Friday, May 1

[Orientation Issue] News: The man at the top

It’s hard not to notice him: white mop, cherry complexion, tall and well dressed, with a subtle New York twang to boot. But beyond recognizing his presence on campus, many students are unaware of Chancellor Albert Carnesale’s notable past ““ one that took him from a small engineering school in New York to negotiating with the Soviets, advising presidents and leading efforts to limit global nuclear proliferation. Read more...






International students bring global perspective to UCLA

At 27 years old, Ernesto Jimenez’s path to the UCLA graduation ceremonies has not been easy. As a first-generation Mexican American and the son of naturalized citizens who came to the United States without documentation, his family background and education distinguish him from most UCLA students. Read more...