Unions representing UC workers have struck several times across the UC in the past year, limiting dining halls and campus services. There are several UC unions who represent a variety of workers, from nurses to academic researchers. 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.
Lifestyle, Politics, The Quad
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December 2, 6:15 pm
How Californians worked to fight food insecurity amid delays in SNAP benefits
When the government shutdown delayed Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits, Californians – from state leaders to local organizations – stepped in to support those in need. Read more...
Campus, Student Life, The Quad
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November 28, 2:44 pm
History of, traditions behind UCLA-USC crosstown rivalry game
For the past 96 years, UCLA and the University of Southern California have faced off in an annual crosstown rivalry football game. This year, the UCLA Bruins battle the USC Trojans at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday. Read more...
Politics, The Quad
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November 25, 4:31 pm
The expansion, evolution of zero-emission vehicle policies amid federal pushback
Zero-emission vehicles accounted for 29.1% of all new car purchases in California in the third quarter of 2025, marking progress in the state’s goals of achieving a fully clean-energy future. Read more...
Campus, Lifestyle, The Quad
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November 13, 8:34 pm
Students spread illness by going to class sick, ways to limit transmission
Each quarter, countless Bruins battle seasonal illnesses, yet many still push themselves to attend class. As finals approach, many sick students may ignore their symptoms because of academic pressure or limited awareness of resources, putting vulnerable peers at risk. Read more...
Lifestyle, The Quad
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November 9, 11:02 am
Navigating nutrition information amid today’s social media, political landscape
Social media provides widespread access to nutritional information from varying sources – not all of which is explicitly backed by data. With social media platforms allowing content to reach broad audiences, nutrition advice of all kinds drifts through explore pages and algorithms. Read more...
Politics, The Quad
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November 3, 12:08 am
What does Proposition 50 mean for Californians and congressional district mapping?
Proposition 50 will appear on the Nov. 4 special election ballot, giving California voters the chance to decide on changes to the state’s congressional district maps. Read more...
