Monday, 6/9/97 Opens minds, Empty pockets As college life draws to a close, graduates must now deal with student loan debts and the job market By Trina Enriquez and Candi Ramos Daily Bruin Contributors Amid the whirl of euphoria and anxiety of graduation are two daunting tasks – dealing with student loans and finding a job. Read more...

Monday, 6/9/97 Parting words Paul Dong B.A. in history I’m anxious about entering the real world. That’s why I’m going to grad school. Julie Hoang B.S. Read more...

Monday, 6/9/97 Students First! spurs increased activism POLITICS: Increasing national conservatism leads to UCLA’s reputation of dabbling in controversial issues By Stefanie Wong Daily Bruin Staff Rallies, marches and campaigns organized by the Undergraduate Student Association Council have not been uncommon over the past two years under Students First! Read more...

Monday, 6/9/97 UCLA trends ride on winds of change CULTURE: From ‘Friends’ haircuts to bell bottoms, some fads never go away By Carol McKay Daily Bruin Staff The more things change, the more they stay the same. Read more...

Monday, 6/9/97 The graduating game CELEBRATIONS: Students meet end of an era with parties, trips … and fear By Michelle Navarro Daily Bruin Contributor Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you the graduating class of 1997. Read more...

Monday, 6/9/97 Ethnic graduations offer students a cultural alternative CEREMONIES: Unlimited tickets allow for more family-oriented affairs By Carol McKay Daily Bruin Staff Little brothers and sisters are likely to get bored at any graduation exercise. Read more...

Monday, 6/9/97 The graduating game TRADITIONS: Ceremony’s solemnness and cheer date back to 16th century By Judy Cha Daily Bruin Contributor With their heads held high, graduating seniors decked in black caps and gowns will stride past family and friends to receive their diplomas. Read more...