Q&A: Napolitano On Diversity, Academics and the Undocumented at U.C.
In an interview with New America Media, Napolitano says it was the promise of the California dream, which is really the “American Dream on steroids,” that drew her to the state.
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Students Challenge College Sexual Assault Policies
UC Berkeley is one of the latest campuses accused of mishandling sexual assault on campus. California lawmakers recently authorized an audit of UC Berkeley’s policies.
Are Problems with the Common Application Overhyped?
When I found out that because of technical glitches with the Common App, my school’s early decision deadline was extended — I was ecstatic, but it seems like I was the only one.
Students Compete To Build Best Energy-Saving House
Ever wondered what it would be like to not have to pay an energy bill? You might think you’d have a…
Oakland Awards Honor Young People With Disabilities
In celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, several young people were honored in the Youth In Action Awards ceremony, an annual event put on by the Oakland Mayor’s Commission on Persons with Disabilities.
National Student Poets Meet With First Lady Michelle Obama
National Student Poets are chosen from among the national medalists in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards by a jury…
Oakland Museum Sound Project: “Gumbo”
Listen to Shyra Gums talk about Oakland, in an audio collage featured in the Oakland Museum of California.
Live Chat on Cyberbullying: [Today, 4:30pm]
Join youth journalists from around California on Thursday, October 24 for a live online chat about cyberbullying.
My Sister’s Story: ‘Broken’ Taillight Leads to Deportation
Everything changed three years ago, when my 22-year-old sister was deported to Mexico. Ever since, my family and I have lived with such emptiness in our hearts.