This post was updated Oct. 13 at 8:36 p.m. When I first learned about coffee chats, I thought I would never incorporate them into my life. Read more...
Photo: Two coffee cups are pictured. (Myka Fromm/Daily Bruin senior staff)
Opinion, Opinion Columns
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October 7, 9:47 am
Opinion: In memory of my uncle Yossi Avtalon, a tribute to victims of Oct. 7
“Help, help, help us please if anyone saw our Zigi. He is my grandmother baby brother. We need to find him. If you saw his face in a video or if there is someone who saw him at any point, please give us a call, any little piece of information. Read more...
Photo: Molly Gurland’s mother poses for a portrait with Gurland’s great-uncle Yossi Avtalon, also known as Zigi. (Courtesy of Molly Gurland)
Community, Opinion
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October 3, 5:51 pm
Op-ed: Admin’s actions toward pro-Palestine protesters proves UCLA wants us dead
This post was updated Oct. 13 at 8:41 p.m. Editor’s note: This article describes instances of violence that may be disturbing to some readers. On the fourth day of the UCLA Palestine solidarity encampment, a community member asked me, “What should we do if there’s a bomb?” I replied incredulously, “Bombs aren’t allowed at UCLA.” The next night, a Zionist flashed encampment participants with their holstered pistol. Read more...
Opinion, Opinion Columns
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October 1, 12:38 pm
The UC must revise its handling of free speech, student protests to promote trust
This post was updated Oct. 10 at 8:24 p.m. After a spring quarter with a deep level of civil unrest, division and traumatic events, many incoming and returning UCLA students feel anxious about traveling back to campus. Read more...
Photo: Pro-Palestine protesters gather during an on-campus rally April 28. (Nicolas Greamo/Daily Bruin senior staff)
Community, Opinion
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September 27, 8:06 pm
Op-ed: UC expansion creates demand that neglects fair wages, housing of frontline workers
This post was updated Oct. 6 at 9:31 p.m. In recent months, thousands of University of California employees and their allies have repeatedly taken to the streets to protest for higher wages and housing assistance. Read more...
Community, Opinion
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September 23, 10:57 pm
Op-ed: UCLA’s expansion of police arsenal is unnecessary, shameful
This post was updated Sept. 25 at 8:55 p.m. Like many members of the Bruin community, I was alarmed to discover that UCLA intends to significantly expand its police arsenal prior to the 2024-2025 academic year. Read more...