As I walked into my new dorm room and greeted my new roommates in the fall of 2004, I was nervous. Really nervous. My roommates’ parents were long gone as my family (for which the term “punctuality” holds no meaning) arrived to move in early in the evening. Read more...
Crime, News
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June 25, 9:00 pm
[ORIENTATION]: Don’t worry about not fitting in
News
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June 25, 9:00 pm
[ORIENTATION]: Rooming can be up, down
The summer before her freshman year, Elise Manbert was looking forward to meeting her future roommate. The two had been e-mailing each other for several weeks, and it seemed they would get along. Read more...
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June 25, 9:00 pm
[ORIENTATION]: Changing landscape on Hill
Three years ago, basketball courts next to Rieber Hall were a popular place for students who lived on the residential Hill to catch a pick-up game with their friends. Read more...
News
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June 25, 9:00 pm
[ORIENTATION]: Interim chancellor hopes to ease transition, move ahead
This will be a year of change for UCLA. In September 2005 Albert Carnesale, who has been UCLA’s chancellor since 1997, announced his impending resignation, which will be effective June 30. Read more...
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June 25, 9:00 pm
[ORIENTATION]: Resources numerous, varied
From medical services to psychological support to a gym and hiking trips, UCLA students have a number of resources available to help with almost every need. Read more...
News
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June 25, 9:00 pm
[ORIENTATION]: Health risks arise in college setting
Entering into a college environment, students are exposed to the combination of new academic and social atmospheres, which could present new risks to mental and physical health. Read more...
News
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June 25, 9:00 pm
Local businesses adjust for summer
Though UCLA’s crowds of students are gone for the summer, many Westwood store owners said the ones who stay for summer school, jobs and research are enough to keep business in the Village going strong. Read more...