The Los Angeles Mobility Plan proposes a bike lane on Westwood Boulevard from Le Conte Avenue to Wellworth Avenue. We asked Bruins with bikes what they think about biking and bike lanes on the busy street, which they share with cars, buses and pedestrians alike. Read more...
Opinion, Opinion Columns
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February 10, 9:32 am
Jonathan Friedland: City council member should not block Westwood bike lane development
Ignorance is bliss – it’s also unsafe, irresponsible and completely inappropriate when forming transportation policy in Los Angeles. Between 2002 and 2013, there have been 52 bicycle accidents on the stretch of Westwood Boulevard where Los Angeles City Councilmember Paul Koretz, with pressure from some of his constituents, has been opposing the development of a bicycle lane. Read more...
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Lifestyle, Opinion, The Quad
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February 10, 12:30 am
Tips and tricks for optimizing the UCLA biking experience
Cycling in Westwood has always been a bit of an uphill battle. And I’m not just talking about the elevation changes around the UCLA campus. Students here, by and large, are just resistant to hopping on the saddle (not a seat) to zip around campus, even if they can shave a significant chunk of time off the commute. Read more...
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Community, Opinion
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February 9, 12:47 am
Submission: SJP emphasizes that pro-Palestinian does not mean anti-Israeli
Last week a Bruins for Israel board member published an op-ed centered on vilifying Students for Justice in Palestine. In fact, calling SJP divisive is the main theme in nearly every op-ed opposing our work, from events to protests, to divestment. Read more...
Opinion, Opinion Columns
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February 9, 12:44 am
Zoey Freedman: UCLA senior surveys overlooks importance of mental health
Graduating seniors may feel emotional as they prepare to exit UCLA with pomp and circumstance, but as far as the school is concerned, it’s all a matter of nostalgia – mental health has got nothing to do with it. Read more...
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Opinion, Podcasts
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February 9, 12:00 am
No Offense, But: Love
Valentine’s day is around the corner and love is in the air in the newsroom! Special guest stars Jill and Roberto join Chris, Ara and Liberty to discuss some of the most burning questions surrounding love and dating. Read more...
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Opinion, Opinion Columns
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February 8, 6:28 am
Anastasia Lukianchikov: Diversity requirement is a small step in the right direction
This column represents the first in a series on the diversity requirement at UCLA. This week, columnist Anastasia Lukianchikov explores both the good and bad of the requirement, and argues that with some enhancements, it can be a powerful force for good on the campus. Read more...
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