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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
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Will Baker, Social/Multimedia Editor

Will Baker is in his final year of undergraduate at Cal State LA studying film production and minoring in entertainment marketing. He is the multimedia editor of the UT. Before this semester, Will had worked as a journalist writing many articles regarding the hot topics on campus. In his free time Will enjoys movies, theater and improv shows across LA. Will also enjoys spending his free time with his husband and dog Boots.

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The University Times newsroom, located in King Hall at the Cal State LA campus. Photo by Will Baker.

[Photo] Former University Times reporter fabricated quotes on multiple articles

Victoria Ivie, Editor-in-Chief
April 13, 2023
Candles lit in honor of Edgar Aguirre, who was shot near campus on April 1 weekend, was Austin Mace's roommate on campus. Photo by Will Baker.

BREAKING: Second Cal State LA student death ruled ‘natural’

Will Baker and Erik Adams
April 8, 2023
Cal State LA student Edgar Aguirre was shot and killed on Saturday, April 1, 2023, near the Golden Eagle Apartments. Photo by Will Baker.

[Photo] BREAKING: Cal State LA student shot and killed near campus

Victoria Ivie, Editor-in-Chief
April 3, 2023
Students who may suffer with reading disabilities can utilize software like Kurzweil ® which is a computer based assistive technology that helps with the learning process. Graphic by Will Baker.

[Photo] How to get help as a disabled student

Thomas Davila, Multimedia Reporter
April 2, 2023
Students having a hard time finding when to practice yoga should consider taking one of the many yoga classes offered each semester. During the 2022-2023 year, the class was listed as KIN 1079 in the course catalog. Graphic by Will Baker.

[Photo] Morning Necessities: Let’s get physical

Oscar Torres, Community News Digital Editor
March 22, 2023
The area was roped off with yellow police caution tape, still seen here days after the shooting at the intersection of N Mission and Broadway in Lincoln Heights. Photo by Will Baker.

[Photo] Students concerned amid recent violent crimes near campus

Erik Adams, Senior Multimedia Reporter
March 21, 2023
Cal State LA's garden of well-being is part of the WellBeingU initiative. Photo by Will Baker.

[Photo] CAPS slowly rebuilding after past problems

Anna Kuchison and Victoria Ivie
March 6, 2023
Photographs of six different air vents at King Hall, the Library, U-SU, Arts & Letters, Fine Arts, and Salazar Hall. Photos and collage by Will Baker.

[Photo] Is the air filtration at Cal State LA routinely maintained?

Anthony Aguilar, Multimedia Reporter
February 27, 2023
According to Shakeout.org, being prepared for an earthquake requires the ability to react and remain calm to protect yourself and those around you. For anyone using a walker, or wheelchair, it is suggested to lock your brakes, cover your neck and head with your arms, and to hold on. Graphic by Will Baker.

[Photo] How would Cal State LA handle the next big quake?

Erik Adams, Senior Multimedia Reporter
February 28, 2023
Will Baker posing with some decor at the Windsor in Chicago. Baker was part of the training team as head bartender. Photo courtesy of Will Baker.

I refuse to fully celebrate Chartwells coming to Cal State LA

Will Baker, Social Media/Multimedia Editor
February 10, 2023
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[Photo] Cal State LA hires new food contractor after claims of poor quality food

Victoria Ivie, Editor-in-Chief
January 23, 2023
The search committee forum was hosted in the Luckman Theatre on campus, although Cal State LA community members were able to attend either in person or virtually.

[Photo] Diversity and the presidential search

Jessica Lopez, Multimedia Reporter
November 13, 2022
The search committee forum was hosted in the Luckman Theatre on campus, although Cal State LA community members were able to attend either in person or virtually.

[Photo] Cal State LA receives diversity award for the fourth time

Mia Alva, Editor in Chief
November 14, 2022
Black Friday and Cyber Monday accounted for nearly $20 billion in revenue for the 2022 shopping season

[Photo] 5 Black Friday tips and deals

Victoria Ivie, Managing Editor
November 14, 2022
A group of people in the Queer History Talk

Queer History Talk Back kicks off LGBT history month

Will Baker, Social Media/Multimedia Editor
October 17, 2022
a picture of a employee putting food on a plate

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

Victoria Ivie, Managing Editor
October 2, 2022
a picture of an overfilled trash can outside of the Carl's Jr.

[Photo] The overabundance of trash causes overflowing trash bins

Oscar Torres, Digital Editor
September 24, 2022
Cal State LA eases mask mandate.

[Photo] BREAKING: Cal State LA eases mask mandate indoors

Anne To, Multimedia Reporter
September 23, 2022
shot of student union building at night

[Photo] Cal State LA students navigate night school

Jessica Lopez, Multimedia Reporter
September 18, 2022
A shot of the student parking lot

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

Will Baker, Social/Multimedia Editor
September 18, 2022
Photo of students walking in a parking lot

BREAKING: Public Safety to begin distributing steering wheel locks for some drivers

Will Baker, Multimedia Editor and Social Media Editor
September 8, 2022
Mia Alva staff photo 2022

[Photo] Mia Alva

October 23, 2021
Photo of the university's library.

[Photo] BREAKING: Cal State LA offers option to move to remote instruction due to heat

Denis Akbari, Intern Reporter
September 7, 2022
Denis staff photo

[Photo] Denis Akbari

February 9, 2022
A graphic of a graduate student kicking money

What you need to know about student loan forgiveness

Will Baker, Social/Multimedia Editor
September 5, 2022
A graphic of a piggy bank with a lot of money coming out of it

Spending hacks for Golden Eagles

Will Baker, Social/Multimedia Editor
September 5, 2022
Inside we see students without their mask on getting close to each other

[Photo] People not wearing masks indoors sparks conversations within the Cal State LA community

Mia Alva, Editor in Chief
September 5, 2022
A new west side exterior rendering of the JFK Memorial Library from the master plan.

Library experiences delayed renovation plans due to inflation

Will Baker, Multimedia Editor
August 21, 2022
President Covino coating with someone at a meeting.

Vote of no confidence… now what?

Will Baker, Reporter
May 16, 2022
Bryan Harris and Lynn Nguyen on screen during their Coca-Cola short film.

First-year transfer students transfer their dream from page to screen

Will Baker, Reporter
May 5, 2022
Jaime Arellano sharing his thoughts about the ASI election process anticipating the results.

New ASI president elected after 3.5% voter turnout

Will Baker, Reporter
May 3, 2022
Los Faustinos flyer showing where the play is happening.

[Photo] Los Faustinos has final performance at Cal State LA 

Anna Kuchison, Intern
May 2, 2022
Flyers posted all over campus raising awareness of the current commencement plans.

Golden Eagles feel their wings are clipped with future parking lot graduation

Will Baker and Brian Lai
May 2, 2022
Theater students prepare for their in-person plays this semester.

They perform for the applause: Theater students excited to resume in-person learning

Will Baker, Reporter
March 17, 2022
Cal State LA students wearing masks on campus.

Breaking: Cal State LA to keep mask requirement in place despite county change

Will Baker, Reporter
March 3, 2022
picture of Anna Nguyen

Breaking: ASI announces new president

Will Baker, Reporter
March 1, 2022
Picture of Diana Chavez

Dedicated student advocate steps down as ASI president leaving vacancy

Will Baker, Reporter
February 23, 2022
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