The “new normal” of Zoom screens and mask-wearing has changed some students’ perspectives on relationships, mindfulness and priorities.
Katie Kester, a second-year molecular, cell and developmental biology student, said the pandemic allowed her to learn how important it is to foster relationships with others.

A long-awaited summer is on the horizon as an eventful three quarters at UCLA come to a close.
 
With fewer restrictions and more vaccinations, a new school year awaits us as the 2020-2021 school year becomes history — so let’s take a look back at some of the most defining moments.

This Week in the News serves as The Quad’s space for reflection on current events at and around UCLA. Every week, Daily Bruin staffers will analyze some of the most significant stories to keep readers up to speed.

In the past year, the United States witnessed a surge of racial activism following the uptick in racially motivated violence.
Anti-Asian hate crimes are no exception to this and have skyrocketed due to the pandemic.

This Pride Month, a few Bruins discuss what it is like to be a transgender athlete amid political conversations.
The recent wave of anti-transgender legislation in America has honed in on athletics.

This post was updated May 31 at 6:20 p.m.
Amid increasing nationwide antisemitism and negativity in the media, finding positive outlets for cultural and religious expression can be important.

This Week in the News serves as The Quad’s space for reflection on current events at and around UCLA. Every week, Daily Bruin staffers will analyze some of the most significant stories to keep readers up to speed.