Thursday, September 4th, 2008

News

Admissions cover-up alleged

By Anthony Pesce | 2 days, 22 hours

University denies taking race of applicants into account, but professor’s report says otherwise

A professor is alleging that UCLA illegally takes race into account when admitting black students and is accusing the university of hiding data in a cover-up.

Shooter arrested in Westwood

Suitcase found to contain semi-automatic pistols, timers, paint thinner, other suspicious items

Party conventions contrast

Democratic convention was key moment for Obama; GOP convention faces cancellations

Biden’s experience adds to Obama’s resume

Delaware senator has foreign policy skills, but critics are concerned he clashes with message of change
UCU-Banking

Sports

UCLA beats Tennessee in overtime

Bruin defense turns heads while stopping the Vol’s running game, but Craft’s late‑game heroics steal show

By Jason Feder | 2 days, 21 hours

Make no mistake about it – this was never a game UCLA was supposed to win.

Craft brings back game in second half

Junior quarterback recovers from a rough start to show his talent, get in rhythm with his offense

Hold your highest hopes for next year

Tough schedule makes one-year turnaround unlikely – just wait until Neuheisel gets to recruit

Women’s volleyball ends season-opening tournament with 2-1 record

A&E

No fanciful mermaids on this real-life ‘Island’

Freud Playhouse offers contemporary musical version of ‘The Little Mermaid’ that showcases Caribbean culture, deals with complexities of real life

By Kelsey Ramos | 2 days, 23 hours

Those familiar with Disney’s splashy “The Little Mermaid” may not recognize their favorite flippered maiden in Reprise Theatre Company’s musical “Once on This Island.” In this production, there is no strand of red mermaid hair to be found.

Weekend Review: “Sleep Through the Static Tour”

Gamer galaxy: “Bionic Commando Rearmed”

Photo Gallery: Effin' Good Music

Viewpoint

Palin gamble unlikely to get votes

Inexperienced vice presidential candidate has weak chance of attracting support from women

By Rashmi Joshi | 2 days, 23 hours

My suitemate second year was from somewhere in Alaska, and that won her so much of the floor’s curiosity that you would think she hailed from a different planet; kids from Canada get less attention than that.

Editorial: Dissension necessary part of university life

Editorial: McCain fails to put US first with VP choice

US should measure maturity consistently

Trusting 18-year-olds with the responsibility to enlist and vote, but not to drink, shows nation’s misplaced priorities

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