Milking one’s trauma isn’t the only road to university admission. And yet, it’s exactly what college applications look for. The University of California’s admission process, like that of other universities, aims to be holistic by requesting a history of applicants’ classes as well as their talents and achievements. Read more...

Photo: Personal statements in college applications are seen as a space for personal expression. More often than not, however, they urge students to slap together sob stories – something those with access can better do. There’s a better alternative, though: diversity statements. (Axel Lopez/Assistant Photo editor)

Los Angeles is the picture of diversity. UCLA, however, is not. The University of California is prohibited from using race as a factor in the admissions process due to California Proposition 209, which was passed in 1996. Read more...

Photo: Los Angeles is one of the most diverse cities in the nation. The diversity of UCLA, however, pails in comparison. Few applicants from underrepresented communities, and the university does little outreach to these students, instead relying on student groups to do the work. (Amy Dixon/Photo editor)

If you don’t already think Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos crossed the line, here’s news: She’s coming after students with disabilities, too. DeVos proposed cutting millions of dollars of funding last week from the 2020 education budget. Read more...

Photo: (Clara Vamvulescu/Daily Bruin)