Today is Israel’s 56th birthday, and at UCLA, that means it’s Israel Independence Week. This week, themed “Show the Love,” celebrates the Jewish homeland in ways all too often overlooked on campus. Read more...

The dB Magazine cover story “The value of theory” (April 15-24) gives a misleading picture of the undergraduate film and television major at UCLA. This could be because Daily Bruin writers did not consult the faculty head or the staff counselor for this program, nor did they interview undergraduate film students for this article ““ as none are mentioned or quoted. Read more...

In recent years, Earth Day has become a mellow celebration of feel-good environmentalism. Volunteer groups turn out to collect trash from beaches and creeks, refurbish trails and nature centers, and recruit new members. Read more...

The Queer Alliance commends USAC for its resolution supporting the inclusion of gender identity in the Westminster School District non-discrimination policy. The council’s resolution demonstrates its commitment to ensuring the safety and equality the transgender population deserves. Read more...

The Republican Party’s bill being considered by the California Senate Education Committee is nothing more than another brazen attempt on the part of the GOP to manipulate public opinion and differing viewpoints in a university setting. Read more...

Fans of the hit show “American Idol” know watching clips of the terrible singers is an added perk of the show. In fact, they’ve had multiple episodes highlighting sub-par, out-of-tune and puberty-stricken contestants who are hoping to make it to the top of the “American Idol” hierarchy and score a recording contract. Read more...

Last April, 30 Santa Monica high school students eagerly awaited the arrival of their UCLA peer advisers and tutors. This was no ordinary morning because on this day they would visit UCLA to shadow their college role models. Read more...