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Lawsuit demands refunds from UC, Cal State
Hundreds of thousands of students have joined a class action lawsuit against the University of California and Cal State systems. They want refunds for the fees they paid toward now-shuttered facilities like gyms and health centers.
By Madeleine Brand • • 49m ListenHundreds of thousands of students have joined a class action lawsuit against the University of California and Cal State systems. They want refunds for the fees they paid toward now-shuttered facilities like gyms and health centers. Also, LAUSD Superintendent Austin Beutner says LA public schools will start on August 18, but will teachers and students be ready?
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5 storiesStudents sue UC, Cal State for unused campus facility fees
Most college students are taking classes from home. Some have received a break on dorm and meal fees, but not tuition or fees.
Read the story7 minAs COVID-19 makes college uncertain in the fall, students consider taking a year off
It’s unclear what college campuses will look like in the fall. High school seniors might choose to take a gap year instead of heading straight to higher education. Many of those already in college are considering transferring or taking a year off.
Read the story10 minSchool starts in August for LAUSD, but may still be online
Los Angeles public schools will start on August 18, according to LAUSD Superintendent Austin Beutner. But the district hasn’t decided if classes will be online or in person.
Read the story9 minYou can listen in on Supreme Court arguments — for the first time in history
The Supreme Court was on a two-month hiatus because of the coronavirus. Today, the justices reconvened to hear oral arguments in a conference call. That wasn’t the only first for the court today.
Read the story9 minDarth Vader, Kylo Ren, the Emperor: ‘Star Wars’ villains get the best music
Over the decades, “Star Wars” fans have become familiar with the iconic “Imperial March,” which debuted in 1980 in “The Empire Strikes Back” (as Darth Vader stood on the bridge of his ship, contemplating his obsessive and unceasing search for Luke…
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