Monday, June 16

Researchers warn of potential rise in extreme weather in Westwood

This post was updated Sept. 27 at 10:30 p.m. The neighborhood of Westwood typically grants Bruins clear skies and warm weather, with warm months having an average daily high temperature of above 78 F in the next-door city of Beverly Hills and above 81 F in Los Angeles overall. Read more...

Photo: A rainy Royce Quad is pictured with hazy orange skies added to represent air from wildfires. Researchers said Westwood may see an increase in extreme weather conditions such as heavy rainfall and wildfires in the coming year. (Daily Bruin file photo. Photo Illustration by Ashley Ko/Illustrations director.)


Lifestyle medicine seeks to prevent illness, increase students’ overall health

As a new school year comes around, Bruins begin brainstorming their goals, such as doing better in their classes, making new friends or getting a job. Read more...

Photo: Photos depicting the six pillars of lifestyle medicine are pictured. The pillars include social connection, nutrition, stress management, avoidance of risky substances, physical activity and restorative sleep. (Photos courtesy of Wikimedia Commons. Photo illustration by Helen Quach/Design director.)


UCLA taps into social media platforms to connect, inform Bruin audiences

How many accounts related to UCLA do you follow on social media? Do you ever get recommended UCLA content on TikTok or Instagram? UCLA runs many social media platforms where students can build community and stay updated on campus happenings. Read more...

Photo: A phone displaying UCLA’s official Instagram account is pictured next to UCLA merchandise. The university uses its social media platforms to connect with students and communicate updates during summer and the school year. (Olivia Simons/Daily Bruin senior staff)



First-generation students discuss experiences, resources at UCLA

The transition to college from high school can be a difficult experience for all young adults. Along with challenges such as leaving home for the first time and managing one’s own finances, first-generation students also contend with adjusting to a new way of life without the same experience, guidance and peer network as other Bruins. Read more...

Photo: Political science student Antonia Torres-Tinoco (left), English student Jocelyn Torres (middle) and history student Bernice Remijio (right) pose for a photo under the Royce Hall arches. The rising second-year students discussed their experiences adjusting to college life as first generation students. (Julia Zhou/Assistant Photo editor)





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