A UCLA study found that harnessing the nation’s waste could potentially produce large amounts of energy and cut greenhouse gas emissions. One of the study’s key conclusions was that employing all available wastes in the contiguous United States to create bioenergy could possibly generate 3.1 to 3.8 exajoules of renewable energy. Read more...
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International, News
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September 20, 1:01 am
Despite growing international enrollment, Dashew Center funding remains stagnant
The Dashew Center for International Students and Scholars has not received new funding despite a rise in admitted international students, a UCLA spokesperson said. The Dashew Center serves international students by promoting interaction between international and domestic students, providing visa services and hosting workshops. Read more...
News, Westwood
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September 20, 12:57 am
Improving Westwood’s lackluster nightlife requires community action, zoning reform
Westwood may boast safety, Hollywood history and a vibrant daytime culture, but when it comes to nightlife, many students say it is lacking. Several students say the limited nighttime food and entertainment options in Westwood Village can be too expensive to partake in regularly. Read more...
Photo: Westwood nightlife variety and affordable options are lacking, several students said. (Tanmay Shankar/Assistant Photo editor)
News, Student Government
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September 20, 12:48 am
Seven USAC members discuss the evolution, promise of their platforms
There are about 2 1/2 quarters for undergraduate student government officials to complete their promises to the student body before the next election. The Undergraduate Students Association Council is composed of 15 officers responsible for representing and serving the student body. Read more...
Photo: (Daily Bruin file photo)
News, Science & Health
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September 20, 12:21 am
Crazy cat lady cliche is misleading, according to new study by UCLA researchers
A study conducted at UCLA found that the “crazy cat lady” stereotype may be more fiction than fact. The results found there is no substantial difference in self-reported symptoms of depression and anxiety between people who own cats, dogs or no pets, and concluded there is no evidence to support the “crazy cat lady” stereotype. Read more...
Photo: (Courtney Fortier/Daily Bruin contributor)
National, News
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September 20, 12:18 am
UCLA experts shed light on impact of Trump’s revisions to Endangered Species Act
UCLA conservationists and legal experts said upcoming changes to how the Endangered Species Act is implemented will make it more difficult to protect wildlife from extinction. Read more...
Photo: (Nicole Anisgard Parra/Daily Bruin)
News, Westwood
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September 19, 10:33 pm
Resident apprehensions about community soccer field lead to plan modifications
This post was updated Oct. 29 at 5:24 p.m. Plans for a new soccer field at a Westwood park underwent changes in light of resident concerns. Read more...
Photo: Nikki Mark, former executive director of the Los Angeles Football Club Academy, proposed a soccer field at Westwood park and named it after her son Tommy Mark. The plan has been revised after community feedback but still faces challenges. (Axel Lopez/Daily Bruin senior staff)