This post was updated Sept. 7 at 4:55 p.m. As a child, I lived for birthday parties. What I dreaded, however, was asking my parents the question that followed the festivities: “Could I stay for a sleepover?” After many disappointments, I learned not to bother asking my parents this dreaded question. Read more...
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This post was updated on Aug. 31 at 8:06 p.m. Two years ago, the line for Panda Express at Ackerman Union seemed eternal. Last year, it would rapidly grow at 11 a.m. Read more...
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My Saturday mornings at home were filled with barking dogs, squabbling sisters and clanging dishes. I loved such chaos. Yet, when I came to college, I was elated to live life on a different schedule. Read more...
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Getting a sweet treat is socially acceptable after big exams because of the notion that you deserve to be rewarded when you work hard. Reinforcement, associated with behaviorism, is central to motivation. Read more...
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This post was updated Aug. 24 at 4:55 p.m. Project Esther, a little-known plan using strategies frequently employed by the Trump administration to combat antisemitism, may spread its influence to UCLA. Read more...
Photo: The 2024 Palestine solidarity encampment is pictured. Leonhardt warns students to be skeptical of Project Esther and argues its impact will ultimately harm Jewish students. (Karla Cardenas-Felipe/Daily Bruin staff)
This post was updated Sept. 24 at 7:55 p.m. I am convinced that I am allergic to crying. The minute the tears start falling and the salty water touches my skin, my face explodes. Read more...
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This post was updated Aug. 3 at 5:33 p.m. One of my most humbling moments at UCLA was when I waited two minutes in line for a cup of water. Read more...
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