Why are ucla students bruins?

UCLA students are called Bruins because the school's athletic teams are nicknamed the Bruins. The nickname was adopted in 1924, and while the exact origin isn't definitively settled, it's widely believed to be a reference to the California grizzly bear, which was once abundant in the region (though now extinct in California). The grizzly bear is a powerful and imposing creature, reflecting the desired spirit and strength of the university's athletic teams. While "Bruin" is a less direct translation than "grizzly bear," it retains the imagery of a large and formidable animal.