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New media driving Occupy movement, prof says
Information Studies Professor Leah A. Lievrouw sees the day-to-day use of mobile devices as a defining element of Occupy’s activism that have helped organizers gain momentum and support as well as ignite social, cultural and economic change.
Police investigating sexual assault on campus
UCLA police are investigating an alleged sexual assault that occurred on campus early Friday morning, Jan. 27, at the top of Saxon steps, according to a crime alert issued by the police department.
Patients' vision improves after stem cell transplants
Researchers at UCLA's Jules Stein Eye Institute and colleagues who successfully transplanted specialized retinal cells derived from human embryonic stem cells into the eyes of two legally blind patients report that the transplants appear safe and that both patients have experienced modest improvement in their vision.
UC cuts administrative costs, seeks new revenue
The University of California has launched a variety of initiatives to pare down operational costs and take advantage of revenue opportunities, including those that involve new inventions.
Green construction surges at UCLA, cutting energy bills
It’s a big year for green buildings at UCLA, and they’re helping the campus save a bundle. The campus has five LEED-certified buildings so far, but that figure's about to climb, with UCLA poised to gain nine more.
Regents to join all-UC rally at state Capitol in May
The University of California Board of Regents will rally on the steps of the state Capitol in May alongside students, faculty, staff, alumni and other UC supporters, chair Sherry Lansing announced Wednesday (Jan. 18).
Japanese Garden to be sold to raise funds for endowments
Fulfilling an obligation to fund wide-ranging research and professorships, UCLA is selling the UCLA Hannah Carter Japanese Garden and an adjoining home to raise money for endowments identified by the couple who donated the property.
Yudof calls for smoke-free campuses in two years
University of California President Mark Yudof recently asked the chancellors to begin to develop plans for implementing a smoke-free environment on each campus within the next 24 months.
Out and About
The bright "Walk Your Wheels" signs 'round Bruin Plaza or south of Parking Structure 8 are UCLA Transportation's reminder to be-wheeled Bruins to hop off and walk in high-pedestrian areas. That goes for bikers, skateboarders, roller bladers and scooter-riders. Student enrollment has increased nearly 10 percent since 2006, so the three Dismount Zones were created in 2009 to prevent collisions. Rolling in those areas can land you a $202 ticket if UCPD catches you (an amount set by the courts, not UCLA). Check out Transportation's announcement for more info.
People
Life and achievements of Winston Doby celebrated at Royce Hall
Hundreds of people — representing all facets of Winston Doby’s 40-plus years in university service — came together on Jan. 23 to celebrate the life of a legendary champion of student diversity.
An artistic partnership that transcended borders
The Fowler will become the first museum to focus on the work of Alighiero Boetti from a cross-cultural perspective and illuminate the role of the anonymous Afghan women who helped him create his most iconic pieces.
Abdul-Jabbar new state department cultural ambassador
U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton appointed UCLA basketball great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to the role of global ambassador during a White House ceremony.
Stressed-out international students get help
For the thousands of international students who land in Westwood each year to attend UCLA, things start out looking mighty fine. But for some, it's the honeymoon before homesickness, anxiety over being in a new culture and other stresses set in.
Around Campus
Dickens' 200th birthday gives campus chance to reencounter author
On Feb. 7, the UCLA Library and the Department of English are joining lovers of Charles Dickens everywhere in celebrating the author's 200th birthday with a commemorative exhibit, lecture and film screening.
Terasaki Center series sheds light on a changing Japan
"New Visions of Japan" film screenings, art exhibitions, symposium and more March 6-June 12 will celebrate the center's 20th anniversary.
Verifying eligibility for health coverage to start in March
Beginning in March, all faculty, staff and retirees who have family members enrolled in UC-sponsored medical, dental and/or vision plans will be asked to verify their family members' eligibility.
UC, union reach deal on pension, health rates
OAKLAND — The University of California announced today (Jan. 23) that it finalized an agreement with the University Professional and Technical Employees that sets health rates and pension contributions for about 8,700 employees systemwide.
Archive screens film classics in historic downtown movie palace
UCLA's Film & Television Archive is extending its reach to downtown audiences with Wednesday night screenings at the Million Dollar Theater, which dates back to 1918.
Applications for 2012-13 TIE-INS Program now being accepted
Applications for the 2012-13 TIE-INS Program are now being accepted through March 30, 2012. Now in its fourth year, the program enables children of UCLA employees to attend four public schools close to campus.
High school students to rack their brains in neuroscience competition
High school students from across Southern California will be stretching their synapses and scouring their cerebellums at the Los Angeles Brain Bee, to be held Jan. 21 in the UCLA Neuroscience Research Building.
Applications to become staff advisor to the regents now being accepted
The application period for the next staff advisor-designate to the Board of Regents opens today (Jan. 17), the University of California Office of the President announced.
Fitting Wooden to a T
You've got books by Coach John Wooden and the Pyramid of Success hanging on your wall. Now, with the launch of a brand-new line of vintage T-shirts, you can proudly wear the iconic UCLA coach's words of wisdom.
Voices
Verbatim — Romney’s money, bad relationships and gambling
UCLA faculty members are quoted every day in the national media on a wide range of topical subjects. Here is a recent selection.
Politics is a high-stakes game
While Americans might not tolerate lying from kindergarteners, when a candidate from a particular party engages in a half-truth to win an election, it benefits that party’s voters — and that’s the truth.
Kids want fame more than anything
Yalda T. Uhls' research shows that 'tweens crave fame and think that getting it should be easy.
Verbatim — ‘senior moments,’ getting out of gangs and chained to your desk
UCLA faculty members speak to national media on a wide range of topical subjects.
Guantanomo's tainted legacy threatens to continue
An order is being proposed that will require all correspondence between the accused at Guantanamo and their appointed military lawyers be reviewed by federal officials. The order is a mistake, one that threatens to jeopardize the progress made in reversing Guantanamo's tainted legacy as a legal black hole.
