Thursday, March 19, 2026
1.When studying, I usually:     A. Procrastinate until I pull an all nighter the night before.       B. Start early and take frequent breaks.     C. Power through and study for hours at a time.    2. I prefer:      A. Savory snacks     B. Refreshing food     C. Energizing sustenance   3. When looking for perfect snack food, I prioritize:      A....
Aging is often treated as a snapshot: a comparison between young and old, healthy and diseased. But according to the University of California, Riverside (UCR)’s bioengineering professor Joshua Morgan, this approach misses the most important part of aging- the slow, complex process that unfolds in the years between. His research aims to fill the gaps in the field, bridging...
Aries (March 21–April 19): Will Campbell Aries, your intensity is your superpower. Like Campell, you’re willing to “fight and die” for the ones you love, but remember to practice self care too. Taurus (April 20–May 20): Jaxon Smith-Njigba Like Smith-Njigba’s smooth route running, your cool presence is vital during midterm season. Also, your dependability in big moments is a weapon similar to...
Part of being the most diverse public university system in California means that the University of California, Riverside (UCR) is home to students of hundreds of different backgrounds. There are plenty of cultural organizations for students to join. The Egyptian Student Association (ESA) has recently added its name to the list, bringing a cozy environment, educational resources and a...
A raw, intimate meditation on losing joy and searching for the light that once made living feel whole.   Where did it go? The light, the laughter, the way my chest used to swell with something soft, something safe. Once, I cried from joy. Now, I scream in silence, and no one hears me breaking. When did it change? When did my tears, those sweet, glistening proof of feeling become a...
Was the last time you picked up a book for a class or to take a performative picture? You may not realize it, but it's been awhile since most of us have read for fun. Once elementary school ends everyone’s interest in reading tends to take a decline and few people end up picking it back up again later...
Prep Time: 15 minutes Servings: 4 Ingredients: 4 cups of oatmeal 4 tablespoons of chia seeds 2 cups of greek yogurt 2 cups of frozen mango chunks 4 cups of milk or milk substitute 4 tablespoons of maple syrup Instructions: Mix dry ingredients in a medium bowl until thoroughly combined. In a blender combine yogurt, milk, maple syrup and one cup of mango chunks...
Aries (March 21–April 19): Popcorn  Loud, explosive and impossible to ignore. You show up in big bursts and leave a mark everywhere.  Taurus (April 20–May 20): KitKat bar Comforting and exactly what people turn to when they need a little boost. You will always stick around. Gemini (May 21–June 20): Trail mix A little bit of everything. You keep things interesting, unpredictable and sometimes...
Prep Time: 15 minutes Servings: 2  Ingredients 1 cup of oatmeal 1/2 cup of frozen berries 1 cup of water White chocolate chips Instructions Put oatmeal, water and berries in a small saucepan and turn heat to medium. Break up frozen berries with a spoon, crushing and mixing them into the oatmeal. Simmer for 10 minutes until the berries have emulsified into the oats before...
1. Do you consider yourself to be:     a. Low maintenance     b. A perfectionist     c. Laid back 2. Your friends might describe you as:     a. Generous and social     b. Ambitious and competitive     c. Positive and kind  3. In difficult situations demanding quick thinking, you usually:     a. Adapt easily and bounce back quickly.     b. Stress...