When students choose UCLA as their next home, they enroll in this reputable institution for a variety of reasons. One thing that separates UCLA from the competition is its bustling hub of successful, student-led organizations and how the campus centers itself around diverse expression, safety and legitimacy. However, there are times when students’ actions can […]
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Biostatistics professor named interim dean of Fielding School of Public Health
A biostatistics professor was appointed the interim dean of the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health and will begin his term early November. Ronald S. Brookmeyer will begin his term Nov. 1, a university press release announced Monday. Scott Waugh, UCLA executive vice chancellor and provost, said in an email statement that he and Chancellor […]
Lyft unveils subscription plan, but UCLA suggests more sustainable options exist
Commuter students now have another option to get to campus with a new monthly subscription plan released by ride-share company Lyft. Lyft released a monthly subscription plan earlier this month that charges passengers an upfront price of $299 per month to get 30 rides for up to $15 each, offering customers a long-term method of […]
School of Management cancels event featuring controversial businessman
The UCLA Anderson School of Management indefinitely rescheduled an event with a controversial invited speaker. Sam Zell, a billionaire businessman and founder of Equity International, was originally scheduled to speak Thursday from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Palisades Room at Carnesale Commons. Journalists from the Los Angeles Times expressed concern about Zell’s attendance […]
Kiwi Bots roll into the Westwood area’s food delivery scene
Students can now order food via robot delivery in Westwood. Kiwi Campus, a startup that originated at UC Berkeley, began operating in Westwood at the beginning of October. Users of the service can download a mobile application to order food and drinks from local restaurants to be delivered via robot for a fee. Stephanie Falla, […]
UCLA Dining to offer meal coupons in exchange for Hill swipes during AFSCME strike
UCLA Dining will offer full-meal coupons in exchange for Hill swipes during the American Federation of County, State and Municipal workers strike Tuesday to Thursday. Associated Students UCLA recently announced the value of dorm coupons would increase by $1, from $2.45 to $3.45. However, during the three days dining hall workers are striking, full-meal combinations […]
Online resources may offer students additional assistance with mental health
Online mental health applications can provide supplemental resources for students in need of additional support. If the resources are well-vetted and and backed by scientific research, they can provide important information to students, said Nicole Green, the executive director of Counseling and Psychological Services. “As long as they’re good and well-vetted and well-researched, and have […]