Often, when a major corporation, like a tobacco company or a commercial bank, wants to make a lawsuit go away, it pays the plaintiff to keep quiet. The company then walks away without having to claim any liability or fault, and the plaintiff is compensated with a monetary settlement. Read more...
Opinion, Opinion Columns
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July 22, 12:43 am
Natalie Delgadillo: Stipend increase would ensure fairer compensation for USAC members
Last year, around the time she was presented with the opportunity to run for undergraduate student government, Savannah Badalich’s family began experiencing financial trouble. After speaking with her family, she made the decision to run for Student Wellness commissioner anyway. Read more...
Community, Opinion
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July 22, 12:00 am
Speaks out: Freshman year
We asked incoming freshmen what they were most excited for-- or most nervous about-- coming into UCLA. Here's what they said. Read more...
Opinion, Opinion Columns
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July 22, 12:00 am
Ryan Nelson: Students should embrace the college they’re in, not where they could be
I confirmed my intent to enroll in college on May 1, 2012, just like nearly every other prospective college student in the country. And it wasn't UCLA. Read more...
Opinion, Opinion Columns
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July 22, 12:00 am
Maia Ferdman: Pushing boundaries vital to study abroad experience
Baguettes, berets and cigarettes. On my flight to Paris for the global studies travel study program, these were the images I expected to greet me. Read more...
Editorials, Opinion
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July 22, 12:00 am
Editorial: Constructive interaction needed between students, Napolitano
The nomination of outgoing U.S. cabinet secretary Janet Napolitano, who was confirmed Thursday at the UC Board of Regents’ bimonthly meeting, has prompted concern from many groups, particularly among students. Read more...
Editorials, Opinion
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July 15, 1:52 am
Editorial: Napolitano nomination for UC presidency lacks transparency
The decision by a University of California search committee to nominate a career politician for the system’s highest post came as a surprise to many UC stakeholders. Read more...