Ready, Set, Battle of the Bands
When I heard about “The Battle of The Bands: Live at the Atrium” at the Catalyst on April 27, I knew I had to be there.
Above the Ocean, Below the Trees: Brutalist Architecture and History on Campus
Walk through UC Santa Cruz’s forested paths and you might see moss creeping into the grooves of wooden bridges and stone walls, or thick roots rupturing concrete as if gasping for breath. UCSC is often lauded as one of the most beautiful college campuses in…
Through Our Pens: The Stars Are My Stylist
Rather than looking to social media influencers and fast fashion trends, look to the stars to be your personal stylist. Astrology can serve as a way to understand yourself, your emotions, and how you communicate with the world around you. So what if you could…
Through Our Lens: Friends in Low Places
If you are like me, you were drawn to Santa Cruz by the seemingly endless nature. But with an increasingly full schedule, my impromptu nature excursions have become less and less frequent. Trips to the tide pool have been the perfect solution. I can only…
Through Our Lens: Stories Told on Skin
Having a piece of art on your body for the rest of your life is one of the biggest commitments you can make. Whether a tattoo has a deeper meaning, or just looks cool, it is always a reflection of who a person is, where…
Feeding Hungry Ghosts: a History of Santa Cruz Chinatowns
For every Chinatown still standing, there are dozens that have been bled dry and paved over. We move on from this history, because we’ve been told it doesn’t do anyone much good to dwell on ghosts. But the ghosts of Santa Cruz’s Chinatowns follow me…
What Your Room Decor Says About You
When you close your eyes and think of a happy space, where do you go? Some people retreat to a secluded waterfall. Other people might find reprieve at an amusement park. But most people just want to lie down in their room. Nothing embodies private…
Through Our Lens: Lessons Learned From Pole
When I first tried pole dancing I felt like I was doing something scandalous, and ultimately shameful. Writing this feels taboo, and especially writing this for the student paper feels taboo — at least, that is how I’ve been taught to view it. As women,…
Through Our Pens: Bedtime Stories for the Hibernating Adventurer
All I’ve wanted to do lately is curl up under my blankets and be read a story. In exchange for nearly falling asleep in classes, I wish only to fall asleep to the sound of a comforting, familiar voice. In celebration of the season of…
Through Our Pens: Unsung Comedians of Pacific
To the untrained eye, Downtown Santa Cruz is host to a wonderful collection of outlets, boutiques, and restaurants designed to satiate the hunger of any consumer. If you take out an earbud and listen closely, you’ll be exposed to a wide cast of characters detailing…