Features

Roots of Resistance at Oakland Tech 

When most people think of Oakland Tech, they probably think of sports, the White House-esque building, and the large student body—not the civil rights...

More Than a Fan: The Rise of Parasocial Relationships

A casual fan of Taylor Swift sits at one end of the “fan-to-parasocial” spectrum. Perhaps they find her music catchy or view her as...

Financial aid 2026: What You Need to Know

Seniors are nearing the end of college application season, and the March 2 state priority deadline for financial aid is looming. As tuition costs...

Bathrooms spotlight: How students at Tech are advocating to fix one of Tech’s most prominent issues

The bathrooms at Tech are notorious for their shortcomings, with some of the biggest issues including rampant bathroom closures. Sometimes, trying to find an...

Beginner’s Guide to Lunar New Year

Have you ever wondered why there are fireworks booming in February? These displays are usually part of celebrations for Lunar New Year, a holiday...

The Feminist Message Behind Gen-Z Grandmas

The lunch bell had only just rung, but the members of the Art Community Club were already chattering cheerfully as they pushed together desks...

Dash, then Dine: Oakland’s Ninth Annual Turkey Trot 

For some, Thanksgiving means sharing a room with four cousins who have come to visit, stashing apple ciders, or attempting to deep fry a...

Chivalry isn’t Dead; it’s down College Ave

In a not-so-distant kingdom, tucked deep inside the Rockridge BART parking lot, lies a land where swords are yielded, armor is worn, and principality...