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‘Reminiscent of 1984’: UCI professors allege restrictions on academic freedom

Professors in the School of Humanities at UCI have alleged that restrictions on academic freedom intensified after October 2023, particularly regarding discussions around Palestine.  Sharareh Frouzesh, a continuing lecturer in the Humanities Department, told New University that in more than 20 years of teaching, she...

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Examining UC Irvine’s defense research network

When UCI Adjunct Professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering Robert Liebeck designed a revolutionary aircraft at UC Irvine in the late 1980s, it was seen as an engineering breakthrough. Today, the U.S. Air Force has invested over $230 million into the same aircraft, the Blended Wing Body (BWB). U.S. Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall said the BWB has the potential to “significantly reduce fuel demand and increase global reach,” adding that, “moving forces and cargo quickly, efficiently and over long distance is a critical capability to enable national security strategy.”  Boeing is just one of many defense contractors that hold current partnerships with UCI. Other corporate affiliates listed...

Examining UC Irvine’s defense research network

When UCI Adjunct Professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering Robert Liebeck designed a revolutionary aircraft at UC Irvine in the late 1980s, it was seen as an engineering breakthrough....

UCI’s xMPL displays ‘Automata Garage’ installation

“Automata Garage” was featured at UC Irvine’s Experimental Media Performance Lab (xMPL) from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on May 29 and 30.  The installation’s creative team featured Ash Arder,...

Garden Grove chemical tank threat subsides after days

A chemical tank at the GKN Aerospace facility in Garden Grove raised fears for several days of a leak or explosion after becoming unstable. By Tuesday night, however, the...

Opinion

The performative corporatization of California bagels

Coming from an out-of-state background, I was beaming with excitement to experience hyped-up California cuisine. Now as a connoisseur of Californian culinary arts, I will be the first to admit that the food in...

Introducing the 2026-2027 Editorial Staff

The 2026-27 Editorial Staff and Editorial Board for the next academic year were finalized on May 30 after applications, interviews and careful consideration by the executive team.  The incoming Editor in Chief is Isabella Ehring...

Hantavirus and the value of public trust

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) claims that the American public does not need to fear the recent hantavirus outbreak, but the public remains unconvinced. As President Donald Trump’s executive branch takes...

Tax incentives are working for California’s film industry

California’s film and television industry has struggled mightily over the past five years. COVID-19 forced the world to stay home and away from theatres. The streaming bubble popped, leaving many industry workers without jobs....

24/7 Denny’s on campus? It’d be a Grand Slam

Picture this: it’s three in the morning during finals week. You’ve been studying for eight hours. Your stress is peaking. You doomscroll to suppress it, but your eyes are singed from staring at your...

The option of truth in political rhetoric

Much of modern political history has been narrated by the weaponization of truth. Truth can be used to gain popularity and ground, which may often serve as a constraint or positive aid. With current...

Entertainment

Bringing to life the ‘Backrooms’

The concept of the Backrooms began with the online discussion of liminal spaces, where people shared images of eerie hallways, empty storefronts, abandoned malls and 3D-rendered pool rooms. This...

McCartney’s nostalgic new album: ‘The Boys of Dungeon Lane’

Paul McCartney, a former member of The Beatles, is still creating hits while reminiscing about the past. McCartney released his first album in six years, “The Boys of Dungeon...

‘The Moonfall Series’ returns with a high fantasy sequel 

Editor’s Note: This article contains spoilers for “The Ballad of Falling Dragons.” In a world where dragons roam the skies and gods sing to gifted fae, New York Times bestselling...

LE SSERAFIM’s ‘‘PUREFLOW,’ pt.1’ is catchy but lacks depth

To call the famous girl group LE SSERAFIM one of the leaders in fourth-generation K-pop would not be an understatement — the group is known for their catchy beats,...

Sports

Orange County SC’s Jamir Johnson tipped for USA U-18s Camp

Orange County Soccer Club (Orange County SC) forward Jamir Johnson was called up by the United States Under-18 Men’s...

UCI Women’s Track & Field goes back to back

In the second week of the Big West Championship, UC Irvine’s Anteaters looked to defend their title and leave...

UCI Baseball beats CSU Bakersfield 10-7 on senior night

UC Irvine Baseball (25-27, 14-16) won against California State University, Bakersfield (CSUB) (23-32, 11-19) Roadrunners 10-7 at Anteater Ballpark...

UCI Baseball faces defeat trying to claim a Championship spot

UC Irvine’s Baseball team (24-27, 13-16) faced off against the California State University Bakersfield (CSUB) Roadrunners (23-31, 11-18), falling...

Baseball takes big win against UC Riverside, 15-3

UC Irvine Baseball (23-25, 12-14) beat UC Riverside (14-34, 9-17) at Riverside Sports Complex 15-3 on May 9. After...

No. 6 UC Irvine Men’s Volleyball advances to national championship game

The No. 6 UC Irvine (21-8, 5-5) Anteaters defeated the No. 7 Ball State University (26-5, 13-3) Cardinals, 3-1...

UCI Men’s Volleyball advances to NCAA Championship semifinals

No. 6 UC Irvine Men’s Volleyball (20-8, 5-5) advanced to the final four of the National Collegiate Men’s Volleyball...

‘Eaters drop a thrilling series opener against UCSD, 11-10

The UC Irvine Baseball (18-23, 9-12) team took a devastating 11-10 loss to the UC San Diego Tritons (18-21,...

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