Kerckhoff stands on rubber solesSeismic isolators prepare building for possible quake By Patrick Kerkstra Beneath the gothic and aged Kerckhoff Hall, a modern feat of engineering is taking place. Read more...

Regent criticizes affirmative action By Nancy Hsu When Katy Burkhart came to UCLA two years ago, she was against affirmative action. Today, she is convinced that the university desperately needs it. Read more...

Ex-gang members discuss community peace Despite low UCLA student turnout, hosts intend to repeat the event to further peace By Tatiana Botton Rolfe Hall was an unlikely forum to discuss gang crimes in South Central Los Angeles. Read more...

NCAA’s new standards call for higher test scores UCLA supports new rules despite criticism of policy By Rashmi Nijagal The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) recently came under attack for its new proposition to raise the standards that would allow high school athletes to participate in Division I college athletics. Read more...

UC president announces retirement After serving for three years, Peltason leaves amidst reactions of praise as well as criticism By Phillip Carter Daily Bruin Senior Staff SAN FRANCISCO — University of California President Jack Peltason announced his retirement Friday, beginning the search for a replacement to head the 127-year-old university system. Read more...

UC Regents propose new fee increases University financial health at stake while officials try to bridge budget discrepancy By Philip Carter Daily Bruin Senior Staff SAN FRANCISCO — Financial storm clouds loomed over the UC Regents’ meeting yesterday as university officials reported that student fees must be raised once again to keep the university in the black. Read more...

Preventing injury during ski season By Susan Ward Winter is here and for many Bruins, that means only one thing: hit the slopes! Snow skiing and snow boarding are favorite recreational sports for many, but they are also two of the most dangerous. Read more...