Booting up computer smarts

Computers are permanent fixtures in the niches ““ cubicles, dorm rooms ““ of everyday life. Social networks, workplace operations, even individual identities have gone to the wires. But few of the computer-dependent even understand what makes the hardware tick or the mouse click. Students at Dorsey High School in the Los Angeles Unified School District […]

Pouring into the bar scene

Since doodled figures started spreading their energy drink-induced wings in television commercials, the popularity and varieties of the drinks have also soared. Red Bull, the drink that started it all, claims to improve performance and concentration, as well as stimulate the metabolism. The caffeine jolt is traditionally necessary before long drives, athletic events, or finals […]

Private matters

Dave Lerman was once a comedian who made audiences of thousands laugh. He and his partner were guests on the Howard Stern Show. Together, they once toured Las Vegas, and entertained movie deals and television offers. Six years ago, he took stand-up to the hospital examination room. He does his routine in a hospital gown, […]

Building up future engineers

In the rooms of Ackerman Union, groups of high school students design and assemble their own circuits. Others learn the basics of computer programming or nanotechnology. UCLA engineering students at all levels ““ from undergraduates to post-doctorate researchers to alumni ““ stand by ready to answer questions. In the middle of it all, Rick Ainsworth, […]