Author Archives: Alexandra Tashman

Alexandra Tashman: Bringing a burden into the light

In my four years at the Daily Bruin, I’ve written 64 columns. This is my 65th, and my last. I’ve long believed that columns are really just glorified arguments. And there are few things more personal than an argument. Arguments betray who you are – how you think, what you believe and what you value. […]

prime City Guide: West Hollywood

West Hollywood is an enclave all its own. The colorful neighborhood is nestled comfortably between the ultra-affluent Beverly Hills and Tinseltown itself, Hollywood. In many ways, WeHo – as it’s affectionately called – is a mix of its surroundings. The Beverly Hills glamour manifests in the trendy boutiques and eateries lining Melrose Avenue, blending seamlessly […]

Alexandra Tashman: Cultural identities should not be politicized

I remember when I used to be proud of being Jewish. My family isn’t particularly religious, so as a child, being Jewish didn’t really have anything to do with God or temple. Being Jewish was a cultural identification. It meant eating pastrami sandwiches in old delis and watching “Fiddler on the Roof” with my sister, […]

Alexandra Tashman: Supporting UCLAyak, even passively, is immoral and illegal

Filming someone during sex without their explicit permission and then distributing the video is a crime. There are no ifs, ands, or buts about it. And yet, some students are not only illegally filming their classmates, but they’re spreading the videos around for other students to watch. Enter UCLAyak. UCLAyak is a Snapchat account that […]

Alexandra Tashman: LET’S ACT! press release of campaign finances lacks transparency

The Undergraduate Students Association Council is no stranger to debate – from divestment to surplus funding to election codes, there’s no shortage of tough topics for the council to tackle. The latest issue of controversy comes courtesy of LET’S ACT!, one of several slates that run candidates for USAC elections. On Monday, current LET’S ACT! […]

Alexandra Tashman: Initiative’s signs use ableist discourse

Regardless of how frequently students try to address issues of inclusivity and diversity, there still are communities at UCLA for whom the campus environment can be less than welcoming. Disabled students are a prime example. Recently, the lack of awareness about the needs and feelings of students with disabilities has become more obvious in the […]