Why UCSC Style Is More Than Just Clothing
People shift away from trends rather than follow them. Brand and gender labels weren’t at the forefront of what defined themselves. These things made me realize that the style at UC Santa Cruz has a deeper meaning than I thought it ever could. Coming from…
Consider a Comic
I have always been fascinated by the concept of memories, big and small, and what they mean to people. Even a story shared by a stranger can be relatable if the listener opens their ears and finds moments where they can relate. Autobiographical comics and…
Through Our Pens: Go On a Digital Walk With Me
When I was a kid, I would go on walks every evening after dinner with my mom. As time went on and the two of us got busier, this was one of our first traditions to go. The further I grew from my childhood and…
A Note to Those Planting Their Roots
One thing I’ve learned at UC Santa Cruz is how to be comfortable feeling lost. There are no maps or trailheads guiding a college student on the perfect path. It is something we find through a series of right and wrong turns — the passions…
Your Future, As Explained By the Stars: Jordan’s UCSC Horoscopes
The 2020-21 school year will go down in history, but the next academic year is still a mystery. Students have navigated the depths of online curriculum. Some wandered the deserted maze of campus, falling into alien routines of COVID-19 testing and limited interaction. Many still…
Feelings on Fonts
In the fall of my first year at UC Santa Cruz, I applied to be a photographer for City on a Hill Press. For reasons unknown to me, I was hired as a production designer. However, I accepted the position, and this decision would tether…
It’s Spring Roll Season!
Growing up, I was never a fan of leafy greens. Therefore, I was never a fan of spring rolls. At a Vietnamese Student Association (VSA) fundraiser, I took my first bite of a spring roll in almost eight years and realized they aren’t that bad….
A Non-History of Queer Punk
I went to my first and only pride parade three years ago with prior warnings of old men who took the parade as an advantage to walk around naked in my head. However, when I got there, public indecency was the least offensive thing I…
Central Valley Musings
The biggest of the small towns. That’s the only way I can think to describe Modesto, California. Known primarily for agriculture and the birth of George Lucas, among other less savory statistics, Modesto doesn’t exactly receive love letters from those who grew up here. But,…
Six Scenic Spots on Campus Perfect for Releasing a Primal Scream
Anyone can tell you that being a college student is stressful. Especially during this strange and terrifying year of social isolation, remote work, and the pandemic, it’s important to release that stress in a healthy way. And what’s the best way to do that? A…