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Gabriela Jaquez Leads UCLA Women's Basketball to Historic Final Four

#UCLA #FinalFour

Gabriela Jaquez of UCLA prepares for their Final Four game against UConn while reflecting on her historic program's journey. With a focus on staying balanced and calm, Jaquez looks ahead to more challenging games and maintaining her poise throughout. read more


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UCLA Women's Basketball Makes History, Advances to First Final Four

#UCLA #FinalFour

UCLA women secure Final Four spot with victory against LSU after Gabriela Jaquez scores crucial 3-pointer late in the game. Jaquez's stellar performance, shooting accuracy, and team's historic win mark a monumental achievement for the program. read more

UCLA and South Carolina Secure Final Four Spots in NCAA

#UCLA #SouthCarolina

UCLA makes history by advancing to the program's first Final Four after defeating LSU 72-65. South Carolina also secures their spot in the Final Four. UCLA overcomes LSU with depth, shooting, and defense, while South Carolina's experience and execution lead to victory. read more

"JuJu Watkins Leads USC Trojans to Upset Victory Over UCLA"

#USC #UCLA

USC's JuJu Watkins led the team to a 71-60 victory over No 1 UCLA, ending their 23-game win streak. Watkins scored 38 points with eight blocks, propelling USC to their first win over a top-ranked team since 1983. read more

UCLA Faces High Overtime Costs for Policing Protests

#UCLA #LAPD

UCLA and LAPD went overbudget, spending over $630,000 on police overtime to disperse Gaza protests on campus. The protests led to arrests, injuries, and questions about the necessity of the heavy security presence. read more

UCLA Ordered to Prevent Pro-Palestinian Protests Blocking Jewish Students

#UCLA #Protests

A judge ruled that UCLA cannot let pro-Palestinian protesters block Jewish students' access to campus, marking the first ruling against a university in US over demonstrations against the Israel-Hamas war. The students who filed the lawsuit celebrated the decision. read more

#UCLA #IsraelHamas

Dr. Julio Frenk, current University of Miami president, is set to become UCLA's new chancellor amid campus protests regarding Israel-Hamas war. Incumbent Gene Block's retirement leaves a campus in turmoil as Frenk prepares to take over in January 2025. read more

#UCLA #ProtestStrike

Unionized academic workers strike at UCLA over pro-Palestinian protests, returning to work after a court order. The United Auto Workers vow further actions as they protest unfair labor practices. read more

#UCLA #Protest

Pro-Palestinian protesters clash with police at UCLA campus, resulting in 25 arrests for setting up unlawful encampments. Aerial footage shows scuffles as demonstrators carry a fake coffin with a Palestinian flag. read more

#UCLA #ProtestDiscipline

A California officer detains a protester at UCLA, leading to 55 students facing sanctions for pro-Palestinian protests. UCLA campus protests involve possible degree withholding and disciplinary actions. The crackdown on demonstrators aligns with nationwide actions against anti-Israel activism. read more

#UCLA #protests

Vigilantes attacked unarmed civilians at UCLA while state police stood by, highlighting lawlessness. The assault during campus protests escalated into violence as police failed to intervene, sparking concerns over the implications of state-sanctioned violence. read more

#UCLA #CampusSafety

Police officers in riot gear were on UCLA campus last week amid protests and violence, including attacks on pro-Palestinian demonstrators. UCLA responds with a new campus safety office to better protect the community and investigate security processes. read more

#UCLA #PalestineSituation

Los Angeles police officers clear an encampment at UCLA leading to over 2,000 arrests as pro-Palestinian protests spread on US campuses. Meanwhile, Turkey halts trade with Israel over Gaza, and the trial for US torture in Iraq collapses. read more

#UCLA #protestviolence

UCLA workers clean up after police remove pro-Palestinian students, prompting violence and arrests. Students demand divestment from pro-Israeli companies, leading to clashes and campus upheaval. Final exams proceed as usual amid lingering tensions. read more

#UCLA #ProPalestinianDemonstrations

California police raid and arrest protesters at a pro-Palestinian camp on UCLA campus, using flashbangs and loudspeakers to disperse demonstrators. The incident is part of ongoing US campus protests related to the Israel-Gaza conflict. read more

#UCLA #AbortionBan

Police confront students after dismantling part of their Gaza solidarity encampment barricade on UCLA campus Thursday, escalating tensions. Arizona repeals near-total 1864 abortion ban after state supreme court ruling. # # read more

#UCLA #CampusProtests

Law enforcement officers gathered at UCLA after pro-Israel supporters attacked a pro-Palestinian protest camp, leading to a tense standoff with protesters warned of arrest if they did not disperse. The incident is part of a larger spread of campus protests across the US. read more

#UCLA #campusprotests

A violent attack by masked individuals on a pro-Palestinian encampment at UCLA shocked students, with slow responses from authorities. Tensions between pro-Palestine and pro-Israel groups have been escalating on campus, leading to clashes and chaos, creating further divisions. read more

#UCLA #ColumbiaUnrest

Violent clashes erupt at UCLA as pro-Israeli counter-demonstrators attack pro-Palestinian camp, leading to arrests. Campus police intervene. Similarly, Columbia University calls NYPD to disperse anti-war protesters, leading to arrests and threats of expulsions. UCLA and Columbia show contrasting responses to protests. read more

#UCLA #ProtestClashes

Violent clashes erupted at UCLA campus between pro-Palestinian and counter-protesters, leading to law enforcement intervention. University condemns the violence. Similar protests seen at Columbia University in New York, with police removing demonstrators after tensions escalated. read more

#ColumbiaUniversity #UCLA

Police cleared pro-Palestinian protesters from Columbia University and clashes erupted at UCLA. The Columbia protest ended dramatically with arrests, while violence at UCLA prompted a mutual aid response. The demonstrations were part of nationwide campus protests against Israel's offensive. read more

#UCLA #IsraelHamas

Pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli demonstrators clashed at the University of California, Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California, amid ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Thousands of students and outside members attended the rallies, resulting in skirmishes and calls for divestment from Israel. read more