“This provides us with an enormous capability so that we can solve the problem of many communities that cannot afford the expertise on site to solve their water problems,” says Yoram Cohen, an engineering professor at UCLA. He and his students have developed a Smart Integrated Membrane System, code-named SIMS, to provide a solution to water filtration issues of any sort. SIMS is not only state-of-the-art, it is mobile, self-adapting and works off wireless Internet
The mind is mightier than the sword when it comes to kendo. Kendo trainers emphasize self-control, intimidation and correct posture. “It’s more than just hitting your opponent, it’s more than just violence, it’s a mental game,” said Rachel Carrillo, UCLA Kendo Club president and fourth-year economics student, as she defines kendo in her own words after the team’s tournament on Sunday. More »
UCLA club archery is a club sport that has been active at UCLA for over 10 years. Club members participate in national tournaments and bring in new, inexperienced archers every year. More »
To commemorate its 95th birthday, UCLA contracted Mirada to engineer a light show on the surface of Royce Hall. Donors and students watched the elaborate production, which was centered around the theme of light. More »
We The Folk, an up-beat group of UCLA students plus one alumni, performs “She Belongs” – a fun, catchy tune that touches on an aspect of life that many young people can relate to: staying up all night, talking about life with someone that you care about. More »
Members of the AM discuss their lyric-writing process and inspiration behind their original song “Tell Me.” When describing the song, lead singer and second-year English student Bryan Welch explains that the lyrics mainly focus on desire and attraction. More »
The Hiking Club at UCLA travels to locations both known and unknown in search of adventure. On May 11, the Hiking Club traveled to see poppy flowers in Antelope Valley and swam in the rivers of Fish Canyon. More »