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The student news site of California State University - Los Angeles

University Times

The student news site of California State University - Los Angeles

University Times

Voting center at the Student Union on Nov. 4 2024. Photos courtesy of J. Emilio Flores
Cal State LA set to host polling place: Here’s what you need to know

Cal State LA has been selected to host a polling location for the special election in early November, asking voters whether the state...

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The California Faculty Association is suing the CSU Board for violating faculty privacy after releasing information to federal government without notification.
CFA files lawsuit against CSU Board of Trustees in federal investigation case

Editorial note: The University Times and its staff are university student employees and we are included as a part of this subpoena,...

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Left to right, Herman Zimmerman, Denise Okuda, Mike Okuda, September 23rd 2025
Honoring Resistance: EagleCon 2025 Showcases Bold Voices in Storytelling

The atmosphere at Cal State LA was lively as EagleCon 2025 took over the campus. Students filled the rooms, surrounded by EagleCon...

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Cal state LA is one of the 22 CSUs facing a federal subpoena for an investigation into alleged antisemitism due to the 2024 Gaza Solidarity Encampments
Federal investigation at Cal State LA sparks privacy concerns among faculty and staff

Updated on Oct. 3 at 8:35 p.m.: to include details about a temporary restraining order the CFA was set to file and additional information...

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Work photo of Ultra Flex Fitness trainer Jay Martinez. Photo courtesy of Sean Boyd
Once struggling with obesity, West Covina’s Jay Martinez helps others live healthy lifestyles

At a turning point in his adult life, Jay Martinez knew he wanted to lead a healthier lifestyle and overcome obesity. Martinez...

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Front view of Dog Day LA 2025 gathering in Maguire Gardens at LA Central Library. Dogs Gonchi (left) and Archie (right) pose under a DTLA sign on Sept 12 2025.
Pawsitive Vibes: Annual Dog Day unites community

The return of Downtown LA Dog Day for its 17th year in mid-September not only brought together residents and their pets after a two-year...

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Eaton Fire victims gathered at the Loma Alta Park Gym in Altadena on Sept. 27 2025 to give feedback about Southern California Edison's upcoming Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program. The plan will be released later this fall.
SoCal Edison listens to feedback on proposed compensation packages to Altadena residents

Southern California Edison has hosted multiple sessions with Altadena residents over the last week to hear feedback before the company...

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Los Angeles Community Profiles
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Shops in Figueroa Street in Highland Park, a historic neighborhood in Northeast Los Angeles. (Cornell Chuaseco UT)
Collage de Celia Cruz, Selena Quintanilla, y Rocio Durcal.
Opinion: Tres Iconos Fundamentales en la Música Hispana

En honor al mes de la historia de la mujer, recordaremos a tres iconos de la música hispana, incluyendo “La reina del Tex-Mex,”...

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La 30a Conferencia Anual del Día de la Historia Latina

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEpd3E5l4Fw Por primera vez en 30 años, la conferencia anual organizada por Hispanas Organizadas...

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Los residentes se despiden de la torre de Sears

Sentado en la esquina de Olympic Blvd. y Soto St. se encuentra uno de los edificios más reconocibles de Los Ángeles, conocido por...

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The U.S. Capitol building in Washington D.C. on Sept. 22, 2013
Photo by Gage Skidmore courtesy of CreativeCommons
Impending federal government shutdowns could have lasting effects at Cal State LA

The Federal Government will run out of funding later this month and has the potential to shut down, which could have lasting impacts...

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IPhone with ChatGPT opened up on top of a keyboard
Photo by Jernej Furman courtesy of CreativeCommons
Cal State LA students and faculty discuss ChatGPT use

As Artificial Intelligence becomes a part of everyday life, it has inevitably become a part of education and the work that students...

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The Cal State LA campus on a cloudy afternoon
CSU and workers unions at odds over contract obligations

Labor unions representing university workers including the California Faculty Association (CFA), Teamsters 2010, and the California...

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Los Golden Eagles dominan a Chico State y cierran un fin de semana invictos en casa.
“Luminous Streets” empowers women and social justice  in a time of societal upheaval
Members of Pasadena’s Shakespeare Club on performances, plays, and the legacy of the Bard
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Angel Sandres celebrates his first collegiate goal with a trendy dance alongside Johnny Gonzalez and Jose Lopez. Photo courtesy of Isai Carrillo
Golden Eagles dominate Chico State to cap unbeaten home weekend

The Cal State LA Golden Eagles defeated the Chico State Wildcats with a dominant 3–0 performance on Oct. 12 at University Stadium,...

Dodger Stadium right-field mural showing Clayton Kershaw, Will Smith, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and Shohei Ohtani.
Dodgers edge Phillies in NLDS thriller: Thanks to poise, pitching, and pressure

In an emphatic display of postseason timing and mental fortitude, the Los Angeles Dodgers eliminated the Philadelphia Phillies in four...

The super subs of the match. Angel Sanders, Marcos Lipertis, and Diego Arvizu celebrate in style after linking up to score the equalizer. Photo courtesy of Isai Carrillo
Golden Eagles overcome early deficit to defeat Monterey Bay 3–1

The Cal State LA Golden Eagles earned a convincing 3–1 victory over the Cal State Monterey Bay Otters on Oct. 10 at University Stadium,...

Folklórico dancers accompanied Cuevas and the mariachi on stage.
“The Queen of Ranchera Music,” Aida Cuevas, captivates audience at the Luckman Theater

Grammy and Latin Grammy Award-winning artist Aida Cuevas made a mark at the Luckman Theater at Cal State LA with a breathtaking mariachi...

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As a special surprise, students from Maqueos Music Academy joined La Santa Cecilia on stage for a live rendition of “Hojas en el Aire.”
La Santa Cecilia lights up the Luckman Theater

La Santa Cecilia brought their signature fusion of cumbia, rock, bolero, and soul to the Luckman Theater at Cal State LA, filling the...

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Mural designed by Elliott Pinkney featuring three large panels painted with women’s faces / Photo courtesy of the Cal State LA Digital Archive
Cal State LA receives Getty grant to expand access to Compton Communicative Arts Academy archives

Cal State LA has received a $265,000 grant from the Getty Foundation to process the Compton Communicative Arts Academy (CCAA) archives...

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Dodger Stadium right-field mural showing Clayton Kershaw, Will Smith, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and Shohei Ohtani.
Dodgers edge Phillies in NLDS thriller: Thanks to poise, pitching, and pressure

In an emphatic display of postseason timing and mental fortitude, the Los Angeles Dodgers eliminated the Philadelphia Phillies in four...

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St. Louis Cardinals 0, Los Angeles Dodgers 0, Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, California / Photo by Ken Lund courtesy of CreativeCommons
Do the Dodgers have a repeat in them or October sadness again?

For the 12th time in 13 seasons, the Dodgers were crowned champions of the NL West as they clinched their division in Arizona after...

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Still of Domnhall Gleeson as Ned Sampson in 'The Paper' which is now streaming on Peacock / Photo courtesy of NBCUniversal Media Village
‘The Paper’ makes journalism look boring

“The Paper” is a pleasant workplace sitcom that manages to be just likable enough, but is ultimately a shallow exploration of news...

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The "Invincible" TV show is adapted from the 144-issue comic series written by Robert Kirkman and published by Image Comics. Photo by Jose Oliver.
Animation is the kryptonite for “Invincible” Season 3

After a loaded three episode premiere, the third season of“Invincible” has reached a little past the halfway point after having...

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Waymo car pulls up in front of the Mexican Consulate in Downtown Los Angeles on Feb. 21, 2025. Photo by Jose Cabrera.
No driver, no problem — enjoy the ride on Waymo

After years of constant testing, Waymo robotaxis are revolutionizing transportation by implementing self-driving cars onto U.S. roads....

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Cal State LA is one of the 23 CSU campuses that will utilize AI programs to prepare students for higher education and the workforce. (file photo)
New AI initiative will accelerate student learning, CSU says

The California State University (CSU) system announced on Feb. 4 that it will implement an Artificial Intelligence (AI) initiative...

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