This post was updated Oct. 18 at 7:33 p.m. In times of crisis, it’s the university’s job to support its students. But as it stands, UCLA’s silence on a pressing situation remains deafening. Read more...
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October 14, 10:56 pm
Beyond Bruin Walk: California’s health equity metric is much-needed step toward tackling inequities
Bruins are faced with everyday issues that extend past the immediate confines of their Westwood campus. Daily Bruin Opinion provides the latest commentary on California state and nationwide issues that go far “Beyond Bruin Walk.” Public health isn’t immune to the effects of social inequities – despite the lack of policy that says otherwise. Read more...
Photo: (Emily Dembinski/Illustrations director)
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October 12, 2:58 pm
Letter from the editor: Daily Bruin seeks to expand hiring of new voices and perspectives
Dear UCLA community, You are not confined to the sidelines. This moment is large beyond comprehension: We face a pandemic, a national reckoning with racism, a high-stakes presidential election and record-shattering climate disasters. Read more...
Photo: The Daily Bruin is hiring. Applications are available at apply.uclastudentmedia.com and due Oct. 14 at noon. (Kanishka Mehra/Photo editor)
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October 10, 2:30 pm
Opinion: Student civic engagement is crucial year-round, not just as election nears
Civic participation is critical for sustained change, especially in a year of immense upheaval. The anticipation for the upcoming election is steadily building — Nov. 3 is less than a month away and California voters are receiving their mail-in ballots. Read more...
Photo: (Daily Bruin file photo) Voting is a necessary part of civic responsibility, but students should actively search for other ways to get involved and make a difference in their communities.
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October 9, 5:05 pm
Beyond Bruin Walk: UC Board of Regents needs reform to ensure better representation
Bruins are faced with everyday issues that extend past the immediate confines of their Westwood campus. Daily Bruin Opinion provides the latest commentary on California state and nationwide issues that go far “Beyond Bruin Walk.” The University of California’s governing board is embroiled in yet another controversy. Read more...
Photo: (Emily Dembinski/Illustrations director)
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October 8, 6:01 pm
Opinion: Pandemic has exacerbated the need for government funding to keep the UC afloat
College certainly isn’t what it used to be. And not just because while students struggle to stay awake for their online classes, their universities are struggling to stay afloat. Read more...
Photo: For too long, students have dealt with a University that prioritizes profit over students and must do so in order to stay afloat. The state and federal governments must step up and provide more funding in order to allow the UC to fulfill its goal of providing a public, affordable education for all Californians. (Jintak Han/Daily Bruin senior staff)
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October 7, 7:44 pm
Opinion: California must consider making Election Day a state holiday to increase turnout
This post was updated Oct. 11 at 7:31 p.m. Voting has never been easy – and this year’s election appears to come with more challenges than ever. Read more...
Photo: California should make Election Day a state holiday to increase accessibility to voting. As one of the largest states to do so, it could place pressure on the federal government to follow suit. (Daily Bruin file photo)