My Appreciation for Her Campus
I joined Her Campus at the beginning of my freshman year when I felt uncertain and terrified of being in a new city at such a large...
Ravina Patel (UCD)
Ravina Patel (UCD)
Ravina is a second year Comparative Literature major at UC Davis. When not studying, she enjoys watching Brooklyn Nine Nine and rereading the Harry Potter series.
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Betsy DeVos Isn't Taking a Stand Against For-Profit Colleges
The United States Secretary of Education, Betsy DeVos, has been heavily criticized for her actions and remarks since she was confirmed...
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Apps That Help Me with Anxiety
Smartphones have made a lot of things readily available, from calculators and alarm clocks to games and cameras. But I’ve really begun to...
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Growing Up: High School to College
When I was younger, I always knew I wanted to go to college. The idea of studying at a university, meeting people from all over the country...
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Easy Cooking for Apartment Life
I never appreciated the convenience of the dining commons while I was a freshman. Upperclassmen would constantly tell me how much I’d miss...
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Gift Ideas for Your Best Friend
My best friend — the most wonderful human being I know — just turned 20 years old. We've been best friends for almost 7 years, which means...
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My Feelings About the New Snapchat
I, like many others, was surprised and confused when my Snapchat app automatically updated about a week ago. Generally, I don’t really mind...
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It's Time to End Sexual Assault
The past several months have exposed sexual assaults by a large number of well-known people. The New York Times published a list of over 50...
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Dear Santa
Dear Santa... Actually, scratch that. Dear Mom and Dad, Ten years ago around this time of year, I would be writing a letter to Santa Claus...
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There’s No Place Like Home for the Holidays
I love the holidays more than any other time of year, and the biggest reason for that is my family. Being around each other, celebrating...
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Why I Love Leslie Knope
Parks and Recreation is a hilarious show that follows Leslie Knope, the deputy director of the Parks department in Pawnee, Indiana, as well...
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5 Last-Minute Halloween Costumes
When I was younger, I loved picking out costumes, dressing up for Halloween, and trick-or-treating. In the past couple years, however, I've...
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Why I Love My Major
Whenever someone asks me of my major, there are several questions that follow my answer: Comparative Literature. The most common questions...
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5 Things I've Learned as a First-Year Aggie
As my freshman year comes to an end, I find myself appreciating UC Davis more and more. My first year has had its ups and downs, but...
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Things People Say to Vegetarians
I've been a vegetarian for three years, and I'm constantly meeting people who are confused, intrigued, or shocked that I decided to stop...
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4 Celebrities Who Opened Up About Their Mental Health Struggles
I was lucky to grow up with several celebrity role models who are open about their mental health in order to support fans with similar...
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How to Prepare for Davis Weather
Here are 5 ways to prepare yourself for the drastic Davis weather. 1. Check the weather report I have made the mistake several times of...
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Dining Commons Hacks
The Dining Commons is incredibly convenient with a variety of fresh meals prepared daily. It’s great for freshmen who generally don’t have...
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5 Makeup Products and Trends I Don’t Understand
There are several reasons I don’t wear makeup regularly. One reason is that I’m lazy and I like to sleep in. Another reason is that I don’t...
