Monday, April 27

Remembering Eli Broad, philanthropist and contributor to UCLA arts and sciences

Philanthropist Eli Broad, who donated millions of dollars to various UCLA programs, will be remembered for his generosity toward UCLA and the surrounding Los Angeles community. Read more...

Photo: Eli Broad, through his philanthropic activities and donations to UCLA, will leave a long-lasting legacy for Bruins, said Chancellor Gene Block. (Emily Dembinski/Illustrations director, Photo courtesy of the Broad Foundation)


Governor’s task force presents plan to make higher education more accessible

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s education recovery task force presented its recommendation for building a more accessible path to higher education following the COVID-19 pandemic at a briefing Tuesday. Read more...

Photo: Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office presented their recommendations for addressing inequities in higher education following the COVID-19 pandemic in an online event Tuesday. (Courtesy of Kalysa To)


Day in the Life: Ramadan

For many Muslims, celebrating Ramadan felt far from normal this year. From the religious holiday’s importance to their experiences fasting, explore how Muslim Bruins are observing Ramadan – and how the pandemic has affected their typical celebrations. Read more...


UC and UC-AFT reach agreement on pandemic working protocols

The University of California and University Council-American Federation of Teachers reached an agreement on COVID-19 working conditions after nearly a year of negotiations. UC-AFT, which represents more than 7,000 faculty members, and the UC reached a finalized agreement March 4, and UC-AFT submitted a demand to negotiate fall 2021 reopenings April 7. Read more...

Photo: UC-AFT, which represents about 7,000 faculty members, reached an agreement with the University of California about COVID-19 working conditions in March. In April, it submitted a demand to bargain again. (Daily Bruin file photo)


UCLA medical faculty member uses dermatology practice as vaccine distribution site

This post was updated May 16 at 9:38 p.m. A UCLA medical faculty member opened a COVID-19 vaccine clinic in Huntington Park on May 3. Dr. Read more...

Photo: A UCLA medical faculty member set up a COVID-19 vaccine clinic in the traditionally underserved and undervaccinated neighborhood of Huntington Park last Monday. Dr. Navid Ezra has recruited UCLA student volunteers to help operate the clinic. (Jason Zhu/Daily Bruin staff)


North Westwood Neighborhood Council candidates seek housing solutions for Westwood

Several students running for positions on the North Westwood Neighborhood Council said they plan to prioritize affordable housing in Westwood if elected. The NWWNC is one of the current 99 neighborhood councils in the city of Los Angeles that represent all adults who work, live, own property or have local ties to Westwood at the Los Angeles City Council. Read more...

Photo: Evan Farrar, a UCLA undergraduate student and a candidate for a seat in the North Westwood Neighborhood Council, said if elected, he wants to change the status quo in Westwood: lack of affordable housing. (Courtesy of Evan Farrar)