Nandita Radhakrishnan

For as long as I can remember, I've had an extreme, irrational fear of cats. With today being Global Cat Day, I hope that I can one day overcome my fear.

Although these trivial things puzzled me initially, everything's slowly falling into routine and Berkeley's beginning to feel like home!

Not only does UC Berkeley have a rich history, but it also has a vibrant campus with many cool and interesting hidden gems! We at the Clog have compiled our list of some of the things you may or may not have known about UC Berkeley.

Here on campus, what I miss most about home is my mom’s home-cooked Indian food. Here’s a list of my go-to places for whenever I am craving Indian food!

Encountering squirrels is not uncommon for UC Berkeley students, but an onslaught of squirrels stealing food has left campus authorities concerned.

For those of you who aren’t inveterate museum-goers, I urge you to pay a visit to the OMCA. I walked away with a greater understanding of California, and specifically Bay Area heritage.

Back in high school, there was a structure to everything. You woke up at the same time every day, walked in the same hallways at school, met the same group of friends in classes, had dinner with your family every night, did homework before bed and repeat. Now all of a sudden in college, you’re thrust into an environment where you’re in control. You’re the master of your 24 hours. If this seems daunting, you’re not alone.