Graduating From UC Against The Odds
Part of what kept me motivated to finish school was knowing that as a Latino student who was succeeding I was proving the numbers and the institution wrong.
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Graduating From UC Against The Odds
Walking across that stage represented more than just completing my degree. For me, it was symbolic.
Here’s How To Prepare For The Next Big Quake
If you’re like most teens in the Bay Area, you’ve only experienced a handful of earthquakes.
UC Berkeley Students Learn From Protests
In the aftermath of the Eric Garner and Michael Brown grand jury decisions, demonstrations have spread nationwide. For the past three nights, thousands of protesters have taken to the streets in Berkeley, California.
Teen Learns To Box To Become More Disciplined
Discipline, dedication, and even maturity — these are only some of the valuable lessons that Berkeley High junior Luis Buendía has learned by taking up boxing.
Dear Berkeley
I feel incredible pride to live in a place that was part of such a paramount movement, with shouts of the Free Speech protests ringing in my ears and the bang of beatnik bongo music keeping tempo with my thoughts.
Saturn Serves Food That’s Out of This World!
Since the Bay Area is such a progressive location, it’s naturally very vegetarian friendly. There are a lot of great restaurants that cater exclusively to vegans and vegetarians. Now, if you’re a meat eater, you might not be so keen on the idea of a meatless lifestyle. But vegetarian food is hardly all tofu and salads. Don’t believe me? Then check out the Saturn Cafe, and prepare to be totally satisfied.
The Sandwich Spot
Over recent years, a new foodie “gem” has appeared on the scene.
Racial Separation Still in Schools?
When living in the progressive, liberal bay area, we tend to think that racial segregation is irrelevant to us. However, recently it has become apparent to me that at my school, there is definitely a sense of internalized segregation within the student body.