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The student news site of California State University - Los Angeles

University Times

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University Times

Graphic by Christiane Rios.

Hung-up on the hook-up — Ask Christiane

Christiane Rios, Senior Multimedia Reporter March 13, 2025

“Ask Christiane” is an advice column where you can ask questions about dating, friendships, mental health and sex. Questions can be submitted through the "Ask Christiane" Google form on the University...

Tyler Thang performs live. Photo courtesy of Tyler Thang.

Student by day, artist by night

Arturo Orellana, Senior Multimedia Reporter March 13, 2025

Tyler Thang, also known as Pretty Havoc, is a Cal State LA student getting his degree in business while making a name for himself in the music industry as a songwriter, producer, and audio engineer.  Thang...

Portrait of firefighter Adam Catica. Photo by Josmary Molina.

Meet one of the many first responders who combated L.A. wildfires

Josmary Molina, UT Community News Reporter March 13, 2025

Firefighter Adam Catica was one of thousands that helped combat and take down the various fires that occurred in January. Catica, stationed in North Hollywood’s Station No. 89, grew up surrounded by...

Portrait of Whittier Assistant City Manager Shannon DeLong. Photo courtesy of Shannon DeLong.

Homelessness in Whittier: Progress, challenges, and human stories behind the numbers

Destiny Durant, Community News Reporter March 13, 2025

In the quiet city of Whittier, an intriguing story about the progress and challenges of homelessness has unfolded since 2018. Whittier Assistant City Manager Shannon DeLong played an integral role in the...

Graphic by Jackson Tammariello.

A bright idea or waste of time?

Kara Alexander, Multimedia Reporter March 13, 2025

Every second Sunday of March, there comes the time when the clocks jump an hour ahead, and many sleep schedules get thrown into disarray. On Sunday, March 9 at 2 a.m., most clocks nationwide were set an...

Immigration lawyer Lisbeth Mateo instructs the crowd on how to differentiate between warrants that ICE officials may show to people during a panel on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025. Photo by Jackson Tammariello.

‘Undocumented Lawyer’ encourages students to know their rights

Cynthia Harbott, Senior Multimedia Reporter March 13, 2025

Immigration lawyer and activist Lizbeth Mateo paid a visit to Cal State LA late last month to educate students and staff about their legal rights as DACA students and undocumented residents. The panel...

Metro has directed students to go through the westbound station  while the closures are ongoing. Jose Cabrera/UT

Cal State LA busway reopens after week-long closure

Jose Cabrera, Senior Multimedia Reporter March 13, 2025

Students can breathe a sigh of relief as The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority reopened the Cal State LA Eastbound busway station on March 10. However, the stairwell still remains...

Ali Tweini, a political action committee member speaks to students, faculty, and staff union members at a protest about layoffs at Cal State LA. Photo by Kara Alexander.

As layoffs and program cuts loom, Cal State L.A. faculty, staff and students protest

Dawn Dennis, a lecturer in the history department at Cal State L.A., was nominated for the 2025 “Lecturer of the Year” award in early February. Less than a few weeks later, she said her department...

Playoff chances slowly fade for men’s basketball

Sasha Funes, Editor-in-Chief March 1, 2025

The Cal State LA men’s basketball team lost to the Cal Poly Humboldt Lumberjacks 77-72 on Saturday, Feb. 22, limiting their chance at a California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) tournament...

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

Jose Cabrera, Senior Multimedia Reporter March 1, 2025

After years of constant testing, Waymo robotaxis are revolutionizing transportation by implementing self-driving cars onto U.S. roads. Waymo offers its users comfort and luxury while enjoying a smooth...

(From left to right) Edgar Ortega moderates a panel consisting of Jax Nolan, Matt Castro, and Kasey Tran at Best of the Fest on Thursday, Feb. 20. Photo by Bryan Antunez.

Student filmmakers exhibit their work at Best of the Fest

Bryan Antunez, Senior Multimedia Reporter March 1, 2025

On Feb. 20, Cal State LA debuted the inaugural Best of the Fest, an event meant to showcase short films from previous film festivals and bring awareness to the 26th annual Golden Eagle Film Festival, set...

Students will be able to cast their votes in the upcoming ASI elections to determine the new student leaders at Cal State LA. Photo by Jackson Tammariello.

Applications for student leadership positions open

Jackson Tammariello, Managing Editor March 1, 2025

The Associated Students, Inc. of Cal State LA have opened applications for positions in student leadership for the 2025 to 2026 school year. All positions are open for students to apply, including ASI...

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