It’s no secret that Santa Monica is a tourist haven. Between Third Street Promenade, the pier and even the beach, the city is rife with overpriced, highly commercialized money traps. But there’s much more to Santa Monica than these tried-and-true tourist picks. In fact, the further south you go, the trendier and more eclectic Santa […]
Author Archives: Alexandra Tashman
prime’s Guide to Zero Week: Melrose Trading Post
There’s just so much stuff. That’s the theme of the Melrose Trading Post, held every Sunday in the parking lot of Fairfax High School. This local swap meet has a wide variety of vendors, from couples peddling organic hand scrubs to octogenarians showing off jewelry from the ‘30s. “Eclectic” doesn’t even begin to describe the […]
prime’s Guide to Zero Week: Getting Organized
While the first week of classes can seem like a breeze compared to midterm season, starting the quarter off right – and well-organized – can be a true lifesaver when things start to get hectic. Everyone’s new quarter resolution is to be more organized and not to procrastinate. Of course, this is easier said than […]
prime’s Guide to Zero Week: DIY dorm decor for $10 or less
Whether you’re in a dorm or an apartment, your living space can always use some sprucing up. Here are two do-it-yourself guides to help brighten up even the darkest corner of your home. While shelves are a functional way to show off tchotchkes, they’re also great for adding a little of bit of green into […]
Alexandra Tashman: Isla Vista shooting reinforces need to reflect on cultural misogyny
On Friday, a student at Santa Barbara City College went on a shooting rampage, targeting women throughout Isla Vista and leaving seven dead. This tragedy, like so many other shootings our nation witnesses, was horrifying, senseless and disturbing. For University of California students, however, it was particularly devastating. Six of our peers were taken from […]
Alexandra Tashman: Parking crucial to educational access for Bruins with disabilities
I spent the better part of my sophomore year at UCLA in bumper-to-bumper traffic. In fact, I’d probably say I spent more time in my car than I did in class. As a commuter student, I was lucky that I had the means to afford a car. But almost as important as being able to […]
Alexandra Tashman: UCLA Ally Week ideals should be extended year-round
When I first heard about UCLA Ally Week, I couldn’t help but roll my eyes. It’s not that I don’t believe fervently in supporting the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community. Rather, it seemed to me that having an “ally” week was like having a “pat yourself on the back” week. Turns out, I was […]