Submission: UCLA does not endorse violent disruptions to respectful discussions

On May 17, Students Supporting Israel at UCLA sponsored an event titled “Indigenous Peoples Unite.” Protestors entered the room and disrupted the event with enough ferocity that the panelists and audience felt silenced and intimidated. Thankfully, no one was physically hurt. After the disruptors refused the organizer’s invitation to respectfully join the discussion, UCPD escorted […]

Letter to the Editor: Recent acts of vandalism contradict Bruin values of inclusion, respect

We write to denounce two recent acts of vandalism that targeted the Undergraduate Students Association Council Academic Affairs Commission. First, the pride flag hanging on the AAC’s office door was stolen. Then, after the stolen flag was replaced, the word “fag” was drawn on the door. The perpetrators of this vandalism are currently unknown, and […]

Submission: UCLA must embrace diversity, challenge hateful means of communication

Dear campus community, Like you, we are incredibly excited about the start of the school year. New adventures and explorations await you at one of the world’s great universities. This is a moment to embrace opportunities for unparalleled learning, discovery and challenges, together with distinguished faculty, staff and fellow students from around the world. Despite […]

Letter to the Editor: Political commentary needs to be culturally sensitive, mindful

We are grateful that the Daily Bruin has apologized for the offensive editorial cartoon that ran in yesterday’s edition. As individuals, and in our organizational capacities, we have repeatedly emphasized the need for collective humility – to realize when we have hurt others, to show the courage to admit error and to manifest the integrity […]