‘Pretty Lethal’ is pretty unexceptional

The film’s premise is fun, but brought down by corny dialogue and flat characters.

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Anna Duboc captivates audiences with her voice, storytelling

The student performer and songwriter will bring her music to The Mint in April.

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Consuming love in the age of algorithms

When romance becomes content, expectations for connection start to shift.

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LA-based archives are proof of past

USC’s ONE Archives and the Los Angeles Public Library work to safeguard history.

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Live media is becoming harder to access, but more meaningful

Experts said streaming and monopolies discourage both creativity and community.

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Food affordability on campus remains pressing concern

Some students think USC should do more to publicize food assistance programs.

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Too many advertisements, not enough attention for them

What appears to be a part of daily routine reveals USC students’ consumer habits.

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Order up! Jackson Market and Deli serves political advocacy with lunch

The Culver City restaurant raises awareness and funds for aid efforts in Palestine.

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USC accepts 11.7% of applicants in the fall 2026 cycle

The acceptance rate went up by 0.5 percentage points from last year’s admissions.

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Classifieds – March 27, 2026

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The US wouldn’t survive another draft

Compulsorily enlisting a politically aware generation is a formula for revolution.

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What are we really training for?

Social fitness apps push us farther than we’d go alone, toward both health and approval.

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How students can engage in city politics

Students can get involved in city elections by taking part in campaigns or voting.

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The Makai Lemon hate is unwarranted

The Biletnikoff Award winner’s intensity is what makes him great.

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Baseball dazzles on the diamond halfway through season

Despite an all-time start, the No. 12 Trojans still await their first ranked victory.

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North Westwood Neighborhood Council recap – March 4

The North Westwood Neighborhood Council elected a new at-large board member at its monthly meeting March 4. The council, which represents UCLA and Westwood Village, meets on the first Wednesday of every month at UCLA’s Weyburn Terrace.

Unique Café in Canyon Country Helps Cats Find Forever Home

At first glance, it feels like a cozy lounge, quiet, calm, and…

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‘Words of Wisdom’ panel empowers student athletes for Women’s History Month

The Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) hosted a women’s “Words of Wisdom” panel on Monday night, featuring an array of women in the field. The panel spoke about what Women’s...

CRIME REPORT: Suspect flees after hitting a pedestrian

Below are the crime logs provided by the CSUN Department of Police Services for March 8 to March 21.   Sunday, March 8 White spray paint was used to write...

Sabzi Polo Ba Mahi: A dish that welcomes the Persian New Year

Millions of people worldwide celebrate Nowruz each spring. This holiday celebrates both the start of a new year on the Persian calendar and the arrival of spring. Nowruz has been...

How the CSUN VITA Clinic is bringing trusting hands during taxing times

The CSUN Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Clinic has been operating for over 50 years, and its impact on the local community has grown in both reputation and reach. The...

USC Surplus Store diverts move-out waste from landfills

The store finds new homes for items donated by USC students and departments.

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Undefeated Bruins to face Cardinal in men’s volleyball matchup

A building is only as strong as its foundation. And the Bruins have proved that the ground they stand on remains firm, and the glue that holds them together is binding.

The ‘Bruin Bombers’ lay the foundation for UCLA’s hitting success

One superstar helps a team win games. Two make victories feel inevitable. As No. 8 UCLA Softball (28-3, Big Ten 9-0) rides a 22-game winning streak, much of the team’s success can be attributed to the dominant performance of the “Bruin Bombers.” Seniors utility Megan Grant and infielder Jordan Woolery have been on an offensive tear this season, combining for 42 home runs and a .542 batting average.

USC accepts 11.7% of Fall 2026 applicants

The school's admission rate was up 0.5 percentage points from 2025-26.

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Gallery: The Palisades, 1 year after the fire

Green has gradually returned to the once-scorched slopes of the Santa Monica mountains. The January 2025 Palisades wildfire is among the top ten most destructive and deadliest wildfires in California since 1932, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.

Does Grad School Have Finals After Spring Break?

Spring Break is a time for relaxation, fun, and a brief escape from the endless stream of assignments and exams. However, as a graduate student, the shadow of looming finals...

Meta’s Oversight Board warns that “Community Notes” aren’t a proper substitute for fact-checking globally

On Thursday, Meta’s Oversight Board, a quasi-independent body that reviews the social media giant’s moderation practices, ruled that “Community Notes” are not a proper substitute for its fact-checking program. In a new “policy advisory opinion,” the Board expressed concerns about how effective Community Notes would be in a litany of circumstances, “including in repressive human...

News Diaries: How a Minnesota mom and minister “blew past” her screen time limits when ICE came to her city

To say that the staff of Nieman Lab consume more news than the average American would be an understatement. And if you’re a Nieman Lab reader, chances are you’re a news junkie like us. Most of the people that most news organizations are trying to reach, however, are not news junkies. Nieman Lab founder Josh...

Interim CFO says UCLA’s budget deficit is markedly lower than previous estimates

UCLA is projected to generate a $220 million deficit for the 2025-26 fiscal year, its interim chief financial officer announced in a Thursday email. The estimate comes more than a month after Stephen Agostini, the university’s former CFO, alleged to the Daily Bruin that financial mismanagement – both from current and past administrators – contributed to an annual projected deficit of $425 million.

COC Superintendent finalists spoke to the community

“Creating opportunities for all is not optional, but it is essential for…

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The University must foster civic dialogue

Canceling the gubernatorial debate further erodes trust in public discourse.

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US Secret Service will install “stop and search” zones on campus during LA28

USC is unsure if it will be able to sustain a summer program during the Olympics and Paralympics.

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Trump and ICE continue to go against the Bible

Trump must be upheld to the Christian standards he has placed upon himself.

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Lucas Wang finds artistic success on global stage

The Singaporean artist and exchange student is building a music career across Asia and the United States.

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Grass is greener when you touch it

Being chronically online has its merits, but escaping the internet is vital.

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Track and field looks ahead to outdoor season after indoor success

Senior sprinter Garrett Kaalund led the way at the NCAA Indoor Championships with a sub-20 200-meter.

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Kim says he wished he had more time to deliberate cancelling the governor debate

The debate was cancelled less than 24 hours before it was scheduled to occur.

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International graduate student enrollment down roughly 12%, USC official says

The elimination of a major federal student loan program is a reason for the decline.

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Men’s golf sees up-and-down results against premier competition

No. 24 USC finished middle of the pack at the Desimone Invitational and Valspar Collegiate Invitational.

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Federal judge blocks latest ACIP appointees

Chief Campus Health Officer Dr. Sarah Van Orman said she will advocate for students’ vaccines to be fully covered.

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Film breakdown: UCLA football brings in recruits to strengthen tight ends room

Few positions are more under-appreciated than tight end. Occupying responsibilities in the run, pass and protection scheme, a complement of effective tight ends can elevate an offense.

Five things: Analyzing UCLA men’s basketball’s season finale, looking to next year

The 2025-2026 season is officially over after No. 7 seed UCLA men’s basketball (24-12, 13-7 Big Ten) fell 73-57 to No. 2 seed UConn (31-5, 17-3 Big East) on Sunday in the second round of the NCAA Tournament at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.

UCLA baseball caps off undefeated 9-game homestand with win over LMU

Leaving home can be a difficult step to take. But capping off an undefeated nine-game homestand likely gives you all the confidence you need before packing your bags.

The BBC’s new director general is former Google executive Matt Brittin

Today the BBC announced it had selected a new director general: Matt Brittin, the former president of Google’s operations in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. One might see this news and wonder about Brittin’s editorial experience. He has very little but, as both the Guardian and the Telegraph took pains to point out, he...

“I was surprised how upset some people got”: A conversation with the creator of TomWikiAssist, the bot that edited Wikipedia

Behind the scenes at Wikipedia, some editors were alarmed recently when they saw a flurry of edits and new articles by a contributor known as TomWikiAssist. It turned out that Tom was a bot and was making edits and creating articles that the bot believed were interesting. The editors then blocked Tom from doing any...

Athletes prep for upcoming seasons, reflect on spring training

Every spring semester, Occidental’s fall and winter athletes take to the weight room, court and field to stay in shape during their off-season. Micah Elegores (junior), a guard for the women’s basketball team, said the team works to maintain a playful atmosphere amidst the discipline required during the off-season. Elegores said the team is encouraged […]

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‘A sobering example’: Occidental’s 1920s KKK club reflects culture of Jim Crow era

Walking into the Ahmanson Reading room on the main floor of the Mary Norton Clapp Library, one of the first sights students come across is a low bookcase containing a collection of books dated to the early 20th century. These are original issues of La Encina, the college’s yearbook. These yearbooks from Occidental’s early years […]

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Photo Essay: Men’s tennis 4-3 comeback against Colby

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Rent spike pushing Read Books off Eagle Rock Boulevard

Read Books will be leaving their location at 4972 N. Eagle Rock Blvd. after the rent for their store, approximately 600-700 square feet, increased from $1,200 to $2,805 — a jump of more than 133%. Husband and wife Jeremy and Debbie Kaplan co-own Read Books. Jeremy Kaplan said their used, general-interest bookstore has been on […]

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Critical Making Studio provides free access to art space and equipment

The bottom floor of the Academic Commons contains the Critical Making Studio (CMS), a makerspace open to all Occidental students, faculty and staff. According to User Services Specialist Benjamin Mendez, the CMS provides free access to workspace and equipment including a 3-D printer, cricut cutting machine, two sewing machines, audio recording equipment and a sound booth. Mendez […]

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KOXY’s MP patio shows: ‘You’ll already be there’

Occidental College’s student-run radio station KOXY began hosting student artists/singer-songwriters on Tuesday nights at the Branca Patio by the Marketplace, Feb. 10. These “MP Patio Shows” feature sets including covers as well as original songs, typically lasting from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. According to KOXY Station Manager Clare Kennerly (senior), KOXY chose Tuesdays to help create […]

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Hanna Garth discusses grassroots activism at ‘Food Justice Undone’ book talk

Assistant Professor of Anthropology at Princeton University Hanna Garth spoke about the social dynamics of the food justice movement in South Central LA at her book talk for “Food Justice Undone: Lessons for Building a Better Movement” March 16. The event’s sponsors included the departments of Latino/a & Latin American Studies (LLAS), Urban & Environmental […]

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Athletes of the Week Delphine Way and Benjamin Fitzgerald focus on the details

Benjamin Fitzgerald According to the Occidental Athletics website, the baseball team secured a three-game sweep against Curry College March 14. Third baseman Benjamin Fitzgerald (junior) said this season has been a vast improvement from last season. “It’s just a different vibe and a different level of confidence,” Fitzgerald said. “We learned how to play for each other.” […]

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Highland Park Coffee Passport travels beyond coffee

Melissa Spolar, the creator of the Highland Park Coffee Passport, described it as a booklet meant to highlight the unique features of certain local coffee shops and to support the community. According to the website, all participating coffee shops offer a discount or have a special offer for customers through the passport. Spolar said some of her […]

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Be Nice Have Fun says ‘bye for now’

Be Nice Have Fun closed its doors on York Boulevard March 22. Shop owner Destine Escobedo said even though the shop’s brick-and-mortar store is closed, the shop remains open online. Be Nice Have Fun let the building owners know that they wanted to renew their lease in December 2025, but were never given the opportunity to […]

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USG buys 3,546 pads to refill Period Pantry

The senate met on Zoom due to a "high-priority" USC event that forced relocation.

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Here’s what led to USC’s gubernatorial debate cancellation

Four prominent Democratic candidates had complained about being excluded under the debate’s formula.

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Politicians, professors react to criticisms of USC on gubernatorial debate

President Kim cancelled the debate after national attention and criticism over which candidates were chosen.

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Classifieds – March 25, 2026

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Authenticity in the age of digital memories

Reframing spam accounts can serve as acts of self-care improve our collective life.

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Men’s, women’s basketball land highly ranked recruits for 2026

The women’s team now has the No. 1-ranked recruiting class for 2026 in the country.

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Football builds on recruiting success with 2027 commits

USC secured the top-ranked athlete from California and other highly rated prospects.

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‘SNL’ crosses the pond with UK version

To those who say “Saturday Night Live” isn’t funny anymore, maybe its British cousin will be your cup of tea.

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Women’s basketball falls in second round of NCAA Tournament

The Trojans beat Clemson in the first round before losing to top seed South Carolina.

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‘Sean the Baby’ is alum’s musical love letter to his son

Jee Suk Kim's debut short film explores the triumphs and pitfalls of parenting.

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Gavin Newsom represents everything wrong with the Democratic Party

Beyond the political theater, Newsom and the Democrats lack a vision for America.

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Women’s swim and dive earns top-15 finish at NCAAs

USC placed 14th overall and fifth among Big Ten teams at the championship meet.

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‘They Will Kill You’ is a brilliant parody of horror genre

The slasher is a painfully funny tale of abandonment, sacrifice and forgiveness.

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UCLA softball sweeps Rutgers for 3rd consecutive Big Ten sweep

Starting games strongly is key in any series matchup. And No. 8 UCLA softball (28-3, 9-0 Big Ten) did just that in its series victory against Rutgers (17-15, 3-6).

Led by senior Rosie Murphy, UCLA swim and dive finishes 20th at NCAA Championships

Rosie Murphy’s senior season has stood out for more reasons than it being her last. The Sacramento local has etched her name in Bruin history, shattering school records while leading the team to multiple conference championship podium finishes.

Santa Monica man arrested twice by UCPD for alleged kidnapping, rape

This post was updated March 24 at 4:22 p.m. UCPD arrested a Santa Monica man Friday after he allegedly trapped two UCLA students in his vehicle and threatened them earlier this month. The man allegedly drove half a mile through Westwood while refusing to let the students leave his vehicle, according to a Tuesday UCPD press release.

Gallery: UCLA’s LFTA celebrates creativity, community at annual Night of Cultura

UCLA’s Latine Film and Theater Association held its annual Night of Cultura showcase in the Northwest Campus Auditorium on March 6 and 7, showcasing student-produced plays and films.

Young people want their news to be more fun, a new report says

In the news industry, there’s no shortage of data that says the same thing: young adults and older adults get their news in different ways. While older adults (age 55 and up) are mostly locked in on traditional news sources, young people increasingly turn to influencers and AI. As newsrooms grapple with how to lure...

ProPublica’s union authorizes the first U.S. newsroom strike over AI protections

On March 20, members of the ProPublica Guild, one of the largest nonprofit newsroom unions in the U.S., overwhelmingly voted to authorize a strike. Out of the roughly 150 journalists, copyeditors, videographers and other newsroom workers in the Guild, 92% of members voted to walk off the job if ProPublica doesn’t agree to their contract...

In-person vs. online: How CSUN students learn differently

CSUN students learn differently every day. Some learn in lecture classrooms, taking notes as professors educate. Others attend Zoom meetings in the library nook with headphones in, attending synchronous courses...

USC cancels gubernatorial debate after controversy on exclusion of candidates of color

Four prominent Democratic candidates had complained about being excluded under the debate’s formula.

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Men’s tennis extends win streak to 6 with victories over Wisconsin, Nebraska

Gianluca Ballotta gripped his ankle and writhed in pain on the heat-charged asphalt. The wounded senior was unable to place any weight on his leg. But Ballotta returned to the court just a few minutes later, using his racket as both a cane and a sword.

Bruins send Cowgirls riding home with 87-68 victory, advance to Sacramento

This post was updated March 23 at 10:38 p.m. The duel was over before Pistol Pete could draw his weapon. It didn’t help that he barely brought any bullets.

UCLA baseball claims 3-game sweep over Maryland, hits 15-game win streak

Some will say it is the competition. Some will say it is the team. But regardless of what one may believe, the Bruins are winning – and they are setting and chasing program history.

Colombian college student Gabriela Alonso Jaramillo explains her country’s politics to the apolitical

In Colombia, Gabriela Alonso Jaramillo is an anomaly. In a country where polarization is rising and youth voter turnout is low, she says she’s the only one in her group of friends who cares about local and national politics. The 23-year-old public affairs and political science double major at the University of the Andes in...

Grammarly’s CEO defends putting AI editorial suggestions into the voices of real writers (while noting it didn’t work very well)

Sometimes you just get lucky with the editorial calendar. About a month ago, Superhuman CEO Shishir Mehrotra agreed to be a guest on Decoder, the podcast from The Verge hosted by editor-in-chief Nilay Patel. Superhuman is the company formerly known as Grammarly, which is now just one of its AI-focused productivity tools, and Mehrotra and...

Missing Bilodeau, Bruins exit NCAA tournament after 73-57 loss to UConn

This post was updated March 22 at 9:46 p.m. PHILADELPHIA – Injury reports were scoured. “Questionable” and “game-time decision” seemed to be the words of the day. While everyone wondered if either team’s star players would take the hardwood, the Huskies and Bruins waited to see who would take the game by the reins.

UCLA women’s water polo dominates Harvard 15-4 with strong defense

While most students have begun spring break and are relaxing after finals week, the Bruins have continued to compete in what may be the most important stretch of the year before the postseason.

Second take: ‘Sinners’ dominates Oscars 2026, signaling potential breakthrough for horror films

This post was updated March 22 at 8:19 p.m. The notoriety of “Sinners” at the 98th Academy Awards may signal a directional shift for the Oscars, finally giving the horror genre the hype it deserves.

Gallery: Chiles notches perfect 10, aids UCLA gymnastics in Big Ten championship win

Senior Jordan Chiles did it again – capturing another 10 and winning the Big Ten all-around in Champaign, Illinois. No. 4 UCLA gymnastics soared above the rest on Saturday, notching a 198.100 to win its second consecutive Big Ten Championship.

Blue blood battle to ensue in Round of 32 as men’s basketball faces UConn

This post was updated March 22 at 7:10 a.m. PHILADELPHIA — Familiar circumstance. The Bruins are in the Round of 32 for the second consecutive season, again playing against a No.

UCLA women’s basketball triumphs over California Baptist in NCAA first round

This post was updated March 21 at 10:01 March means a team that lost just one game through the regular season and conference tournament is now suddenly one loss away from the end of its season.

UC Regents hear public comment on international students, union negotiations

This post was updated March 24 at 9:07 a.m. UC community members called on the University to support basic needs initiatives, repatriate Indigenous cultural items and restore funding for certain academic support programs at the UC Board of Regents’ March meeting.

Jordan Chiles wins all-around, floor champion in UCLA Big Ten victory

This post was updated March 21 at 7:05 p.m. CHAMPAIGN – Jordan Chiles is the Big Ten all-around champion. But that was not all the senior accomplished Saturday, taking home the floor, beam and co-bars titles, as well as earning Big Ten Gymnast of the Year honors.

Scouting report: UCLA men’s basketball vs. UConn

The second round of the NCAA tournament is here, and the Bruins have the chance to advance to their first Sweet Sixteen in three years when No.

Inside CSUN’s Muslim student community during Ramadan

It’s a cold March Thursday evening, and Asiyah Ardekani has a computer science midterm. She’s been on campus since the morning and hasn’t had food or water since 5 a.m....

Associated Students host ‘Save the Bees’ awareness event

An Associated Students (AS) member, dressed in bee costume, greeted students at the check-in table, welcoming them to the annual “Save the Bees” event. As temperatures reached over 80 degrees,...

CSUN clubs rally behind Dolores Huerta, reevaluating Cesar Chavez Day

Dolores Huerta, 96, has dedicated most of her life to fighting for the rights of farmworkers and women. In her pursuit of justice for others, Huerta kept her own lived...

Strong hitting, tight defense help baseball earn run-rule win over Maryland

It’s not at all uncommon for the final three columns of a baseball scoreboard to have columns labeled R, H and E. Without knowing what the columns stand for, it can be hard to determine just what the method to the madness means.

UC basic needs programs might be in danger. What now?

SAN FRANCISCO – Nearly half of all UC undergraduates and one-third of graduate students are currently facing food insecurity, according to data presented at a UC Board of Regents meeting Wednesday.

UCLA softball to test win streak against Rutgers in first road conference series

Momentum is defined in physics as the product of mass and velocity. But for UCLA softball, it looks like a 19-game win streak. No. 7 UCLA softball (25-3, 6-0 Big Ten) will take on another Big Ten opponent in Rutgers (16-12, 3-3), at the Rutgers Softball Complex in Piscataway from March 21 to March 23.

Committee recommends removal of Chávez’s name from Chicana/o studies department

UCLA’s Honorific Naming Committee unanimously recommended the removal of Cesár E. Chávez’s name from the department of Chicana/o and Central American Studies on Friday, following a Wednesday New York Times investigation which revealed his alleged sex abuse. The committee – which received the request from the department Wednesday – sent its recommendation to Chancellor Julio Frenk and Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost Darnell Hunt, according to a Friday letter obtained by the Daily Bruin.

Regional National Labor Relations Board allows vote on non-tenure track faculty union

Elections to decide whether to form a union are scheduled for the week of April 13 or April 20.

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UCLA men’s basketball downs UCF in Round of 64 despite Bilodeau’s absence

This post was updated March 21 at 11:11 a.m. PHILADELPHIA – Tyler Bilodeau has drawn substantial attention. Will he start? Will he play? Is he at full strength?

United Auto Workers units finalize agreements with UC, avoid strike

Three United Auto Workers units ratified contracts with the UC on Friday, averting a strike after months of bargaining. The three units – UAW Local 4811’s academic student employees unit, Research and Public Service Professionals-UAW and Student Services and Advising Professionals-UAW – represent more than 40,000 UC academic and research employees, including teaching assistants.

Q&A: Joachim Trier reflects on politics, family and cinema after Oscars win

This post was updated March 20 at 9:50 p.m. “Sentimental Value” has found its place in the Oscars record books. The Norwegian psychological drama from director Joachim Trier earned the Academy Award for Best International Feature Film at Sunday’s 98th annual Oscars ceremony.

Gymnastics looks to carry home-crowd momentum into Big Ten championship

The lights have dimmed in Pauley Pavilion. But the Bruins will not leave their home crowd magic in Westwood. “We bring Pauley everywhere,” said senior Jordan Chiles.

UCPD investigates e-scooter stolen from Dodd Hall amid rise in thefts

UCPD is investigating an electric scooter theft that happened at Dodd Hall on Wednesday evening, according to a Friday Clery Timely Warning. Multiple e-scooters have been stolen across campus, with recent incidents occurring near Dodd Hall and Lu Valle Commons, according to the alert.

Attending UCLA’s School of Dentistry is going to get more expensive

SAN FRANCISCO – The UC Board of Regents approved a tuition increase for UCLA’s dentistry program at its Wednesday meeting. The academic and student affairs committee approved the tuition increase for the dentistry program – as well as for a nursing program at UC Irvine and pharmacy programs at UCI and UC San Francisco – at its bimonthly meeting, held Tuesday and Wednesday at UCSF.

UCLA men’s tennis looks to extend win streak in Wisconsin, Nebraska matchups

Rivalries bring intensity. But once the matchups are in the rearview, teams look to carry that energy forward. No. 24 UCLA men’s tennis (9-3, 3-0 Big Ten) will have the chance to do just that as it prepares to face Wisconsin (11-3, 2-2) on Friday and Nebraska (9-6, 1-3) on Sunday at the Los Angeles Tennis Center.

Scouting report: UCLA gymnastics vs. Michigan, Michigan State, Minnesota

No. 5 UCLA gymnastics (15-2, 9-0 Big Ten) will face all 12 conference squads at the Big Ten Championships on Saturday at the State Farm Center in Champaign, directly competing alongside No.

USC to remove or replace campus signs honoring Cesar Chavez

A New York Times investigation revealed allegations of sexual abuse made against the labor leader.

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What keeps journalists up at night? Funding, disinformation, and “unchecked” AI

The PR software company Muck Rack surveyed more than 1,000 journalists (worldwide, but mostly in North America) about their feelings on the industry. A bunch of the report is about journalists’ feelings on pitches and PR people, which isn’t surprising given Muck Rack’s model, but there are a few interesting charts here too. Here’s one...

UC investment officer discusses assets, what constitutes war-related investments

Pro-Palestine students and advocates have called on the UC to disclose and divest from companies allegedly associated with the Israeli military. But at a Tuesday UC Board of Regents meeting, the UC’s Chief Investment Officer said he believes it is difficult to consider what constitutes supporting war – whether directly or tangentially – when it comes to the University’s investments, especially with regard to U.S.

ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Grok are all bad at crediting news outlets, but ChatGPT is the worst (at least in this study)

Canadian researchers asked the paid and free or “economy” versions of four AI models — ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Grok — about Canadian news events to see whether they would credit individual news outlets in their answers. The answer will probably not surprise you: AI models rarely cite news sources unless they’re specifically asked to,...

UCLA’s Chicana/o studies department votes to remove César E. Chávez from its name

This post was updated March 19 at 10:45 a.m. UCLA’s Chicana/o studies department unanimously voted Wednesday afternoon to remove César E. Chávez from its name following sexual abuse allegations against the labor leader.

Scouting report: UCLA men’s basketball vs. UCF

The Bruins are back in March Madness for its second consecutive year and fifth time in the coach Mick Cronin era. No. 7 seed UCLA men’s basketball (23-11, 13-7 Big Ten) will face No.

EVP office hosts fair promoting wellness resources, student health organizations

The Basic Needs Farmers Market and Health Fair connected hundreds of students with underused wellness resources. The Undergraduate Students Association Council’s External Vice President, Sherry Zhou, hosted the fair in Wilson Plaza.

No. 7 seed UCLA men’s basketball gears up for Round of 64 against No. 10 seed UCF

Deja vu. It’s an unsettling feeling for most. But not for the Bruins. No. 7 seed UCLA men’s basketball (23-11, 13-7 Big Ten) will face No.

UC Regents committee recommends $351 million for UCLA student housing project

This post was updated March 19 at 1:15 p.m. The UC Board of Regents’s Finance and Capital Strategies Committee recommended a budget of $351 million to build new UCLA student housing on Levering Ave.

UC approves $298.2 million budget to convert LA building into UCLA Health complex

The UC Board of Regents approved a $298.2 million budget Wednesday to convert a Los Angeles building into a UCLA Health complex. The project will convert an office building in El Segundo into UCLA Health South Bay, which will house a Sports Medicine Institute and create community fill and specialty pharmacies.

Bruin baseball holds on, wins against the Waves 5-4 at Jackie Robinson Stadium

The song played in ballparks across the country may be failing to capture a key part of baseball. “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” ends with, “For it’s one, two, three strikes you’re out, / At the old ballgame.” But batters typically get more than a single plate appearance.

Upside Down builds community through pay-what-you-want coffee

Owned and operated by Jews for Jesus, Upside Down operates on a pay-what-you-want model and has become a popular study and community space for UCLA students.

“We’re not going to do a chatbot anytime soon”: Notes on RISJ’s AI and the Future of News symposium

On March 17, the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism (RISJ) gathered reporters, academics, and technologists at the University of Oxford for a one-day symposium on AI and the future of news. Conversations about AI and journalism have been roiled in recent weeks with controversies over AI-generated misquotes, Slack channel leaks, and J-school curriculum...

AI sources like ChatGPT account for less than 1% of publishers’ pageviews, Chartbeat says

People are happy to ask AI agents like ChatGPT and Claude questions. But when they get the answers, they’re rarely clicking through to any links the AI platforms provide, according to a new report from analytics platform Chartbeat. (I was curious so I looked at Nieman Lab’s Chartbeat data and found that over the last...

Students’ craft teaching fosters creative expression in ARTS 100

Art Education Practicum, cross-listed as ARTS 100 and EDU 143, is a class where students work in pairs to create an art project and lesson plan which they utilize to teach elementary and middle school students during the last six weeks of the class. The class is taught by Visiting Assistant Professor of Art and […]

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Dance Pro steps towards annual showcase

The 2026 Dance Pro showcase will features 15 dance performances in hip-hop, heels, tap, Tahitian and other styles. According to club co-president and choreographer Charlotte Angermeier (senior), around 250 students have prepared for the performances since early Fall 2025. The showcase will be performed three times in Thorne Hall from March 20 to 21. Dancers, choreographers […]

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Opinion: A hypochondriac’s guide to thinking less

As an award-winning overthinker, I understand the power of the mind. Pressure build-up, chest tightening and leg weakening are classic somatic expressions of our thoughts. In the middle of the semester, with major deadlines coming up, it is no surprise that our brains feel like they are overheating. Juggling schoolwork and non-academic expectations as a […]

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Hot Corner: Team USA wins big at Olympics, gets crushed in PR

For some sports fans, it’s often easy to forget the winter slate of Olympic competition exists. The summer games average over a billion more viewers than their counterpart due to a litany of reasons, the most prominent of which being the lack of accessibility provided by many winter sports. This entry barrier leads to a much smaller […]

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Athletes of the week Shelsta and Ames score unexpected awards

Ainsley Shelsta Ainsley Shelsta (senior) was awarded the SCIAC Ed Baldwin Award Feb. 25, ending her basketball career with an honor reflective of the sportsmanship she exhibited throughout the season. After tearing her ACL twice her junior and senior years, Shelsta said she wanted to come up with another way to support her teammates. “I tore my […]

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WAC and Detox heat up at Snowmelt tournament

Occidental’s men’s and women’s Ultimate Frisbee teams — respectively Detox and WAC — competed in the Snowmelt Tournament Feb. 28 to March 1 in Colorado Springs. Both teams faced new opponents and continued building momentum for the season. WAC WAC captain Ella Lietzau (junior), whose hometown is in Colorado, said the team’s performance at the […]

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Athletics department receives Opportunities and Impact Award

The NCAA and Minority Opportunities Athletic Association (MOAA) granted the Occidental College athletics department the 2026 Opportunities and Impact Award Feb. 26. Selected out of 422 Division III institutions, Occidental was honored for its commitment to fostering an “environment of belonging and well-being and [elevating] student-athlete voices,” according to the NCAA and MOAA award announcement. According to […]

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College drafts new social media policy, community responds

A new school-wide social media policy is in the draft process that primarily addresses the usage and management of university-affiliated social media accounts, Vice President of Marketing and Communications Perrine Mann said. “I think the goal [of the new social media policy] is to foster responsible use of social media that reflects Occidental’s mission and […]

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Occidental students observe Ramadan, strive for expanded engagement

Many students at Occidental are currently observing Ramadan, which began Feb. 17 and ends March 19. Ramadan is a holy month celebrated annually based on the Islamic Lunar calendar. During Ramadan, practitioners fast during daylight hours to practice piety, gratitude and empathy for the less fortunate. Individuals and student affinity groups affiliated with the Occidental Muslim community observe […]

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Opinion: Overcoming protest fatigue

The first protest I ever attended was an anti-Trump march in 2016 in Houston, Texas. What struck me most wasn’t the chants or the signs; it was the tension. Cars drove past honking — not in support, but in anger. Some people spit out their windows, yelling profanities as they drove away. At that moment, […]

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USAC recap – March 10

This article was updated March 19 at 11:09 p.m. The Undergraduate Students Association Council approved multiple constitution changes to appear on the May ballot at its March 10 meeting.

UCLA men’s volleyball makes 18-game winning streak following Lewis, Hawai‘i matches

Hoʻomau. The Hawaiian word refers to a steady, resilient effort in the face of adversity, used to describe maintaining or sustaining something valuable. And the Bruins revealed their hoʻomau this past weekend.

Gallery: Jordan Chiles clinches senior night win for UCLA gymnastics

Senior Jordan Chiles got her flowers Saturday in Pauley Pavilion after her final routine in No. 5 UCLA Gymnastics’ senior night win against No. 12 Utah, 197.850-197.400.

Track and field finishes indoor campaign with mixed results, standout performance

There can be flashes of sunlight even on cloudy days. For UCLA track and field, one performance outshone the rest – a new indoor best in the women’s 60-meter hurdles.

Four things about Yahoo News that may surprise you

Yahoo News has about 180 million unique visitors every month. That number is fueled by a number of habit-driven features that see users coming back day after day — to check their email, get financial info, hear the latest in sports (especially fantasy), and crush a new daily game. It’s consistently one of the most popular...

NOTUS plans to rebrand and build “the next great Washington newsroom”

Another billionaire-backed news organization has announced ambitions to expand into the void created by The Washington Post’s layoffs. NOTUS, a nonprofit newsroom backed by Politico founder Robert Allbritton that covers “government and politics with the fresh eyes of newcomers and the expertise of veterans,” is rebranding and doubling its staff, as first reported by Semafor’s...

Oscars 2026: ‘One Battle After Another’ wins 6 awards, Michael B. Jordan claims Best Actor

The Academy’s 98th award show featured steep competition and Hollywood glamour Sunday night. Hitting the ground running, host Conan O’Brien opened cinema’s biggest night at the Dolby Theatre with a thrilling montage and monologue highlighting this year’s nominees, including meme-ifiable Leonardo DiCaprio of “One Battle After Another” and the newly-instated category for Casting.

Daily Bruin Print Issue – March 17, 2026

The Daily Bruin publishes print issues every Monday, Wednesday and Friday during the school year. You can view the online version of The Bruin here.

UCLA men’s basketball March Madness predictions 2026

March is here. Start the Dancing. No. 7 seed UCLA men’s basketball (23-11, 13-7 Big Ten) will face No. 10 seed UCF (21-11, 9-9 Big 12) in the Round of 64 on Friday night at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

UCLA women’s basketball March Madness predictions 2026

UCLA women’s basketball (31-1, 18-0 Big Ten) returns for its second consecutive NCAA Tournament as a No. 1 seed Saturday when it plays No. 16 seed Cal Baptist at Pauley Pavilion.

Championed by Campion: After 2025’s semifinal washout, can UCLA women’s basketball win it all this year?

Breaking records became a habit for the Bruins last season. First 12-week streak atop the AP Poll by a Big Ten team. First No. 1 overall seed in the NCAA tournament in program history.

Dully’s Drop: UCLA men’s basketball’s lack of depth could be its downfall in March Madness

Five people play on the court. But it is the 10 others on the roster that turn a good team into a great one. From the sixth man to the No.

UCLA softball dominates Michigan State, Grant sets program record with 20th homer

Eclipsing a record is normally accomplished with a minuscule difference. But senior utility Megan Grant’s 20th home run across just 26 games bashed UCLA’s previous record set across 43.

Method to the Madness: How each UCLA basketball team can prevail in March

No. 1 seed UCLA women’s basketball and No. 7 seed UCLA men’s basketball are both returning to the “Big Dance” for the 2025-26 campaign – with the former holding a stake of the title odds and the latter looking to go past the Sweet Sixteen for the first time since the 2020-21 season.

UCLA baseball claims 3-game sweep over Michigan, Stump finally finds his footing

Landon Stump’s job was in jeopardy before Sunday. Coach John Savage said on Feb. 22 that he needed better Sunday starts and that a change in the rotation was on the table after the junior right-hander failed to get through the third inning.

Women’s basketball, softball foster connection over dual-sport athletes

This post was updated March 16 at 10:53 p.m. “We want Meg.” Less than three minutes remain in a home game at Pauley Pavilion. The Bruins are winning by a margin that requires a second look at the scoreboard.

Photo Gallery: Matador baseball swept by UC San Diego

CSUN baseball took on the UC San Diego Tritons between Mar. 13-15 and dropped all three games against their Big West opponent. UCSD outscored CSUN 35-24 during the series. The...

UCLA women’s water polo dominates 3 teams across weekend

Joey Niz went nearly six quarters without allowing a goal from the run of play for the Bruins this weekend. The junior goalkeeper assumed the starting role with usual starter junior Lauren Steele out for the weekend, leading the Bruins to three more wins.

Reluctantly learning from my boyfriend’s favorite news creator

“Ok I have a wild suggestion👀” was the text I got from my boyfriend on Feb. 22. Dylan wanted us to attend a “carnival” featuring the journalist/documentarian/news creator Andrew Callaghan in Medford the following Saturday. Dylan, one of Callaghan’s 3.46 million YouTube subscribers, learned about the tour from watching one of the 28-year-old Channel 5...

Charlisse Leger-Walker enters last NCAA tournament as a leader on, off the court

This post was updated March 16 at 10:43 p.m. A fast break to the basket in transition. A layup she had made thousands of times before.

UCLA beach volleyball sweeps 4 teams at East Meets West Invitational

Consistency can be the difference between contenders and champions. And this weekend, the Bruins etched theirs in the sand. No. 1 UCLA (15-2) swept every opponent at the East Meets West Invitational, defeating No.

UCLA women’s basketball earns 2nd consecutive No. 1 seed in NCAA tournament

This post was updated March 16 at 10:35 p.m. There was little doubt what the Bruins would hear on Selection Sunday. UCLA has dropped just one game all season and finished conference play undefeated, winning the Big Ten tournament by a record-breaking 51 points.

‘A family playing basketball’: Inside UCLA men’s basketball’s 1995 championship

This post was updated on March 16 at 11:21 p.m. UCLA men’s basketball is officially Dancing. And now, coach Mick Cronin’s squad has an opportunity to end the Bruins’ 31-year national title drought.

Trent Perry pushes through adversity, takes advantage of opportunities to shine

This post was updated March 16 at 10:48 p.m. You find a way. Or you find an excuse. In today’s college basketball landscape, many choose the latter.

UCLA Health is leading the effort to treat and destigmatize addiction

Dr. Julio Meza lost two family members to addiction-related illnesses when he was a child. Now, as a UCLA Health physician, he leads a program providing doctors with addiction-specific training.

No. 1 UCLA men’s volleyball defeats No. 5 USC in ‘Live Like Braun’ tribute match

The Bruins defeated the Trojans in four sets during the ‘Live Like Braun’ tribute match on Friday, May 6, 2026, in Pauley Pavillion. Read more about the match on dailybruin.com.

Women’s basketball earns No. 9 seed in NCAA Tournament

The men’s team did not receive a bid for the third straight year.

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Men’s basketball receives No. 7 seed for March Madness, round 1 match against UCF

This post was updated March 16 at 10:39 p.m. They are dancing. Back-to-back seasons. The same seed. With the same goal in mind. “Next week is what it’s about for us,” said coach Mick Cronin after UCLA fell to No.

‘Just trying to advance your work’: Mark Tramo’s connection to Jeffrey Epstein

A UCLA professor sought donations from and spoke about his scientific research with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein after the financier’s initial 2008 conviction, according to U.S.

Bruin men’s tennis bests rival Trojans 4-1 in rematch, hours-long affair

Spencer Johnson held the ball in his hand, the power of victory resting within his fingers. The No. 57 junior bounced the ball once. Twice. Finally, he raised his racket to hit the potentially match-clinching serve.

UCLA women’s basketball 2026 WNBA draft predictions

This post was updated March 15 at 9:25 p.m. No. 1 seed UCLA women’s basketball (31-1, 18-0 Big Ten) enters March Madness with a star-studded roster.

Women’s water polo turns the tide for a win

In what started as a close Big West matchup between CSUN and UC Santa Barbara, the Matadors took control of the game in the fourth quarter and added a 12-6...

PLAYOFFS: Matadors’ season comes to an end in loss to Anteaters

CSUN took on the UC Irvine Anteaters on Friday night in the semifinals of the 2026 Credit Union 1 Big West Men’s Basketball Championship. In a highly anticipated rematch at...

Westwood Village hosts first Lunar New Year event, highlights businesses

Hundreds of Westwood residents celebrated Lunar New Year with an afternoon of cultural activities in Broxton Plaza on Feb. 21. The Westwood Village Improvement Association hosted the inaugural celebration from noon to 5 p.m.

Jordan Chiles spearheads Bruin victory with final tumbling pass in Pauley Pavilion

This post was updated March 14 at 11:24 p.m. Jordan Chiles’ floor routines have lit up Pauley Pavilion since she joined the squad in 2022. But all good things must come to an end.

Kiran Desai expands on new book’s theme of loneliness at Hammer Museum talk

Kiran Desai explored loneliness and connection across space and time at the Hammer Museum on Thursday. Desai – the Booker Prize and National Book Critics Circle Award-winning author of “Hullabaloo in the Guava Orchard” and “The Inheritance of Loss” – spoke with UCLA professor Mona Simpson in this year’s final iteration of Simpson’s “Some Favorite Writers” series.

RIO KOSTA mesmerizes with disco-funk sound at Roxy Theatre

Los Angeles natives Mike Del Rio and Kosta Galanopoulos received a warm welcome during their show.

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Without Bilodeau and Dent, UCLA men’s basketball loses 73-66 to Purdue

This post was updated March 14 at 4:11 p.m. CHICAGO – Mick Cronin seemed to jinx himself before tip-off even commenced. “If I didn’t have bad luck, I’d have no luck at all since I’ve been at UCLA with injuries,” the UCLA men’s basketball coach said after his squad upset No.

Opinión: La chispa que encendieron otras mujeres

Marzo me invita a reflexionar sobre lo que significa ser mujer. Como mujer oaxaqueña, inmigrante, primera generación y madre, he aprendido que mi historia no se construye sola. Se construye...

Editorial Cartoon: “D1 Hater”

Gallery: UCLA narrowly upsets Michigan State 88-84 despite Tyler Bilodeau injury

After getting blown out by 23 points Feb. 17 in East Lansing, No. 6 seed UCLA basketball (23-10, 13-7 Big Ten) advanced to the semifinal round of the Big Ten tournament, upsetting No.

Review: Onew’s ‘TOUGH LOVE’ — gentle, but unfiltered

Released March 9, “TOUGH LOVE” marks Onew’s fifth mini album and the latest step in a solo journey, which he began in 2018. The project arrives eight months after his...

Graduation costs climb as CSUN unveils new regalia

As CSUN seniors prepare to walk across the stage this spring, regalia alone could cost anywhere from $217 to more than $900, depending on their degree and whether they rent...

Gubernatorial candidate accuses USC of deliberately excluding candidates of color in upcoming debate

The criteria to be invited to the debate was based on polling percentages and campaign fundraising.

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Where tea meets creativity: Tea Haven workshop encourages mindfulness through art and music

The Marilyn Magaram Center (MMC) SMART Garden was lively on Tuesday afternoon as students gathered for a midday pause, participating in activities that support mental health and overall wellness. Tea...

UCLA Faculty Association, science advocates host Stand Up for Science protest

Science advocates and UCLA Faculty Association members called on Californians to support a bill that would put scientific research funding on the 2026 ballot at a Saturday protest in Westwood.

UC reaches tentative agreements with 3 United Auto Workers units

The UC reached tentative agreements with three United Auto Workers units that had threatened to strike, the units announced Friday. The tentative agreement, if approved, will become the first contracts for Student Services and Advising Professionals-UAW and Research and Public Service Professionals-UAW, which were officially recognized by the University in April and September, respectively.

UCLA swim and dive sends 2 divers to NCAA Championships

The Grand Canyon State is notorious for weather that often peaks in the 100s, meaning diving in the water is often associated with relaxation. But the Bruins did anything but relax.

Down Bilodeau, UCLA men’s basketball upsets Michigan State in Big Ten quarterfinal

This post was updated March 13 at 9:54 p.m. CHICAGO – Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it. Author Charles Swindoll coined it.

How to fire a UCLA professor: Inside the procedures behind faculty dismissal

This post was updated March 14 at 11:56 a.m. Controversial professors often face calls for their removal. More than 20,000 people signed a petition calling for the firing of Gordon Klein, a continuing lecturer at the UCLA Anderson School of Management, after he denied accommodations to Black students after the murder of George Floyd.

UCLA gymnastics readies for rivalry meet against Utah, end of regular season

When an unstoppable force meets an immovable object, sparks are bound to fly. Both undefeated since early January and with a matchup steeped in history, the Bruins and Red Rocks are poised for a showdown to cap off the 2026 regular season.

Bella Pita officially closes doors after gradual decline in foot traffic, orders

Bella Pita – a Mediterranean sandwich restaurant run by a retired UCLA adjunct professor – closed in Westwood on March 4. Bella Pita, which opened on Gayley Avenue in 2007, was founded and run by Medy Sanadidi – a retired UCLA adjunct professor – with the help of his son.

Jordan Chiles, Ciena Alipio, gymnastics seniors reflect on UCLA careers

The time has come to say goodbye. Seniors Jordan Chiles, Ciena Alipio and Madisyn Anyimi, along with graduate student Carissa Clay, are set for their final meet at Pauley Pavilion.

Gallery: 2026 Dance Marathon raises HIV/AIDS awareness through performance-filled night

The Pediatric AIDS Coalition held its annual Dance Marathon from 2 p.m. to midnight Saturday to support pediatric AIDS research and treatment. The coalition has raised over $6 million since the fundraiser’s debut in 2002.

Gallery: Thousands of runners, spectators flood LA streets for 2026 marathon

Tens of thousands flooded the closed streets of Los Angeles for the marathon Sunday, including thousands of supporters and volunteers. The Los Angeles Marathon, coined the Stadium to the Stars, drew in runners from 63 countries and all 50 states.

Therapy dogs help Matadors ‘paws’ for mental health

The usual mid-week bustle of CSUN’s Plaza del Sol in the University Student Union (USU) was replaced by the calming presence of therapy dogs as the Blues Project kicked off...

Preview: Big Comedy featuring Trevor Wallace

Students looking for a night of laughter can enjoy a live performance by comedian Trevor Wallace at Big Comedy on March 25, held at CSUN’s Plaza del Sol Performance Hall...

Photo Gallery: Lowriders cruise with cultural pride and women’s empowerment

Lowriders cruised up and down Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena in tricked-out, vibrant cars for a show of Chicano culture and a celebration of last Sunday’s International Women’s Day. The award-winning,...

PLAYOFFS: Matadors advance to Big West semifinals in gritty win over Tritons

CSUN came into Thursday night’s quarterfinal matchup of the 2026 Credit Union 1 Big West Men’s Basketball Championship with a disadvantage, having lost three of their final four games to...

Navigating the commute and the cuts: AS pursues U-Pass changes and budget cuts

Students who purchased the CSUN Metro U-Pass this semester may have noticed a higher discount than in previous years, as the price dropped from $95 to $60. This was accomplished...

Eric Dailey Jr. talks the talk, walks the walk as men’s basketball’s vocal leader

Eric Dailey Jr. scored zero points in UCLA’s 82-80 victory against Washington on Dec. 3. He simmered on the plane ride from Seattle back to Los Angeles.

Art History Undergraduate Student Association blends learning, community-building

UCLA’s Art History Undergraduate Student Association is painting a colorful community for art history lovers. AHUSA is a student-led club dedicated to exploring art history through discussion, faculty speakers and gallery visits.

‘ICE Out: Arte en Resistencia’ exhibit demonstrates power of speech in art

Some exhibits aren’t made for looking at, but rather for looking back. On Tuesday, the UCLA Chicano Studies Research Center Library transformed into a gallery. The Center for the Study of International Migration and the Chicano Studies Research Center Library filled the space with murals, paintings, photography, music and a community that showed up to heal.

Five Things: With a well-bonded team and bolstered staff, UCLA works toward a MCWS appearance

Ahead of No. 1 UCLA baseball’s (14-2, 3-0 Big Ten) weekend series with Michigan (9-6) at Jackie Robinson Stadium, assistant Sports editor Gabriela Garcia shares five thoughts on the Bruins’ first 16 games of the 2026 campaign, as the squad rides an eight-game win streak and its best start since 2010.

UCLA takes first-ever Big Ten tournament victory with Donovan Dent’s triple-double

This post was updated March 12 at 10:59 p.m. CHICAGO – The alarm clock rang. It was only 6 p.m. on the West Coast when tip-off commenced, but the Bruins still seemed deep in their slumber.

Scouting Report: UCLA gymnastics vs. Utah

No. 5 UCLA gymnastics (14-2, 9-0 Big Ten) will close out its regular season against rival No. 12 Utah (13-3, 6-0 Big 12) at Pauley Pavilion on Saturday.

UC UAW units may strike ‘as soon as next week’ if University doesn’t meet demands

Union members representing UC academic and research employees said at a demonstration Thursday that they plan to strike as soon as next week if the University does not meet their contract demands.

Editorial Cartoon: “Laundry Royale”

The future of USC women’s flag football

Hosts Emma Holloway and Marcus Partida sit down with co-founders of USC women’s flag football Alia Pasternak and Maliya Patel to discuss the sport’s growing popularity, how they aim to inspire the next generation of female football players and the future of flag football at USC.

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Opinion: Belonging in America has never been about birthplace

“This is not the America I knew.” These were the words my mother said as we discussed the fatal shooting of Renee Good by a United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent.

UCLA men’s basketball Big Ten tournament predictions

March is here. But before any team goes dancing, it must face familiar foes. No. 6 seed UCLA men’s basketball (21-10, 13-7 Big Ten) will begin its Big Ten tournament slate with a third-round matchup against No.

‘Keep executing’: UCLA men’s basketball to face Rutgers at Big Ten tournament

Player development. Coach Mick Cronin lives by it. The Bruins have shown flashes of it. And No. 6 seed UCLA men’s basketball (21-10, 13-7 Big Ten) will get the chance to show it when it faces No.

UCLA softball tramples LMU with home run barrage

Three is a magic number. Three Bruins homered back-to-back-to-back at Easton Stadium in an effort that resulted in No. 7 UCLA softball (22-3, 3-0 Big Ten) besting Loyola Marymount (18-8) 9-1 in a contest that lasted just five innings.

Gallery: Women’s basketball rolls past Iowa to claim 2nd straight Big Ten tournament title

Back-to-back champions. Cheers echoed and confetti showered down in Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on Sunday afternoon. No. 1 seed UCLA women’s basketball (31-1, 18-0 Big Ten) defeated No.

UCLA women’s golf places 7th at televised GameAbove Invitational

The Bruins’ worst result of the year took place in front of the cameras. No. 14 UCLA women’s golf placed seventh with a 19-over 883 at the inaugural GameAbove Invitational in Rolling Hills Estates, California.

Journalist Julia Angwin files class action lawsuit over Grammarly’s AI “sloppelgangers”

Grammarly will face a class action lawsuit over its “Expert Review” feature that dispensed writing advice using the names of prominent journalists, academics, and authors, Wired reported on Wednesday. Technology journalist Julia Angwin is the only named plaintiff on the original filing. Angwin’s lawyer, Peter Romer-Friedman, said on Thursday morning that he’s since heard from “40...

When left-leaning journalists produce right-leaning stories

Members of the public consistently name bias as one of their top concerns about the media. The accusation that journalists tend to be left-leaning goes back half a century at least. And in many countries, including the U.S., that perception about political orientation is grounded in fact. But to think that that confirms the bias...

UCLA men’s tennis to host USC in rivalry rematch after narrow loss

This post was updated March 12 at 5:15 p.m. Losing is never easy. Losing to your biggest rival hurts even more. But that was the reality the last time the Bruins faced the Trojans – suffering a narrow defeat at David X.

Daily Bruin Print Issue – March 12, 2026

The Daily Bruin publishes print issues every Monday, Wednesday and Friday during the school year. You can view the online version of The Bruin here. 

Undefeated at 16 matches, UCLA men’s volleyball heads into 3-game weekend series

17-0. A start never accomplished in program history. And now, it’s right on the horizon. No. 1 UCLA men’s volleyball (16-0, 5-0 MPSF) will have the chance to make history once the squad begins a three-match series at the Outrigger Invitational.

Low-seeded UCLA track and field heads into final indoor meet of the season

To be the best, you need to beat the best. And after competing at nine indoor meets to start the 2026 campaign, UCLA track and field will send just a select few qualifying athletes to compete at the NCAA Indoor championships slated for March 13 and March 14 in Fayetteville, Arkansas, before moving to the outdoor half of the season.

Dizon’s Disposition: Mick Cronin is famous for his tantrums. Are they actually helping?

Are you sure we’re going the right way? Haven’t we seen that tree before? I told you we should have brought the map! Perhaps the biggest mistake you can make after getting lost is refusing to admit it.

Scouting report: UCLA men’s volleyball vs. Hawai‘i

No. 1 UCLA men’s volleyball (16-0, 5-0 MPSF) will travel to Manoa, Hawaii, to compete at the Outrigger Invitational in a three-game gauntlet that runs from Thursday to Saturday at SimpliFi Arena.

TAs voice concerns over discussion enrollment increases for clusters

This post was updated March 11 at 10:02 p.m. Teaching assistants in the UCLA Cluster Program said discussion section size increases stemming from budgetary issues have left them stretched thin.

In Plain Sight: UCLA CAPS staff connects students to mental health services

This post was updated March 12 at 1:32 p.m. Danny Martinez worked administrative roles at California State University, Long Beach and California State Polytechnic University, Pomona for several years.

No. 1 UCLA baseball defeats UC Irvine in 7 innings with 11-1 run-rule victory

This post was updated March 11 at 11:22 p.m. Baseball games are typically nine innings long. But Tuesday’s boxscore will tell you the Bruins and Anteaters only played seven.

Music Video Roundup: Genre-spanning artists, intricate music videos steal the winter season spotlight

Despite transitioning to a new season, winter will be frozen in time through these music videos. Winter became the season for anticipated releases, and, accompanying these projects were creative music visuals.

Film review: ‘Bride!’ re-electrifies Frankenstein but falls short of feminism

In “The Bride!” Maggie Gyllenhaal fails to breathe new life into a classic source material. Landing in theaters March 6, actress and filmmaker Maggie Gyllenhaal’s sophomore directorial project trips and stumbles through grimy alleyways and ritzy clubs before finishing with an electrifying kaput.

UCLA women’s water polo readies for ranked opponents, stacked weekend slate

For many UCLA students, week 10 signifies finals week is on the horizon, and academic pressure starts to bubble up. For the Bruins, week 10 means less practice and more play, with a stacked weekend slate.

Op-Ed: UC workers deserve fair treatment after years doing more with less

This post was updated March 11 at 8:36 p.m. These are scary and tenuous times for many of us at the University. We’ve witnessed the federal government’s attacks on higher education and seen funding be curtailed and held back not only for research, but also the programs that support the needs of our diverse student population.

UCLA beach volleyball heads to Manhattan Beach for East Meets West Invitational

It takes time for teams to find their rhythm. But for the Bruins, it is second nature. No. 1 UCLA beach volleyball (11-2) will glide 18 miles along the California coast to Manhattan Beach, California, in the East Meets West Invitational on Friday and Saturday.

An intimate moment on the dancefloor: Sidney Charles presents ‘On My Mind’

Hambourg-born DJ and producer Sidney Charles released his latest EP “On My Mind” with Dutch native DJ Chris Stussy’s record label Up the Stuss. Charles presents five tracks of melodic,...

La Raza Alumni Association aims to provide ‘familia’

Established in 1992, La Raza Alumni Association (LRAA) is the oldest Latino-serving alumni group at CSUN. According to the CSUN Alumni Association website, they sponsor cultural events, “platicas” or talks...

With Newpress, Iz and Johnny Harris incubate video journalism for the creator era

In 2020, after five years at Vox, journalist Johnny Harris left to start his own YouTube channel. Today, the channel he built with his wife Iz, featuring “videos that help you better understand the world,” has more than 7.5 million subscribers. Now the Harrises are using what they’ve learned to build a business that helps...

A new report looks at 559 funding proposals to determine local journalism’s biggest problems

Journalism-funding-world spicy isn’t the same as, uh, regular-world spicy. But for the journalism-funding world, ProPublica founder Dick Tofel’s recent interview with Elizabeth Hansen Shapiro about her new report, “Rebuilding local journalism at scale: A field-level analysis of infrastructure needs,” contained some 🔥. (Too many journalism nonprofits! Too many intermediaries! Nonprofit bloat! Funders don’t understand what...

‘CSUN Book Arts Festival’ builds bridges between bookmakers

Held for the first time, the “CSUN Book Arts Festival” aimed to be a resource for people who want to have their work published or are simply interested in how...

REVIEW: ‘Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally’ is a love letter to fans

Harry Styles returned after a four year break with his fourth studio album, “Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally,” a 12-track ‘80s-inspired journey. Unlike his previous albums, this album –...

Faculty Senate fail in vote to oust Provost Meera Komarraju

The Faculty Senate of CSUN (FS) failed to pass a resolution that would have called for the resignation or removal of Provost Meera Komarraju on Feb. 21 in a 29-32...

USG’s senate met — it took seven minutes

Vice president Emma Fallon said unnecessary bills aren’t created to be “performative.”

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Classifieds – March 11, 2026

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Baseball reaches best start in program history at 16-0

USC swept Illinois over the weekend and improved to 16-0 after Tuesday’s game.

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A respiratory virus is spiking across Northern California. And it’s not the flu.

Student Health said that the virus has some symptoms similar to the common cold.

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Men’s basketball headed for life-or-death B1G Tournament

USC will likely need to win several games for a chance at the NCAA Tournament.

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Women’s tennis bounces back with B1G victories

USC opened a positive Big Ten account with wins over Minnesota and Wisconsin.

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Moray turns vulnerability into a pop persona

The artist recently released “I’m So Addicted to Male Validation,” his latest single.

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Podcasts are the new open mic

Comedians have an exciting outlet and opportunity to create their own platform.

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University Religious Center lacks accessibility

The building remains out of reach for students that face mobility difficulties.

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You are enough for yourself

In a world built around couples, finding comfort in your own company can feel like an act of independence.

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Embrace the time you have left with your college friends

College is full of bittersweet moments but that won’t stop me from living in the moment.

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Daily Trojan A&E staff picks Academy Awards

“Sinners” and “One Battle After Another” are expected to fight it out at the Oscars.

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Running royalty: Taylor Snaer continues her family’s tradition of track excellence

This post was updated March 12 at 12:11 a.m. A family walk is often a time for parents and kids to bond while strolling through a familiar neighborhood.

Bruins earn 1st conference victory with Bianca Fernandez’s clinching singles win

After a fall from being a lineup cornerstone, recapturing one’s old glory can be a fruitless endeavor. The very opposite has been true for Bianca Fernandez in 2026.

USAC recap – March 3

The Undergraduate Students Association Council approved a resolution calling on UCLA to protect free speech at its March 3 meeting. USAC is the official student government representing the undergraduate student body at UCLA.

CSUN Baseball dominates in a major win against Pepperdine

After Pepperdine struck first, CSUN picked up momentum and brought the energy in a 12-1 win on Monday night, putting them on a two-game winning streak. The big victory brought...

CSUN theatre department takes on Shakespeare with ‘Twelfth Night’

Full of sadness, comedy and romance, the CSUN Department of Theatre introduced their first production of the semester with “Twelfth Night.” “Twelfth Night” is set in 1940, with a film...

CRIME REPORT: Suspect arrested after assault at Arbor Grill

Below are the crime logs provided by the CSUN Department of Police Services for the week of March 1 to March 7.   Sunday, March 1 These crime logs were...

Bruins aim to preserve perfect home record in upcoming LMU, Michigan State matchups

Fifteen games without a loss, an undefeated home record and a sweep to begin conference play have defined the Bruins’ 2026 campaign thus far. But the season is now approaching its halfway point.

ECE parents say UCLA isn’t updating them on ex-teacher convicted of sexual abuse

This post was updated March 11 at 9:45 p.m. When a UCLA Early Care and Education teacher was arrested for child sexual abuse in 2024, the families of his former students expected the university to keep them informed about the case.

Bike lane project aims to prevent accidents, make roads safer for cyclists

This post was updated March 11 at 10:24 p.m. The North Westwood Neighborhood Council approved an updated design for a bike lane project intended to reduce cycling accidents for cyclists in West Los Angeles, including in Westwood and Santa Monica.

Crimewatch: February 2026

Sources: UCPD. Graphic reporting by Maggie Konecky, Assistant News Editor. Interactive by Ayushi Kadakia, Data Editor. UCPD recorded 594 unique entries in its Feb. 1 to Feb.

Oscars 2026: Daily Bruin writers predict 98th Academy Awards winners

The 2026 Academy Awards are set to stun viewers with an impressively varied array of nominees. Returning to the Dolby Theatre on March 15, the Academy will host yet another evening dedicated to celebrating cinema’s most acclaimed projects of the past year.

Editorial Cartoon: “Week 10… Midterms?”

Jumpers excel in track and field outdoor season opener

This post was updated March 11 at 12:06 p.m. Michael Edwards, nicknamed “Eddie the Eagle,” was the first British Olympic athlete to compete in ski jumping, taking flight at the 1988 Calgary Olympics.

Opinion: Non-traditional lectures provide better learning experience for students

I am used to feeling like an audience member in my professor’s lectures. Their passion for their research usually plays like a live YouTube video essay.

The creator of Wordle is back with a new game about cryptic crosswords

The quickest way to feel dumb, in my experience, is to attempt a cryptic crossword. As Simon Parkin explains in the New Yorker: American, or “concise,” crosswords are typically exercises in trivia more so than wit. A conventional clue might read: “Got up.” If the solution line has four letters, two answers might fit —...

UCLA men’s tennis emphasizes team chemistry in road wins against Indiana, Purdue

Even the deepest winter eventually yields to the first sign of spring. And after a cold start to the season, the Bruins are in full bloom as the conference calendar turns.

A CSUN staple at risk: Pizzasaurus Rex struggles to stay open

After nearly 39 years in business, a beloved family-owned pizzeria minutes away from CSUN is on the brink of closing. Today, owner Emad Hossini faces $150,000 of debt due to...

Apollo Night: A celebration of Black culture, talent and joy

Apollo Night, the yearly talent show hosted in celebration of Black History Month, took place Feb. 27 at Thorne Hall. Organized by the Black Student Alliance, Apollo Night showcases students looking to make an impact through their performances. Zuriyah Smith (senior) was an emcee at this year’s Apollo Night along with Rose Ngalamulume (sophomore). Smith […]

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As AI data centers scale, investigating their impact becomes its own beat

Data centers have long underpinned the internet as we know it, but the generative AI boom has ushered in a new era of rapid, largely unchecked development. Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and Meta alone are expected to spend over $700 billion on capital expenses in 2026, an increase of 60% from 2025. Much of that money...

CSUN’s basketball programs eye Big West tournament with March Madness hope

Both the men’s and women’s basketball teams have clinched their spot in the 2026 Credit Union 1 Big West Basketball Championship. They stride into their respective Big West Basketball Tournaments...

America touched the hornet’s nest in Iran

Mojtaba Khamenei’s ascension and the Trump administration’s shifting war justifications expose a familiar American delusion.

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Pop music seniors close Thornton journey at showcase

The cohort collaborated on original songs at the El Rey on Sunday.

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Men’s tennis sweeps Purdue, narrowly defeats Indiana

The Trojans dominated their Big Ten foes in the conference’s opening weekend.

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USC announces new pricing, course changes for Summer 2026 session

Administrators said the updates will expand access to high-demand classes and make summer enrollment more affordable.

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Rowing opens season with win over UCLA

USC bested the crosstown rival Bruins for the sixth time in a row.

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spill tab is an ‘Athlete’ on tour

Despite having laryngitis, the singer-songwriter and producer rocked the Lodge Room on Saturday.

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Who says you can’t be whimsical?

White men illustrate an innate freedom that women should embrace too.

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‘Finally, someone is stepping up’: USC community reacts to Iran strikes

Iranian Americans and Middle East scholars discussed the consequences of the United States-Israeli attacks on Iran.

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‘Just Friends’ is just… fine

Haley Pham’s first novel can’t quite get out of its own way.

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My complicated relationship with rap and hip-hop

As I put certain mainstream male rap artists to rest, I find female artists to support.

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USAC recap – Feb. 24

The Undergraduate Students Association Council approved three referendums to appear on its May ballot at its Feb. 24 meeting. USAC is the official student government representing the undergraduate student body at UCLA.

Word from Walters: UCLA softball remains winningest program through homegrown approach

This post was updated March 9 at 11:11 p.m. The NIL era has elicited an immense amount of turnover through the transfer portal. And UCLA softball lost two ostensibly pivotal pieces in former Bruin pitchers Kaitlyn Terry and Addisen Fisher ahead of its 2026 campaign.

Baller Biography: Through tenacity, strategy Ryan ‘Moose’ Bailey turns Brentwood basketball around

Inside a warm gym in Thousand Oaks, California, 11-year-old Ryan “Moose” Bailey was all ears. The most decorated coach in college basketball history – the man whose quotes adorned the walls of Bailey’s home – sat at the center of the court, drawing up a game plan on how to wear a sock.

UCLA baseball sweeps Ohio State in conference-opening series

Runners explode out of the starting blocks before fighting through the final stretch. And the Bruins opened their weekend series with overwhelming speed before grinding their way across the finish line.

Remembering Aimée Dorr, former dean of UCLA Ed&IS, UC provost

Aimée Dorr, the former UC provost and dean of the UCLA Graduate School of Education and Information Studies, died Jan. 25. She was 83. Dorr joined the UCLA faculty in 1981 as a professor in the education department who researched the impacts of electronic media on children.

Student Wellness Commission hosts cultural showcase ‘Joy as Resistance’

Students gathered on Feb. 27 to watch campus cultural groups perform at an event hosted by the Undergraduate Students Association Council’s Student Wellness Commission. Student Wellness Commissioner Hannah Yip hosted “Joy as Resistance” – a cultural showcase highlighting music and dance from cultural student organizations – in Carnesale Commons from 5 to 7 p.m.

Pediatric AIDS Coalition 2026 Dance Marathon raises $53K for AIDS, HIV awareness

Slow claps echoed throughout the Ackerman Grand Ballroom minutes before midnight as Dance Marathon attendees chanted the lyrics to “Steal My Girl” by One Direction. The Pediatric AIDS Coalition at UCLA concluded the 10-hour event at 12:18 a.m.

UCLA softball completes sweep of Wisconsin in 15th-straight victory

Catchers are often unsung heroes, while pitchers tend to wear the cape. But Sunday featured prolific performances from both positions. No. 7 UCLA softball (21-3, 3-0 Big Ten) defeated Wisconsin (14-10, 0-3) 16-9 Sunday at Easton Stadium to complete the opening-series sweep in its conference slate.

Bruin men’s basketball bests rival Trojans 89-68 at the Galen Center

The victory bell didn’t ring for long. UCLA men’s basketball (21-10 13-7 Big Ten) defeated USC (18-13 7-13) 89-68 at the Galen Center in the final regular-season game for both teams.

Editorial Cartoon: “Patchwork project”

‘Negotiate Like a Pro’ empowers student athletes beyond graduation

The Women’s Research and Resource Center (WRCC) hosted the second event in their series “The Next Season,” where they prepare athletes for their professional lives after collegiate sports. “Negotiate Like...

Sidequest: Jimmy Kimmel Live!

On this episode of “Sidequest,” listen to podcast hosts Hela Khalil and Tilly Jones talk about their experience attending a “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” taping.

Hela Khalil: Welcome to Sidequest, a miniseries by Daily Bruin Podcasts where we send Podcast contributors on adventures that are unique to Los Angeles.

2026 Dance Marathon keeps morale up with an evening of live music, games

The Pediatric AIDS Coalition at UCLA kept energy high with live music and collaborative games. Entering into the sixth hour of the 10-hour 2026 Dance Marathon, PAC hyped the crowd with a morale dance to Sia’s “Cheap Thrills” before introducing the Sunset Wrecks.

Men’s basketball falls short in regular season finale

After what appeared to be a game that would come down to the wire, the CSUN Matadors fell short 90-77 in their season finale against the Cal State Fullerton Titans...

A lot of journalism folks are offering editing advice as Grammarly’s AI “experts”

Pretty soon, I won’t have to edit Nieman Lab stories anymore. Instead, I’ll have AI edit them as me. And if I get tired of “myself,” I can move on to get edits from other people who write about journalism. At least, that’s the idea behind “Expert Review,” a feature from AI editing software Grammarly...

High textbook costs continue to impact CSUN students

On top of the already high price of education, students at CSUN may find themselves struggling with textbook costs as well. Although purchasing textbooks and materials is expected when attending...

CSUN softball sweeps double-header home opener against UC Riverside

CSUN softball began Big West play, defeating UC Riverside in an energized doubleheader home opener on Friday and Saturday afternoon at the Matador Diamond. The Matadors won the first game...

Iran’s divided media landscape makes getting information during wartime even harder

From brutal crackdowns on nationwide protests in January, to Israel and the United States’ recent strikes, Iran has been in the international spotlight for weeks. Reporting on Iran is challenging, both from inside the country and from outside. During periods of unrest and political turmoil, it becomes even harder and more restrictive. Iran’s media landscape...

Classifieds – March 9, 2026

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Robots will only take your job if you let them

AI corporations want people to be hopeless about future careers, let's dream anyway.

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Men’s volleyball drops second straight match to Bruins

No. 5 USC fell to crosstown rival No. 1 UCLA in four sets to drop to 8-3 on the season.

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Culture is caught in the crossfire of war

As violence threatens our histories, we must fight so our heritage can survive.

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Game Day at USC showcases storytelling, representation at the Olympics

The panel was the fourth in The Games Week series and focused on the media.

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Harry Styles’ new album is always confusing, fun occasionally

The pop star’s latest record tries something new to varying degrees of success.

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UCLA puts another Dent in men’s basketball’s season

USC took its seventh loss in as many games to cap off a turbulent regular season.

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Artists embrace imperfection at experimental music show

Several students and alumni showcased their electronic and visual expertise Friday.

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Students pitch solutions for LA28 challenges

The event allowed student groups to engineer ideas for sustainability and efficiency.

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Daily Bruin Print Issue – March 9, 2026

The Daily Bruin publishes print issues every Monday, Wednesday and Friday during the school year. You can view the online version of The Bruin here. 

Bruins defeat USC in four sets during ‘Live Like Braun’ tribute match

Live Like Braun. Players and coaches on both sides of the net donned shirts with this phrase to honor the late Braun Levi, a star tennis player and manager of the boys’ volleyball team at Loyola High School, who was killed after being struck by an alleged drunk driver on May 4, 2025.

Bruins crumble to Cardinal in final quarter with strength, opportunity to learn

The first time these two teams met, the Bruins’ start did them in, putting them down 6-3 going into the second half. This time, the Bruins fell behind the Cardinal in the final quarter.

Opinion: Student optimism, hope for the future can spark, fuel social change

On Dec. 5, 1955, 90% of Black people in Montgomery, Alabama, decided not to take the bus. They did it because they believed things could change.

UCLA beach volleyball defeats top-ranked Stanford in MPSF Midseason Rumble sweep

The memory of UCLA’s early-season stumble against Stanford lingered into its opening weekend in Hawaii. But just over two weeks later, the Bruins erased it. No.

LA Opera’s ‘Akhnaten’ slowly submerges viewers in sound, detailed visuals

As an audience member accurately put it, “Akhnaten” is quite a trip. Curtains rose on the LA Opera’s newest masterpiece at Dorothy Chandler Pavilion Feb. 28, where it will remain until its sweeping finale March 22.

Oscars 2026: Daily Bruin predicts the 98th Academy Award for Best Picture

The Academy has selected the top 10 outstanding films of the past year. On March 15, the 2026 Academy Awards for Best Picture will be presented to the project that best embraces on-screen representation, creative leadership, industry access and audience development.

Bruins set for 1st televised tournament of season at GameAbove Invitational

The Bruins are back on the big screen. No. 11 UCLA women’s golf will compete in its first televised tournament of the 2025-26 season, as it takes on an 11-squad field featuring three top-25 teams, including home team and rival No.

Big Ten champions again: UCLA women’s basketball beats Iowa to win tournament

This post was updated March 8 at 9:13 p.m. INDIANAPOLIS – Lauren Betts jumped to her feet off the bench, waving a towel like a lasso.

UCLA softball wins 1st Big Ten series of season with 8-0 victory over Wisconsin

There is a blueprint for how to succeed in softball. Get runners on base, hit big with runners on and shore up the defense with good pitching.

Professor Alex Wang discusses China, climate action at UCLA Law event

Law professor Alex Wang credited China for its advancements in green technology but criticized its shortcomings in ecological protection at a book talk Wednesday. The talk was divided between Wang’s explanation of his book titled “Chinese Global Environmentalism” and a conversation between him and Mary Nichols, the former chair of the California Air Resources Board.

2026 Dance Marathon holds vigil emphasizing importance of pediatric AIDS research

This post was updated March 8 at 7:54 p.m. The Pediatric AIDS Coalition at UCLA hosted a vigil during its 2026 Dance Marathon to celebrate children with pediatric AIDS and combat stigma surrounding HIV.

UCLA men’s basketball defeats USC 89-68, completing crosstown rivalry sweep

This post was updated March 8 at 9:29 p.m. A 3-6 away record going into the final regular season game could have been reason to worry after the Bruins played their final home game of the 2025-26 season Tuesday.

High demand, fast pace: Inside the Westwood apartment hunting process

The search for an apartment brings stress, competition and surprise for students and property managers alike. Students planning to move into off-campus apartments typically begin their search during the winter quarter because of the high-demand market.

Petitioners push billionaire tax, other initiatives for California ballot

This post was updated March 8 at 10:00 p.m. California advocates are trying to put a tax on billionaires on the November ballot. Leaders from Service Employees International Union-United Healthcare Workers West and St.

‘United’: 2026 Dance Marathon kicks off to raise awareness for pediatric AIDS

This post was updated March 8 at 7:50 p.m. Seashells, sequins and scrubs sparkled across the crowd at the Dance Marathon. The Pediatric AIDS Coalition at UCLA kicked off its annual Dance Marathon at 2 p.m.

USC vs. UCLA — as it happened

Kai Assad and Bennett Christofferson report live from Galen Center.

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Jordan Chiles garners perfect 10 on bars, UCLA gymnastics defeats Stanford

This post was updated March 8 at 9:28 p.m. The two-time NCAA bars champion had yet to achieve perfection on the apparatus this season. But Saturday, Jordan Chiles was perfect once again – this time on bars.

UCLA men’s basketball looks to conclude regular season with away win against USC

Just 11 days ago, the Bruins captured the first round of the crosstown rivalry. And less than two weeks later, both teams will finish out the 2025-26 campaign with the second leg.

‘Live Like Braun’: UCLA, USC men’s volleyball unite in tribute to Braun Levi

This post was updated March 8 at 9:28 p.m. A bright light. The smile that illuminated every room, and a voice that uplifted and inspired. A magnetic presence that not only drew people in but brought out the best in everyone who crossed paths with him.

UCLA women’s basketball defeats Ohio State to advance to Big Ten tournament final

This post was updated March 7 at 2:29 p.m. INDIANAPOLIS – Twenty-four consecutive wins. No. 1 seed UCLA women’s basketball (30-1, 18-0 Big Ten) achieved its longest winning streak in program history with a 72-62 victory over No.

Album review: Harry Styles’ ‘Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally.’ ultimately misses the beat

Harry Styles’ new record is a half-step in the right direction, but the musician still needs some “Taste Back.” The British superstar’s fourth solo album – entitled “Kiss All The Time.

UCLA softball opens Big Ten play with 14-5 run-rule win against Wisconsin

“Bomberrrrr.” As senior infielder Jordan Woolery stepped into the batter’s box in the bottom of the fifth, a fan made known the threat Woolery posed with her bat.

Scouting report: UCLA women’s water polo vs. Stanford

No. 2 UCLA women’s water polo (12-1, 2-0 MPSF) will host No. 1 Stanford (8-0, 2-0) Saturday to continue a nine-game stretch at Spieker Aquatics Center in March.

Canyon High Sports Medicine Program provides hands-on medical training to students

On any given game day, while the crowd focuses on the scoreboard,…

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Paris Olympians Jordan Chiles, Ana Bărbosu to face off once again in Stanford meet

Big Ten regular season champions? Check. Attendance records? Shattered. And just a few more tests stand in the way of the postseason. No. 5 UCLA gymnastics (13-2, 9-0 Big Ten) will travel to Maples Pavilion in Palo Alto, California, to face No.

UCLA professor to retire, cancel spring class amid criticism over Epstein ties

Editor’s Note: This article contains references to sex offenses, including against minors, which some readers may find disturbing. A UCLA professor who communicated with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein about his class and students will retire in June and canceled his spring quarter class, he said in a Friday email.

Rejected fee initiative cannot appear on May USAC ballot, USA Judicial Board rules

This post was updated March 6 at 8:18 p.m. The USA Judicial Board on Friday unanimously rejected an appeal to overturn the USA Elections Board’s disqualification of a student fee initiative from the May Undergraduate Students Association Council election.

Two years after Piru community member Danny Ramirez’s passing, locals still honor his legacy

In a small town like Piru, you would never notice who is…

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Valera NEST expands student support at CSUN

To support students in managing their academic work and personal commitments, CSUN established the Valera NEST. NEST, which stands for Nurturing Environment for Students to Thrive, is a new, free...

‘Malacoda’ explores inner demons at the Armer Screening Room

Students gathered Monday evening in the Elaine & Alan Armer Screening Room for a preview screening of “Malacoda,” a short horror film written and directed by Guillermo Rodriguez. The film...

Matadors stun Wolverines in extra inning thriller

CSUN welcomed the Michigan Wolverines for a non-conference matchup Tuesday night at Robert J. Hiegert Field. Down by seven, CSUN scored eight unanswered runs, making a comeback and stealing the...

CRIME REPORT: Suspect arrested for stun gun to campus

Below are the crime logs provided by the CSUN Department of Police Services for the week of Feb. 22 to Feb. 28.   Sunday, Feb. 22 There is nothing to...

UCLA women’s water polo set for top-ranked rematch against Stanford

With tournament play in the rearview mirror, the Bruins turn their focus to another clash with the top-ranked squad in the nation. No. 2 UCLA (12-1, 2-0 MPSF) will host No.

Five Things: Takeaways of UCLA gymnastics’ Big Ten performances

No. 5 UCLA gymnastics (13-2, 9-0 Big Ten) is officially undefeated in the Big Ten for the second-straight year. The Bruins closed out the conference season by taking first at the Big Four quad with a 196.950, besting a trio of ranked squads.

Editorial Cartoon: “Awkward silence”

In Plain Sight: Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Garden staff cultivate connection, education

This post was updated March 6 at 8:30 p.m. Most UCLA students dread taking 8 a.m. lectures – the earliest courses that UCLA offers. But by 7:30 a.m., John Cluff – the manager of the Mildred E.

UCLA women’s basketball downs Washington, advances to Big Ten tournament semifinal

This post was updated March 6 at 9:45 p.m. INDIANAPOLIS – Most UCLA games open with a Lauren Betts basket. But Friday’s game opened with a different storyline, one the Bruins have seldom seen all season.

UCLA women’s basketball Big Ten tournament predictions

After concluding its regular season with an 73-50 win over crosstown rival USC on Sunday, No. 2 UCLA women’s basketball (28-1, 18-0) heads to Indianapolis, Indiana for its second-ever Big Ten tournament as the reigning champions.

Santa Clarita adopts unusual wildfire prevention strategy: using goats to clear brush

These hills may look pretty and green now after the past heavy…

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Classifieds – March 6, 2026

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Kristi Noem’s exit does not end the danger

The former Department of Homeland Security secretary’s exit won’t undo the precedent her policies helped establish.

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Davidson goes down, women’s hoops bounced from Big Ten Tournament

Star freshman guard Jazzy Davidson said she is set to get an MRI on her shoulder.

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Doubt has fueled sprinter Garrett Kaalund’s meteoric rise

The senior sprinter recorded the third-fastest 200-meter of all time over the weekend.

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Musselman silent on sudden exit of star Baker-Mazara

USC reportedly dismissed the graduate guard due to an “accumulation of issues.”

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Daily Trojan, Daily Bruin predict men’s hoops rivalry game

USC and UCLA will battle to end the regular season at Galen Center on Saturday.

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Former staff member sues USC for wrongful termination

The lawsuit alleged USC of firing older workers in favor of faculty with less tenure.

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Songs on every lesbian manipulator’s playlist

If she sends songs like these after the four-hour-long first date, proceed with caution.

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What we owe our immigrant mothers

There is an unquantifiable strength calcified in these women integral to the perseverance levels of oppression.

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Men’s volleyball pushes No. 1 UCLA to brink in narrow loss

USC proved it can contend with the best in the sport despite falling in five sets.

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USC loses sixth straight as wheels fall off

USC was outscored by 22 in the second half as its NCAA Tournament hopes decline.

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Flying air taxis will assist with transportation during LA28

Some carpool lanes will only allow LA28 vehicles during the next Olympic Games.

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Brandi Carlile saves Americana

The Grammy winner’s music confronts bigotry while testing artistic boundaries.

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Baseball sits at 12-0 after close win over UC Irvine

Two eighth-inning runs put the Trojans on top Tuesday night against the Anteaters.

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Daily Bruin Print Issue – March 6, 2026

The Daily Bruin publishes print issues every Monday, Wednesday and Friday during the school year. You can view the online version of The Bruin here.

Film Breakdown: UCLA football rebuilds wide receiver room through transfer portal

Some find the phrase “defense wins championships” a valid philosophy for building a team. But without a viable offense, winning a single game, let alone a championship, becomes a significantly more difficult feat.

Students debate activist Chloe Cole at Turning Point USA at UCLA event

UCLA students debated a conservative activist who opposes gender-affirming care for minors at a Turning Point USA event in Bruin Plaza on Wednesday. The event – organized by TPUSA’s West Hollywood and UCLA chapters – was part of a series called “Pick up the Mic” which invites college students to debate Chloe Cole, a speaker who supports banning minors from receiving gender-affirming care after her own gender detransition.

USA Judicial Board to hear allegations against USA Elections Board

The USA Elections Board is set to face allegations at a USA Judicial Board hearing Friday that it improperly applied the Elections Code when eliminating a petition-based student fee initiative.

Gallery: Men’s basketball celebrates Senior Night with Nebraska blowout for 3rd top-10 win

Good things come in threes, and Tuesday night proved it.

In its final home game of the 2025-26 season, UCLA men’s basketball (20-10, 12-7 Big Ten) upset No.

UCLA men’s tennis prepares to face Indiana, Purdue to open conference play

Mirrors show us a reversed image of ourselves. And while reflections are timeless, conditions are transient. The Bruins faced the Hoosiers and Boilermakers in the midst of their worst start to a season in coach Billy Martin’s then-32-year tenure last season.

UCLA softball to start Big Ten play with 3-game home series against Wisconsin

The bountiful nature of spring in Southern California promises an excess of sunshine, beach days and calm, warm breezes. But for those inhabiting Easton Stadium, the season marks the start of Big Ten competition and even bigger opportunities.

USAC IVP office sanctioned for early campaigning on Bruin Success Referendum

This post was updated March 5 at 10:00 p.m. The Undergraduate Students Association Council internal vice president will be unable to campaign for a referendum he proposed until two weeks into the May USAC election’s designated campaigning period.

Debate grows over whether college is still the key to success

For many students, college feels like the expected next step after high…

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Track and field to compete in first outdoor event of the year at Beach Opener

Like passing a baton, life can close chapters while opening new ones. And after nine weeks, the Bruins are transitioning from the conclusion of one campaign to the start of another.

UCLA baseball to begin Big Ten play with away series against Ohio State

This post was updated March 5 at 10:45 p.m. After dominating the field in year one, a reigning conference co-champion will return. And this time even stronger.