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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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Golden Eagles return to in-person classes, but are they prepared?

Irene Hernandez, Contributor February 19, 2022

Now that classes have returned to campus, students are feeling both excited and anxious about transitioning back to in-person learning.  To help students ease the stress of in-person instruction, the...

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Golden Eagles claim LA as the ‘City of Champions’ after Rams Super Bowl win

Braylin Collins, Reporter & News Break Anchor February 18, 2022

The Los Angeles Rams won its first Super Bowl title since returning to L.A., bringing the Vince Lombardi Trophy back to the city after a 38-year drought.  The Rams finished the season tied with the...

COVID testing site on campus next to the student services center.

Cal State LA prepares for students to return with a few new COVID safety guidelines

Stephanie Medina, Reporter February 16, 2022

Although COVID-19 safety measures were put in place for in-person classes last fall, students still have mixed feelings about returning to campus this week.  So what precautions is the university taking...

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Roses are red, violets are blue, I’m going back to school on Valentine’s Day, and so are you

Jessica Liu, Intern Reporter February 14, 2022

Is President Bill Covino a romantic? The first day back to in-person classes at Cal State LA is Feb. 14, which also happens to be Valentine’s Day. In the spirit of love, the University Times talked...

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Opinion: Is easier better?

Skye Connors, Contributor February 7, 2022

Last semester, I was texted a link to an online petition, “Provide More Online Courses for All Majors in the Spring Semester at CSULA,” which at the time had more than 3,800 signatures. For perspective,...

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Services available for students during virtual learning and beyond

Irene Hernandez, Contributor February 6, 2022

Wondering what services are available for students during these virtual times?  Even though classes are being held virtually until Feb. 14, the University Times compiled a list of resources that are...

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Students ambivalent about spring semester’s remote start

Priscilla Caballero, Reporter January 31, 2022

Fully vaccinated? Check. Booster shot? Check. First three weeks of spring semester remotely? It’s not exactly how Cal State LA students thought their spring semester would start.  Jacob Rangnes,...

The Cal State LA cheer team are in two rows with their uniforms on and holding their pom poms.

Much-needed school spirit returned with cheer team

Genesis Gonzalez, Reporter January 29, 2022

Now that they've had a taste of being back together, Cal State LA's cheer team is excited to bring back school spirit once fans are allowed at sporting events again.   Cal State LA announced...

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Newbie firefighter earns his stripes in his first fire

Priscilla Caballero, Community News Reporter December 21, 2021

They say not all heroes wear capes. Pasadena Fire Department probationary firefighter Evan Merced wears a 75-pound protective suit. But Merced didn’t always dream of working as a firefighter in...

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How I became the ‘princess of clubs’ in my own Alice in Wonderland adventure

Xennia Hamilton, Community News Reporter November 20, 2021

In high school, I didn't have many friends. I was shy, a bookworm and simply was the person who didn’t speak much. That was until I met my best friend, Robert Canales, in senior year. It would change...

A student wearing a mask carrying a paper bag with food items in it. There is also food items behind him in the background which is yellow.

Students share their food pantry experience

Stephanie Medina, Reporter November 7, 2021

Every week, 200 students are allowed to sign up and receive a bag of food from the Cal State LA food pantry. “Students shouldn’t be forced to starve themselves, especially with their busy schedules,”...

Photo shows an animated girl eating at a restaurant. Giant neon utensils are displayed on top of restaurant.

New Everytable to provide students with more food options

Mia Alva, Managing Editor October 20, 2021

Another Everytable has opened this fall giving students on the south side of campus easier access to meals without having to make the walk to the food court.   With construction originally starting...

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