Monday, 6/23/97 Meeting focuses on future of Pacific Rim in academics EDUCATION: Universities form group, prompted by importance of region By Patrick Kerkstra Daily Bruin Senior Staff If the hopes of pundits, politicians and educators are fulfilled, Janine Xin Yue Zhu is an example of the Pacific Rim student of the future. Read more...

Monday, 6/23/97 Entertainment beyond UCLA RECREATION: Westwood, surrounding cities boast of several fun attractions By Marilyn King Daily Bruin Contributor Although Los Angeles may seem to be nothing more than movie theaters and clubs, it is actually home to fun and interesting places to spend the relaxing days of summer. Read more...

Monday, 6/23/97 Experienced transfer students must adjust to rigors of UCLA Juniors face difficult transition despite prior exposure to college By Kathryn Combs Daily Bruin Contributor Making the transition to life as a UCLA student is often difficult regardless of a student’s academic background. Read more...

Monday, 6/9/97 UCLA trends ride on winds of change CULTURE: From ‘Friends’ haircuts to bell bottoms, some fads never go away By Carol McKay Daily Bruin Staff The more things change, the more they stay the same. Read more...

Monday, 6/9/97 The graduating game CELEBRATIONS: Students meet end of an era with parties, trips … and fear By Michelle Navarro Daily Bruin Contributor Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you the graduating class of 1997. Read more...

Monday, 6/9/97 Ethnic graduations offer students a cultural alternative CEREMONIES: Unlimited tickets allow for more family-oriented affairs By Carol McKay Daily Bruin Staff Little brothers and sisters are likely to get bored at any graduation exercise. Read more...

Monday, 6/9/97 The graduating game TRADITIONS: Ceremony’s solemnness and cheer date back to 16th century By Judy Cha Daily Bruin Contributor With their heads held high, graduating seniors decked in black caps and gowns will stride past family and friends to receive their diplomas. Read more...