While books have remained a steady source of information throughout centuries of literacy, digital collections now also accompany the traditional paper books at University of California libraries.
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Holistic approach proposed to increase diversity
Numerous students from underprivileged backgrounds are rejected every year when they fail to meet the amount of points necessary for admission into several University of California schools.
Final project aimed to prevent faculty layoffs in communication studies department
In light of the university’s decision to lay off faculty members throughout the college, students from Steve Peterson’s Communication Studies 156 class used theoretical knowledge to advocate for the reinstatement of 12 lecturers from the communication studies department, including Peterson himself.
UCLA professors continue to research with aid of American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
Monday marked the six-month anniversary of the research projects started by UCLA professors and funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
Santa Monica’s Big Blue Bus system may see increase in fares, affecting UCLA Transportation
With a decrease in funding for public transit agencies all over California, Santa Monica’s Big Blue Bus may increase rider fares to maintain the same service it currently offers.
Coptic Orthodox Christian Club and United Arab Society at UCLA discuss religious tension
More than a month after a drive-by shooting killed six Christians who attended a Coptic Christmas Eve Mass on Jan. 6, Egypt is still recuperating from the escalation of religious tension.
Obama proposes cap on student loan payments
President Barack Obama proposed a cap on student loan payments for college students who cannot afford their education in the midst of the economic crisis.