Bruins plan out their academic schedule with a mix of major-related courses and general education requirements ahead of the new school year. The UCLA Registrar's Office defines GE courses as introductory classes designed to equip students with essential university-level skills and introduce them to academic subjects in the arts, humanities, social sciences and natural sciences. All undergraduate students are required...

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Raksha Bandhan, a Hindu holiday celebrating the bond between brother and sister, was celebrated this year on Aug. 9. According to the Hindustan Times, Raksha Bandhan is celebrated annually during the auspicious month of “Shravana” on the Hindu calendar, and this year, the festival falls in August. The holiday, as reported by the Times of India, takes place during a...

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This summer, Disneyland celebrated its 70th anniversary. The park’s celebrations included the debut of its new attraction “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” and additions to both the Main Street Cinema and “it’s a small world” ride, according to the Walt Disney Company website. Guests also attended a special 70th anniversary parade while collecting souvenir guide maps and anniversary buttons...

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Residents in some neighborhoods of Los Angeles live in food deserts, creating systematic barriers to healthy eating. The nonprofit organization Food Empowerment Project defines a “food desert” as a geographic area that lacks or has limited access to nutritious and affordable food, often forcing residents to rely on cheap, unhealthy fast food options. These neighborhoods have an average poverty rate...

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Technology is deeply intertwined in Bruins' lives, from everyday social media usage to future career plans. The technology industry contributed $2 trillion to the American economy in 2024, 9% of the nation’s economic output, according to The James Madison Institute. The industry’s economic power is fueled by billions of users, with 92% of undergraduate college students in the U. S....

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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...

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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,...

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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...

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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,...

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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...

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