […]
Posted inArts and Culture, Music
Girlpool Performs at Ché Café with Holling; Bobby T. and the Slackers
Last Tuesday, a crowd huddled up outside the sliding glass doors of the Ché Café, bearing the rainy weather in anticipation for touring folk punk rock band Girlpool, with opening performances by Holling and Bobby T. and the Slackers. Now based in Philadelphia, Girlpool was formed in LA back in 2013 by guitarist Cleo Tucker […]