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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

Beautiful Kiana Alexis on a billboard in New York.

The abused child who grew up to be a popular model

Jordan Rodriguez, Contributing Writer December 4, 2018

Kiana Alexis, 24, is a face you may recognize. It’s plastered on billboards in Times Square in New York City and on the Beverly Center in Beverly Hills. Her eyes are projected on the top of the Cosmopolitan...

View of downtown LA taken during sunset from the Eastside. Photo by Josh Rose via Unsplash.

Do We Still Need To “Save Daylight”? Measure Could Keep Time in California Consistent

Isaac Gutierrez, Contributing Writer December 3, 2018

During the upcoming midterm elections in Nov., voters will have a shot at deciding if they want to repeal Daylight Savings Time. A measure on the ballot proposes Daylight Savings Time to be applied...

Family and friends of Andy Olivera gather on the corner of 1st Street and Virgil in downtown, LA to honor the passing of Olivera, a member of their community

Hit-and-Run Takes the Life of Golden Eagle Freshman

Marisa Vasquez, Managing Editor November 27, 2018

On Thursday night, Nov. 15, friends and family gathered around the corner of 1st St. and Virgil Ave. to honor the death of, Cal State LA freshman, Andy Olivera. The flower adorned traffic light served...

Four cozy study spots near campus, detailing Tierra Mia Coffee, Starbucks coffee, tea house and Copa Vida.

Four Great Study Spots Near East Los Angeles

Becky Nava, Contributing Writer November 13, 2018

The threat of finals week looms, both ominous and inevitable, striking a mixture of fear and relief into the hearts of both first years and seniors alike. Between work and Netflix, friends and family,...

Metallic cans of tomatoes, corn, and other foods all stacked upon a shelf

After School Program Relies on Food Donations

Jordan Rodriguez, Contributing Writer November 13, 2018

Kids who attend the Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club’s afterschool program have time to play, learn through science and other educational activities, and of course, have a snack. And they come hungry....

A plastic bottle is in the middle among a vast majority of white sand, with only dry tongue bushes surrounding it

A Journey Through the Desert and Back to My Childhood

Berenice Moreno, Contributing Writer November 13, 2018

As a child growing up in Michoacan, Mexico, I had taken my first footsteps on the small rural ranch where I lived, overlooking hills in the distance and a dam nearby that looked more like a lake. I would...

Picture of an African-American lady, posing with a silky red and thin glove with her gently eyes closed

Get Your Art Fix: Student Work Highlighted

Jesse Seo, Contributing Writer November 7, 2018

      Cal State LA’s College of Arts and Letters showcased photos, sculptures, paintings, fashion designs and other student work in a gallery in the Fine Arts building.   The...

North Campus Project Conceptual Plan Figure 2 campus view

University Moves Forward with High-Rise Plans

Adrian Bennett de Avila, Contributing Writer November 6, 2018

A new high-rise will soon house 1,500 freshmen and sophomores on campus. The building will feature, among other things, a new dining hall with multiple food stations offering various cuisine options,...

Are Your Voting Rights In Jeopardy?

Roman Banuelos, Contributing Writer November 2, 2018

A 2017 lawsuit challenging a state law that allegedly suppresses minority voters from making it to the polls could influence the November election. “California is failing to comply with these requirements...

Photo of gubernatorial candidates John Cox, left, and Gavin Newsom, right

Newsom and Cox differ drastically on immigration, transportation and healthcare

Adrian Bennett de Avila, Contributing Writer November 2, 2018

Californians will decide next week between two very different candidates for governor. Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom, former mayor of San Francisco, supports the state’s sanctuary law. John...

Transfer retention rate rises

Becky Nava, Contributing Writer November 1, 2018

Graduation rates for transfer students attending Cal State La for three years have increased to 64 percent in 2014 -- up from nearly 38 percent in 2005, according to data from university’s Enrollment...

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