An environmental advocacy group is trying to end oil drilling near neighborhoods in Los Angeles. Stand Together Against Neighborhood Drilling Los Angeles, an environmental group advocating against oil drilling in Los Angeles, was endorsed by the North Westwood Neighborhood Council at their January meeting. Read more...
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A Closer Look, Campus, News, Student Government
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January 16, 4:17 pm
USAC recap – Jan. 15
The Undergraduate Students Association Council is the official student government representing the undergraduate student body at UCLA. Council meetings take place every Tuesday at 7 p.m. Read more...
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January 16, 12:53 am
Researchers develop device allowing easier detection of parasites in blood
UCLA researchers have developed a device that detects the presence of certain parasites in blood or other bodily fluids. The device has the ability to detect small parasites, such as Trichomonas vaginalis, which can cause trichomoniasis, a common sexually transmitted disease. Read more...
Photo: UCLA researchers developed a device able to detect parasites in blood with relative ease and at a low cost. Hatice Ceylan Koydemir, a postdoctoral researcher and co-author of the study about the technology, said the low cost could make it more accessible in areas of Africa. (Courtesy of UCLA Newsroom)
News, Westwood
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January 16, 12:50 am
City groups to open parklet on Glendon, repurpose parking spaces as public space
Visitors in Westwood Village will soon have new places to sit outdoors in a small park that will replace several parking spots. The Glendon Avenue Parklet project received support from the North Westwood Neighborhood Council on Jan. Read more...
Photo: The parklet was inspired by the 2018 PARK(ing) Day, a worldwide annual event, in which the association set up a pop-up park in front of Ministry of Coffee similar to the proposed parklet.(Courtesy of Megan Furey)
News, UC
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January 16, 12:43 am
UC student leaders divided in opinion over whether to end student advisor position
The UC Student Association urged the UC Board of Regents to terminate the student advisor position Sunday, saying that other student-held positions are more effective in providing student representation. Read more...
Photo: The possible elimination of the student advisor position on the UC board of regents has led to debate between student leaders in the UC system. The position was created as a pilot program in 2016 to increase student representation on the board. (Kristie-Valerie Hoang/Daily Bruin senior staff)
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January 15, 12:46 am
Campus Queries: What are simple ways students can reduce their environmental footprint?
Q: What are the easiest ways to make the most positive environmental impact? A: Among another wave of New Year’s resolutions, students are resolving to make more sustainable choices. Read more...
Photo: (Michelle Fu/Daily Bruin)
A Closer Look, Campus, News
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January 15, 12:40 am
Waste Awareness Week aims to boost student engagement with sustainable practices
UCLA student organizations are spreading awareness of the global waste crisis through a weeklong series of activities. The Renewable Energy Association and other environmental student organizations are hosting Waste Awareness Week to highlight the consequences of global waste mismanagement. Read more...
Photo: Environmental student organizations such as the Renewable Energy Association and E3: Ecology, Economy, Equity, are hosting Waste Awareness Week to highlight the consequences of global waste mismanagement. Events include movie screenings, workshops and an art exhibition. (Axel Lopez/Assistant Photo editor)