UCLA has constructed enough housing to provide all incoming freshman a four-year housing guarantee, making it the only UC to do so. Meanwhile, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass’ housing initiatives have been unsuccessful at stimulating development in Westwood. Read more...
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Opinion, Opinion Columns
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September 17, 9:00 pm
NSF is abandoning curiosity-driven research, but long-term science can’t be lost
When researchers at a top-tier global research university like UCLA are forced to move to OnlyFans for funding, it’s clear we’ve abandoned an institution founded on curious, creative minds. Read more...
Opinion, Opinion Columns
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September 17, 9:00 pm
Billionaires won’t be the ones most affected by Prop 40’s tax. Californians will
The race defining California’s 2026 statewide election is Proposition 40, also known as the “Billionaire Tax.” The proposed tax will levy a one-time, 5% tax on the accumulated wealth of any billionaire living in California, with the money earmarked for healthcare and education. Read more...
Opinion, Opinion Columns
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September 17, 8:59 pm
UC’s California enrollment push neglects out-of-state students, risks diversity
As an eager freshman, I entered UCLA with hope for the endless possibilities of people I would meet and the chance encounters with students from all over the world. Read more...
Opinion, Opinion Columns
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September 17, 8:59 pm
New Housing & Hospitality associate vice chancellor must prioritize accountability
There are some big shoes to fill at UCLA Housing & Hospitality. Pete Angelis, the former associate vice chancellor of the department, retired in June. Under his management, UCLA implemented a four-year housing guarantee, expanded its housing capacity almost threefold and opened Epicuria at Ackerman. Read more...
Editorials, Opinion, Opinion Columns
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September 13, 9:07 pm
Editorial: UCLA physicians are trying to unionize. It’s time for the UC to support them
A large banner adorns the outside of the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. It reads, “Ranked #1 in California.” It’s true – UCLA’s flagship hospital regularly receives accolades that put it among the most prestigious hospitals in the country. Read more...
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September 10, 7:57 pm
Opinion: Podcaster Scott Galloway, the newest UC regent, will make the changes the UC needs
California’s university system is in trouble. It needs talented minds like Scott Galloway’s to fix it. California Gov. Gavin Newsom appointed Galloway to the UC Board of Regents on July 22. Read more...