Thanks to the lovely 405 freeway, I was running a bit late to our meeting. I called Professor Hakak to inform him that I was coming as quickly as possible. “Don’t worry! Don’t worry! Take your time!” was his response,…
USAC meeting to vote on SJP’s divestment resolution will be live-tweeted and live-streamed
For months, students have been preparing for the grueling USAC meeting to vote on a Resolution to Divest from Companies that Violate Palestinian Human Rights. Tonight, the months of planning come to an end, as students wield their words in…
Campus Mensch: David Joseph from head to heart
For David Joseph, the summer of 2012 started and ended the way most adventures do: without any plans, but with an amazing story to tell. When he joined the American Jewish World Service for a trip to northern Uganda, he…
Hope for dialogue in the “Promised Land”
Ari Shavit, Israeli reporter and columnist for Haaretz and author of the new book My Promised Land: The Triumph and Tragedy of Israel, made a quick stop at UCLA on his United States book tour — a stop which galvanized hundreds…
Achy Breaky Heart, a Collaborative Effort
Sunday night’s Achy Breaky Heart, a Valentine’s Day themed fundraiser, combined the caring efforts of Bruins for Israel and GlobeMed at UCLA to support the charity organizations Save a Child’s Heart and Mpoma Community HIV/AIDS Initiative, with a fun and…
Sigma Alpha Mu is returning to UCLA
Sigma Alpha Mu, also known as “Sammy,” is in the process of returning to UCLA. Sigma Alpha Mu is a historically Jewish, non-hazing, social fraternity that was built on the ideals of leadership, academic achievement, philanthropic excellence and professional development.…
Russian Shabbat at Chabad
For the attendees of this past week’s Shabbat dinner hosted by Chabad at UCLA, the Russian-themed Shabbat was a welcomed comfort, especially at a time when, for many college students, stress has increased with midterms. The theme of Russian Shabbat…
A confrontation: the Israeli Rabbinate and Democracy
Perhaps no Israeli institution has garnered as much criticism lately as the Israeli Rabbinate. In the last several weeks, a series of scandals and controversies have left the Rabbinate reeling under intense public scrutiny. Among several recent controversial decisions is…
10 Reasons to Join Ha’Am
1. You love Jews. It’s okay to admit this to yourself. We love Jews too. And since a lot of the world doesn’t, we think it’s important to publish articles that draw attention to the amazing innovations and advancements in…
Chabad Welcome Back Grill & Chill BBQ keeps sustenance flowing to the Westwood Bayit
In the Westwood Bayit’s second BBQ of week 1, Chabad at UCLA brought burgers, hot dogs, and kebabs to feed the hungry students. While Rabbi Dovid Gurevich diligently flipped the grilled meats, Elisa Gurevich’s conversation and salads made their way…