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Dec 3, 2024 · The University of California, Riverside's independent, student-run newspaper. Bringing you campus news and Highlander views since 1954.
Think Piece: In praise of unconventional Thanksgiving rituals
Dec 3, 2024 · For students, the Thanksgiving holiday comes at a particularly hectic and unforgiving time. At the University of California, Riverside (UCR), the end of the fall quarter is rapidly approaching. With weeks eight through 10 being dedicated to coping with the impending doom of finals week, catching up on an entire quarter’s worth of studying (for […]
Highlanders rout Gauchos 2-0 on Senior Night - Highlander
Nov 5, 2024 · Following a crushing 4-1 defeat to California State University, Bakersfield, the University of California, Riverside (UCR) had their backs against the wall. With just one game left, the Highlanders needed to beat the then league-leading University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) for a chance to sneak into the Big West Playoffs. With a playoff berth […]
California Senate Race: Schiff vs. Garvey - Highlander
Oct 29, 2024 · The recent passing of California Senator Dianne Feinstein has opened up a seat for this upcoming race, with the two main candidates, Democratic Representative Adam Schiff and Republican candidate Steve Garvey. The current race for state senate covers the contrast between the two candidates’ political backgrounds, experiences and core agendas. Adam Schiff, a member of […]
City of Riverside and the California Green Business Network
Nov 5, 2024 · The City of Riverside has partnered with the California Green Business Network. Working with small businesses across counties and cities in California, the Green Business Network seeks to help businesses work towards a more climate friendly environment. By providing individualized attention to small businesses to help them conserve energy and water at no personal cost, […]
Write-Off: Naps are the best - Highlander
Nov 5, 2024 · Naps are a game changer during midterm week. There is no better way to get through those long sleepless nights than by taking quick rests throughout the day. According to The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), the optimal length of time for a nap is between 15 to 30 minutes for a […]
The Getaway Cafe — reminiscing on a lost relic of UCR social life
Nov 14, 2023 · As one walks this ever-expanding campus, a preternatural emptiness quickly becomes apparent. Relict and nebulous, the University of California, Riverside breathes a sense of greatness now lost, the deceased culture of more outgoing student bodies remaining in the holdouts of an old UCR. Portals to this aged reality exist across campus allowing a …
Radar Replay: ‘Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed’ - Highlander
Oct 29, 2024 · The Scooby-Doo franchise is always a perfect watch during the Halloween season. It’s spooky-yet-silly atmosphere remains consistent across every Scooby-Doo release. Even though some films in the series hold more mature tones, like “Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island” and the crossover episode spin-off with “Supernatural” entitled “Scoobynatural,” they all share lighthearted moments ...
Fire in Canyon Crest - Highlander
Dec 3, 2024 · On Nov. 28, 2024, a vegetation fire was reported near Canyon Crest Drive in Fontana, CA. Initially starting at 8:04 p.m., it covered both Riverside and San Bernardino counties. Updates were regularly provided on Riverside County Fire Department’s X account during the duration of the fire. An initial post was made announcing the location of […]
Write-Off: Thankful for a turkey-less Thanksgiving - Highlander
Nov 26, 2024 · Turkey. The bane of my existence. For as long as I remember, turkey has been touted as the staple meal during Thanksgiving. Bland, dry turkey. I still remember the very first time I had turkey. My predominantly white elementary school was going on a field trip to a local farm, and all the children were […]