Welcome to the Copy Shop – the platform for members of Daily Bruin Copy to rant about the Oxford comma, discuss sensitivity in mass media and attempt to generally demystify the mind-boggling and all-too-misunderstood world of the copy editor. At the end of March, The Associated Press once again shook the world of copy editing […]
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Throwback Thursday: Quarter or semester system? The debate UCLA has been having for decades
Universities have always been a hot spot for intellectual debate and discussion. Whether it’s an essential topic like politics or social justice, or just picking which dining hall to eat at, nearly everyone on campus has something to say. And UCLA’s no exception. Amid all the dialogue occurring on campus, there’s one issue that’s been […]
The Quad: Unyielding Instagrammers tarnish wildflowers as super bloom cultivates botanical zeal
Social media influencers and botany enthusiasts share one thing in common: a love for fields of brightly colored flora. This spring, deserts across California are experiencing a phenomenon referred to as a “super bloom.” Appealing to the eye, these wildflower super blooms are the aesthetically pleasing result of climatic conditions, mainly heavy rainfall. The winter […]
Inner Peas: What does ‘organic’ really mean? A look into its social, environmental impact
Late-night coffee sessions and a constantly looming sense of stress may seem synonymous with the college lifestyle – but it doesn’t have to be that way. In her series Inner Peas, Daily Bruin contributor Kayleigh Ruller will explore different ways students can easily practice various wellness tactics in their busy day-to-day lives. “Organic” – it’s […]
The Quad: Consider clean cosmetics to cut out possible carcinogens in your everyday life
Formaldehyde is a key ingredient in embalming dead bodies. But the chemical’s uses don’t end there. Formaldehyde can be released by substances found in a number of cosmetics, including hair and skin care products. Toxic ingredients from coal tar to those that release formaldehyde – a compound linked to cancer – are regularly used in […]
Week three: Admissions scandal further fraught, USAC candidate pool depleted, gymnasts enter NCAAs
This Week in the News serves as The Quad’s space for reflection on current events at and around UCLA. Every week, Daily Bruin staffers will analyze some of the most significant stories to keep readers up to speed. As the third week of the quarter comes to a close, midterm season isn’t the only thing […]
Throwback Thursday: UCLA’s dire parking setup has been a problem for 30 years
UCLA has a parking problem. UCLA is one of the largest universities in the nation, with over 40,000 students attending and more than 60% of those being commuters. Despite this, many students still report difficulties getting to classes, with some spending upwards of 90 minutes in search of a single spot to park on campus. […]