Shopping is usually affiliated with tangible goods "“ new clothes, new shoes. It epitomizes consumerism, promoting the search for the highest level of satisfaction possible. So as college students, consumers of higher education, why don't we "shop" for classes? Read more...
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January 17, 11:24 pm
Speaks Out: UC-wide smoking ban
UCLA students sound off on what they think of the recently announced UC-wide smoking ban to go into effect in 2014.
Paul Kim
Second-year, biology
"(I) object to (the smoking ban) because smoking is bad, but it is stress relief, like coffee. Read more...
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Paul Kim
Opinion
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January 17, 11:21 pm
UC butts in
Full disclosure: I am not a smoker. But the suggested UC-wide 2014 smoking ban does have me worried. Read more...
Opinion
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January 16, 11:55 pm
ASUCLA should grant USAC request but better money management necessary
Recent clamor about the Undergraduate Student Council's lack of funds for the remaining school year makes me realize I should better understand the annual $121.38 Undergraduate Students Association Fee I pay. Read more...
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January 13, 12:31 am
In the know: Safe sex initiative aimed at porn industry
Pornography may be alluring for the fantasies that different actors and scenarios present. But because pornography attempts to create exciting sexual fantasies that often don't take place in real life, most male actors don't wear condoms so as not to acknowledge the consequences of pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases. Read more...
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January 13, 12:28 am
In the know: New U.S. ambassador to Russia
Michael McFaul, President Barack Obama's top White House adviser on Russian policy, was sworn in Tuesday as the U.S. ambassador to Russia. The swift nomination by President Obama signifies the administration's continuing devotion to strengthening relations with the Kremlin. Read more...