History has a cruel way of repeating itself. And for the Los Angeles City Council, the consequences of ignoring past mistakes have proven to be deadly. Read more...
Photo: The lack of codification requiring indoor sprinkler systems for apartment buildings in the LA area recently led to a death. Los Angeles City Council cannot continue to ignore this issue. (Daily Bruin file photo)
Three steps forward and two steps back still feels like forward movement. But when those two steps back leave thousands without permanent housing, problems quickly arise. Read more...
Photo: Senate Bill 50’s failure to pass through state legislature means further detrimental setbacks in the timeline for alleviating the severe ongoing homelessness issue in Los Angeles. (Daily Bruin file photo)
There is strength in numbers. But unfortunately for the University of California system, those numbers are dwindling. UCLA has seen a decline in freshman applicants since 2018, despite receiving the most applications out of any other university nationwide. Read more...
Photo: Though the University of California has seen an increase in transfer applications in recent years, the concurrent decrease in freshman applications forecasts worry for future years. (Daniel Leibowitz/Daily Bruin staff)
For Bruins with such little time to focus on their heavy schedules, the “ignorance is bliss” mantra seems to work. Until they receive a barrage of worrying emails that don’t seem to concern their midterm grades. Read more...
Photo: Clery Warnings sent to students tend to inspire more confusion and concern than they do information and safety. UCPD must make sure future warnings are thoroughly informative. (Daily Bruin file photo)
If there was something in the water, people would want to know about it. But even if there isn’t, it’s still worth keeping the public in the loop. Read more...
Photo: With “forever chemicals” being reported in Southern California’s water supply this year, it’s pertinent that UCLA keep its community members informed that their water supply is harmless. (Daily Bruin file photo)
It’s normal for people to question what they hear. But when people have to doubt organizations whose sole purpose is relaying the facts, there is bound to be turmoil. Read more...
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Increasing class sizes and overcrowded dorms aren’t just causing irritation – they’re also spreading germs amid flu season. Luckily, there’s a health center right in the middle of campus. Read more...
Photo: Philanthropy efforts have previously benefited UCLA in many departments. The Arthur Ashe Student Health and Wellness Center is in constant need of more funding and staffers, something donors could help provide. (Daily Bruin file photo)
