A day as an American in Paris


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I was warned of many things before I began studying abroad in Paris. The beautiful monuments, the breathtaking street views, the unmatched cuisine — these were all typical Parisian stereotypes that guided my decision to study abroad in the city of lights. But I was warned too of the less-savory Parisian stereotypes — the rude, […]

HONY post shows there’s still hope for American education


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As the semester begins to pick up, life with the flurry of papers, midterms and lab reports seems to move at an accelerated pace. But when things get so busy (and stressful), it’s important to remember that there are others who struggle to obtain the same education that we often take for granted. On Jan. […]

Delicious kindness, a change of mindset


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We live in a stop-and-go world. Much of our day is predetermined with a set routine and, at times, we can become so robotic that we forget to set aside time for ourselves. Since it is a new semester, our routine might have changed a bit, but for me I still seem to need to […]

First impressions of Tokyo


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Leading up to my flight across the Pacific Ocean to start my semester abroad, I had no idea what to feel about my (then) upcoming trip to Tokyo and no clue what sort of atmosphere I should expect to feel from the city. At this point, a solid 12 hours have gone by since my plane […]

Five top hikes in L.A.


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If you’re looking to venture off campus to explore Los Angeles one weekend or if you just want to be more active, look no further. Listed here are the best hikes in Los Angeles, based on my personal experience and general popularity. Disclaimer: None of these hikes are located just a few miles from campus, […]

Coming face-to-face with snow-covered warriors


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On the morning of Jan. 3, I found myself in the heart of Kanazawa City doing a sort of hop-skip on the snow, trying to keep my boots from sinking in too deep. Kanazawa is known for being a treasure chest of relics dating back to Edo period Japan, when it was part of a […]

Earning a seat to take a stand


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Manuel Pastor, professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity and director of the Program for Environmental and Regional Equity and the Center for the Study of Immigrant Integration, is the first recipient of the Turpanjian Chair. The position will allow him to lead the university in its involvement with the civil sector.
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