It’s a Party at UCLA | Orientation Issue 2023

Orientation Issue 2023

BY THE DAILY BRUIN

WELCOME BRUINS!

Alice Waters, food activist and founder of Chez Panisse, and David Tanis, cookbook author and New York Times contributing chef, invite you to Lulu at the Hammer Museum. All UCLA students and faculty receive a 10% discount.

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Dear incoming Bruins,

Welcome to UCLA!

As the student newspaper of the UCLA community, the Daily Bruin is excited to introduce you to campus, Westwood, and for some of you, the city of Los Angeles. This magazine – our annual Orientation Issue, mailed out to all incoming firstyear and transfer students – features a wide variety of stories to help you get acquainted with life as a Bruin.

In this issue, you can read about food trucks on campus, our staff’s predictions for the upcoming year of UCLA Athletics and the career resources available to students. You’ll also find several multimedia pieces exploring the UCLA community through visual and audio mediums. From a photo gallery on Bruins’ lives outside of Westwood to a map marking the location of all ASUCLA newsstands – where you’ll find the Daily Bruin,

along with several other news magazines published by UCLA Student Media – this issue is filled to the brim with storytelling across forms.

If you’d like to be a part of this storytelling, we highly encourage you to apply to join the Daily Bruin! Our team spans 20 sections of reporters, designers, web developers, opinion columnists and more, all working together to publish news that matters to our community. Applications are available on apply.uclastudentmedia.com and will close October 9 at noon.

Regardless, the Daily Bruin team is ecstatic to welcome you to the City of Angels! We hope you enjoy living out your "Party in the USA at UCLA" dream.

Isabelle Friedman,

WESTWOOD using as a RESOURCE

As Bruins prepare to return to campus or arrive for the first time, there are numerous organizations that can help build and strengthen connections between students and Westwood Village.

The North Westwood Neighborhood Council, the Westwood Village Improvement Association and the monthly First Thursdays events give students the opportunity to engage with the local community.

North Westwood Neighborhood Council

The North Westwood Neighborhood Council represents UCLA and Westwood Village to the Los Angeles City Council.

Eric Coestad, a rising third-year political science student and an organizational stakeholder on the council, said neighborhood councils make an important first contribution to local government. Specifically, neighborhood councils often deal with land planning and use issues, Coestad said, adding that NWWNC is working toward more affordable and accessible housing in Westwood.

He said students can get involved with the council by attending meetings on the first Wednesday of every month. Meetings are held at UCLA’s Weyburn Terrace and include reports from elected officials such as assemblymembers and LAPD representatives. Meetings also provide an opportunity to connect with local politicians, he said.

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"If something important is happening in Westwood, we’re going to be talking about it at our meeting," Coestad said. "Coming to our meetings or reading the minutes are just good ways to stay abreast as to what’s happening, what businesses are coming, what challenges our neighborhood is facing and that sort of thing."

Participating in or attending meetings is important for incoming freshmen and transfer students who want to get involved in local politics, Coestad said. He added that any Westwood stakeholder can join a committee, in which they have the opportunity to review a certain policy and make meaningful contributions to it before it is voted on by the whole council.

Coestad said he is proud of the changes the council has made to the Westwood Village Specific Plan, which controls land use in Westwood. The council was able to reverse parking requirements, such as high costs that make it difficult for people to park and for businesses to reside in Westwood, he added.

Overall, Coestad said the council is important for maintaining a connection with Westwood and understanding what is going on around UCLA.

"(We’re) fighting for more accessible streets, bike and scooter lanes," he said. "(We’re) really making Westwood a more safe, affordable and fun place to live."

Westwood Village Improvement Association

The Westwood Village Improvement Association aims to improve the quality of life in Westwood through efforts such as picking up trash and debris, said Michael Russell, executive director of WVIA.

The organization also hosts different events such as block parties and mixers as well as helping out businesses interested in moving to Westwood, he said.

Russell said students can use WVIA services through the safety escort program – which allows students and community members to walk with an escort if they do not feel safe at night – and by asking questions about Westwood.

The biggest event of the year for UCLA students is the Westwood Block Party taking place Sept. 24, Russell said. The

event includes rides, games and live music.

"That’s the big one we do every year to welcome the students back," he said. "That’s a lot of fun because thousands of students and faculty and residents from the community come out."

Additionally, WVIA hosts the Westwood Village Farmers’ Market every Thursday on Broxton Avenue, and, starting Sept. 9, will be hosting a night market on the second Saturday of each month, Russell said.

Russell said it’s important for incoming students to know that Westwood is a good place to spend time and explore.

"Right in their own neighborhood, just steps away, is a really cool community ... (with) a long history of being just a hotspot in LA," he said.

First Thursdays

First Thursdays are put on by UCLA and WVIA and include events at the Westwood Village Farmers’ Market, followed by an evening block party.

Mary Osako, vice chancellor for strategic communications, said in an emailed statement that one goal of First Thursdays is to showcase talent in the UCLA community, which has been done with more than 150 UCLA artists, dancers, musicians and other students who have exhibited work at the event.

"We wanted to help revitalize Westwood and local businesses after (the) COVID-19 pandemic by bringing our students and the community together through a monthly event to enjoy live music, immersive experiences and art

exhibits," she said.

Students are also able to connect with campus programs such as UCLA Athletics and the Alumni Association, she added. Additionally, she said First Thursdays encourage students to explore what Westwood has to offer, including the Hammer Museum and the Geffen Playhouse.

"First Thursdays is one of UCLA’s love letters to Los Angeles," Osako said. "As Chancellor Block has said, it’s important to keep the village vibrant for Bruins and our broader community. Our big, audacious goal is to grow UCLA First Thursdays across LA to deepen our ties to the best city on the planet."

Contributing reports by Sharla Steinman, city and crime editor.

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The biggest news of the summer

Over the course of one summer, Bruins have faced divisive United States Supreme Court decisions, the looming threat of economic recession and international conflict in Europe. As students prepare to enter the 2023-2024 academic year, the Daily Bruin reflects on important moments in national and international news this summer.

Supreme Court Decisions

On July 2, the U.S. Supreme Court rejected President Joe Biden’s plan to forgive up to $10,000 in federal student loan debt for graduates with an income of less than $125,000 per year. The Court said it came to this decision because of the excessive exercise of authority by the secretary of education.

The Court also rejected the consideration of race in college admissions decisions – a policy used at Harvard and other Ivy League schools known as affirmative action – in a 6-3 June decision. The ruling followed last year’s decision to overturn

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Roe v. Wade and give abortion restriction power to states.

Jaclyn Serpico, a fellow at the UCLA School of Law’s Center of Reproductive Health, Law and Policy, said in the year since Roe v. Wade was overturned, the landscape of reproductive health law has dramatically changed across the U.S. She added that the change has caused confusion surrounding abortion law in different states, leading to uncertainty among potential patients.

"The laws are changing rapidly, so people aren’t sure," Serpico said. "It could be different from one day to the next – a state could pass a law, and then it could be held up in court, and people aren’t sure what the status of abortion is."

She added that she felt last year’s Court decision was exceptionally regressive, as pregnancy can cause physical, financial and mental burdens.

However, in spite of the Supreme Court’s rejection of Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan, economics professor Jerry Nickelsburg said students can expect to see a more stable economy in the foreseeable future.

He said the economy is performing well for students and new graduates, adding that unemployment has remained low while the U.S. economy continues to grow. Nickelsburg added that although the California housing market has commanded high prices, increased wages have made housing relatively affordable.

"Home prices, certainly in California, have not been going up very rapidly, if at all, whereas incomes have been," he said. "(Houses) are relatively more affordable."

Nickelsburg, who also serves as faculty director of the Anderson Forecast – the Anderson School of Management economic forecasting organization — also said that while recessions tend to happen quickly, there are many indicators that a recession will not happen for the remainder of the year.

Economy International Relations

International tensions have also had rippling effects on the U.S., said Daniel Treisman, a professor of political science.

It has been over one year since the Russian invasion of Ukraine officially began in February 2022 after a century of territorial conflicts – such as the Russian invasion and annexation of Crimea in 2014, Treisman said. He added that Ukraine’s independence after being a former Soviet republic created complicated territorial and power relations between the countries.

Triesman also said he believes Russian president Vladamir Putin’s motivations have evolved since the beginning of the war, adding that he believes Putin has become more determined to regain territory in Ukraine and ultimately win the war.

Ukraine has survived through the last year against Russia’s superior military power by developing stronger industrial and military power and garnering increased support from the United States, European Union and other countries, he added. Treisman said many Ukrainian allies took strong social and economic stances against Russia because of perceived aggression and documented violations of wartime law.

Treisman also expressed concern about a possible escalation to nuclear warfare if Putin felt personally threatened. However, he added that he felt the possibility of nuclear war doesn’t mean it is necessary for the United States and the rest of the West to waver in their support of Ukraine.

"He (Putin) might be prompted to expand the war by using weapons of mass destruction," Treisman said. "I don’t think we should be paralyzed by that possibility. We can’t afford to be, but I think we do need to watch and consider that to be a possibility that has to be taken seriously."

Contributing reports by Catherine Hamilton, News editor.

HEALTH PHARMACY / ACKERMAN UNION, A-LEVEL SERVING STUDENTS, FACULTY & STAFF

Dealing with dining staffing shortages

BY DYLAN WINWARD

UCLA has announced that food trucks will remain on campus for the next academic year in light of staffing shortages at on-campus dining halls. The trucks – which offer meals in exchange for a coupon worth one meal swipe obtainable at residence hall front desks – were first introduced in response to staffing shortages at UCLA Dining after the COVID-19 pandemic. Feast at Rieber and Epicuria at Covel will only serve dinner, while Bruin Bowl will remain closed in September, according to an emailed statement from UCLA Dining.

In the emailed statement, UCLA Dining said difficulties in securing staffing for on-campus dining are a problem across the food services industry. Bruin Bowl is expected to reopen when the university is able to get staffing back to prepandemic levels, it added in the statement.

"We continue our efforts to recruit food service and culinary hourly team members; however, it remains challenging to fill these roles," UCLA Dining said in the statement. "This is an issue for restaurants and many other sectors across the country."

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UCLA Dining added in the statement that food trucks were also introduced last year at the UCLA Tipuana apartments, accepting credit card payments from students who didn’t have a meal plan. It added in the statement that no decision had been made yet on whether the trucks would return for offcampus residents.

To be selected to serve UCLA last year, food trucks needed to go through steps including written proposals, a menu tasting and compliance with the university’s insurance, UCLA Dining said in the statement.

Essie Zandi, the owner of the Bison Burger food truck, which operated on campus last year, said he first founded his food truck to serve meat that wasn’t mass-produced, such as elk, venison, bison and wild boar.

"It’s been a pleasure introducing alternative meats to audiences all over the place," Zandi said.

He added that though cooking fresh meals quickly in such a small space was challenging when he first came to the university, he enjoys serving food at UCLA.

"It’s been heartwarming to see our numbers of servings, per se, grow," he said. "Meals are coming straight off the grill to the plate and being handed (with) all our love."

Pablo Dias, the manager of the Perro food truck, which also operated at UCLA last year, said before coming to the university, his business was struggling financially. However, he said coming to UCLA gave his business new life, as he was

serving what felt like a taco every 15 seconds.

"As soon as we stepped in there, I knew things started changing. We started working more, just bringing more people into our company," he said. "Things are running great. So it’s been a big blessing for us."

Dias said despite also serving food at breweries and companies – including SpaceX – UCLA was a major source of income for his business. He added that he hopes the truck will continue coming to UCLA in the future.

For Dias, his favorite memory of working at UCLA came after a rumor spread that the food truck program was being terminated in December. He said he was touched by the experience of students cheering the food truck as they left the campus for what they thought would be the final time.

"Everybody just kind of went crazy and they started coming to the truck just saying, ‘Hey, I heard you guys are not coming back’," he said. "All the students ... cheered us up and just said that they love Perro. That feels unbelievable, and it’s just a great feeling."

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As soon as we stepped in there, I knew things started changing.

EXPLORING UCLA’s CAREER RESOURCES

Minds alert and ambitions itching, many Bruins are ready to shake hands with a new job or internship as the start of another school year nears.

As students search for opportunities, UCLA’s Career Center and other platforms can help Bruins navigate the process.

The Career Center, located in the Strathmore Building next to the Luskin Center, is UCLA’s primary career resource for students, employers, alumni and staff. The Career Center Leadership Team said in an emailed statement that the center provides one-on-one appointments, workshops, events and online resources for career development for both undergraduate and graduate Bruins.

The Career Center Leadership Team also said they use Handshake, an online career-building and networking community for students to connect with employers, to inform students of upcoming events.

"Career Fairs, networking events and info sessions are held every quarter with employers who want to hire UCLA students," the Career Center Leadership Team said. "Interacting with employers frequently and early on will help students grow confidence when interviewing for internships and full-time jobs"

The majority of colleges and universities nationwide have a career services department, according to Indeed. According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers, graduating college seniors who used any career service received an average of 0.24 more job offers than those who did not use any career center resources.

Jasmine Miranda, Student Services Advisor at the Career Center, said in an emailed statement that the Career Center offers varying services for different groups of students including job fairs, career summits and networking events. Miranda also said the center provides

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targeted services for transfer students, students with disabilities, international students and foster youth, as well as for students pursuing different educational tracks such as pre-law and pre-med.

"Not all services and resources are exactly the same for both undergrads and Grad/PhDs/Postdoc students," Miranda said. "For example, additional services that undergraduate students receive is Drop-In Advising sessions ... Grad/PhDs/Postdoc students are equipped with career development and exploration tools such as ‘Imagine PhD’ and ‘MyIDP."

The Career Center is not the only planning resource Bruins can benefit from. Rising third-year psychology student Jessica Lam said she uses UCLA ONE for career mentoring.

"I honestly haven’t used a lot of the UCLA resources, but I have used UCLA ONE," Lam said. "I actually have a mentor who’s a UCLA alumni, and I’ve been meeting with her once a month, just asking her questions about my resume, what the working world is like, any advice I want or anything I need help on."

UCLA ONE, which stands for opportunity, network and experience, is UCLA’s largest alumni networking platform for current and graduated Bruins to connect.

Lam also said she has experience using internship and job finders such as Intern Queen, Glassdoor and WayUp. She said she found herself getting more internship opportunities through these resources than through the Career Center for brand ambassadorship work she does, but added that UCLA’s resources are good for making new connections.

The upcoming school year presents an opportunity for students to further explore, plan and advance their careers at UCLA. Miranda said she encourages students to maximize the amount of support and opportunities they can get.

"If you are unsure of what career path you want to take or

simply what to talk about during your first trip at the center, our staff is here to support and guide you through every step of your career-readiness journey" Miranda said.

The Career Center Leadership Team said Bruins should

begin applying to internships and jobs before the start of the school year and actively utilize campus resources.

"Students’ time at UCLA goes quickly and preparing for the next step starts the moment students arrive at UCLA," the Career Center Leadership Team said. "Many large firms and certain industries like to be completely done with their recruiting before the fall quarter starts, so if you don’t submit applications in the summer, you might miss out on certain opportunities."

Lam said one piece of advice she has for incoming and returning students is to participate in professional clubs on campus.

"For one, I think it’s great for networking, and two, you learn a bit more about the recruitment process," Lam said. "I feel like I learned a lot through just the application process and the interviewing process."

Lam said another tip for students is to step out of their comfort zones, to be open to new opportunities and to talk to different people.

"When you put yourself out there to get to know what people do and show interest, you’re going to learn a lot, learn things that you didn’t expect to learn," Lam said.

“you’re going to learn a lot, learn things that you didn’t expect to learn”

AMIA shares the art of moving image preservation

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The Association of Moving Image Archivists is projecting the art of video archival for the greater student body.

While not an archive itself, the UCLA chapter of AMIA is dedicated to the preservation of and education about the moving image, said AMIA co-chair and graduate student in the library and information science program Gabz Norte. Open to undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students, the organization also serves as a space for individuals to grow professionally and make valuable contributions to moving image preservation, she said.

"It’s (AMIA is) really just a celebration of the moving image in every format, whether that be film or video," Norte said. "On the student level, (we’re) trying to build a community, as we are rising professionals."

Throughout the academic year, AMIA engages in different events spotlighting moving image preservation, said general member and graduate student in the library and information science program Diana Cardenas. For example, Cardenas said the organization digitizes home videos brought in by the Los Angeles community as part of their volunteering efforts for Home Movie Day, a showcase highlighting novice filmmaking. In addition, she said AMIA members use a lab to host workshops on the usage of various preservation materials, such as film reels and vinyl records.

General member and graduate student in the library and information science program Rhana Tabrizi said AMIA also organizes tours of different archives in Los Angeles. Some of last year’s sites, Tabrizi said, include the Walt Disney Archives

and the Academy Film Archive. After touring the latter, she said she and the chapter were invited to a free screening of Damien Chazelle’s most recent film, "Babylon." Cardenas added that she and fellow chapter members have taken advantage of their location to work closely with several community archives as well.

The ever-evolving intersection of video preservation and technological innovation may interest potential new members of AMIA, Norte said. Reflecting on today’s advancements, they said the rise of digital video has made archiving more accessible, allowing those who have little to no experience to learn it. The inverse relationship between the increasing popularity of streaming services and decline in DVDs and VHS players is also a conversation that may interest students, Cardenas said.

In terms of networking opportunities, Cardenas said members have the opportunity to attend conferences led by working professionals in the film and moving image preservation industries. Norte, who is also a filmmaker, said she has found these connections and resources valuable, as she usually resolves lapses in communication between film producers and archivists.

"There’s definitely a separation between the production side and archiving side," Norte said. "AMIA does really great work in closing that gap and having conversations between professionals."

Since the chapter is currently composed of mostly students in the library and information science program, AMIA is hoping

“Ultimately, Norte said students who wish to be seen and heard will find a community at AMIA, irrespective of their interests and background.”

to expand its membership to include more students from other lines of study this upcoming school year, Tabrizi said. To achieve this goal, Norte said they will focus heavily on how the organization promotes itself.

Some of these steps, she said, include updating the website and Instagram page, attending more orientation sessions and planning new events. Norte said the chapter will also emphasize the variety of careers AMIA members pursue, including film preservation, restoration and scholarship. Anyone is welcome to join AMIA, so long as they have an interest in moving image preservation or related fields, Cardenas added.

"We’re all just very connected by our love of the moving image," Cardenas said. "It doesn’t necessarily have to be something that is just for the library and information science students. Anyone interested in moving images and archiving, they’re very welcome to check out any AMIA things."

As most AMIA members are master’s candidates, Tabrizi said incoming freshmen may find value in befriending older students. Through forming these relationships, incoming

students can realize what they want to pursue in the future, she said. Prospective members may also want to learn how digital innovation has impacted archiving tools, Norte said. In doing so, Cardenas said they may be encouraged to dive into their family histories and begin archiving their own home videos. Ultimately, Norte said students who wish to be seen and heard will find a community at AMIA, irrespective of their interests and background.

"Everyone has a story," Norte said. "If you have a story, which everyone does, then you have a place in the moving image archiving because that’s what we’re doing. We’re preserving stories."

WESTWOOD FOOD COOPERATIVE PROVIDES ACCESSIBILITY, ONE BOX AT A TIME

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The Westwood Food Cooperative is urging students to grocery shop in their own backyards.

During the 2022-2023 academic year, the Westwood Food Co-op was reestablished and registered as an official club at UCLA after its founding members graduated in 2022. Since then, rising fourth-year human biology and society student Juliet Cushing said the organization has fostered a community of farmers’ rights activists, environmentalists and food lovers who congregate to make local food more accessible and support small-scale farmers. Rising thirdyear biology student Grace Donohue said the organization’s main initiative is its Community Supported Agriculture boxes, which provide the Westwood community with an abundance of weekly produce for $10 per box. Donohue said she was inspired to join the club’s mission after being a customer of the boxes herself.

"The most rewarding thing is that there is a very tangible, visible action that occurs as a result of the work that we do, which is that people have food and farmers have money," Donohue said. "It’s not some abstract idea or concept. We are physically performing an action that has a noticeable and tangible difference in people’s lives."

Ariella Sassover, a rising fourth-year psychobiology student, said she enjoys interacting with people picking up their CSA boxes because engaging in conversation on food injustice is the beginning of change. Customers of the boxes can expect two pieces of leafy greens, a flavorful vegetable like garlic and a couple of fruits, Cushing said.

Occasionally, Donohue said the group plans themed boxes, such as a past Valentine’s Day box, which may vary in their content.

"The food that you eat should be, I believe, a reflection of where you live, the

people who grew and cared for the land," Donohue said. "We have completely disconnected ourselves from the production of food, and it’s really easy to get disconnected from those values as well."

Every week, the club visits the Pacific Palisades Farmers Market to curate the CSA boxes, Sassover said. Since the group buys groceries for up to 30 people at a time, she said John Givens Farm in Santa Barbara sells its crops for wholesale prices and often gives the co-op any leftover produce, ultimately reducing food waste and providing the community with a greater amount of produce.

A proud supporter of purchasing local produce, Cushing said the act of buying from neighboring farmers not only increases the nutritional value of the food one consumes but also ensures better working conditions for farmers. Industrialized agriculture is able to provide goods for lower prices because of its lower wages and poor labor environment, she said, and these competitive prices have been bankrupting family-owned farms for years.

Because of the financial barrier of buying locally grown

crops, many college students may have never considered it a possibility, but the co-op hopes to change that through its affordable CSA program, Sassover said. Moreover, Cushing said the group is looking to decrease its prices by obtaining grants from UCLA.

"CSA supports local small-scale farmers," Cushing said. "And by financially supporting them, we give these people livelihoods that have been taken away by Big Ag and huge corporations and industrialized farms."

Beyond CSA, the club also holds events for community bonding and education, Cushing said. For example, Co-op Pots is a potluck program that the organization puts on, which brings together like-minded individuals over food, she said. The group recently collaborated with the Environmentalists of Color Collective, Cushing said, which had published a zine on its members’ favorite culturally significant foods. Co-op Pots featured these foods and allowed students to bond over food’s ability to touch more than just the stomach. Additionally,

Cushing said the co-op plans to utilize these events to elevate the voices of UCLA students through open mic nights or video sharing in the future.

With the new school year, Cushing said the club hopes to follow in the footsteps of the Environmentalists of Color Collective by publishing educational articles on topics of farm labor, food injustice, the environment, human health and systems of oppression in farming. As a child of multigenerational family farmers, Cushing said she grew up spending summers at the farm and witnessing harvests. Recently, she realized she has the opportunity to learn about the food system firsthand and hopes to reconnect her peers with their food’s roots as well through these new articles, Cushing said.

Currently, Sassover said the co-op is only made up of a few members, most of whom are graduating in 2024. Therefore, incoming students are encouraged to apply to join the club’s community of advocates for locally grown, environmentally friendly produce, she said. As the club has no hierarchical structure, Cushing said any member is able to take a leadership role and find new approaches to fostering community and aiding local farmers.

Cushing said the growth of industry has caused society to become significantly detached from food production, leaving big companies to take control over the food on grocery store shelves. Ultimately, Cushing said the club hopes to remind students that they have purchasing power and can make a difference in the food industry individually, whether or not that is through their CSA boxes.

"We can make a huge difference in the food system," Cushing said. "It really just takes one person at a time. One little shift that leads to two little shifts, maybe, and collectively it snowballs into a bigger movement."

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The Ballet Company at UCLA is poised to take center stage.

Founded in early 2020, UCLA’s first and only student-directed ballet club opened its doors at the height of the pandemic, with members participating in virtual events over Zoom. More than three years later, the club has shifted to offering in-person ballet classes and showcases. Despite this transition, its overall goal remains the same as when it was first established – to create a welcoming environment for all ballet dancers to perform their artistry, said co-director of programs and rising third-year dance and physiological science student Aysha Cunningham.

"Our mission is to provide an inclusive and accessible space for any college student at UCLA," Cunningham said. "We really want to make ballet easy and not intimidating to start or to continue while we’re in college."”

During the 2019-2020 academic year, three Bruins –Ada Chung, Ying Xuan Chua and Moe Kawakami – came together to form the ballet company after noticing a lack of dance programming at UCLA. Rising fourth-year civil engineering student and current co-president Catherine McGrath said she would join classes from the comfort of her own bedroom during that time. But when she was finally able to return to the campus, she embraced the opportunity to participate in in-person events.

"It’s easier to get people together when you know it’s going to be a group of people in a room, or on the grass over by Janss, all hanging out," McGrath said.

As the organization settles into an in-person rhythm,

The Ballet Company at UCLA is keeping its toes pointed.

McGrath said the ballet company has been able to book venues for live performances. McGrath, who has helped in the planning of some of the scenes, said the dancers performed a Nutcracker scene in fall, which was recorded and edited together. The company also put on two in-person shows during the spring quarters of 2022 and 2023, she said, held in Ackerman Union Grand Ballroom and Schoenberg Hall, respectively.

Unlike professional ballet companies, such as the Los Angeles Ballet, in-person showcases run by the Ballet Company at UCLA are completely free of charge, said Sara Habibipour, social chair of the club and rising second-year microbiology, immunology and molecular genetics student. Because tickets can run upwards of hundreds of dollars at other companies, something not every individual can afford, Habibipour said this no-cost alternative offers a readily available channel for those who are interested in ballet.

Throughout the year, McGrath said, the company also offers free courses, ranging from beginner to intermediate and advanced levels, with most students determining which class they would prefer based on the amount of experience they have. Regardless of whether someone has never danced before or has done so professionally, the club aims to cater to everyone – including those who may not have had the privilege of growing up with access to lessons, Habibipour said.

The organization hopes to foster a noncompetitive atmosphere, Habibipour said, where all who wish to learn are welcome. In contrast to other dance companies where auditions are the prerequisite to acceptance, she said the Ballet Company at UCLA holds no such process and is committed instead to nurturing camaraderie and friendship between dancers.

For Cunningham, being part of the company has been a chance to develop meaningful connections with others who share a similar passion. Habibipour said that as a dancer whose previous studio never participated in competitions, she felt encouraged by discovering a like-minded group that welcomed the art as a leisurely pursuit.

"We perform because we love to," Habibipour said. "It’s just a group of people who bond over the sheer joy of ballet, which I think is really nice."”

With membership in the ballet community continuing to flourish, McGrath said achievements are met with an outpouring of support. These displays and gestures extend beyond the club itself to the entire dance population at UCLA, Habibipour said. Dancers across different styles frequently attend each other’s performances, which she said is a result of knowing the dedication and effort it takes to hold an event. At the end of the day, McGrath said, it is wholesome to see dancers at the university lifting each other up.

Prevailing preconceptions in the industry, however, exert pressure on dancers to be mindful of their appearance and attire, Cunningham said. In order to move away from the negative aspects associated with ballet culture that many members have experienced, she said the company allows dancers to wear the clothing of their choice. Most importantly, Cunningham said, the club has been dedicated to seeking feedback, ensuring that the company maintains a comfortable and supportive atmosphere.

"We are hoping that our presence on campus will help to broaden people’s perspectives on what it means to be a ballet dancer and what it means to do ballet," Cunningham said.

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SUMMER HIGHLIGHTS AND LIFE AWAY FROM WESTWOOD

in education, poses

a photo in a walkway bordered by trees.

Pandey is spending the summer back home, interning at a pharmaceutical company in South San Francisco and doing research in the drug development division.

"It feels like everything I’m learning, I’ve learned at UCLA in the classroom," Pandey said. "It’s amazing to see how it has exactly translated in a job."

Pandey has been enjoying the greater sense of diversity in ages and cultures in Westwood and advises incoming freshmen to explore all that the city has to offer.

"Westwood is so accessible, as long as you take the bus, walk, just get out there," Pandey said. "And there’s so much to see in Westwood and LA, so take advantage of that."

This summer, Pandey is most excited to see Taylor Swift at the Eras Tour.

Anandita Pandey, a rising third-year student majoring in molecular, cell and developmental biology with a minor

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Pandey sits in a chair in front of Philz Coffee.

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Third-year business economics and history student Sophie Tan is from Zhengzhou, China.

At a Chinese Student and Scholars Association orientation event, Tan introduces to newly admitted Bruins the difference between living in China versus the states.

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Tan talks about UCLA and Westwood to newly admitted

students. Tan said the most noticeable difference between her hometown and Westwood is the pace of living.

She continued by saying that she loves Los Angeles for the countless opportunities it offers for her to immerse herself in the beauty of art and to be truly relaxed.

"At UCLA people take time to savor their experiences," Tan said. "I appreciate the relaxed and vibrant atmosphere."

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AND HALINDA YU

Rising fourth-year computer science and engineering student Matthew Yang stands in front of a trellis with pink flowers.

Yang moved to Westwood for his sophomore year and is currently in San Jose for his summer internship as a cybersecurity advisory intern in the Bay Area, and his summer highlight has been watching the Les Misérables musical.

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Rising fourth-year mechanical engineering student Luming Cao smiles for a picture next to a wall with geometric designs.

Cao moved to Santa Barbara when she was 13 years old and then came to Westwood for college. Cao is interning as a battery structures intern at Tesla in Cupertino this summer.

During her leisure time, Cao enjoys spending the summer exploring the Bay Area on the weekends. Her highlight so far has been the Chinese food, especially Dragon Beaux dim sum.

Cao and Yang both grew up in China but came to California at different stages of life.

When asked about their experience in Westwood, Yang said, "The college town vibe is definitely a must-have for the grown-up experience."

To Cao, the friends are what makes Westwood so special.

"I think it’s always really fun because there’s a lot to explore," Cao said. "Westwood is a small area. It’s very nice and safe. But in greater LA, there’s Santa Monica, there’s Griffith, there’s downtown LA. It’s fun to just get out on the weekend and explore."

WEST L.A.’S NEW HOME FOR LIVE PERFORMANCE

UCLA’s Center for the Art of Performance has a new venue for performing arts in Los Angeles that opens September 2023.

The UCLA Nimoy Theater is a reimagining of Westwood’s historic Crest Theatre as a flexible, state-of-the-art performance space. With seating capacity of up to 299, The Nimoy is designed to immerse audiences in a profoundly engaging experience in a variety of voices and creative expressions in music, dance, theater, literary arts, and collaborative disciplines.

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2023-2024 Season Previews

A brand new year of UCLA Athletics is on the horizon, and with it comes more chances to etch new records. Ahead of the opening games, the Daily Bruin Sports staff breaks down the bestand worst-case scenarios for each team, as well as one storyline to watch throughout each season.

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Football

BY GRACE WHITAKER

Best case: Bowl game victory

UCLA football had high expectations going into the 2022 campaign. And within the context of its recent history, its nine wins and bowl game appearance lived up to most of those expectations. But this season is different. The Bruins are losing nearly all of their star power with the trio of quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson, running back Zach Charbonnet and wide receiver Jake Bobo going to the NFL. Despite bringing in five-star recruit incoming freshman quarterback Dante Moore, UCLA is left to put together new pieces to replicate a once above-average team. This scramble will likely leave them with a similar outcome as last season, and a best-case scenario will result in nine wins, maybe even a victory in a bowl game.

Worst case: Five wins

With the preseason conversation focused on emerging stars, the number of games the Bruins will win is entirely up in the air. UCLA is in the business of rebuilding, likely on the back of an incoming freshman quarterback who will be tasked with leading an inexperienced squad through its last season in the Pac-12. In addition, he’ll be expected to do so with an offense that lost its two biggest end zone weapons. This uncertainty could leave UCLA in a tough spot – one where it could end up just below the six wins necessary to secure a spot in a bowl game, thereby ending its final campaign before joining the Big Ten in disaster.

Storyline to watch: Quarterback race

All eyes will be on the initial snap come Sept. 2. Will rising redshirt junior quarterback Ethan Garbers get his time in the sun after three years in Thompson-Robinson’s shadow? Or will coach Chip Kelly take a chance on the rookie with Moore? With Garbers, Kelly would find dependability, as the quarterback has been under his wing for three seasons. But the allure that Moore brings is potentially just what UCLA needs. At that, Kelly could shock fans and pick Kent State transfer rising redshirt senior Collin Schlee, who boasts more collegiate game experience than the latter two combined. But, it wouldn’t be a surprise if, come September, it’s a freshman taking to the field.

Basketball (women’s)

BY LAURYN WANG

Best case: Final Four

Charisma Osborne put on a show in her final outing in Pauley Pavilion – except it wasn’t her last performance at home. Even the then-senior expected it to be goodbye, but a change of plans in late March meant the senior would stay for a fifth year. With Osborne’s return, the Bruins now boast their deepest and most consistent lineup in recent memory, priming the program for significant expectations in coach Cori Close’s 12th season at the helm. In total, the Bruins return 88.5% of their scoring production from last year alongside the invaluable leadership of Osborne and rising fifth-year guard Camryn Brown in tandem. UCLA now has nearly every tool in its possession to vie for its first March Madness Final Four in program history.

Worst case: Loss in the Sweet 16

Taking a look at where the Bruins are this summer is a testament to UCLA’s commitment to strike come the fall season. As rising sophomore guards Kiki Rice and Londynn Jones demonstrated in their U19 World Cup Gold campaign, their skills continue to level up. Both rising redshirt junior forward Emily Bessoir and rising sophomore forward Lina Sontag competed for their national team in Germany, rounding out another pair of Bruins overseas this offseason. It may appear audacious, but what was an impressive outcome last season has completely turned on its head.

Storyline to watch: Impact of Stanford transfer

Lauren Betts

The addition of rising sophomore center Lauren Betts from the transfer portal – in conjunction with Osborne’s return –catapults UCLA into Pac-12 title contention. The duo developed immeasurable chemistry while competing for Team USA in the FIBA Women’s Americup this summer and will translate that experience in summer training to further prepare for the season. Standing at 6-foot-7, Betts is Close’s tallest recruit ever and the first true center to play for UCLA since 2015. The Stanford transfer will likely make an immediate impact for the Bruins as she helps them spread the floor and allow players like Bessoir to hone their vital perimeter game.

entering her second year of competition and the No. 1 recruit ing class of 2022 settling in as upperclassmen, the Bruins may come to the competition floor with an increased confidence that could carry them to a top-four finish – a place they haven’t been since 2019.

Worst case: First-round regionals exit

Though one gymnast can’t make or break an NCAA team, the Bruins will sorely miss Chiles’ presence as a nine-time AllAmerican and as the reigning No. 2 all-around gymnast in the country. Returns from injured gymnasts promise hope for the Bruins, but they may struggle to find the peak performance in time to achieve their goals. UCLA showed high potential last season but often failed to put all the pieces together in critical situations, resulting in an early exit from nationals. Though it’s hard to imagine UCLA regressing enough to miss the postseason entirely, a shaky season and an off day could send the Bruins home early.

Storyline to watch: Will vault woes continue?

UCLA finished No. 11 on vault in 2023 – the only event on which it did not crack the top five in the rankings. The Bruins’ poor performances on vault with a lineup that often featured just two consistent 10.0 start values arguably kept them from both a Pac-12 title and a top-four finish at nationals. But with Moors and Malabuyo expected to return from injuries, incoming freshman Katelyn Rosen’s Yurchenko 1.5, and an offseason to train upgrades, the Bruins have many opportunities to complete their otherwise-dominant slate.

Basketball (men’s)

Best case: Sweet 16 appearance

Reaching the Sweet 16 has felt like the floor for UCLA men’s basketball the past two seasons. With elite players sticking around and the addition of impact freshmen from year-to-year, a deep run at the NCAA Tournament has been the expectation. But now, the story is different. Coach Mick Cronin is heading into the 2023-2024 season with more unfamiliar faces than familiar ones. The team can best be described as talented but raw, but with a two-time Pac-12 Coach of the Year ready to shepherd the new members, success is well within reach. However, the chances of that success translating into legitimate title hopes remain to be seen.

Worst case: Mid-tier Pac-12

Repeating as Pac-12 regular-season champions and earning a No. 2 seed in the NCAA Tournament are all but impossibilities for this iteration of the Bruins. But just because they won’t reach those lofty heights of last season doesn’t imply an unfavorable year. Reigning Pac-12 Freshman of the Year Adem Bona is back, and the influx of young talent should prove enough to keep UCLA in the top half of the conference. But if all those pieces struggle to coalesce, the Bruins could find themselves floundering in the middle of the Pac-12.

Storyline to watch: A brand new rotation

Cronin’s starting five in recent years has been a relatively straightforward recipe. A sprinkle of Jaime Jaquez Jr., a dash of Tyger Campbell, a pinch of Jaylen Clark or Johnny Juzang and all of the sudden he’s 60% of the way toward a strong core. Now, that recipe demands significant adjustment. Bona is the lone returning starter from last season, and Cronin will be tasked with incorporating rising sophomore guards Dylan Andrews and Will McClendon, as well as a septet of freshman and transfer guard Lazar Stefanovic. Young players will be forced into meaningful minutes, and how Cronin mixes them all together is sure to be the biggest question of the season.

Battle of the Editors: Emerging Stars

UCLA Athletics has no shortage of stars. Players like Reilyn Turner, Kiki Rice and Cody Schrier turn heads each time they don their uniforms. But every year, a new cohort starts to shine. Now, the Daily Bruin Sports editors discuss which players will take that step forward and become stars.

Dylan Andrews, men’s basketball

Joseph Crosby, Sports editor

Coach Mick Cronin has his work cut out for him.

Eighty percent of his starting five has left UCLA for the NBA, and eight new faces are heading to Westwood to plug the holes.

Needless to say, UCLA men’s basketball’s coaching staff is hard at work scheming for the season ahead.

With so many question marks surrounding the Bruins, rising sophomore Dylan Andrews has the chance to fill those gaps in a big way.

Andrews is poised to be the Bruins’ starting point guard, and even in limited playing time last season, he showed flashes of stardom. The former four-star recruit earned Pac-12 Freshman of the Week honors after an 11-point, six-assist performance against Denver, and his rate stats – albeit in a small sample size – show promise for what’s ahead.

The 6-foot-2 guard carried a 43% field goal percentage and a 31.7% mark from beyond the arc this past season. With another year of development and a starting role, expect him to take a big step forward.

And on the other side of the floor, his future bodes just as well.

Andrews displayed strong defensive instincts, racking up 11 steals across the season, the most among non-starters. He’s the prototypical defender for Cronin’s system, with the intuition and hustle to power him toward a Pac-12 All-Defensive Team selection.

The tools, opportunities and support are there. All that’s left is for Andrews to take the leap and become Pauley Pavilion’s next big star.

Ido David, men’s volleyball

Ira Gorawara, assistant Sports editor

One Bruin showed up when push came to shove.

Towering at 6-foot-7, Ido David has the potential to be UCLA’s

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X-factor.

After a productive freshman campaign led to an MPSF All-Freshman Team selection for the outside hitter/opposite, David’s physical prowess guided him to unparalleled heights in his sophomore season for UCLA men’s volleyball.

The rising junior shone the brightest when it mattered most. His five matches of 20-plus kills were delivered at the most decisive moments, including his season high of 23 against Hawai’i to secure the 2023 national championship.

While David’s size remains a constant source of concern for opponents, the First-Team All-AVCA All-American secured 38 service aces on the season as he exhibited marked improvements behind the line. And as if he wasn’t doing enough on the floor, David elevated his defensive game, securing season highs of eight digs and seven block assists in the final regular-season game of the year.

With the departure of outside hitter Alex Knight – another cornerstone of UCLA’s success – eyes are on David to take up the mantle as his minutes and impact on court are sure to increase.

And as David’s synergy with rising sophomore setter Andrew Rowan strengthens, the duo’s potential knows no bounds for their remaining two years together.

While UCLA searches for its 21st trophy in program history, the magnifying glass may lie in one Bruin’s hand.

Lauren Betts, women’s basketball

Alexis Hinkle, assistant Sports editor

When asked about rebounding, rising fifth-year guard Charisma Osborne and the rest of her teammates on UCLA women’s basketball stressed the importance of crashing the boards.

"If we don’t get them, we’re usually running for it," Osborne said in February .

So when coach Cori Close picked up her only player from the transfer portal for the 2023-2024 season, it was clear that rising sophomore center Lauren Betts – a 6-foot-7 powerhouse –would be special.

Betts has already proven that she has unquestionable talent. This summer, she competed at the 2023 FIBA Women’s Americup, where she broke USA Basketball’s rebounding record – a skill that Close will utilize. Betts recorded a total of 76 rebounds at the tournament, surpassing the record from 1989.

Betts will finally be able to bring her talent to Pac-12 ball come fall season at UCLA. The two-time Colorado Gatorade Player of the Year spent her freshman season at Stanford, only averaging 9.7 minutes per game while competing for playing time against Cardinal phenoms such as Cameron Brink.

But as a Bruin, Betts will see more time on the court because her strength in the paint will benefit the team. Her presence will help other players shine. She’ll have dual roles, dishing the ball to Osborne and rising sophomore guards Kiki Rice and Londynn Jones, while also taking care of business on the defensive end to guard other Pac-12 centers.

As an already solid team, UCLA women’s basketball is rounded out by Betts’ arrival in Westwood. Not only does she add her own touch of talent, but she will make the team better as a whole. With more time on the court, she will wow the world of collegiate women’s basketball.

Emma Lineback, women’s water polo Felicia Keller, assistant Sports editor

The upperclassman void will certainly be felt by UCLA women’s water polo this season, following the departure of three graduate student powerhouses in attacker Val Ayala, center Ava Johnson and utility Katrina Drake.

But rising junior attacker Emma Lineback – who led the team this year in goals scored with 52 – is poised to take over the mantle of leadership and most trusted go-to for coach Adam Wright.

In the first half of last season, Lineback went on a run of hat tricks in six straight games from Jan. 22 to Feb. 4. Only recording a brace in her next game, Lineback now shares the record for most consecutive hat tricks with Tanya Gandy, who also stands on top of the all-time UCLA record books for most goals in a single season with 79.

This year could see Lineback’s name popping up on more record books as she takes on an even bigger role. The 2023 MPSF All-Academic and Second-Team honoree could potentially find a way onto the top-10 single-season goals list, an entry that will require a 65-goal season.

It’s certainly a difficult feat, but if there’s anyone on this roster that could pull it off, it’s Lineback. A game without a goal from Lineback was a rarity this season, with only four of UCLA’s 29 total games failing to see Lineback hit the back of the net. With a chance at history, the No. 17 cap will be one to follow this season.

Emily Lee, gymnastics

Benjamin Royer, assistant Sports editor

Replacing Jordan Chiles is no easy task. The Paris Olympics

hopeful is a consistent all-arounder who stuns at every meet. Who wouldn’t want that?

Luckily for coach Janelle McDonald, she did not need to sift through the transfer portal for a needle in a haystack – a difference-maker to fit into UCLA gymnastics.

She’s already got one on her team.

Rising junior Emily Lee is ready to take that next step. After recovering from an Achilles tear in 2021, Lee was a constant force in the Bruins’ lineups. She featured in all four events, including two stints in the all-around, and emerged as a budding star for the Bruins.

The Bruins will need Lee – along with rising sophomore Selena Harris – to clutch up and become a consistent high scorer in an effort to make up ground that Chiles otherwise would have covered for the Bruins.

Lee has already shown that she can.

To begin her collegiate career, Lee dropped on beam at last year’s season-opening Super 16 meet, recording a season-low 9.300. From then on, the former Team USA gymnast scored 9.900 or above on beam in eight of the remaining 13 meets and scored 9.875 or higher at least once on the other three apparatuses.

Now, with a full year under her belt with McDonald’s coaching staff, Lee could improve on her sophomore campaign and shine brightly in the Pauley Pavilion lights.

And she may even become the next Bruin to go viral.

Lexy Denaburg, beach volleyball

Cecilia Schmitz, assistant Sports editor

Lexy Denaburg’s nickname assigned by her teammates is "Beast."

The rising graduate student has been a starter for UCLA beach volleyball since her freshman year and has mostly played on Court 1, typically associated with each team’s elite pairing .

This season, Denaburg was predominantly at the ones with the Pac-12 Freshman of the Year, Maggie Boyd, where the pair went 24-6 against some of the best players in the country.

Denaburg has proven her versatility throughout her time at UCLA. Last season, she played both as a blocker for then-graduate student Lea Monkhouse and a defender for then-graduate student Abby Van Winkle. Either way, her athleticism, punctuated with powerful swings and sky-high blocks, has been acknowledged by numerous All-American and All-Pac-12 honors .

She has already begun to show her potential as a professional beach volleyball player.

This summer, Denaburg paired up with former Hawai'i player Carly Kan to take on the AVP Pros. The two finished third in the AVP Hermosa Beach Open, after battling their way past higherranked opponents.

The 2024 season will be her last at UCLA because of COVID eligibility rules, and she and fellow rising graduate students Rileigh Powers and Devon Newberry have yet to claim a national championship.

This season could very well mean a first title for the fifth-year and 122nd for UCLA. With Denaburg likely back on the top court with Boyd, she will bring veteran composure and her signature explosive athleticism.

After that, expect to see her making the rounds through the AVP Pro Series, and maybe even a potential summer Olympics appearance.

New hires prepare for seasons ahead

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"I definitely want to set the culture for our program," Um Holmes said. "I want it to be something positive and collaborative."

But when an offer arises from where you spent four formative years of your life, it may seem a little easier.

UCLA Athletics recently announced the hirings of numerous new coaches for the 2023-2024 school year following several high-profile departures.

The end of the 2023 seasons for UCLA beach volleyball and women’s golf coincided with the respective exit and retirement of their head coaches, Stein Metzger and Carrie Forsyth.

Instead of turning to outside prospects, the Bruins looked to individuals already within the program. Not only were the new head coaches hired formerly assistant coaches of these teams, but they were also former student-athletes who attended UCLA.

Alicia Um Holmes – the team’s previous associate head coach and member of the coaching staff since 2006 – was named UCLA women’s golf’s new head coach. Um Holmes competed for UCLA women’s golf as an undergraduate from 1997 to 2002.

When asked about her goals as head coach, Um Holmes emphasized the importance of an encouraging environment.

With over 20 years passing since Um Holmes’ time as a student-athlete, she said the number of opportunities for athletes has greatly increased, including the development of an on-campus practice facility.

Following three seasons as an athlete and 17 years as an assistant and associate coach under the tutelage of Forsyth, Um Holmes said her experience helps her understand her athletes’ needs.

"That’s really helped me to coach," Um Holmes said. "Understand that our kids need time to kind of rest and recover in order to be the best in the classroom and on the golf course."

The coaching transition for UCLA beach volleyball will also be taken over by its previous associate head coach, Jenny Johnson Jordan.

Like Um Holmes, Johnson Jordan was a Bruin as a member of the women’s volleyball squad from 1991 to 1995.

Johnson Jordan said she wants to replicate the team’s previous success.

"I hope to continue to bring a lot of the same things I did as an assistant," Johnson Jordan said. "Also, with the addition of Jose and Kelly (assistant

Starting a new job can be unfamiliar and daunting.

coaches Jose Loiola and Kelly Reeves), looking forward to creating some new things for a new team and continuing on the success that this program has already had over the years."

With the privileges of the position of head coach comes the ability to select new coaching staff.

The applicant pool for many of these roles also includes former Bruins who, like their new bosses, previously competed for UCLA. For instance, the women’s water polo team announced former player Brooke Maxson as a new assistant coach.

Johnson Jordan completed her new crew by hiring Reeves as an assistant coach, who has previous coaching experience with Loyola Marymount and San Diego. She played indoor volleyball at UCLA and participated in its inaugural season of beach volleyball in 2013. Johnson Jordan said Reeves’ mentality and experience played a role in the hiring decision.

"I know Kelly is a competitive person. She’s a hard worker," Johnson Jordan said. "The fact that she graduated from UCLA bodes well for her understanding of what it takes to be successful at UCLA."

Reeves added that her experience playing for UCLA helped in her decision to return to her alma mater.

"It was the perfect opportunity to come back to where it all began," Reeves said. "Once the opportunity was presented, I just seized the opportunity and threw my name in the hat."

Alongside coaching and competing professionally in beach volleyball since graduating from UCLA, Reeves co-hosts the podcast "Bet on Her" with an emphasis on empowering women in sports.

She said the focus on building community will help in her approach to this new position.

"It’s just a good opportunity for us to have that conversation and just really empower women and create a community," Reeves said. "It’ll be really good to be in a setting like this with the college athletics to incorporate and sprinkle a little bit of that type of mission statement."

Similarly to Um Holmes, Reeves recognized the changing tide of resources for student-athletes since her time as a Bruin. Such additions include the start of NIL deals and rise of social media.

"I didn’t have that when I was a student-athlete at UCLA," Reeves said. "It’s just crazy to see the growth of what that’s done the past 10 years."

But throughout the years, one thing that has not changed since these coaches suited up to play is the work ethic of being in a Division I program.

"Hard work is one of the values that’s been a cornerstone for our program throughout the years," Um Holmes said. "I think it’s paid off for us in the past."

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As I jumped 700 feet into the unknown, it was in that exhilarating moment of ultimate freedom that I discovered the power of simply letting go.

I never would have anticipated that one of the highest bungy bridges in the world, the Bloukrans Bridge in South Africa, would become a symbolic memory of enlightenment and growth for me – all in the span of a few life-changing minutes.

Moments before I jumped, I was filled with anxious thoughts as I contemplated all the terrifying things that could possibly go wrong and result in fatal consequences. A few deep breaths, prayers and positive affirmations later, I found myself at the edge of the bridge, looking down on a magnificent yet frightening sight.

This crazy idea I once had to bungy jump was now a reality. It was all fun and games until I was actually on the edge with no going back.

The only decision I could make at that very moment was to trust.

Trust in myself that I would have the courage to jump. Trust in the workers that they would flawlessly execute their tasks. And, ultimately, trust in a higher power that everything beyond my control would be OK.

Sometimes all you can do in life is trust. I had to let go of all my control in the most extreme situation imaginable and replace it with an abundance of trust.

And finally, I jumped.

The beauty and sensations that would instantly follow created an out-of-body experience I will never forget.

The vast mountains and scenic trees flew past me as I plummeted toward the breathtaking Bloukrans River. The wind hummed in my ear with lightning speed as gravity pulled me farther and farther down.

The nature was indescribably spectacular. The grand, picturesque view brought me pure feelings of tranquility and stillness that I long to experience again one day. It truly seemed as though I was alone in the whole entire world.

As the rebounds of the jump grew shorter, and I floated upside down waiting to be pulled up, all I could feel was gratitude. I was immensely grateful to fully exist and have the opportunity to witness the wonders of nature in a daring manner that tested my strength to the highest degree.

Nothing makes you more grateful for life than being on the brink of death.

As I continued basking in the captivating nature, I was interrupted by a pull on my rope and a friendly smile from the

TAKING A LEAP OF FAITH 700 FEET DOWN

worker who graciously came to rescue me. With his security and congratulatory remarks, I knew I would be safe as we returned up to the bridge.

The aftermath was nearly just as blissful as the jump. With the collective cheers from my proud friends, who also jumped and the overwhelming feelings of exhilaration, shock and euphoria, it felt like the greatest accomplishment of my life.

Looking back, those few chaotic minutes taught me valuable lessons that some may have taken a lifetime to learn. The insane act of bungy jumping can become a metaphor for life’s many challenges, especially those faced in early adulthood and college.

Attending UCLA can be an intimidating experience for any student, with the "No. 1 public university in the nation" mantra being heard from all corners of campus. With countless clubs, organizations, committees and research projects to join, the pressure to become involved and have everything figured out can be overwhelming, to say the least.

Throughout my college experience, I have mastered the skill of learning to let go and let things happen as they may. The most fulfilling positions I’ve held, friendships I’ve cultivated and experiences I’ve cherished have occurred under the most spontaneous circumstances.

Life is oftentimes the most beautiful when it happens naturally. Allowing myself to confidently trust and manifest that everything will eventually fall into place has made all the difference.

My college experience hasn’t turned out even remotely close to how I had originally anticipated, but the reality has exceeded my expectations. I entered UCLA with one major and not much to do, and now I somehow have three majors and quite a few extracurriculars to keep me busy.

Learning to embrace the uncertainty of life and all it has to offer keeps my motivation to try new things alive. We can never truly know the endless possibilities or consequences, but we can do our best to keep exploring and finding the good in it.

Taking risks is truly where we grow the most as human beings. It’s not every day that you have the opportunity to jump 700 feet off a bridge into thin air, but courage can be found in the little things that put you even slightly out of your comfort zone.

Sometimes what you’re most afraid of is what you should do the most.

Just trust and let go.

Newcomers at the Golden Door

BY NICOLAS GREAMO

ILLUSTRATED BY ALSTON KAO DESIGNED BY MIA TAVARES

"You’re not from around here, are you?"

For many students, college is a time for exploration, learning and self-discovery. The newfound independence and responsibilities of adulthood are hallmarks of the undergraduate experience, which represents the first time most students live away from their families.

But for some students, the opportunity of higher education also comes with the opportunity to live in another part of the world, saying goodbye to home in search of a new one with all the consequences that may entail.

The struggles of adapting to the first year of college are often universal to the experience of many first-year students, and those at UCLA are no exception. Because of the long distance away from home, out-of-state students may feel the effects of certain challenges more acutely than their in-state counterparts.

Many columnists from the Daily Bruin’s Opinion section have written about their experiences adjusting to their first year at UCLA after moving from Ohio, Toronto, Italy and other places from around the world.

As a third-year out-of-state student from Washington, D.C., I may have a distinct perspective on what the out-of-state experience really is like at UCLA.

From my own experiences, I have pieces of advice on how to best shape your own college experience in a place that may seem daunting and isolating, but one which you will hopefully be able to call home – at least for now.

My experience as a Bruin began in the shadow of the pandemic. After a year and a half spent mostly stuck indoors, starting college seemed like an opportunity to escape the monotony of living in the confines of my family’s home.

Of all the universities I could have chosen, UCLA was the furthest from D.C. For my family though, going to school 2,700 miles away from home was not entirely unprecedented. When she was only 17, my mom immigrated by herself to the United States from Finland to attend high school in New Mexico.

I took inspiration from my mother’s example and the courage that came with her decision to go far from home in pursuit of

her dreams.

But it’s also clear looking back how difficult it really was to leave my family for so long and live so far away. At first, I think the novelty of the place I found myself was overwhelming.

But soon the feelings of homesickness hit. Sometimes in waves, sometimes all at once, the emotional impact of my decision would strike me.

Those feelings of isolation certainly weren’t helped by how rare it was to find another student from the DMV, let alone the city of D.C. itself.

It was during this time that I began a habit of taking walks around campus at night. Without the crowds of students, I could appreciate the beauty of UCLA and clear my mind.

I recognize, of course, that even a simple activity like that is a privilege that not every student can necessarily take advantage of due to safety concerns.

Despite the difficulties of being so far from my family and friends in D.C., I found a new sense of community and belonging during my first day on campus when I met my roommates Kevin and Zhou.

This fall, we plan to continue being roommates, after two years of bonding through cooking meals together and exploring Los Angeles on public transportation (a difficult but not entirely impossible task that might be easier next year with the introduction of free public transit for UCLA students).

While UCLA is full of people, its size can often be intimidating and isolating in a way that smaller colleges might not be. Finding friends and building a support group here, however, is an essential step to adapting to the uncertainties and challenges of campus life.

One particularly valuable resource for out-of-state students is the Out-Of-State Student Association, which hosts events throughout the year that bring out-of-state and international students together for on-campus socials and off-campus trips.

In doing so, these events help to build community and establish a sense of solidarity between a set of students with a variety of lived experiences and united by their diversity.

This network is valuable because it’s important not to underestimate the mental and emotional effects of being homesick. Especially when they mix with everything else that brings stress into college life, whether it be academics, work, social life or anything else.

To combat these struggles, the university’s principal mental health program is Counseling and Psychological Services, which provides therapy and other wellness services for students. While this program is not without flaws, its services can be absolutely vital.

While transitioning to college life in a brand new city can be very challenging (and it’s essential to acknowledge that), it can also represent a formative experience, one that can help you grow on the path to adulthood.

Let go of your assumptions about living in LA. Embrace the many opportunities that this campus can provide. Your experience here, like everywhere else in our little universe, can only ever be what you make of it.

And don’t forget to bring some clothing for colder temperatures, seriously. Don’t end up like me getting ambushed by a hail storm on the way to a 9 a.m. class.

I can only hope this advice will be of some use to all those who’ve journeyed so far to join our Bruin community.

Wherever you may come from, welcome to UCLA. I hope you’ll enjoy your time here.

Comparing Yourself in College

BY RIA SANGHERA ILLUSTRATED BY HAYLEY VU DESIGNED BY ISABEL RUBIN-SAIKA

Sitting in class while the professor quickly scribbles on the chalkboard in what can only be described as hieroglyphics, sweat beads my brow as I look around the room. Is anyone else as lost as I am?

In a college environment, it can often seem isolating to face struggles when constantly surrounded by peers who appear to have their whole lives together. My first year at UCLA was an insane balancing act between bad test grades, falling out with friends, and my mom complaining I don’t call home enough. But by the end of the year, I felt more confident in my ability to tackle the challenges that came my way.

I have come to find that the key to my growth has been accepting help when I needed it and seeking resources to keep me on track toward achieving my goals. At a such a large university like UCLA, it is vital to be your own advocate.

"Once you come in, you realize there’s 30,000 undergraduates on this campus. How do I stand out or how do I fit in? At the end of the day you don’t need to fit in at all – just be you," said Naomi Hammonds, the president of UCLA’s Undergraduate Students Association Council.

Admittedly, being yourself can feel easier said than done. With the various social norms and trends among peers, it is possible to lose sight of who you are as a person. One’s differences should be embraced instead of hidden, especially at a school like UCLA that boasts over 1,000 student clubs and organizations.

"Don’t join something just for the sake of joining it. Coming to college is a time to find or continue interests from high school but also find other interests along the way," Hammonds said. "I truly and genuinely believe there is a spot for everybody. You just have to find it."

Many communities exist within UCLA that aim to align with students’ personal identities. For example, transfer students are a unique community to UCLA, making up over 30% of the student population.

"The transfer community is honestly the most tight-knit and easiest community to engage with and mobilize,"

said Thyra Cobbs, the USAC transfer student representative. "We come from a community college that is more collective, if we come into this individualistic institution still embracing our collectivism, we can accomplish so much."

Cobbs added that one of the reasons UCLA ranks so highly is largely due to contributions from the transfer student population and leads with the motto "power to the transfer." For Cobbs, a strong sense of self and recognition of one’s passions can help one overcome the pressure to compare oneself with others at UCLA.

"It was really a moment of realization that occurred throughout my first year realizing the cultural capital, the social capital, the educational capital I bring to the table," Cobbs said. "Not everybody is going to have the same experience, but I just encourage transfer students to do that for themselves now to save yourself the imposter syndrome, the culture shock, the internal conflict of trying to compare yourself."

This advice rings true for every incoming student.

Cobbs added that once she grounded herself in communities, she was able to take advantage of resources UCLA has to offer, like the McNair Research Scholars Program. Her various roles within USAC and community centers have also given her the platform to create targeted mental health weeks for varying identities, networking career fairs and increasing funding for student centers.

Once finding community at UCLA, the feeling of belonging can be shared by working to expand and provide community for others too.

Though, in addition to joining clubs, organizations and communities to find your place at UCLA, Counseling and Psychological Services also provide resources to help with students’ struggles if they ever feel like it is too much to do alone. In fact, there are a variety of resources available like supporting a students’ transition to college by providing group therapy sessions, wellness skills and workshops about imposter syndrome. Ultimately, it is essential to acknowledge that everyone’s path is different. Instead of comparing yourself to others and hyperfixating on each and every difference, find similarities. Join one another together in struggle and success, and find pride in your differences because they make you your unique self. You’re at UCLA for a reason: Now’s your time to find out why.

The Road To Lights, Camera, Action

The young woman ran for her life through the halls of Covel Commons. Familiar Mediterranean scents wafted up from Epicuria at Covel below, as the Creature stalked its next target. There was no hiding on the Hill. She turned and confronted the beast head on.

"And cut!"

To a passerby, it might have looked like the woman was running from shadows and talking to herself between UCLA’s dorms. But once rising fourth-year film and television student Brendon Milan-Howells’s crew digitally inserted its monster, Covel Commons became unrecognizable. By transforming UCLA’s campus into a movie set, Milan-Howells’s student film joined ranks with "Legally Blonde," "Oppenheimer" and dozens of other iconic movies.

Since the 1930s, UCLA has starred in over 300 films and TV shows. To manage its on-screen popularity, the UCLA Events Office has created strict filming guidelines that apply to every production, no matter its budget or scope. For professional filmmakers, these clear guidelines streamline their projects, but for student filmmakers finding their footing in the industry, the process can become a major obstacle.

Location managers need to start the detailed permitting process up to a month before cameras arrive at UCLA. The Events Office works with the filmmakers to plan every detail of

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their shoot in advance, from the exact locations they will film to where they will park their vehicles.

The Events Office requires a unique permit for each location on campus. When a person wants to film in the Franklin D. Murphy Sculpture Garden, the Events Office will ask what part of the sculpture garden. If a student asks to film a single table at Northern Lights, they will need an additional permit to put

their equipment on a second table.

William McDonald, head of cinematography at the UCLA Department of Film, Television and Digital Media, said the more complex a shoot, the more permits are required. This procedure presents a major challenge for some students.

"It’s tough getting permits on campus," Milan-Howells said. "It really is."

According to a statement from the UCLA Events Office, about 75% of UCLA student permit requests are fulfilled. The office also prioritizes UCLA student permit requests over outside entities, such as film students from other schools.

Additionally, film sets cannot show any brand-protected UCLA signage or colors, so production teams have to get creative to circumvent these restrictions. For example, when writer and producer Liesl Wilke shot "Lines" in December, she disguised 40 UCLA banners with green felt. Wilke also scissorlifted gargoyles over Kerckhoff Hall, all to create a fictional school that did not obviously resemble UCLA.

But transforming UCLA’s campus into another space and time can be easier said than done when factoring in the Event Office’s long permitting process. This extended timeline often deters students from even applying for a film permit.

Christian Alan, who graduated from UCLA in 2023, filmed several short films and web series during his time at UCLA. Rather than work on campus, Alan opted to use various apartment buildings as unconventional sets. He said his team did not use UCLA because of the permitting requirements, preferring the convenience of accessing locations through friends.

Although professionals like Wilke alter their set to fit their unique stories, the physical image of campus is one of the reasons individuals and organizations widely seek out UCLA’s filming permits. In one of his film classes, McDonald assigns students to only film on campus. This restriction turns out to be a blessing in disguise, he says, as the campus is so versatile.

"You can be in a bamboo forest, and you can make a bamboo forest be anywhere on planet earth you want," McDonald said. "Then shoot in the Royce Hall quad, and suddenly you’re in Renaissance Italy, if you want it to be."

"We don’t really use UCLA because you need a lot of permits," Alan said. "You just find people that have the resources that you’re looking for."

However, Alejandro Martin-Cruz, Alan’s collaborator and fellow class of 2023 alumnus, said UCLA’s campus still inspired their films. The duo developed a pattern of locating compelling on-campus locations then seeking similar spots off campus to mimic UCLA’s aesthetic without the permit hassle. For example, they originally planned to film a 2023 web series episode within The Study at Hedrick, one of UCLA’s to-go dining options, but they ended up reserving space in a

“We don’t really use UCLA because you need a lot of permits,” Alan said. “You just find people that have the resources that you’re looking for.”

different cafe that resembled the on-campus location.

"Sometimes, because film permits are more for higher production things rather than student films, we would have to find alternatives," Martin-Cruz said.

Milan-Howells persisted through the process in order to get a film permit for the sex-positive short film he produced at Covel Commons, "After Hours." Milan-Howells said the eerie atmosphere created by the commons made him want to secure the specific location for the film.

Other students are not as successful securing permits as Milan-Howells. McDonald said this permitting process is a key

"Even though you have to jump through these hoops initially, they’re used to it," Wilke said. "They know what they’re doing, and they can call out to you things that might be problematic." Outside organizations also have to pay for each location they permit, which can cost tens of thousands of dollars. Wilke said that although UCLA was the most expensive location for their whole production, she found the price tag worthwhile and preferred paying a university instead of a movie studio.

According to the Events Office, these permit fees generate funding toward student services such as recreation and ASUCLA programming. The Events Office also waives Bruins’ permitting fees, so UCLA student filmmakers only pay for their direct costs like parking.

The fact that this otherwise expensive option is nearly free for UCLA students enhances the draw for permitting by students. Despite the long-winded process, many students want to utilize this free resource before they graduate.

"Anybody who wants to make a film, whether they’re a film student or not, can do so and do it in a way that they really get to practice sharing their voice and vision with the campus and others," McDonald said.

lesson in and of itself for students hoping to manage postgrad productions.

"It’s very good training," McDonald said. "You have to give them a kind of lead time, so it’s very good at teaching people how to go through a process to secure what it is they want."

Outside filmmakers encounter similar bureaucratic hurdles to UCLA students, but the professionals express different perspectives on this slow-moving process. Several non-Bruin filmmakers were pleasantly surprised by the ease of UCLA’s system compared to other popular locations. Jessie Gonzales, a 2023 graduate of California State University, Northridge, filmed part of the documentary "Eye of the Sun" on UCLA’s campus. Gonzales’ documentary features a NASA scientist who spoke to a group of data scientists at UCLA in late March. Gonzales said that compared to their other filming locations, including the Griffith Observatory and locations throughout Pasadena, UCLA was a smooth and easy process.

"There wasn’t as many hurdles as some of the other locations we had to film at," Gonzales said. "UCLA was really good at that. And, of course, it can’t go wrong with having a pretty campus."

Professional filmmakers also praised UCLA’s process when compared to other universities. Wilke shot her autobiographical short film "Lines" on campus. She initially reached out to Princeton University, the real-life setting of her story, for filming permissions. She said she was turned away because Princeton only permits research-based or documentary films.

"The process there is, they just said, ‘No,’" Wilke said. "I’m kind of mad about that. I went to school there, I sent you checks, and really, this is a true story of something that happened there. So why not?"

She then looked into the University of Washington because of its campus’s aesthetic similarities to Princeton. However, the school also rejected her permit requests because of the toll recent filming projects took on the campus.

When Wilke reached out to UCLA, she was met with more paperwork than the other universities, but she observed a more organized and established system for receiving the rights to film. She was not immediately shut down as she was at the narrowly focused Princeton or the newly-cautious UW.

While Milan-Howells opted to repeatedly jump through hoops to score the set of his dreams for "After Hours," the permitting process continues to push him and other Bruin filmmakers to think beyond rigid guidelines when sourcing locations.

For their most recent filmmaking venture, Martin-Cruz and Alan found themselves on the rooftop of a Westwood apartment. The duo worked in the afternoon sun to wrap up the last episode of their teen drama web series, "An Unplanned Milestone." Unlike applying for the Covel Commons set, securing this picturesque Los Angeles view only required texting a friend.

A crew member laid on his stomach holding the concealed microphone behind a couch pillow, and Alan hovered nearby with a clipboard. The actor repeated her shocked reaction dozens of times as murmurs of 405 Freeway traffic and buzzing Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center helicopters interrupted her line.

The cameras kept rolling until Alan finally exclaimed, "And cut!" for all the rooftops of Westwood to hear.

“Even though you have to jump through these hoops initially, they’re used to it,” Wilke said. “They know what they’re doing, and they can call out to you things that might be problematic.”

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