Friday, May 15

Briefs

Economy grows in first quarter The economy overcame war worries and bad weather to eke out a small gain in the first quarter of the year, easing fears the nation was headed into another recession. Read more...


Letter to the Editor

Irresponsible drinking selfish It was refreshing to see a male college student, Adir Levy, arguing against irresponsible drinking in “Getting drunk for fun not worth potential risks” (April 23). Read more...


Animal testing necessary for some research

While animal rights activists, including the Students for Animal Liberation, make a valid point that animals should not be subjected to cruel forms of research testing, a differentiation needs to be made between the various forms of animal testing currently practiced in the laboratories at UCLA, other universities and research corporations. Read more...



Society provides forum for debate

Students with enhanced interest in foreign affairs finally have an outlet for discussion in the newly formed Undergraduate International Relations Society. After over a year of delays due to financing obstacles and problems finding an adviser, the organization was founded to give students an opportunity to debate international issues. Read more...



Community reacts to possible hate crime

An apparent hate crime committed last week at the UCLA Medical Center did not go unanswered by the surrounding community. Representatives from the university, government agencies and various organizations spoke at a press conference Friday to express their solidarity and determination to apprehend the perpetrators of the act. Read more...