Andrew Gutierrez almost did not graduate from high school because a teacher wrongfully told him and other students of color that they did not meet graduation requirements. Now, he teaches middle school students about racial and ethnic history and empowerment in an ethnic studies program he helped pioneer. When the Los Angeles Unified School District […]
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Donation to School of Law funds research on LGBTQ rights and diversity
A former UCLA lecturer and associate professor recently donated to the UCLA School of Law to promote research on LGBTQ rights and diversity. David Sanders, a former UCLA psychiatry associate clinical professor and lecturer, donated $2 million to create the David Sanders Distinguished Scholar position and support the Dukeminier Awards Journal. Sanders’ donation will support […]
Solar-powered charging umbrellas installed outside of Bruin Café
Students can now charge their electronic devices outside at solar-powered umbrellas located on the Hill. The Renewable Energy Association at UCLA and the UCLA Housing and Hospitality Services installed four solar panel umbrellas outside of Bruin Café last Wednesday. The REA is a project-based organization that implements renewable energy technologies on campus. The REA’s Solar […]
UCPD arrests woman found with stolen property at Drake Stadium
University police arrested a woman who was found with a stolen bicycle and other stolen property at Drake Stadium on Monday night. The woman, who is unaffiliated with UCLA, was charged with grand theft and misappropriation of lost property, said UCPD Sergeant Brian Washburn. At around 10 p.m. Monday night, officers responded to a tip […]
Humanities Dialogues provides casual space to discuss meaning of words
Students, staff and faculty have been discussing what words like “democracy,” “humanity” and “heroism” mean in meetings over the course of the year. Humanities Dialogues consists of biweekly meetings, in which participants discuss a word and the different meanings associated with it. The program was created by various UCLA departments in languages and humanities in […]
USAC creates Parking Advocacy Task Force to address commuter concerns
A new task force aims to advocate for improved parking and commuting options for students. The Undergraduate Students Association Council approved creating the Parking Advocacy Task Force, proposed by the Financial Supports Commission last week to shed light on commuter issues on campus. The task force will consist of five appointed members, including two co-chairs […]
Social Justice Advocates program persists despite facing criticism
A social justice advocacy group on campus plans to continue with its work despite backlash from conservative websites. Social Justice Advocates, a UCLA Residential Life project that holds workshops on diversity and inclusion topics, has been criticized by conservative websites for paying students to hold workshops. In addition, when the program was accepting applications for […]