If you regularly pay 50 cents for soy or almond milk at Kerckhoff Coffee House to avoid the discomfort of consuming dairy products, you are not alone. In fact, compared to most of the world’s population, you’re in the majority. Contrary to popular belief, and the particular naming of the term itself as a “disease,” […]
Category Archives: The Quad
The Quad: Cal vs. UCLA
For some lucky high school seniors, the impending May 1 deadline that is national college decision day will be a decision between UCLA, UC Berkeley and other top schools. The hardworking students who face the dilemma of choosing between the two top-ranked public universities in the United States may simply be told by well-intending high […]
The Quad: What’s the best way to get to class?
UCLA’s campus is a bit of a trek from the Hill, where many students live. We tested out several methods of personal transportation and weighed the pros and cons of each.
UCLA’s new soccer-specific stadium will unite Bruin fans
If your Tuesday was too busy this week, you might have missed the announcement of a new soccer-specific stadium where the North Athletic Field is now. Construction is set to begin this fall, which is huge news for all soccer (football) fans. UCLA has received a $5 million donation toward this new stadium, which will […]
College ‘life hacks,’ tested
As students, it is almost a given that we find innovative new ways of making our lives more manageable. However, as easy and useful as these “hacks” may seem on Pinterest or Buzzfeed, where they seem to grow exponentially, reality doesn’t always match up. Doubtful, I decided to test the functionality of several of these […]
Attending my first academic conference
During finals week of winter quarter, I attended an academic conference, and you should too.
Press Pass: Behind the scenes of Dance Marathon coverage
UCLA’s Dance Marathon has created an annual tradition of our own at the Daily Bruin, where we send reporters and photographers to cover the entirety of the event. The continuous 26 hours are a challenge, but also one of the best ways for new reporters to dive into live coverage. Each year, the staff collaborates […]