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Triumph is the word that best tells the tale of the Bears’ last two weekends. Cal squared off with Pac-12 rivals USC last week and Bay Area foes San Jose State this past weekend. The Bears fared well in both three-game series, swiping two out of three in both.

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At a time when student journalists have been tasked with reporting from the frontlines of nationwide protests, it is terrifying to see the tensions escalate into violence. Student journalism is essential in order to report timely and accurate information about protests, especially when external news outlets have been prohibited from entering some university grounds.

Imagine if the United Automobile Workers, or UAW, could put its massive strike fund and political clout at the service of stopping the genocide. We need to take the concrete step of supporting reformers across UAW 4811 in the triennial elections taking place from May 2 to May 3.

In my journey as a young Black woman, I have always been interested in advocating for radical systemic change in the United States. I have always looked for an answer to why racism exists in every facet of society, and I have always wondered whether there is an end in sight.

With finals looming, every minute of the day counts. I’ve been diligently using my time to ensure I survive finals week unscathed. I definitely am not getting distracted by the sudden burst of warm weather and all its delightful temptations. But let’s be honest, the struggle is real.

This article is my own way of holding myself accountable for starting early and studying effectively this finals season. Remember, it’s not about the number of hours spent studying but the quality of your time investment and how much you get done.

From before I could even reach the handle of my fridge, I have been cooking. Since then, cooking has become an integral part of my life, with its role ever evolving.