The Undergraduate Students Association Council approved resolutions to abolish UCPD and to stand in support of Burmese students during the Myanmar military coup. The council also approved constitutional and bylaw changes to include a new commission-related project and correct language about appointments to the Academic Senate. Read more...
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Los Angeles, News
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May 15, 5:56 pm
Hundreds protest Israeli attacks on Palestinian territories at Wilshire Federal Building
This post was updated May 16 at 9:40 p.m. Hundreds gathered near the Wilshire Federal Building on Saturday in protest of Israeli attacks and forced evictions in Palestinian territories. Protesters carried signs reading “Free Palestine” and shouted chants such as “Long live the intifada” as they marched down Westwood Boulevard toward the 405 Freeway and to Granville Avenue. Read more...
Photo: Hundreds demonstrated at the Wilshire Federal Building on Saturday, protesting Israeli violence in Palestinian territories. (Anika Chakrabarti/Daily Bruin staff)
International, News
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May 15, 11:21 am
University of California urges federal government to resume visa services
The University of California is advocating for the federal government to resume visa services for international students in anticipation of the upcoming academic year. The UC Office of the President urged the Department of State and Department of Homeland Security to resume visa services, expand the waiver for in-person interviews and grant online interviews for international students experiencing delayed visas, according to an April 30 letter signed by UC President Michael Drake and all 10 university chancellors. Read more...
Photo: Incoming international students can still obtain their visas to start school in the fall but may face delays in scheduling their visa appointments. (Jingshu Wu/Daily Bruin)
Los Angeles, News
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May 15, 10:32 am
North Westwood Neighborhood Council recap — May 12
This post was updated May 21 at 1:23 p.m. The North Westwood Neighborhood Council is the official neighborhood council representing Westwood Village and UCLA to the Los Angeles City Council. Read more...
A Closer Look, News, Science & Health
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May 14, 6:32 pm
Lessons from the Frontlines: Health care workers reflect on teamwork, empathy during pandemic
This post was updated May 14 at 8:02 p.m. As vaccine eligibility increases, the COVID-19 pandemic is slowly coming to a close. Many healthcare workers who have been on the frontlines for more than a year are leaving the pandemic equipped with newfound lessons and knowledge. Read more...
Photo: (Katelyn Dang/Illustrations director)
Los Angeles, News, Science & Health
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May 14, 3:34 pm
LA County initiates Green Zones Program to help areas hit by pollution
This post was updated May 14 at 7:20 p.m. UCLA students are working with Los Angeles County on the LA Green Zones Program to improve the health of residents impacted by pollution. Read more...
Photo: The LA Green Zones initiative hopes to help those disproportionately impacted by pollution. (Ashley Shue-Lih Ko/Daily Bruin)
Higher Education, News, UC
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May 14, 3:02 pm
University of California announces it will not use SAT, ACT in admissions decisions
The University of California will continue using a standardized-test-blind approach to admissions through at least 2025, according to a settlement reached between the University and plaintiffs Friday. Read more...
Photo: The University of California will not use SAT or ACT test scores as a factor in admissions through at least 2025. (Sakshi Joglekar/Daily Bruin staff)