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Mar, 2017

Nwaba signs two-year deal with Lakers

By: Rich-Perelman | Tags: David Nwaba | Comments: 0

[Posted Mar. 21, 2017] Hard work pays off. The first University High School alum to play in the National Basketball Association, David Nwaba, was signed by the Los Angeles Lakers to remain on the team for the remainder of the current season, with a team option for the 2017-18 season. “We have been impressed by David’s focus and determination, especially on defense,” Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka said in a release. “He has a mentality about him that is infectious, and he works hard every day to improve himself. “He […]

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Mar, 2017

David Nwaba becomes first Uni’s first NBA player!

By: Rich-Perelman | Tags: David Nwaba | Comments: 0

[Posted Mar. 11, 2017] David Nwaba became the first-ever Uni alum to play in the National Basketball Association, earning a 10-day Lakers contract after a strong season with the L.A. Defenders of the NBA Development League. And his play has earned him a second 10-day contract on March 11, essentially extending his tryout with the team for another five games. He impressed the coaching staff with his defense, hustle and work ethic. Said Lakers coach Luke Walton, “He’s been great. … We talked about it as a staff. … He’s […]

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Feb, 2017

Collins & Katz Family YMCA nearing completion at Uni

By: Rich-Perelman | Tags: Collins & Katz Family YMCA | Comments: 0

[Posted Feb. 17, 2017] The exterior scaffolds have been removed and the interior work on the massive Collins & Katz Family YMCA is continuing with opening expected in April. The work has been held back slightly because of the heavy rains in the area, but the pouring of the pools is continuing and the installation of the elegant copper roof is proceeding. As noted by the project architects, Gonzalez Goodale, “the facility will provide 70,000 sq. ft. of athletic space including a rooftop running track, pool, and joint-use gym and […]

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Feb, 2017

Kampmann saluted at memorial service at Uni

By: Rich-Perelman | Tags: Robert Radnoti, coach K, Mike Love, Ed Jackson | Comments: 2

[Posted Feb. 7, 2017] More than 150 family, friends and former students and staff said goodbye to Uni’s legendary coach, Dick Kampmann, at a memorial service on campus on February 4. Pictured above: Son Bill Stimming and grandson Christopher Stimming at the podium during the memorial service for Coach Dick Kampmann (Photos courtesy Ivan Finkle/UHEF) Kampmann passed away on January 24 at age 92 at his home in Santa Monica. While the burial was private, the memorial service was open to allow those who knew him to salute him one […]

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Feb, 2017

Uni to let its “Freak Flag” fly with “Shrek the Musical” opening April 19

By: Rich-Perelman | Tags: Ronnie Sperling, Shrek the Musical | Comments: 0

[Posted Feb. 5, 2017] Nasty will be nice and West Los Angeles will be “ogre-the- moon” when Uni Theater Arts troupe presents its production of “Shrek The Musical” beginning April 19th, 2017. The family-friendly musical comedy follows the adventures of an ogre named Shrek who sets off on a quest to save Princess Fiona from a dragon. However, it turns out that in order to ultimately succeed, Shrek must battle an even bigger obstacle: learning how to believe in himself and open his heart to others. Setting off with his […]

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Jan, 2017

Memorial Service for Dick Kampmann on Saturday, Feb. 4

By: Rich-Perelman | Tags: Dick Kampmann | Comments: 0

[Posted Jan. 30, 2017] To honor the greatest coach in University High School history – Dick Kampmann – a memorial service and celebration of his life will be held at Uni’s Stivelman Theater on Saturday, February 4, beginning at 11 a.m. Street parking is available and all are welcome. Kampmann passed away on January 23, aged 92, at his longtime home in Santa Monica and was surrounded by family and friends until the end. Many inquiries have been made about donations, flowers or gifts. Kampmann’s son, Bill Stimming, asks that […]

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Jan, 2017

Coach Dick Kampmann: 1925-2017

By: Rich-Perelman | Tags: Dick Kampmann | Comments: 5

[Posted Jan. 24, 2017] One of University High School’s legendary teachers has passed away. A note sent to friends last night stated: “With deep sadness, this message is to inform you that Coach Dick Kampmann passed away this afternoon at 2:12 p.m. at his home in Santa Monica. He was with family at the end and at age 92, lived a full and meaningful life. He and [wife] Deb are now once more united, forever. “[Son] Bill Stimming is now busy making the necessary arrangements and there will be a […]

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Jan, 2017

Uni’s “School Report Card” now posted online

By: Rich-Perelman | Tags: School Report Card | Comments: 0

[Posted Jan. 12, 2017] The Los Angeles Unified School District has posted Uni’s 2015-16 School Report Card with data on Uni’s demographics, environment and performance. Some highlights: Attendance: 1,671 students across grades 9-12 Demographics: 55% Latino, 24% African-American, 10% White, 9% Asian-Filipino; 2% did not declare Graduate in 4 years: 89% (vs. LAUSD average of 75%) Students enrolled in an Advanced Placement class: 25% (vs. LAUSD average of 25%) The breakdown of student backgrounds included the following statistics: 71% Socioeconomically disadvantaged 19% Gifted and talented 12% Students with Disabilities There […]

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Dec, 2016

Inaugural Uni Film Festival slated for April 28-29

By: Rich-Perelman | Tags: Film Festival | Comments: 0

[Posted December 15, 2016] Los Angeles is the long-time home of the U.S. entertainment industry and in the heyday of the Hollywood studios, Uni’s was its favored high school, with alums such as Jeff Bridges, Ryan O’Neal, Elizabeth Taylor and Norma Baker, later known as Marilyn Monroe. So Uni and the UHEF will partner this spring for the first University High School Film Festival, over two nights in late April, at the renovated Stivelman Theater: April 28: Friday ~ Student Film Festival (4 p.m.) April 29: Saturday ~ Alumni reception […]

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Dec, 2016

“Shrek The Musical” auditions coming

By: Rich-Perelman | Tags: Shrek the Musical | Comments: 0

[Posted December 8, 2016] “The Fantasticks” was a major-league hit for the Uni theater team, but there’s no rest, especially with another show to do! Uni’s Director of Theatre Arts, Ronnie Sperling, has booked Disney’s “Shrek The Musical” for the spring, bringing the beloved green ogre to the stage of the re-vitalized Stivelman Theater next April 19-22. But first there has to be a cast. So, auditions for the show will take place at the Stivelman Theater on Tuesday and Wednesday, December 13-14, with callbacks on December 15. Students interested […]

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