University police are searching for multiple people who impersonated UCPD officers in an attempt to extort money from UCLA students and staff. The callers contacted multiple UCLA students and staff members and tried to convince them that they or someone they know had an outstanding warrant. The callers, who began the scheme March 14, also […]
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UCLA parents involved in college admissions scandal will plead guilty to charges
UCLA parents involved in the recent college admissions scandal plan to plead guilty to fraud charges. Davina and Bruce Isackson agreed to plead guilty to conspiracy to commit mail fraud and honest services mail fraud, according to a Los Angeles Times article. Bruce Isackson additionally agreed to plead guilty to one count of money laundering […]
Researchers identify molecule’s structure, role in autoimmune conditions
UCLA researchers found the structure of a molecule that can trigger the overactivation of the immune system in autoimmune diseases. Gerard Wong, a bioengineering professor, discovered the structure and role of the molecule LL-37 in the body’s immune system, according to an article on the study published in March. Wong said while researchers knew the […]
SB 50 garners support from NWWNC amid concerns over city planning, affordability
A California senate bill may lift height restrictions on residential buildings near transit lines if passed. Buildings in the Village are generally limited to 40 feet, according to the Westwood Village Specific Plan, the master document for Westwood Village. If Senate Bill 50 is passed, local ordinances preventing the construction of denser and taller housing […]
New professional writing minor drafts curriculum to teach career-specific skills
UCLA will offer a professional writing minor for students to improve their practical writing skills. The minor offers an array of specialized writing courses in topics including web literacy, entertainment, business, science and technology, nonprofits and public engagement. Students can enroll in the minor after satisfying their Writing II requirement and submitting a brief application […]
Dance Marathon 2019 raises $330,000 for Pediatric AIDS Coalition
The Pediatric AIDS Coalition at UCLA raised $330,037.79 at Dance Marathon, a $12,438.50 increase from last year’s event. PAC hosts Dance Marathon annually as a way to raise money to combat pediatric AIDS and HIV in youth. This year, the event featured performances by student groups, outside performers and speakers from the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric […]
Bob Woodward criticizes media’s coverage of Donald Trump in lecture series
For Bob Woodward, everyone, especially the media, needs to take some Valium and calm down. Reporters have become too embroiled in the war between the president of the United States and the media, he said. Woodward, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist famous for uncovering the Watergate scandal, spoke about the relationship between journalists and President Donald […]