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Wong Fu Productions: The YouTube Sensation That’s More Than Just Short Films

UC Riverside was visited by Wong Fu Productions through an event hosted by Asian Pacific Student Programs (APSP). A veteran YouTube channel that has captured the hearts of millions of viewers worldwide, the team...

The 2014-2015 Highlander Senior Staff Moves On

Colin Markovich, Editor-in-Chief I’ve been with the Highlander for three years, almost exactly. During that time, I’ve written more articles than a hydra has heads, learned amazing things about UCR and the very cool people...

Kendo Club at UCR

UCR has a long tradition of clubs dedicated to the study of traditional martial arts. Among these is Kendo Club, first founded in 2006 to introduce the martial art of kendo to UCR, as...

The first of its creative kind: ASPB hosts UCR’s first Virtual Arts Walk

    For the past two years I have attended UCR, I never had enough time to go see the Arts Walk. It was always school, work or general life issues keeping me from experiencing the...

UCR’s MUN wins “Distinguished Delegation” and aims to continue success

UCR’s Model United Nations (MUN) team was awarded “Distinguished Delegation” at National Model United Nations (NMUN) - New York during spring break. The award was only given to the top 5% delegations at the...
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A Royal Night indeed: The 2nd Annual Black Opulence Ball

On May 20, African Student Programs hosted its 2nd Annual Black Opulence Ball at the HUB. Dinner and an awards show was held that night. Its goal was to recognize achievements that were made...

More Than a Supervisor: how Romanie Arterberry impacted a campus

In the office of the Women’s Resource Center’s (WRC) Program Coordinator, Nathaly Martinez, is a calendar for June with important dates. Events written on it include “Raza Graduation,” “Family Graduation” and “Romanie’s Retirement Party!”...

Getting to know Scotty Highlander

Scotty the Bear Scotty Highlander, more commonly known as Scotty the Bear, is the face of UCR, known for exemplifying the Tartan Soul values that UCR thrives on and the determination and brawniness that...

Club Spotlight: Future Business Leaders of America aka Phi Beta Lambda

Originally starting as a social club, UCR’s FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America), the Phi Beta Lambda Chapter is now a business club that boasts over 50 active members and nationally-recognized accolades. “A few...

Alumni Spotlight: Reyna Harvey

My name is Reyna Harvey. Last month, I completed a fall 2015 internship at the White House. Working in the White House was an incredible experience and a dream come true. My time spent...