Benjamin van Aken studies at UCLA but spends much of his time off campus exploring the hiking trails and climbing spots of Los Angeles. He discusses how he started climbing, running and hiking, and how he began benefitting physically and personally from these activities.
Hamasaku, a Japanese restaurant tucked away in a shopping mall near Wilshire Boulevard, serves small plates and fresh rolls daily. According to executive chef Yoya Takahashi, the restaurant offers both an omakase and standard menu of sushi, rolls and bowls. More »
LazRFit is a fitness program that combines laser tag and cardio exercise. Participants play a game of laser tag in an indoor arena built with wooden modules. More »
Jabril Muhammad, a fourth-year sociology student, shares his spoken word reflection on race and African-American mortality in America. He was inspired by the musical theater production “Hamilton” and its use of rap music. More »
International Folk Dance Club and Global Dance Club at UCLA aim to embrace the culture of Greece through fun folk dances paired with upbeat music. During the Greek/Balkan Culture Night, dance co-director Cynthia Harper teaches a tutorial for the song “Kalamatiano / Syrto,” which involves repeated foot steps and group interactions. More »
No. 5 UCLA’s women basketball took on two top-10 teams at home before a road trip to Las Vegas last week. It will take on UC Riverside on Tuesday in Pauley Pavilion. More »
This post was updated Nov. 27 at 4:47 p.m. Students formed a coalition called Westwood Forward, challenging the existing Westwood Neighborhood Council and petitioning to ratify a new council they say will better represent the UCLA campus and Westwood Village. More »