Forcing kids into STEM
Forcing kids into STEM Illuminated by the bright sunlight, the campers alternated swinging on the sets or practicing their monkey bar skills. Some ran around the play structure, chasing each other...
View ArticleUC Berkeley administration reclassifies economics as STEM major
UC Berkeley administration reclassifies economics as STEM major Cheyenne Tex/StaffFollowing in the footsteps of many other U.S. universities, such as Cornell University and the Massachusetts Institute...
View ArticleBerkeley Law makes LSAT optional for certain applicants
Berkeley Law makes LSAT optional for certain applicants Amanda Ramirez/FileThe UC Berkeley School of Law has decided to implement a pilot study this fall that will allow certain applicants to be...
View ArticleUS Department of Education opens Title IX investigation into UC Berkeley...
US Department of Education opens Title IX investigation into UC Berkeley resources for females in STEM Sam Albillo/StaffThe U.S. Department of Education is currently investigating UC Berkeley, along...
View ArticleGet that cap and gown
Get that cap and gown Author’s Foreword: If your family’s version of a fancy dinner involves going to either Olive Garden or Red Lobster, this article most likely relates to you. People who know me...
View ArticleThe beginnings of a troublemaker
The beginnings of a troublemaker Growing up, I never fit in. My problem was not that I had no “thing” or niche but rather that I had too many. In first grade, my career goal was to become a mermaid....
View ArticleCollaboration between math teachers can inspire students
Collaboration between math teachers can inspire students In order to increase retention in schools, especially in the STEM subjects, it all starts with the teachers. Professional development allows...
View ArticleUC Jazz blows the horn on upcoming concert
UC Jazz blows the horn on upcoming concert UC Jazz/CourtesyThe leaves are turning, the temperature is getting cooler and the UC Jazz Ensembles is back for its annual fall concert at the Freight and...
View ArticleHaas School of Business receives STEM designation for MBA programs
Haas School of Business receives STEM designation for MBA programs Mikaela Raphael/FileUC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business’s three MBA programs have received STEM designation, Haas Newsroom announced...
View ArticleUC Berkeley stickers explained: What each classic campus sticker says about you
UC Berkeley stickers explained: What each classic campus sticker says about you Paolo Harris Paz/StaffWe’ve all seen them: kids with decked out laptop cases covered in obscure stickers. Everywhere you...
View ArticleREBUILD coalition announces final ASUC Senate candidates
REBUILD coalition announces final ASUC Senate candidates Campus junior Apoorva Prakash and campus freshman Chaka Tellem have both dreamed about representing the student body since the moment they...
View ArticleWhy women in STEM matter
Why women in STEM matter Despite intention, words affect people in numerous ways. Linguistic mindfulness is as applicable to the sciences as it is to the humanities. While many critique the scientific...
View ArticleReflections from my time as a Golden Bear
Reflections from my time as a Golden Bear The media studies department at UC Berkeley is carefully nestled in the brightest spot on campus — the second floor of Evans Hall, between the warmth and...
View ArticleFever dreaming of America
Fever dreaming of America The United States’ rejection of immigrants has always been among its most exclusionary practices. For Americans, the American Dream is a birthright. But sharing this...
View ArticleOur basic humanity
Our basic humanity Despite my endless attempts to seem as devoid of human emotions as fundamentally possible, I am what you call a big softie. Perhaps this is due to my perpetual unluckiness and being...
View ArticleBerkeley Forum fall 2020 lineup includes scientists, media experts
Berkeley Forum fall 2020 lineup includes scientists, media experts Fogarty International Center /Creative CommonsAmong the Berkeley Forum's lineup of speakers for fall 2020 is Dr. Anthony Fauci, the...
View ArticleFollowing life’s lede
Following life’s lede Most folks who know me know I’m incredibly indecisive, which means I do everything I can to follow through with the decisions I do make. Two months into my senior year of high...
View ArticleUC Berkeley pilot program for outdoor instruction approved by city officials
UC Berkeley pilot program for outdoor instruction approved by city officials Josh Kahen/StaffUC Berkeley’s outdoor instruction pilot program is composed of five programs that are related to certain...
View ArticleUC Berkeley-led university alliance formed to increase STEM diversity in...
UC Berkeley-led university alliance formed to increase STEM diversity in academia Michael Spencer/CourtesyThe California Alliance holds its annual conference in October 2019 at Stanford. This current...
View ArticleFor real progress, fund the humanities
For real progress, fund the humanities Yoonseo Lee/StaffAn hour’s drive from Silicon Valley, UC Berkeley and its educational priorities continue to be impacted by the tech bubble’s emphasis on...
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