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By Anna Gu + 1 other for Daily Bruin - 6 min read
Changes to ‘traditional’ graduation attire lead students to embrace culture
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. Students, however, may wear whatever they choose underneath the gown for the graduation ceremony. Despite...
By Ellin Manoukian (Anna as top editor) + 2 others for Daily Bruin - 7 min read
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. For students with family living out of state or overseas,...
By Brandon Liu (Anna as top editor) + 3 others for Daily Bruin - 5 min read
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. During sleep, the body and brain perform critical functions essential for maintaining overall health. Researchers and health professionals at UCLA said that, for students who want to perform...
By Alik Artinian (Anna as top editor) + 3 others for Daily Bruin - 6 min read
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. The genocide caused many Armenians to seek refuge in the United States,...
By Anna Gu + 4 others for Daily Bruin - 6 min read
Los Angeles cracks down on crime following lenient district attorney policies
Los Angeles residents are calling for a tougher stance on crime after four years of progressive policies. Nathan Hochman and incumbent George Gascón ran a tight race for the position of LA County's district attorney in the 2024 general election, with the two candidates campaigning opposing visions for LA’s crime and public safety policies. Hochman’s victory reflects a shift in...
By Anna Gu + 5 others for Daily Bruin - 8 min read
Students reflect on effects of global, schoolwide changes over last 4 years
As students in the class of 2024 prepare their caps and gowns for graduation, they reflect on the numerous events which shaped their college experience. Online learning was the first of many events that affected graduating students' college experiences. According to a California Student Aid Commission study, 46% of students took on fewer units and 70% reported they missed class...
By Anna Gu + 3 others for Daily Bruin - 6 min read
Members of UCLA community reflect on effects of social media on university culture
With almost two million public posts tagged with #ucla, UCLA topped Harvard, Yale and numerous institutions across the nation as most “Instagrammable” campus as of October 2023, according to KTLA. To determine the most "Instagrammable" campus, analysts at VPNOverview aggregated data on the number of hashtags top universities received. They evaluated hashtags because the tool can greatly shape the online...
By Anna Gu + 4 others for Daily Bruin - 8 min read
Why is youth voter turnout so low, and how can it be improved?
California held its primary elections March 5, officially kick-starting the election season in the state until the general election in November. Despite a competitive Senate race to replace former Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s seat, data from California’s Secretary of State as of 5:52 p.m. Wednesday revealed that only 34.9% of eligible voters in the state cast a ballot during this year's...
By Anna Gu + 3 others for Daily Bruin - 9 min read
A tool across eras: How college rankings continue to shape school prestige
Every fall, U. S. News & World Report publishes its ranking of colleges and universities across the country. In the 2024 edition, UCLA and UC Berkeley tied for 15th nationally, which was a jump from the previous year when both institutions were ranked 20th. Several other public universities such as UC Davis and the University of Michigan experienced a boost,...
