The fashion choices Bruins make on graduation can reflect aspects of their identity and college experience. According to the UCLA Store, all graduating students are required to wear a cap and gown, with additional items like a hood or tassels depending on their degree level. Read more...
Royce Quad was once an epicenter of student life at UCLA. Now, in the digital age, the Quad is an attempt to recreate these discussion spaces online. Come to the Quad for analysis, explanation and student narratives about life on and off campus, within and without Westwood.
The Quad
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March 2, 11:54 pm
Supporting, celebrating Black women amid systemic struggles, stereotypes
Courtney Thomas Tobin is pictured. Thomas Tobin, who is an associate professor of community health sciences and the associate dean for equity, diversity and inclusion at the Fielding School of Public Health, shares her expertise on Black women experiences. (Courtesy of Courtney Thomas Tobin)
By Katherine Wang and Riya Abiram
Black women continue to persevere and find success despite persistently being overlooked and facing barriers. For many Black American women, racialized stereotypes pose persistent social threats, reinforced by the media, institutions and daily interactions.
Bruin Bucks, Campus, The Quad, Westwood
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June 8, 7:47 pm
Exploring costs of commencement for students, benefit for Westwood businesses
Commencement at UCLA brings many people together on campus to celebrate the graduating class – but it doesn’t come without a cost. While students and their families budget the cost of hospitality, travel and traditions ahead of graduation, businesses in Westwood may find opportunities during this time to boost profits. Read more...
Academics, Campus, Student Life, The Quad
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June 7, 3:30 pm
Student parents juggle classes, child care in pursuit of degrees
This post was updated June 8 at 8:00 p.m. Each year, thousands of graduates receive their degrees at UCLA. In addition to being students, some graduates hold another role – parent. Read more...
Academics, Lifestyle
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June 5, 6:32 pm
UCLA experts urge students to get proper rest during finals week
Finals week often brings sleepless nights and exhaustion for many college students, as some may sacrifice sleep in favor of late-night studying – a habit that can come with significant health consequences. Read more...
Student Life, The Quad
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May 29, 1:02 am
LA Armenian community celebrates independence anniversary, honors culture
Armenians celebrate the anniversary of the First Republic of Armenia on May 28 – the day Armenia gained independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1918. Prior to Armenian independence, the Ottoman Empire persecuted and killed up to 1.2 million Armenians during the Armenian Genocide between 1915 and 1916. Read more...
Bruin Bucks, The Quad
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May 14, 10:44 pm
The changing landscape of Asian American businesses in the US
This post was updated May 15 at 10:43 p.m. Audri Chang’s curly, silver hair and thick, black glasses are unmistakable as the 71-year-old restaurant owner shuffles between rustic tables, balancing platters of steaming food and exchanging friendly small talk with customers. Read more...
Student Life, The Quad
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May 4, 10:57 pm
How the Undergraduate Students Association Council oversees budget, student life
This post was updated May 6 at 12:05 p.m. Bruins will vote for next year’s Undergraduate Students Association Council during a weeklong voting period starting Friday. Read more...
