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The student news site of California State University - Los Angeles

University Times

The student news site of California State University - Los Angeles

University Times

(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...

Tables and chairs on the west side of the library return after being used for the encampment last Spring. Photo by Jackson Tammariello.

Missing campus tables and chairs return after encampment

Arturo Orellana, Senior Multimedia Reporter March 1, 2025

After a semester-long absence, the tables and chairs used by the pro-Palestinian protesters to build their encampment are seeing a return for students to use once again.   Students on campus before...

Black crewneck sweater featuring the diablo mascot this version of the mascot has the letter "S" on his costume a small difference compared to the Diablo Grills logo which lacks it.

A dance with the devil might last you forever

Jose Oliver, Opinion Editor February 14, 2025

Everybody knows Cal State LA’s friendly feathered mascot, Eddie the Eagle, but there was once a time when he wasn’t always top of the pecking order. Recently, Cal State LA has been trying to embrace...

Hot water tank outside campus housing on Jan. 7, 2025. Students allege that there was no hot water in some units, highlighting ongoing maintenance concerns.

Cal State LA students report ongoing hot water issues in housing units

Kara Alexander, Multimedia Reporter February 13, 2025

Some students living in campus housing at Cal State LA are reportedly experiencing inconsistent hot water, with some units unable to maintain a steady flow. The issue has allegedly persisted for weeks,...

The Cal State LA farmers market is open to all students every Tuesday, and gives them the opportunity to buy fresh produce, jewelry, and clothing.

Harvesting community at the local farmers market

Joseph Chavarria, Multimedia Reporter October 19, 2024

If you ever walked down the main walkway at Cal State LA, what are you likely to encounter? On most days, it's nothing out of the ordinary, but on Tuesdays, you're likely to come across the farmers market...

The Delgados’ 2022 Toyota Tacoma Sport operates as the barista station for
Not So Instant Coffee.

Not So Instant Coffee brings coffee in a truck

Omar Ortiz, Multimedia Reporter October 9, 2024

As drivers pass the 7-Eleven on Valley Boulevard, they might find a truck parked near the convenience store — a 2022 green Toyota Tacoma Sport fixed with a few chairs and a white tent beside it. The...

A sign in the food court sports the Diablo Grill logo.

Devilishly quick food to-go at the Diablo Grill

Jose Oliver, Multimedia Reporter September 19, 2024

This article was first published in the September 11 print edition of the University Times.   With the amount of dining options available on campus, students in a hurry between classes might have...

After submitting their feedback forms, students could select from an array of flavors, ranging from Jasmine Tea to Mango Tea.

Boba is a highlight of ASI’s ‘meet & greet’ with students

Bryan Antunez August 31, 2024

On Thursday, Aug. 22, the Associated Students Inc (ASI) held an interactive meet & greet booth at the main campus walkway. Titled “Spill Tea, Get Tea,” the booth handed out free boba tea and hosted...

Psilocybin mushrooms regain popularity as researchers look for new ways to use it

Psilocybin mushrooms regain popularity as researchers look for new ways to use it

Gisselle Mauricio, Multimedia Reporter May 16, 2024

Psilocybin mushrooms, also known as “magic mushrooms” or shrooms, are fungi that naturally contain the chemical psilocybin, a psychedelic drug compound. Its effects on the mind are hallucinations and...

Amateur Special FX artist, Carlos Gomez holds his mask named "Elmer."

Creating one final masterpiece, from movie fanatic to Special FX artist

Tristan Longwell, News Editor May 10, 2024

Twenty-four year old Carlos Gomez is an amateur special fx artist and soon-to-be graduate student at Cal State LA, who creates gory sculptures, masks, puppets, props and other artwork. His fascination...

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