Approaching the end of my study abroad semester


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When I returned to Shanghai after a weeklong field trip to Sichuan, I realized just how little time I have left in this wonderful city and, rightfully so, got a little emotional. I had just spent a week exploring a new part of China and making friends with people in my program I had not […]

(Not So) Tricky Turtlenecks


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With L.A. in the midst of a cold front, it is perfectly acceptable for Californians to hop on fall’s turtleneck trend. Once viewed as an item reserved for soccer moms and librarians, high-necked tops have transcended not only this year’s runways, but also popular culture. From Valentino to Drake, everyone is on board with turtlenecks. […]

Three tips to avoid acrylamide in home-cooked food


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In the world of nutrition, sometimes, it can feel like everything is bad for you. While several studies will caution against the dangers of saturated fats, others might link saturated fats to decreased cardiovascular risk. It can be difficult to navigate through all of this information, especially when it’s conflicting. But there’s one thing that […]

There’s more than studying in studying abroad


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I was always told that going to college would be the best time of my life. So far it has definitely been wonderful, but I will have to wait for the semester to end to reach a final conclusion. One of the main reasons this stage is so exciting is that you are at a […]

The four flavored butters you need in your dorm fridge


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Do you ever have a midnight craving for peanut butter before bed? I know I do. Here’s to those late nights — stock up on four peanut butter alternatives that will have you reaching for more. Coconut Peanut Butter Does your peanut butter need an upgrade? Whole Foods’s Coconut Butter combines the classic creamy taste of peanut […]

Editorial board, boy bands and other musings


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As the cliché goes, if you love what you do, you won’t work a day in your life. I’m not sure who to credit this grand cliché to, but I’m going on record to state that whoever they are, they are unabashedly lying to your face. Nothing quite parallels my deep, profound and — according […]

How to spend a day in DTLA


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Despite going to school in the heart of L.A., it can be difficult to know what to do when you want to explore, and don’t know where to start. Especially for students new to L.A., with literally hundreds of restaurants and attractions, there are an infinite number of ways to go about exploring. To start […]

Fall booties under $100


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one | two | three | four | five | six Ah, the ankle bootie — a staple in many girls’ fall wardrobe. I don’t know how us Southern California college girls could survive the fall without them. Regular boots can be too hot on our calves when we are only faced with a slight […]

Revisit Stars Wars score in The Force Awakens countdown


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With The Force Awakens coming to theaters Dec. 18, it’s a great time to revisit what makes Star Wars so timeless: its epic musical score. In cinema, musical score is one of the most important aspects of sound design. Without sound, the viewer would not experience the film in quite the same way. Music brings […]