Edward Miracco, a postdoctoral fellow at UCLA, is researching an enzyme that can be used in cancer prevention. But instead of being fully funded through federal or industry grants, part of his research is being supported by family, friends and colleagues. Read more...
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The Undergraduate Students Association Council this week chose to move its meeting to Ackerman Grand Ballroom, foreshadowing the robust response it expects to one particular agenda item – a resolution to divest from companies that profit off the Israeli occupation of the Palestinian territories. Read more...
Photo: At a meeting in October, public comments on and discussion about a resolution dealing with the Israeli-Palestinian conflict lasted until after 3 a.m. (Neil Bedi/Daily Bruin senior staff)
For the third time in less than a year, University of California campuses will be flooded with picket signs and green shirts. The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Local 3299, which represents the UC’s service and medical workers, are planning to walk off the job next week for a five-day demonstration. Read more...
Photo: The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Local 3299 strikes on Bruinwalk in November 2013. The union is planning a five-day demonstration across the University of California next week. (Brandon Choe/Daily Bruin senior staff)
All week members of undergraduate student government asked students in Bruin Plaza if they were “DTF”– that is, “Down to Fund.” The efforts were part of a campaign to reform what they claim is a misguided California law, which will in turn free up funds to reverse the hefty tuition hikes that have taken place over the past decade. Read more...
It seems like every couple of months a student files a complaint against his or her university for violating either Title IX or the Jeanne Clery Act, two laws meant to protect survivors of sexual assault. Read more...
If you are approaching the end of your college career, you are likely doing your best to dodge the dreaded question, “So what are you going to do after graduation?” Many students consider graduate or professional school to be the safe route. Read more...
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It’s hard enough to hold elected officials accountable for their decisions. But when members of government are appointed, rather than elected, accountability becomes all the more difficult. Read more...
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