“This is not the America I knew.” These were the words my mother said as we discussed the fatal shooting of Renee Good by a United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent. Read more...
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March 11, 1:47 pm
Op-Ed: UC workers deserve fair treatment after years doing more with less
This post was updated March 11 at 8:36 p.m. These are scary and tenuous times for many of us at the University. We’ve witnessed the federal government’s attacks on higher education and seen funding be curtailed and held back not only for research, but also the programs that support the needs of our diverse student population. Read more...
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March 8, 9:22 pm
Opinion: Student optimism, hope for the future can spark, fuel social change
On Dec. 5, 1955, 90% of Black people in Montgomery, Alabama, decided not to take the bus. They did it because they believed things could change. Read more...
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March 5, 1:24 pm
Opinion: Consumers must scrutinize greenwashing, advocate for true sustainability
It is easy for corporations to wrap themselves in green marketing. Green marketing, in a similar vein to greenwashing, is the promotion of a product’s environmental sustainability. Read more...
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March 4, 12:26 pm
Opinion: UCLA must help combat food insecurity for off-campus students
Food insecurity is not just about skipping meals. For many students, it is about not having the time to get a meal in or having a rushed, non-nutritive one. Read more...
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March 4, 12:06 pm
Opinion: Learning to ‘live’ a little: UCLA’s live opportunities are pathways to community
There’s something unforgettable about the feeling of crisp air on your face, the company of passionate people and the swelling waves of sound surrounding you. Some experiences cannot be replicated on a sound stage or transmitted through a screen. Read more...
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March 3, 6:08 pm
Opinion: UCLA language program cuts undermine commitment to diversity
This post was updated March 3 at 6:42 p.m. Studying a new language is more than memorizing words. It allows learners to hear new perspectives, sheds light on international issues and offers community to heritage speakers. Read more...