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University of Miami president named as new chancellor at UCLA

Dr Julio Frenk to succeed Gene Block amid scrutiny of university’s handling of pro-Palestinian protests

The Guardian - US · Jun 13, 2024

UCLA names new chancellor as campus is still reeling from protests over Israel-Hamas war

The president of the University of Miami has been chosen to become the next chancellor of the University of California, Los Angeles, where the retiring incumbent is leaving a campus roiled by protests over Israel’s war in Gaza

The Independent UK · Jun 12, 2024

UCLA police arrest young man for alleged felony assault in attack on pro-Palestinian encampment

An 18-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly taking part in a violent attack on a pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of California, Los Angeles, last month

The Independent UK · May 24, 2024

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Police arrest man suspected of assaulting pro-Palestinian demonstrators at UCLA

Edan On, 18, held on $30,000 bail after being identified by CNN throwing objects and beating protesters with wooden pole

The Guardian - US · May 24, 2024

House Republicans assail university head for negotiated end to Gaza protest

Northwestern president becomes lightning rod in Republican-led committee hearing also featuring chiefs of Rutgers and UCLA

The Guardian - US · May 23, 2024

College Presidents Grilled Over Campus Antisemitism

College presidents faced intense scrutiny over campus antisemitism during a congressional hearing, with accusations of inadequate response and politicization.

UCLA Chancellor Faces Lawmakers Over Campus Anti-Semitism

Chancellor Gene Block of UCLA faces congressional scrutiny over anti-Semitism on campus.

UCLA Chancellor To Address Anti-Semitism Concerns On Capitol Hill

Chancellor Gene Block of UCLA to testify on anti-Semitism concerns at Capitol Hill following recent campus clash with LAPD.

UCLA police chief reassigned following criticism over handling of campus demonstrations

The police chief at the University of California, Los Angeles, has been reassigned amid criticism of his handling of campus demonstrations

The Independent UK · May 22, 2024

Why far-right groups are disrupting US campus protests: ‘When there’s so much attention, they show up’

Gaza counter-protesters at UCLA took part in anti-LGBTQ+ and anti-vaccine events across southern California, researchers say

The Guardian - US · May 10, 2024

More than 800 faculty and staff at UCLA call for chancellor’s resignation

Move comes after counter-protesters’ attack on pro-Palestinian student demonstrators and violent police raid on encampment

The Guardian - US · May 9, 2024

UCLA creates campus safety role amid condemnation of response to mob attack

University and police denounced as masked group marched on campus and attacked pro-Palestinian demonstrators last week

The Guardian - US · May 6, 2024

Columbia University cancels main graduation ceremony due to Gaza protests

Columbia University is cancelling its main, university-wide commencement ceremony amid ongoing pro-Palestinian protests but will hold smaller school-based ceremonies this week and next, the university announced Monday.

France 24 · May 6, 2024

Fresh arrests on US campuses as police break up Gaza protest camp at UCLA

Police forcibly removed scores of defiant pro-Palestinian protesters at several universities on Thursday, including taking down an encampment at the University of California in Los Angeles (UCLA) in a jarring scene that underscored the heightened chaos that has erupted at universities this week.

France 24 · May 3, 2024

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Over 200 Arrested At UCLA For Resisting Dispersal Orders

Over 200 individuals arrested at UCLA for failing to disperse from an illegal encampment, leading to a significant law enforcement response.

Over 200 Arrested At UCLA Campus Encampment

Over 200 individuals arrested for failing to disperse from illegal encampment at UCLA.

International Business Times · May 2, 2024

Bitterness At UCLA As Gaza Protest Cleared

Dozens of overturned tents, "Free Palestine" signs strewn on the lawn, keffiyehs and flashlights discarded in haste: not much of the pro-Palestinian protest encampment was left Thursday morning at the University of California, Los Angeles.

Fifteen Injured In UCLA Protest Clash, One Hospitalized

Clash at UCLA leads to injuries, hospitalization, and investigations. Security protocols under review.

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WEKU · May 1, 2024

Violence erupts at UCLA as protests over Israel's war in Gaza escalate across the U.S.

Members of pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel groups in Los Angeles clashed, with reports of fireworks and pepper spray use. Elsewhere, universities are tearing down encampments and arresting students.

The Independent UK · Dec 15, 2022

California Regents vote to affirm UCLA's move to Big Ten

UCLA has cleared a major hurdle toward joining the Big Ten Conference in 2024, getting approval for the move from the University of California Board of Regents

Los Angeles Times · Dec 15, 2022

After months of haggling, UC regents finally bless UCLA’s move to the Big Ten

LOS ANGELES — After months of haggling over UCLA’s end-around move to join the Big Ten Conference, the University of California regents are stepping aside and allowing the departure to proceed as planned.

Los Angeles Times · Nov 18, 2022

UC regents delay final decision on UCLA’s Big Ten move until December

Despite UCLA’s push for clarity, the University of California Board of Regents declined Thursday to settle questions surrounding the Bruins’ move to the Big Ten and instead plans to finalize a decision at a Dec. 14 special meeting.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 24, 2022

With surging admissions demand, UC aims to grow by 33,000 California students by 2030

LOS ANGELES — The University of California, facing record surges in applications, is aiming to increase seats for California students by as many as 33,000 by 2030 — the equivalent of building a new campus.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 24, 2022

UC could grow by 33,000 California students, equivalent of new campus, to meet surging demand

The University of California, facing record surges in applications, could increase seats for California students by as many as 33,000 by 2030 — the equivalent of building a new campus.

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