With the arrival of the Spring Equinox, UCLA was in a festive mood for the new season. On March 9, 2025, UCLA welcomed the Farhang Foundation as they hosted their 15th annual Nowruz celebration. Throughout Dickson Court, thousands of attendees were met with various music, food, dances and crafts beautifully showcasing Iranian culture.
LA County released its latest annual report on reported hate crimes throughout the county, and the numbers show that hate crimes against Asians are still on the rise. The COVID-19 pandemic led to an enormous spike in anti-Asian sentiment, and this harmful trend seems to have no end in sight.
Democrat Derek Tran has come out on top against Republican incumbent Michelle Steel in the race for California’s 45th Congressional District Sheet. However, that race was unclear until the last of the votes were counted, demonstrating the stark partisan divide in LA County and Orange County.
As the 2024 presidential election comes to a close, one trend stands out: Asian American voters continue to shift toward the Republican Party. This movement from blue to red is now more visible than ever, and it opens up new discussions and questions for future elections.
October marks a time to honor the culture, history, and achievements of the Pilipino American community. At UCLA, students and organizations are celebrating their legacy with various events throughout campus.