Alumni band spotlights special needs activists, Special Olympics in music video

This post was updated Aug. 8 at 4:51 p.m. Playing music with friends at sunset on a Malibu mountaintop can be described in many ways. For Caley Versfelt, the best word to use is “funtastic.” “It’s a word that I made up that’s fantastic and fun together,” Versfelt said. She used it when talking about […]

High number of sleep deprivation cases and complications go underreported

This post was updated July 15 at 10:18 a.m. After spending most of the previous night writing an essay, Kristen Ventura found herself struggling to stay awake during her 9:30 a.m. class. “It was really hard to focus on what the professor was saying,” said Ventura, a rising fourth-year communication student. “It was almost as […]

UCLA researchers built on, developed new technology in several studies this year

In the past year, UCLA researchers have uncovered findings in nearly every field of science. The following is a summary of some of the key research undertaken in the fields of physics, medical treatment and behavioral sciences. Physics Researchers from UCLA and USC developed an imaging technique with more versatile output than a standard electron […]

Construction on Sunset Boulevard to cause lane closures for yearlong project

Yearlong roadwork on Sunset Boulevard near UCLA might cause travel delays to Westwood, according to a university announcement June 24. Construction will occur on Sunset Boulevard between the 405 Freeway and Bellagio Road, and between South Beverly Glen Boulevard and Carolwood Drive. Road crews will close portions of some lanes every weekday from 9 a.m. […]

Multiple groups claim renting rooms from ASUCLA come with steep or surprise fees

Both UCLA and non-UCLA groups said they face unexpected room rental costs when hosting events on campus. Associated Students UCLA room rentals are free for student groups for certain venues, but additional charges may be added after a group hosts an event. Prices increase for on-campus clients as well as off-campus clients, who can ask […]

UC plans to change admissions process in response to recent bribery scheme

The University of California announced changes to its admissions process Thursday in response to a recent college admissions scandal. The UC said in a press release it will be taking steps to strengthen the policies and procedures of its undergraduate admissions process. The announcement is in response to the recent college admissions scandal uncovered in […]

Lawsuits, alcohol bans and violations: Title IX and sexual assault issues recap

UCLA has remained silent regarding several Title IX or sexual assault-related incidents this year due to legal policies or privacy concerns. Here is an overview of the incidents that occurred and what is known regarding UCLA’s response. Lawsuit against UCLA fraternities Then: A UCLA student filed a sexual assault lawsuit against Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Zeta […]