Author Archives: Roberta Wolfson

A few days ago, Jennifer Lai heard the sound of a phone ringing in her suitemate’s room. But instead of hearing the tune of “SexyBack” coming from a cell phone, she was startled to hear the basic ring of a landline phone. “I was like, “˜What was that?’” Lai, a first-year pre-psychology student, said. “”˜Is […]

While most students were reveling in the lazy days following fall quarter finals, a minor battle took place on the first floor of Ackerman Union. Insects were discovered in the kitchen of the Sbarro eatery on campus, causing the restaurant to close down for two days in December. “The campus kitchen was clean and our […]

Shouts, cheers, blaring music, and a sea of bright red balloons filled Drake Stadium Saturday morning. Children squealed with delight as they attempted to pour ice water down each other’s backs. Groups of parents chatted with each other while standing in line with their children who waited impatiently for a face painter to bestow colorful […]

For as long as she can remember, Leila Moshref has dreamed of working for the United Nations. Two summers ago, she landed an internship with an affiliated organization, turning her wish into a reality. Moshref, a fourth-year political science student specializing in international relations, is one of several UCLA students who have interned for the […]

For years, rows of cars stacked end to end in driveways and partially blocking sidewalks have been a common sight in the Westwood Village apartments. But Los Angeles police announced that possibly as early as November, they will begin ticketing for “apron parking” ““ the term used for cars parked illegally in driveways so they […]

Life on the Hill is proving to be extra cozy this fall, as residential housing occupancy has reached its highest since UCLA’s establishment in 1919. Both new and returning students have felt the increase in population, and their reactions have been mixed ““ students said while they enjoy the Hill’s bustling energy, they have also […]

A panel of energy analysts met Thursday to discuss the need for a renewed perspective on the world’s current energy challenges during the UCLA Anderson Forecast’s quarterly conference. They emphasized the need for breakthroughs in finding alternative energy sources and a redefined attitude toward the fuel crisis. John Podesta, the keynote speaker and CEO of […]