With last week’s student government elections taking over Bruin Walk, there was ample time to question the administrative happenings at this university. That’s when it occurred to me that I really don’t know anything about the UCLA (or UC) administration, how it operates or what it does ““ and I don’t think many students do either. Read more...

By Megan Roush Having grown up in a predominantly white community, I had few opportunities to interact with individuals outside of my own race. Now, as a UCLA student, I find myself interacting with members of many different races and ethnicities every day. Read more...

By Daniel B. Rego The tone of many of the people who support what they term a “diversity” requirement suggests that they believe students can only learn from being around people who look different from them. Read more...

Many universities have added a diversity requirement to their curricula. Should ethnic and gender studies should be added to UCLA’s General Education requirements? NAME: Lori Barnes YEAR: Second-year MAJOR: Undeclared "I think it should be optional so that people appreciate its benefits more. Read more...

Ever stop to compare the lifestyles of the rich and famous with that of the U.S. military? For example, if you are rich, you can afford to purchase a luxury car, which will set you back at least $60,000 or $70,000 (in other words, more than most Americans make annually). Read more...

By Michael Vines This article is in response to “Houston defeats McCory in tight finish” (News, May 19). I honestly don’t know why Students First! changed its name to Praxis. Read more...