Sunday, July 12

In the news:

9/11 backlash declining, students say

It has been more than two years since the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, and the harassment of Muslim Americans that accompanied the disaster, but Muslim students at UCLA say they are no longer experiencing noticeable backlash from the attack. Read more...


Legislators take sides in lawsuit

After a lawsuit was filed last week by several University of California students and social activists against the governor’s administration, various legislative members have begun to take sides. Read more...


Bruins for Israel display draws debate

A small television screen on Bruin Walk showing clips of media programs featuring Palestinian children being trained for warfare has faced opposition from several students. The presentation occurred during Islamic Awareness Week. Read more...


Students embark on Outdoor Adventures

Life in Los Angeles can be a hectic affair ““ a sea of taillights, headlights and constant honking can feel suffocating at times. Paired with the endless train of due dates dictated by the fast-paced quarter system, city life may leave some UCLA students looking for space to breathe during the three-day weekend in February, when they will finally get a break from work. Read more...




Activities Center opens its doors

Several UCLA student organizations finally found a home in the newly named Student Activities Center, which celebrated its grand opening Tuesday afternoon. The ceremony was held in front of the building ““ formally known as the Men’s Gymnasium ““ which was decorated with blue and gold balloons. Read more...