IN THE NEWS:
Academics
July 25, 2021 4:46 p.m.
Damola Adeyemo and Jack Weerts are recent students of Community Engagement and Social Change M122: “Philanthropy as Civic Engagement.” Students of the class have the opportunity to research and learn about the work of over 40 nonprofit organizations and, together with their classmates, to decide which three will be given part of a $100,000 donation. (Left to right: Courtesy of Damola Adeyemo, Courtesy of Jack Weerts)
When she first learned about Philanthropy as Civic Engagement, student Damola Adeyemo could not believe class participants gave away $100,000 to nonprofits as part of their coursework.
By Megan Tagami
Academics
July 21, 2021 4:44 p.m.Susan Ettner, a UCLA professor and former interim dean, began her term as the dean of graduate education July 1.
Ettner is a general internal medicine and health services professor at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine and a health policy and management professor at the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health.
By Justin Jung
Campus
July 16, 2021 5:16 p.m.US District Court judge rules DACA unlawful, casts uncertainty on program’s future
This post was updated July 18 at 8:43 p.m.
A United States District Court judge ruled Friday that the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program was unlawfully implemented under the administration of former President Barack Obama.
By Anushka Chakrabarti and Christine Tran
Campus
July 15, 2021 5:16 p.m.University of California to mandate vaccination for fall, require proof
This post was updated July 18 at 6:24 p.m.
The University of California announced Thursday that COVID-19 vaccinations will be mandatory for all students returning to campus in the fall.
The UC will require all students, faculty and staff to be vaccinated with few exceptions, despite all COVID-19 vaccines being allowed for emergency use, said UC Office of the President in a statement Thursday.
The policy states proof of vaccination will be required two weeks prior to returning to campus.
By Anushka Chakrabarti and Christine Tran
California
July 10, 2021 6:18 p.m.California Legislature proposes bill to reduce number of nonresident UC students
This post was updated July 11 at 6:59 p.m.
The California Legislature sent Gov. Gavin Newson a bill on June 28 to reduce the number of out-of-state and international students at the University of California.
By Sydney Kovach
Campus
July 9, 2021 5:47 p.m.UCLA to offer self-administered COVID-19 tests in on-campus vending machines
UCLA students can obtain self-administered COVID-19 tests via on-campus vending machines starting July 12, according to a campuswide email Friday.
COVID-19 test kit vending machines are located in 12 spots on campus including Pauley Pavilion, Ackerman Union, UCLA Anderson School of Management, Haines Hall, the UCLA School of Law, Murphy Hall, La Kretz Hall, the Neuroscience Research Building, UCLA Facilities Management and the Center for Health Sciences.
By Christine Tran
A Closer Look
July 5, 2021 11:50 a.m.Fowler Museum reopens with two new exhibits despite prolonged virtual curation
This post was updated July 12 at 7:38 a.m.
Matthew Robb is ready to enjoy the Fowler Museum’s reopening after being unable to see artifacts in person for more than a year.
By Megan Tagami
Campus
July 4, 2021 12:59 p.m.Graduate Writing Center struck by budget cuts, insecure funding sources
This post was updated July 11 at 6:37 p.m.
Funding for the UCLA Graduate Writing Center was cut in half for the 2021-22 school year, leading to more than 30% of its student staff being laid off.
By Liv Stokes
searching for more articles...
2250 S. Beverly Glen Blvd: 1+1 & 2+2 apts available! Central A/C, private balcony, dishwasher, on-site laundry & parking. Spacious, bright & recently remodeled. Call/text 424-209-8450
Room in Guest House private bath share kitchen living rm. laundry, near UCLA (500 feet) pool, jacuzzi, parking one car all utilities, wifi, direct tv, gated entry $1775/month 310 309-9999
Guesthouse for rent in Mar Vista (8/2021). Bus lines to UCLA and Expo Line to USC. $2,000/month.(213)219-9882 or [email protected]
Beautiful guesthouse for lease in Beverly Hills Flats. One-car parking, kitchenette, gas stove, closet, living-room with bedroom on top floor. All utilities plus WIFI included. $2500/month 310-710-8841
WESTWOOD VILLAGE Large 1BR 1 Bath $2,600 (perfect for three people); parking included. Available September 1. Beautifully landscaped courtyard building, laundry room, pool. 691 Levering Avenue leveringheights.com (310) 208-3647
APARTMENTS FOR RENT! studios: starting at $1,400 1 beds: starting at $2,400 2 beds: starting at $3,400 3 beds starting at $5,000 All on Roebling, Midvale or Kelton! Call or text 310-502-3999
Redondo Beach family looking for an RN Nanny to help with a one month old baby going through cancer treatment as well as a healthy five year old. 30-40 hours per week. Overnights TBD. Experience in pediatric oncology or general pediatrics ideal (but not necessary). Please reach out to Michelle Dixon at [email protected]
Publisher’s Assistant needed. www.phonicsforlatinos-abcsincommon.com Daily tasks: managing/editing documents, emails. 3x/week. Hrs btwn 12PM-5PM, $20/hour.Not Remote