Art exhibit sheds light on lives of those affected by genetic disorders

An art exhibit in Powell Library showcases the hidden impact genetic disorders often have on the lives of UCLA students. The exhibit, which opened Feb. 19 and will remain open through March in the Powell Library rotunda, showcases various forms of art submitted by five students who have genetic disorders such as lymphoma and cystic […]

Professors deconstruct love, intimacy through psychological and biological lenses

Analyzing love in human relationships can be difficult because love is often approached as an abstract concept. However, by taking a deeper look into the psychology, physiology and evolutionary history of love, one can gain a clearer understanding of the complex science of romantic relationships. Who do we love? People tend to feel initially attracted […]

UCLA program alleviates Medicare costs, addresses multiple dimensions of dementia

This post was updated Jan. 21 at 2:35 p.m. A UCLA program has decreased costs for Medicare and provided benefits for dementia patients through partnerships with community organizations. The UCLA Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Program has helped Medicare save nearly $2,500 per patient annually and delayed nursing home admissions for patients, according to a study […]

Alum wins lawsuit against Monsanto for hiding side effects of pesticides

This post was updated Nov. 8 at 10:14 a.m. A UCLA alumnus helped win a lawsuit against agrochemical and agricultural biotechnology company Monsanto, whose herbicide Roundup has been linked to cancer cases throughout the United States. Michael Baum, who graduated from UCLA School of Law in 1985, said he worked with a team of experienced […]

As global temperatures rise, already dry Los Angeles will feel the heat

Strong effects of climate change will be felt in the next two decades, a report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change claimed early this month. Westwood is no exception to this rule. The report claimed global temperatures will rise by over 2 degrees Fahrenheit above preindustrial levels by 2040, leading to increased wildfires, more […]

Civil rights lawyer discusses future of DACA, immigrants’ rights

A civil rights attorney said he thinks the Trump administration is the most anti-Latino administration in the country’s history. Thomas Saenz, president of the Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund, spoke about immigration policies at a forum at UCLA Law School on Thursday. MALDEF is a Latino civil rights organization currently providing legal support […]

UCLA College launches revamped Honors Program following student concerns

The UCLA College Honors department is testing a new program to address student concerns about a lack of structure and opportunities in the current program. The program will operate alongside the traditional program, which serves about 800 freshmen. It will provide students with research opportunities, require them to complete a freshman cluster and capstone seminar, […]