First-Gen Life: The small routines that saved us this quarter

The purpose of this column is to support you. First-Gen Life will offer tips, stories and guidance to help first generation students not just...

The consuming blight

Stained glass wings shred like gossamer under their claws. Hoots and hollers, screams and shouts. The sounds of their glee, their raucous joy, fade...

Seven snacks to eat while studying for finals

Studying for finals can be mentally draining, but here are some cool snacks Highlanders can enjoy to fuel their brains.  Gum and mints  Dozing off while...

So you’ve got a crush … Here’s what you should do …

You sit down in your lecture hall at the beginning of the quarter. You don't want to be there, no one really does –...

Hate mail to Slate: The new advising portal

Dear Slate,  I hope this letter finds you well – actually, no. I hope this letter finds you exactly the way you find us: confused,...

Superheroes

Superheroes Crossword Hints: ACROSS 1. Greek peak 7. Bausch & ____ (lens maker) 11. Humanities degrees 14. Mountaintop nest 15. Baseball family name 16. Ignited 17. Used for recreational flying 19. Doctor’s club 20....

Oatmeal banana pancakes

Prep Time: 30 minutes Servings: 4-6 Ingredients: 1 cup of oatmeal 1 ripe banana 1 egg 2/3 cup milk of choice  1 tablespoon of of baking...

The Scotty bench

A University of California, Riverside (UCR) staple, the Scotty bench is loved by students, staff and faculty alike. This iron statue, with frankly creepy...

What finals week stresser are you?

1. When preparing for an exam, you usually:      a. Study for little bits at a time without giving it too much thought.     ...
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How each sign survives week 10

Aries (March 21 – April 19): The power walker   You walk across campus like you are late to save the world. Your confidence and caffeine...