Few organizations suffer as negative a public perception as the Internal Revenue Service, the government agency responsible for the collection and distribution of federal taxes. The three letters “IRS” typically inspire feelings of fear, annoyance and anger in the populace, conjuring thoughts of vengeful number crunchers tirelessly working to pinch every last cent out of taxpayers. Read more...

The U.S. Postal Service has long operated with the motto that “Neither rain, nor sleet, nor snow” will stop their postmen, portraying their employees as relentless individuals who brave the elements to meet the population’s mailing needs. Read more...

Along with late-night runs to Puzzles and procrastination, construction projects have become a part of daily life for students living on the Hill. Construction, such as the first-floor renovations of Hedrick and Sproul halls and the building of new residence halls, has resulted in lifestyle changes for students in the area. Read more...

Correction Appended For students planning on pursuing graduate education after UCLA, preparation courses for graduate school entrance exams can be effective, yet costly, ways to boost LSAT or MCAT scores. Read more...

Despite common misconceptions, a student’s GMAT, LSAT or MCAT score is not the only determining factor in his or her chances of being admitted to a graduate school.  Test scores are just one part of the whole admissions package.  Most directors of graduate admissions indicate that exam scores are necessary in the application process because they allow admissions counselors to compare applicants more fairly.  Lily Fobert, director of admissions at UCLA’s David Geffen School of Medicine, said the Medical College Admission Test acts as leverage between students’ GPAs from schools with varying levels of difficulty. Read more...

Students preparing for graduate school admission exams may not yet be fully aware of the road ahead, once they actually make it past the tests. Looking toward the future, after the endless test practice, essay writing and anxiety of waiting can often be difficult. Read more...

Drugs, discipline and dexterity are a few of the components some students find indispensable as they prepare for upcoming graduate school entrance exams. With some exams only days away, students use personalized methods to cope with the increasing levels of stress and pressure. Read more...