In an 8-4-0 vote, this year’s Undergraduate Students Association Council saw its first divided vote on a resolution at its meeting Tuesday evening. But the lack of consensus shouldn’t hinder its progress on a campaign that tackles important issues. Read more...
Editorials, Opinion
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October 10, 12:46 am
Editorial: Divided vote should not prevent USAC members from honoring resolution
Opinion
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October 9, 12:13 am
Letter to the Editor: Film recommendation promotes perversity, not diversity
In response to “Movie Review: Bad Milo!” by Aalhad Pankatar in A&E; on Oct. 2, I am dismayed that the Daily Bruin recently recommended a film about a demon living in an anal cavity. Read more...
Opinion, Opinion Columns
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October 9, 12:04 am
Kunal Patel: Keep dialogue flowing between Napolitano, students
First impressions are the blueprints of how we judge, act and respond to others. And those impressions are very difficult to change. On Friday, a small group of student leaders at UCLA will have the opportunity to make a first impression on University of California President Janet Napolitano, who is making her way to various UC campuses in the first weeks of her presidency. Read more...
Photo: University of California President Janet Napolitano is scheduled to visit UCLA on Friday.
Opinion, Opinion Columns
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October 8, 12:00 am
Natalie Delgadillo: USAC is too swift with resolutions
During a heated meeting last week, the Undergraduate Students Association Council discussed and meticulously tweaked a resolution that makes demands of the new University of California president, Janet Napolitano. Read more...
Editorials, Opinion
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October 7, 1:43 am
Editorial: New football facility necessary to attract top recruits
In the world of college athletic recruitment, it’s a well-known refrain that you don’t pick the talent, the talent picks you. Quality of facilities plays a particularly important role in attracting top-notch players and coaches. Read more...
Opinion, Opinion Columns
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October 7, 12:37 am
Zoey Freedman: One mail room on the Hill is a hassle, not a help
The beginning of the new school year means many students are ordering their textbooks online and having them shipped to the dorms. But the continual delays caused by the new centralized mailroom for the residential halls have prevented students from reading for class and turning in their homework on time. Read more...
Photo: The new centralized mailroom, located on the first floor of Delta Terrace, opened on Sept. 19 to replace the five other residential mailrooms.
Opinion, Opinion Columns
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October 4, 12:00 am
Ryan Nelson: Affordable Care Act helps stabilize financial futures of graduating students
With concerns over job searches and post-college plans dominating the thoughts of soon-to-be graduates, health insurance should be among the least of their concerns. And while most of us have plenty of time to put off this worry, knowing there are valid options available can alleviate a little bit of stress for seniors rapidly approaching their looming graduation. Read more...