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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

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Cal State LA addresses water concerns

Anne To, Multimedia Reporter October 17, 2022

Los Angeles County, along with the rest of California, is currently going through severe droughts, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. Some students are concerned about the amount of water used on...

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Thefts make up largest chunk of recent campus crimes

Erick Cabrera, Multimedia Reporter October 2, 2022

With a month into the fall semester,  crime has increased along with students on campus. The University Times reported that over the summer, 50 percent of crimes on campus were vandalism. Police Chief...

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Residents trapped in South Village elevators

Denis Akbari, Intern Reporter October 2, 2022

Many residents keep getting stuck in elevators in the South Village dorms, according to students interviewed. While some admit it is their fault for jumping inside the elevators, others are concerned about...

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Plan to graduate this year? Here is what you need to know

Mia Alva, Editor-in-Chief October 2, 2022

Are you ready to graduate? Do you know about the graduation application?  Here are some tips and deadlines from the graduation office and commencement website to keep in mind this year.  Graduation...

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South Village dining employees report ‘filthy’ and ‘hostile’ work environment

Victoria Ivie, Managing Editor October 2, 2022

Note: This story contains profanity. For many students, and especially for those living on campus, the Cal State LA South Village dining hall is a haven of food options. But for some employees, the...

a picture of an overfilled trash can outside of the Carl's Jr.

The overabundance of trash causes overflowing trash bins

Oscar Torres, Digital Editor September 24, 2022

When walking to classes or going to grab a bite to eat, many people expect a clean place to enjoy a meal. What many didn’t expect is overflowing trash cans with garbage spilling out onto the floor.  Since...

Cal State LA eases mask mandate.

BREAKING: Cal State LA eases mask mandate indoors

Anne To, Multimedia Reporter September 23, 2022

Starting Oct. 1, masks will no longer be required for indoor spaces other than classrooms, labs and the Student Health Center, according to a university-wide email sent today.  Locations that would...

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Students experience mahjong for the first time with Mahjong Monday

Anne To, Multimedia Reporter September 19, 2022

The Asian Pacific Islander Student Resource Center (APISRC) held Mahjong Monday on Sept. 12. Two tables were set with black tablecloths and mahjong sets on top.  Mahjong is a tile game that was developed...

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Cal State LA students navigate night school

Jessica Lopez, Multimedia Reporter September 18, 2022

In the evening hours, Cal State LA students can attend classes on campus. The length of each type can vary depending on the subject itself. An archeology seminar, for instance, runs from 6 p.m. to 8:45...

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Students feel safe but want more information on monkeypox

Anthony Aguilar, Multimedia Reporter September 18, 2022

Monkeypox is fairly new to the public, but  when it comes to students at Cal State LA, some have trust in the staff at the university for enforcing protocols. Daisy Ponce, a psychology major, gives the...

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‘Have You Eaten?’ discussion sparks awareness of Asian American issues

Erik Adams, Multimedia Reporter September 18, 2022

Sweet snacks and spirited conversations were shared among over a dozen Cal State LA students at the Asian Pacific Islander Resource Center (APISRC) on Thursday. The resource center was home to an open...

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Public Safety distributes 60 steering wheel locks in first week of program

Will Baker, Social/Multimedia Editor September 18, 2022

Since campus safety's steering wheel lock program started Sept. 9, only 60 locks have been claimed as of Sept 15.  This update comes from a statement provided by Chief of Police and Director of Public...

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