On April 24, Armenians around the world will commemorate the darkest period in their history. Through organized deportations and massacres of 1.5 million people, over half of the Armenian population was forcibly removed from its home of 3,000 years. Read more...
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April 20, 9:00 pm
Armenian Genocide reveals lessons for today
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April 20, 9:00 pm
Speaks out
Should professors at UCLA be forced to adhere to an Academic Bill of Rights which limits their ability to discuss politics in classrooms? Pam Chew Fourth-year, business economics “They have the right to their own opinions … (but) they can express their political views only if it’s relevant to what they are teaching.” Jeff Snow Graduate student, business “I think they should be limited in their ability to discuss their politics in the classroom, because their role is to educate students and let students make their own decisions … and not try to use their position to impose their beliefs on the students.” Jonathan Sandoval Fourth-year, psychology and sociology “I think if (the discussion) relates to the class (it’s O.K.), but if not, keep it to yourself.” Janine Juarez Second-year, undeclared “Professors should be able to say whatever they want about their politics. Read more...
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April 20, 9:00 pm
Editorial: UCLA must explain its reasons for reprimand
In February, Stanford’s dean of students temporarily suspended that school’s Delta Delta Delta sorority. The dean offered a explanation for his action, discussing it with Stanford’s student newspaper. Read more...
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April 20, 9:00 pm
Editorial: Bill to raise smoking age unfair to young adults
The California State Senate Health and Human Services Committee voted 7-2 last month for a bill that would raise the tobacco-buying age to 21. That’s bad news. Read more...
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April 20, 9:00 pm
A closer look: L.A.’s size makes cars popular choice
Any Angelino who has braved the 405 Freeway during rush hour must have wondered why so many people have to drive. But a better question might be, “Why shouldn’t they?” In the sprawling, car-centric city UCLA students call home, driving remains the transportation method of choice for most. Read more...
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April 20, 9:00 pm
A closer look: Students largely have passion, yet lack awareness
UCLA students celebrating Earth Day on Thursday may find themselves in a more environment-friendly setting than they would if they were not on a college campus. Read more...
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April 20, 9:00 pm
A closer look: Bush’s policies disappoint many
With the media debate over the presidential election in full force, many students are disappointed by the lack of attention given to an issue prevalent to many — the environment. Read more...