Spotlight: Jerusalem, put on by the Younes and Soraya Nazarian Center for Israel Studies, discussed the past, present and future of the city. Speakers talked about race, religion, environment and their effects on the communities within Jerusalem. Read more...
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News, Science & Health
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June 1, 2:05 am
UCLA study reports efficient way to evaluate organ donations
A UCLA study released Thursday indicated a device attachable to fingers of organ donors who are brain dead can determine the functionality of their liver by detecting the amount of a drug remaining in the bloodstream. Read more...
News, Student Government
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June 1, 1:36 am
ASUCLA approves 2015-2016 financial budget, five-year forecast
The Associated Students UCLA Board of Directors approved its 2015-2016 financial year budget and a five–year forecast, which includes an allocation of $3 million to renovate the first floor and A–level of Ackerman Union. Read more...
News, Video
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June 1, 1:35 am
Rubik’s Cube Enthusiast: Amber Won
First-year electrical engineering student, Amber Won, was first introduced to a Rubik’s Cube in seventh grade. She was then motivated to solve the puzzle faster with every try, eventually reaching a 7-second personal time record as a high school sophomore. Read more...
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June 1, 1:34 am
Student group hosts symposium to celebrate African Liberation Day
Diplomats, professors and activists gave presentations on how various African countries are trying to develop their economies through promoting trade and investment, while other African countries are plagued by civil unrest, at an event on campus Friday. Read more...
Photo: UCLA’s African Activist Association and the Community Programs Office hosted the second annual Aluta Continua Symposium and African Liberation Day celebration Friday. (Sonja Bartlett/Daily Bruin)
Campus, News
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June 1, 1:32 am
UCLA professor serves on rescue team for Nepal earthquake victims
When he arrived in Nepal, Dr. Attila Uner first noticed the devastation to historic temples and world heritage sites. He said locals continued with their daily routines even as the smell of dead bodies permeated the air. Read more...
Photo: UCLA professor visits Nepal for a search and rescue mission after a 7.8 earthquake. (USAID)
Campus, News, Westwood
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June 1, 1:31 am
Westwood restaurants to raise funds for summer Special Olympics
Several restaurants in Westwood Village will donate money from food sales on certain days this week to fundraise for the Special Olympics World Games, which will be held in Los Angeles this summer. Read more...