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University Times

The student news site of California State University - Los Angeles

University Times

The student news site of California State University - Los Angeles

University Times

Mask on a table. Photo by Victoria Ivie.
Vaccines no longer required on campus but masks still are

Cal State LA students and faculty received a campus-wide email on April 14 stating that vaccinations were no longer required by the...

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Sinkhole view. Photo by Victoria Ivie.
Sinkhole dragging down campus life

Traffic jams, buses rerouted, and classes missed are just some of the many inconveniences the sinkhole underneath Circle drive, between...

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John F. Kennedy Memorial Library has multiple places on its various floors to study alone or with a group. Photo by Anthony Aguilar.
Places students like to study on campus

College students understand that finding the best locations to go study is very important to help with their school performance. But...

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A photo op cutout was one of hundreds of images on display at the Eagle-Con gallery. Photo by Erik Adams.
‘Not just white boys and gadgets’: Eagle-Con explores ethnicity and gender in science fiction

While dismantling science-fiction stereotypes and discussing the genre’s marginalized chronicles, Eagle-Con’s “Multi-ethnic History...

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Joshua Alvarado in front of his high school holding a check for $50,000.
South Gate High School scholar awarded a $50,000 college scholarship

A South Gate High School Student received a life-changing surprise that he didn’t see coming during his school’s career day. Joshua...

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Christina Castellon with Brianna Garcia and Angel Garcia
Sales rep carries his upbringing in Boyle Heights and parents' values with him

Even when it seemed like there was no way out, Los Angeles native Angel Garcia saw the “light at the end of the tunnel” and believed...

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A group of people/teachers holding signs protesting against district layoffs.
Teacher, aide layoffs looming at El Rancho Unified School District

Pico Rivera teachers and staff are worried their careers may end prematurely after the El Rancho Unified School District recently rescinded...

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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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Every Wednesday, the main walkway on campus is full of vendors providing fresh and local produce that can be purchased with Cal Fresh. Photo by Will Baker.
Need help applying for CalFresh?

“As a cook and chef, our industry was hit hard. Out of work and not able to pay bills, we found ourselves in the shelters and it...

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Strike attendee holds up sign amid several thousand supporters during the first rally of the action. Sign translates to We keep schools safe, We Demand Respect. Photo by Erik Adams.
Cal State LA faculty and students show up to support LAUSD strike

Update: On April 18, The Service Employees United Local 99 said on its website that the Los Angeles Unified School District’s...

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A selfie of Edgar Aguirre. Photo courtesy of Project Rebound Director Summer Brantner.
Remembering Cal State LA student shot and killed near campus

Edgar Aguirre, a 38-year-old Cal State LA student who was shot and killed at the beginning of April, was described by peers as “quirky,”...

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Thrifted clothing and affordable textiles at the ‘End of Fast Fashion’ show
Why is it hard to find intimate connections without committing?
Author Alex Elle visits Cal State LA for ‘Well-Being Week’
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Senior Andrew Tovar steps up to the plate for the Golden Eagles. Photo by Xavier Zamora.
Golden Eagles fight to the finish in final home series opener

The Golden Eagles baseball team defeated Cal State Monterey Bay in the first of a four game weekend series with a final score of 9-8,...

Iyanna Lamb. Photo courtesy of Cal State LA athletics.
The Eagle Nest

Iyanna Lamb Lamb is a sophomore guard for the Golden Eagles women’s basketball team. She attended Long Beach Poly High, where...

Shannon Turner and Jesus Nichol ii competing in the 800 meters at the Mt Sac Relays at the Holmer Lodge Stadium. Photo by Jill Connelly. Courtesy of Cal State LA Athletics.
Track and Field teams continue getting stronger

The track and field team not only considers themselves to be a big family but is also trying to create winners on and off the field. The...

Nguyen said this still represents a moment of intimacy. Photo by Tristan Longwell.
Two graduate artists on display in on-campus exhibition

This article has been edited after posting, for a correction. Two Cal State LA graduate students, Boone Nguyen and Devanshi Purohit,...

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Boone Nguyen and his family moved from Saigon to Philadelphia when he was seven as refugees. This experience made him create art that represented displaced communities. Photo courtesy of Boone Nguyen.
Meet Boone Nguyen: Putting a spotlight on Vietnamese culture and history

Flashing images of floral patterns from his mother’s clothing overlay a white ao dai, a traditional Vietnamese garment that is worn...

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A mural of a cemetery
Boyle Heights artists create connections at a local coffee shop while being inspired by the community

At the Weird Wave Coffee Brewers in Boyle Heights, owner Jackson Defa provides a space for some of the community's artists to grab...

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Delaney Hall sitting outside of the University Student Union. Photo by Alyssah Hall.
Spring into style

Warm weather and sunshine inspired students to sport these vibrant and stylish spring looks on campus. Add green, blood orange, lavender,...

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What personal fears mean to a college student and how to overcome them. Graphic by Anne To.
What personal fears mean to a college student and how to overcome

“Don’t be afraid of taking risks, be confident in your abilities and in who you are.” This is a quote Elijah Green, a communication...

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Rainbow Mediterranean Salad. Photo by Skye Connors.
Cooking to Cure: Olive this salad…and you will, too

It’s no secret that the foods we eat affect our physical and mental health. “Eat Better, Feel Better” is practically my motto....

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A Director at LAHSA attended the Alhambra Homeless Count to help organize the event
L.A. County homeless count goes digital, raising concerns about its new app

Pens and clipboards were replaced with an app this year for hundreds of volunteers who participated in the annual Homeless Count organized...

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NFTs: Trending and dangerous?

Every day, thousands of people hop onto the internet to hang out with friends, look at videos or play video games for dozens of hours.  They...

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Incoming freshmen are making connections through a screen

Before Fall 2021 comes into play, incoming freshmen are already finding new ways to connect with their future classmates through apps...

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