Monthly Archives - December 2009
December 2009 Archives
Paralyzed UCD law student passes bar exam
Campus NewsDecember 1, 2009
Sara Granda doesn’t take no for an answer.
Medical students less likely to decline admission for financial reasons
City NewsDecember 1, 2009
The results of a recent Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions survey indicate that medical school applicants may be less affected by the current economic climate than their peers applying to law and business school. These students may also be the most reserved group in the online sphere.
Editorial: Fee protests
OpinionDecember 1, 2009
In response to a 32 percent fee increase for students at the University of California, there have been numerous demonstrations decrying what students see as mismanagement by the UC Board of Regents and the state of California. While it is certainly the right of all students to protest, it is important to do so with respect and tact. Otherwise, the spectacle can simply detract from the message.
Editorial: Davis Student Cooperative
OpinionDecember 1, 2009
The Department of Student Housing recently announced its decision to close one of the three cooperative student homes on campus, citing financial problems as the motivating factor. Unfortunately, it appears as though Student Housing has done relatively little to prevent the closure.
Dean shares budget advice with administrators
Campus NewsDecember 1, 2009
It wasn’t raining when Noah built the ark … and there weren’t protests when the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences began restructuring its budget.
Column: Get out of jail free column
OpinionDecember 1, 2009
It’s the week before finals and all through the school – just kidding.
Column: A Persian Tanks-geeving
OpinionDecember 1, 2009
I don’t care what you say. Persian parents have no idea how to celebrate American holidays.
Column: A failure to lead
OpinionDecember 1, 2009
The autumn winds of discontent are blowing through California. The student protests that occurred on UC campuses will undoubtedly continue into the foreseeable future. Unfortunately, the state’s budget problems haven’t been solved yet, despite the passion from protestors.
