UCLA researchers are working on a single test that can detect pathogens beyond COVID-19. Eleazar Eskin, one of the faculty members leading the project, said a current diagnostic test for COVID-19, SwabSeq, is expanding to potentially identify other pathogens. Read more...

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UCLA is expanding access to mental health services for community college students using a new, scalable and cost-effective care system. The National Institute of Mental Health is funding UCLA’s ALACRITY Center through a $12 million five-year grant, said Kate Wolitzky-Taylor, co-director of the program and associate faculty of the Anxiety and Depression Research Center. Read more...

Photo: The UCLA Counseling and Psychological Services office can be found in the John Wooden Center (pictured). UCLA is increasing efforts to address students’ mental health in nearby community colleges. (Daily Bruin file photo)

Overcoming the summer slump, business owners and community leaders of Westwood prepare for the beginning of the school year by refreshing menus and carrying on annual traditions. Read more...

Photo: Westwood (pictured) sees a substantial decrease in student population during the summer each year, meaning fewer potential customers for local businesses. Westwood businesses are preparing for the beginning of the school year by refreshing menus and carrying on annual traditions. (Daily Bruin file photo)

Students expressed disappointment and concern that UCLA will not be offering an off-campus meal plan for fall. The Bruin Meal Plan enables off-campus students, including those in university apartments, to use on-campus dining halls, according to the UCLA Housing website. Read more...

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Many Bruins have resorted to offering money or asking for favors from their fellow students to hold spots in classes for them with their earlier fall enrollment times. Read more...

Photo: Money sits in front of a laptop. Many Bruins have resorted to offering money or asking for favors from fellow students to hold spots in classes for them. (Anika Chakrabarti/Photo editor)