Sunday, May 10



Genetic modification: harmful or helpful?

The greatly polarized debate over genetically modified foods has labeled the crops as either public health saviors or ecological time bombs. Genetically modifying a food by transplanting foreign DNA has the potential to increase food production and the nutritional value of the food supply. Read more...


Mock trial team takes first at national championship

Spring break began with 14-hour practice sessions for members of UCLA’s mock trial program, and the hard work paid off: One of two teams the program sent to the National Championship Tournament in Iowa this past weekend came home with the national title. Read more...



Ashe Center raises optometry fees

The Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center will be increasing its optometry fees today, due to decreased funding caused by California’s fiscal problems. The majority of the changes regard the prices of contact lens fittings and exams, said Michele Pearson, the director of ancillary services at the center. Read more...