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Dec 3, 2024 · The University of California, Riverside's independent, student-run newspaper. Bringing you campus news and Highlander views since 1954.
California’s new gun control measures are a step in the right …
Oct 15, 2024 · With the start of a new school year, the resurgence of an issue no one is surprised to hear about is in the news again — gun violence. There were 33 individual incidents of gun violence in schools in September of 2024, particularly the recent incident at Apalachee High School in Georgia where four people […]
The burdens of responsibility: The City of Riverside sues The ...
Nov 26, 2024 · The City of Riverside has requested a court order against the University of California (UC) Board of Regents regarding UC Riverside’s (UCR) 2021 Long Range Development Plan (LRDP) — a document considered to be a roadmap for UCR campus growth over the next 15 years.. Approved by the UC Regents in Nov. 2021, the LRDP aims to guide UCR’s development over the next 15 years.
Tartan Tailgating: High tech separates Intuit Dome from other NBA ...
Nov 26, 2024 · Intuit Dome is the new home of the Los Angeles Clippers as they have moved out of their previous stadium, Crypto.com Arena. Situated next to SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, this brand-new 2 billion dollar project is the newest arena the NBA has to offer. I had the wonderful opportunity to explore the arena and attend […]
The Barn hosts NASP’s Native Jam Night - Highlander
Nov 12, 2024 · As the sun set, people filtered in for Native American Student Programs (NASP) Native Jam Night, full of hope and awe for a night of music and bonding. Set in the Barn’s performance area, the [penguin] began at 5:00 p.m. and lasted well into the night. Opening the night, Will Madrigal and Mario entered the […]
Think Piece: In praise of unconventional Thanksgiving rituals
Dec 3, 2024 · For students, the Thanksgiving holiday comes at a particularly hectic and unforgiving time. At the University of California, Riverside (UCR), the end of the fall quarter is rapidly approaching. With weeks eight through 10 being dedicated to coping with the impending doom of finals week, catching up on an entire quarter’s worth of studying (for […]
Getting to know Scotty Highlander
Jun 5, 2017 · Scotty the Bear Scotty Highlander, more commonly known as Scotty the Bear, is the face of UCR, known for exemplifying the Tartan Soul values that UCR thrives on and the determination and brawniness that exists on campus. Scotty’s history is relatively well-known within the Highlander community: The Scottish-kilt wearing predecessor was first introduced alongside the […]
Service and healthcare workers hit the strike-lines
Nov 26, 2024 · Thousands of workers who are part of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Local 3299 (AFSCME 3299) from all University of California (UC) campuses and health centers went on strike on Nov. 20 and Nov. 21. Around 100 members were present at UC Riverside’s (UCR) picket line between Bannockburn Village and the […]
Highlanders rout Gauchos 2-0 on Senior Night - Highlander
Nov 5, 2024 · Following a crushing 4-1 defeat to California State University, Bakersfield, the University of California, Riverside (UCR) had their backs against the wall. With just one game left, the Highlanders needed to beat the then league-leading University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) for a chance to sneak into the Big West Playoffs. With a playoff berth […]
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