In her recent remarks to the University of California Board of Regents, the new UC President Janet Napolitano stated the University’s mission: “UC teaches for California, but it researches for the world.” But by making a small change to BruinCast, an educational system already in place, UCLA can flip that statement on its head and begin to teach for the world. Read more...
Community, Opinion
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November 27, 12:15 am
Submission: Direct pledged $5M to scholarships for undocumented students
Editor’s note: The following is an open letter from the Asian Pacific Coalition at UCLA to University of California President Janet Napolitano, addressing a $5 million allocation she announced last month, which will go toward work-study positions and loans for undocumented students. Read more...
Cartoons, Opinion
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November 26, 12:52 am
Editorial Cartoon: Thanksgivikah sparks a new tradition
Community, Opinion
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November 26, 12:00 am
Submission: Bruin Alliance letter requests change from USAC
Editor’s note: The following is an open letter from members of the Bruin Alliance slate to the Undergraduate Students Association Council, endorsed by 17 student organizations. Read more...
Opinion, Opinion Columns
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November 26, 12:00 am
Alexandra Tashman: Assault policies need student feedback
The greatest ally any perpetrator of sexual violence has is silence. By speaking out, survivors can make sure crimes don’t go unpunished and are less likely to be repeated. Read more...
Opinion, Opinion Columns
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November 25, 12:00 am
Kunal Patel: USAC and CAPS should team up to prevent study drug use
With finals week approaching, students will attempt to cram incredible amounts of information for final exams that account for large portions of their grades. With such a large amount of pressure to do well on final exams, the temptation to use study drugs to enhance focus levels is increased. Read more...
Editorials, Opinion
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November 25, 12:00 am
Editorial: Both UC, AFSCME need to negotiate better for progress
For the last year, University of California and the largest union representing UC employees have been locked in a contentious stalemate over the terms of a new contract. Read more...