After a brisk, cold night of standing barefoot on the lawn of Dickson Plaza, screaming my lungs hoarse in agreement with politicians and registering people to vote outside of Powell Library, I was in a very political mood. Read more...
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A crowd of students and community members gathers in Dickson Court, preparing to see former President Bill Clinton, gubernatorial candidate Jerry Brown and Gavin Newsom at last Friday’s Democratic rally.
I learned a lot in college.
Chemistry, Descartes' theories, Middle English. And, oh yeah, "Halo." Read more...
You've heard the jackhammers. I bet you thought the major work was being done on the outside of Pauley Pavilion. Well, apparently all the real renovations are going on inside. Read more...
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Ben Howland starts his eighth season as men’s basketball team coach.
Not seldom have I wondered if the "hipster" is born, not made. Read more...
Over the last year, many have said that UCLA is on the decline as a university and this seems to be the general feel among people on campus. Read more...
Where are you from?
Answering that question can be difficult for some multiracial students. Read more...
Just a few years ago, fresh college graduates could think of postponing reality by taking a well-deserved break from a lifetime of school.
They'd travel the world, contemplate life or spend time with family.
If only we could afford such a luxury today.
As my four-year adventure at UCLA comes to a close, I've quickly realized that taking such a hiatus is the last thing that will improve my future prospects, at least career-wise.
In the event that I don't go to graduate school immediately following college, I'll have to "take a year off."
This misnomer no longer refers to a meditative interim between two extremes, namely a euphoric graduation and paying the bills. Read more...
