Several student leaders and students with disabilities shared their experiences with the UCLA Center for Accessible Education and UCLA Student Affairs, calling for change after the CAE office hired a director despite student opposition. Read more...
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News, Science & Health
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November 20, 9:46 pm
UCLA researchers study link between genetics and reaction to COVID-19
Researchers are trying to find out if genes are responsible for why COVID-19 affects people differently. Daniel Geschwind, a UCLA neurology professor, said COVID-19 has been troubling to researchers because the disease affects people differently – some have mild to no symptoms while others have to be hospitalized, he said. Read more...
Photo: COVID-19 affects people differently as some do not exhibit any symptoms while some need to be hospitalized. Researchers are wondering if the different symptoms depend on a person’s genes. (Illustration by Emily Dembinski/ Illustrations Director)
Campus, News, Transportation, Westwood
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November 20, 9:24 pm
UCLA launches COVID-19 mobile testing program for local Bruin community
This post was updated Nov. 22 at 6:49 p.m. UCLA is offering a mobile COVID-19 testing site for students, staff and faculty via a bus that travels to off-campus locations. Read more...
Photo: UCLA is offering a bus where students, staff and faculty can receive COVID-19 tests. (Amy Zhang/Daily Bruin senior staff)
A Closer Look, News
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November 20, 8:39 pm
Bruins for Change: Student activist advocates for Native American community on campus
From Jackie Robinson to Cindy Montañez, many Bruins have historically been on the frontlines in taking initiative for social justice issues. Some Bruins are following in their footsteps, using their voices to make change. Read more...
Photo: Desirae Barragan, a second-year American Indian studies and human biology and society student, said she hopes to raise awareness of Native Americans and their contributions. Through social media and her extracurricular activities, Barragan has been advocating for the Native American community. (Courtesy of Desirae Barragan)
A Closer Look, Los Angeles, Los Angeles City Council, News
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November 19, 7:49 pm
Scott Epstein announces LA City Council run, becoming 5th District 5 candidate
This post was updated Nov. 20 at 3:25 p.m. The chair of a local neighborhood council recently announced plans to run for Los Angeles City Council for the 5th District in the 2022 election cycle. Read more...
Photo: Scott Epstein recently announced plans to run for Los Angeles City Council for the 5th District in the 2022 election cycle. (Courtesy of Elizabeth Yarwood)
California, Crime, Los Angeles, Los Angeles City Council, News, Westwood
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November 19, 6:29 pm
Community speaks out against bans that would affect people experiencing homelessness
Community organizations in Los Angeles have voiced opposition against a proposed Los Angeles City Council ordinance that would make it unlawful for people experiencing homelessness to sit or sleep near city property. Read more...
Photo: Multiple community organizations in Los Angeles signed a community impact statement opposing an ordinance that would make it illegal for people experiencing homelessness to sit or sleep near city property. (Daily Bruin file photo)
Higher Education, National, News
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November 19, 6:28 pm
Biden seeks to make higher education more accessible for low-income students
President-elect Joe Biden’s plans for higher education could make the University of California system more accessible for low-income students, students and faculty said. Biden campaigned on eliminating tuition for households with an annual income of less than $125,000. Read more...