R’perspective: The life of my mentor, Professor Stanley Stewart
As I write this, digging up my memories of him, recalling virtually almost every instance I had in his classes, I realize that even...
R’Perspective: First-generation problems
In the second episode of the Netflix original comedy “Master of None,” the characters Dev and Brian realize that their parents experienced a lot...
R’perspective: What I learned about white privilege
Today, like every day for the last 18 years, I woke up white.
I sat through class today without being looked at as being the...
R’PERSPECTIVE: The necessity of family meals
This past winter break, I held high hopes for my family vacation. This would be the time that my brother and I got along,...
R’Perspective: In defense of being a “basic bitch”
Whenever people ask me what show I’m currently watching, I always feel hesitant to reply that it’s “Gilmore Girls.” The last time I told...
R’Perspective:” A first-year’s journey of finding a life worth living
Being stuck in a rut is not an ideal situation to be in. Especially when it has to deal with your major. You know...
R’Perspective: Water can be a class divide
I grew up in a medium-sized farming community in the depths of Northern California, three hours beyond the Bay Area. In my hometown, many...
R’Perspective: Through my eyes: being black at UCR
In my two years at UCR, I have seen many changes. I have changed from being a freshman at a new setting to a...
Letting them hit rock bottom
Crackhead, junkie, burn out, bag bitch, dope fiend, druggie, all terms designated for what psychologists and medical doctors deem a drug addict. Appearing in...
Disney fan or ignorant idiot?
I love BuzzFeed. People like to bag on BuzzFeed for their Disney obsession, but it’s cool with me because I love Disney. I’m sure...