The Benefits of a Well-structured Vacation

By Sophia Chen / April 4, 2016

With only one week between winter and spring quarters, a balance has to be struck between fun and recovery.

I’d Like to Thank the Academy…for Nothing

By Sophia Chen / March 3, 2016

In the middle of controversy over racism, the Oscars promote tone-deaf Asian stereotypes.

What Do You Do With a Humanities Major?

By Sophia Chen / February 15, 2016

If all our academics were to leave their jobs, our society would lose something great

Nightmare on My Home Street

By Sophia Chen / January 7, 2016

Being home over break shows us where we came from and how far we have yet to go.

Turkey and mashed P-Sets

By Sophia Chen / November 30, 2015

Life will always be hard, but Thanksgiving reminds us to be thankful for what we do have .

Fighting with a broken sword

By Sophia Chen / November 9, 2015

When it comes to changing the world, following the book isn’t as easy as it seems.

It’s lonely at the top

By Sophia Chen / October 15, 2015

Why you shouldn't aspire to be the smartest one in the room

An ego trip down memory lane

By Sophia Chen / June 1, 2015

The consequences of harboring egotism within acts of service.

I want to know what love is

By Sophia Chen / May 7, 2015

A roommate illustrates how to love someone in the long run.

Confessions from a recovering “excellent sheep”

By Sophia Chen / April 13, 2015

If the life of the mind is to actively learn, then why does it leave so many of us feeling passive?