How can commuters get involved in school?
Many students at UC Riverside have the benefit of living in the on-campus dorms, apartments and other living spaces near campus. There are many students, however, who commute to campus.
Commuters face a greater...
Third annual Geek On! convention brings fans from the area to celebrate fandom
On Sunday, April 28, the third annual Geek On! convention organized by Cosplay Brigade saw 636 people in attendance. The third and second floors of the HUB were filled with cosplayers from a variety...
Campus Cope: Saving money as a college student
College is expensive, there’s no way around spending money. However, there are some tips and tricks to cut down on how much money you spend. There are four main areas where money can be...
Holiday Chicken Pot Pie
A meal that my family always has over the holidays is chicken pot pie. It's my father's special dish that never fails to make us feel warm inside, even when it gets cold out....
Rachel Howzell writes and fights through her adversities
On Thursday, Feb. 13, Rachel Howzell, an African American novelist, came to UCR to share her journey as a writer as part of Black Writers Week at UCR, hosted by the Department...
Campus Cope: The effects of the physical on the psyche
With all the time we are spending at home, it is important to recognize the impact our surroundings have on us. Spending nearly every day inside can lead to cabin fever and intense feelings...
Scotty the bear celebrates a virtual birthday bash
UCR’s mascot, Scotty the Bear, had his 66th birthday party during Homecoming Week 2020. Scotty the Bear has been UCR’s mascot since 1954. On Tuesday, Nov. 17, students were welcomed to attend an online...
Drag Jollification: Spreading joy with UCR’s Drag Club
The Drag Club at UCR hosted its first virtual drag show on Friday, Feb. 19 with featured performances by Amber Saint James, Brennda Joyy and Luxe the Drag Queen. The event was hosted by...
Mokkoji’s high price point is worth every cent
Mokkoji Shabu Shabu Bar is the latest eatery to join the Riverside scene. Shabu shabu is a Japanese hotpot dish in which you get a choice of vegetables and meat that you cook in...
The perfect winter ‘booketlist’
As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder, the urge to roll yourself in a blanket while cuddling with a good book and having your main character moment slowly kicks in. Here...