Tuesday, May 5


Letters to the Editor

Boycotts aren’t McCarthyism I am personally disheartened by what I read in Rachael Sizgorich’s column, “Celebrity boycotts act against free speech,” published April 4. To suggest that a boycott, generated by sentiments of American citizens, is a throwback to the days of McCarthyism is a farce and flat wrong. Read more...


EDITORIAL: LaFlamme’s new slate could raise more conflicts

Undergraduate Students Association Council member Andrew LaFlamme formally detached himself from the Students United for Reform and Equality slate almost two weeks ago. LaFlamme, the current USAC financial supports commissioner said the reason for his separation was to better serve students as an independent because his slate affiliation was a hindrance to working with the entire council. Read more...



Carnesale to give lecture in honors class

War and terrorism have prompted academics to question the role of the United States since Sept. 11, 2001 ““ and an honors course offered this quarter invites students and the public to hear answers from experts. Read more...


Speaking time too short, public says

Attorney Frank Angel knows first-hand how frustrating the time limitations on public speaking at UC Board of Regents meetings can be. Angel said the governing body of the UC system did not receive proper public input at their meeting last Thursday and subsequently made a decision that could have major consequences for UCLA’s campus. Read more...


X-Cape’s income plummets as patrons lose interest

Even die-hard fans of Street Fighter are abandoning the arcade scene on campus and picking up the hand-held game controllers at home. X-Cape, UCLA’s arcade in Ackerman Student Union, has been no exception to this downward trend, as students lose interest in the games that typically cost a quarter each. Read more...