UCLA researchers investigated the consequences of language mismatch that occurs when physicians and patients cannot speak the same language. Researchers from the UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Initiative analyzed California census data in a study released earlier this month to gather evidence and develop policy solutions to address the shortage of Spanish-speaking physicians in California. […]
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UCLA student awarded Mental Health Advocate award for her role in Active Minds
A professor approached Ciara Kelly in tears at an event where 1,000 backpacks spanned Wilson Plaza to represent the more than 1,000 college students who are lost to suicide in the United States each year. Kelly, a third-year communication student, said she realized in that moment the events she promotes could make a difference in […]
New makerspace will enable students to dabble in engineering projects
UCLA students can build electronic skateboards, a robot that plays the piano and other electronics at a new engineering makerspace. The makerspace, which will open in Boelter Hall on Wednesday, will have 3D printers, laser cutters, power tools, electronic fabrication and a virtual reality station, among other equipment. These tools can be used to create […]
Study finds UCLA’s economic impact of over $11 billion in California
A study found that UCLA generated over $11 billion in economic activity over the 2016-17 fiscal year. Beacon Economics consultancy, an independent consulting firm that conducts economic analyses, published the 2018 UCLA Economic Impact Report, finding that UCLA generated $11.06 billion in economic activity, which considers employment, labor income, taxation and product output. The university […]
LA approves cap on scooters from companies such as Bird, Lime
The Los Angeles City Council unanimously approved new rules and regulations for electric, dockless scooters Tuesday after months of debate and confusion regarding monitoring their usage. The council approved a one-year pilot program that would cap the number of scooters to 3,000 in LA from companies like Bird and Lime. According to the new regulations, […]
Clea Wurster: Decentralization of funding could improve America’s research infrastructure
Bruins have a lot of material for bragging rights. And a big one: Our professors might be spending their days researching cures for cancer. It isn’t just that we get to interact with experts – we also get to conduct research alongside them, adding countless bullet points to our resumes. But when it comes to […]
UCPD investigating attempted armed robbery in Westwood Village
A person was threatened by a man with a semi-automatic weapon near Gayley Avenue and upper Landfair Avenue on Friday. According to UCPD, the man approached the person from behind and threatened them with a black semi-automatic handgun at approximately 8:43 p.m. in what police believe was a robbery attempt. The man was wearing black […]