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educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: Beautiful school, beautiful students, not so beautiful bureaucracy

Fri, 16 May 2003 17:44:13 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author paxromana - My perspectives

A review, especially one regarding such a personal experience like college, is useful only if the readers are aware of the reviewer's perspectives. So, here is a hopefully-not-so-vain self-introduction, with which I hope you can...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: UCLA is a school worth considering.

Fri, 14 Jun 2002 02:52:34 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author ab123cd - I graduated from UCLA a while ago and so my review may be a bit dated but I've spent that past several years at Stanford and Berkeley and so I thought I'd share my views of UCLA vis-a-vis these other 2 schools.

Assets:

1. the campus is...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: Trying to decide on a college?

Sun, 25 Nov 2001 21:29:55 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author peachy_8 - University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) is one of the leading universities in this country and one of the most lovely campuses in California, especially Southern California. The school started in 1919 as the southern branch of the University of...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: The most important thing I was told...

Fri, 4 May 2001 05:36:45 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author marthafocker - As a freshman at UCLA, few things are more important than knowing what classes to take. For those of you already at UCLA, it's never too late to get back on track and repair that GPA tarnished by your floundering in Chem 20A. For those of you who still...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: Get a Degree then Get Out

Wed, 21 Mar 2001 19:24:47 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author lisaatucla - I graduated in 2000 as a Communication Studies major so I will write specific to my experience which may differ from department to department.

What I Disliked

Including the graduate programs, there are about 36,000 students. More...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: UCLA or BUST

Tue, 2 Jan 2001 06:34:43 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author fresabean - Some say it's the second-rate UC located in the "armpit" of Los Angeles. Others say that it's the university where the undergraduates take a minimum of five years to graduate, with the extra year allotted being such that parking is so bad...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: Lavin is ruining the bball program

Mon, 25 Dec 2000 01:51:11 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author calmo28 - UCLA has a proud basketball tradition. Coach John Wooden may be the most important and revered coach in men's basketball ever. I believe at UCLA he won 10 national championships, just an unbelievable coach and teacher. I actually attended a speech by...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: fragmented education

Mon, 4 Dec 2000 02:19:14 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author jrafgirl - There's one thing I'll admit, UCLA does have a good reputation. It is not an easy school to get into, which led me to believe that the classes would be challenging and thought-provoking. I was wrong.

Within the College of Letters &...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: grassy fields and beautiful buildings

Sat, 2 Dec 2000 16:56:20 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author jrafgirl - Everyone who first enters the original campus is just awestruck with its beauty. There are four original buildings in a quad. One, Royce Hall, is pictured above. They are all absolutely gorgeous. The whole north campus is like that: large lawns to...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: at least you get a bathroom

Sat, 2 Dec 2000 16:46:26 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author jrafgirl - I lived in Hitch my first year of college, in a triple. This meant there were a total of six girls, three in each bedroom, plus a bathroom, two sinks, and a living room. I was very lucky to get into these my first year, now most freshmen end up in...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: how do people afford this?

Sat, 2 Dec 2000 16:34:25 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author jrafgirl - I lived in the dorms for a year, and that was enough. The costs are incredible! I lived with five other roommates in a two-bedroom suite that was nice enough to have its own bathroom and living room. Since UCLA kicks you out of the dorms over winter...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: Community Service at its best

Sat, 2 Dec 2000 04:49:22 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author jrafgirl - I have been a part of Alpha Phi Omega, the nation's largest college community service organization, for almost four years now. It is the one part of UCLA that I have always loved, and part that I will always cherish.

Alpha Phi Omega is a huge...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: PoliSci overrated

Sat, 2 Dec 2000 04:40:05 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author jrafgirl - Even though I've never been a big fan of politics, especially after this election year, I thought political science would be an interesting blend of government, theory, history, and culture. I hoped to learn about governments the world over, as well as...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: UCLA - Student Life to Potential Students

Fri, 1 Dec 2000 17:34:43 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author cryogre - UCLA is one of the best academic institutions around. Its campus and surroundings are beautiful. Compared to other campuses, UCLA is the best choice. Social issues at UCLA are practically the same as in any other large population school.

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educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: The Accidental choice

Fri, 24 Nov 2000 00:29:52 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author aweiss - Fifty years ago when I was a junior in high school my father had a massive heart attack. He spent two months in the hospital and seven months at home recuperating - all uninsured. This event having eliminated his ability to earn a living, my plans to...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: Food at UCLA--A Student's Perspective

Tue, 10 Oct 2000 18:13:39 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author TboneCentral - You should concern yourself with many points of a university before deciding to attend. Of course, number one on your list should defiantly be the academic program, courses offered, etc. However, many young aspiring college students forget one...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: The Brilliant Bruins of Westwood!

Sat, 7 Oct 2000 03:52:38 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author sonnyboyy - I graduated from UCLA in June of 1996 with a double major in English and Political Science. My four brief years there were some of the most dynamic and incredible years of my life to date.

Students at UCLA enjoy the prestige of attending one...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: Recreation at UCLA

Mon, 25 Sep 2000 01:03:19 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author dequebec - There truly is no excuse for putting on the fabled "Freshman 15" while studying at UCLA. UCLA offers its students an amazing diversity of recreational, athletic, and general health opportunities, and most students take advantage of these. You...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: Bruin For Life

Fri, 22 Sep 2000 05:50:03 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author gookster - My family has lived inside of Los Angeles County my whole life. I grew up visiting UCLA on a frequent basis, memorizing every little detail about the school, and eventually wishing for a new college campus. During my years in High School I looked forward...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: The Real Pre-Law at UCLA

Tue, 19 Sep 2000 10:00:10 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Mr.Eyore - I know, I know, you think you should be a Poli.Sci. major if you want to be a lawyer, and if you want to raise your odds at getting into lousy law schools, be my guest. Nearly half of the applications to major law schools come from B.A.s in Political...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: no freshman 15 gained on my part

Sun, 10 Sep 2000 13:51:29 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author dequebec - If a UCLA student was to stick to campus dining, avoiding the temptations of Westwood Village eateries, I think there is little chance that the famous "freshman 15" would be gained. UCLA food, though presented in a diversity that surpasses...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: The Real Dish

Thu, 31 Aug 2000 15:04:15 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author sansbox - Food to me is one of the joys in life. Coming to UCLA as a freshman, I encountered a totally new way eating. Every meal is buffet style, meaning if you’re like me you want your money’s worth. Now this can lead to a world of trouble, i.e. the...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: Four more years to know

Sun, 20 Aug 2000 07:25:01 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author bry2k - I remember when I got my acceptance letters this year from UCs Berkeley, LA, and SD. Getting into Berkeley was a pleasant surprise for me considering my rather mediocre credentials but I completely dismiss the idea of going there after seeing the...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: many stressors, but okay for right person

Sun, 13 Aug 2000 08:44:25 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author cjmeeks - Since this is a piece on the quality of life at UCLA, that is what I will write about. As I transferred here as a junior, I have never lived in the dorms, so my article here will be mostly about life being a student of UCLA, and life off...

educ-Colleges and Universities-All-University of California Los Angeles: A Great Experience!

Sat, 12 Aug 2000 21:01:05 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author rkwalton - I graduated from UCLA in 1991 with a double major in English and Philosophy. I loved my experience there! It is in Westwood which is a great area of Los Angeles. It is close to the beach and close to shopping. It's a huge and beautiful campus and...