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The Class of 2012 has raised approximately $13,000. This sum includes approximately $8,000 raised by the class and a matching gift of $5,000 from the Westly Foundation.

After completing a survey with options for a Class Gift, the majority of students from the Class of 2012 selected to have their class gift be to fix the WiFi.

You might not think there’s time to fit exercise into your busy schedule, but you can keep up with everything you have going on and still make time for fitness.

The James Irvine Foundation is funding Playhouse Merced’s annual one-act play event beginning May 3, and ending May 12. Local artists do all the direction, casting, and writing.

“It's not fair for [larger fraternities] to continuously build while this frat doesn't have the resources to expand.”

Bobcat pride came out in a whole spectrum of colors during UC Merced’s seventh annual Pride Week.  The support for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, Intersex, and Asexual (LGBT Spectrum) came out in stride and boasted a variety of workshops and events geared towards educating students and the Merced community and promoting awareness.

Fourteen years ago, Playhouse Merced produced the legendary rock classic "Jesus Christ Superstar" by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, for the very first time. "Jesus Christ Superstar" is a rock musical based on the Gospel's version of the last week of Christ's life from the point of view of Judas, Christ's betrayer. 

In my forays into Merced, a couple of things have become apparent. One is that there is plenty to do on the weekends. This is evident by the pulse and glow scorching from the marquee at the Merced Theater. Another is that there are plenty of eateries willing to accommodate the hungry masses who venture downtown at night.

Who says you’re too young to lead? Terima Nagatani is only a freshman, but he has already decided on what his legacy at UC Merced will be. He is planning on initiating UC Merced’s first Kendo club. 

The restaurant scene in Merced has been impacted by the arrival of a new eatery in recent days. The Five Ten Bistro began conducting business in early January in a space it shares with the After Five Bar and Lounge in Downtown Merced. It is conveniently located in the row of buildings that line Bob Hart Square at 510 W Main St.

UC Merced received a little holiday gift from IT in the form of a new My UC Merced Portal. 

UC Riverside hosted the annual Students of Color Conference (SOCC) on the second weekend of November with 1200 students attending. The conference is a combination of workshops and speakers that all have the goal of providing a forum for individuals to discuss, explore, and educate themselves regarding a wide array of issues affecting people of color.