Congratulations, John Kerry, it appears you will be the one earning the honor of losing to President Bush in this year’s election. Come November, an all too common question heard around Washington will be, “Hey, John, why the long face?” Tuesday’s New Hampshire primary gave the Massachusetts senator his second political victory in as many weeks. Read more...

Compared to most graduate programs, the Islamic studies department is one of the smallest at UCLA. But members of the department say they like it that way. Read more...

Bruins for Israel deserves support As a Muslim, I am disturbed by the criticism directed at Bruins for Israel for playing a video on Bruin Walk that shows children being taught to be violent toward Israelis. Read more...

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When it comes to job interviews, first impressions definitely last. But looking good for job interviews can sometimes be more difficult than one may expect. According to Michelle Beaudry, assistant director of the Parker Career Management Center, the right attire for a business situation ““ be it a job interview, a career fair or informal meetings ““ consists of a clean-cut, conservative look featuring darker colors. Read more...

UCLA art and non-art students were busy at the Hammer Museum last week as they helped construct local artist Pae White’s latest installation project. “We had to tie extensions on the strings that hang from the ceilings and put in hooks, climb ladders, hang things, punch holes and really help her put it all together,” said Ragen Moss, a second-year law student who volunteered to work on the project. Read more...

The Muslim Student Association hosted an informational forum ““ “Operation Jihad: Misconceptions of a Peaceful Intention” ““ in honor of Islamic Awareness Week on Wednesday night. Read more...