Paula Ortega-Verdugo named to 2025–26 MIND the Future cohort November 10, 2025 She’s one of 10 faculty members nationwide selected for the American Association for Dental, Oral and Cranofacial Research program.
UCLA receives 13 regional CASE Awards for campus communications November 5, 2025 The awards recognized work by Strategic Communications, UCLA Magazine, Geffen School of Medicine and UCLA Health, and the College.
35 years of PROPS: UCLA’s transformative program supports rising psychology students November 4, 2025 PROPS, more formally known as Psychology Research Opportunity Programs, has been helping students for 30+ years.
Steven Furlanetto named an American Physical Society Fellow for his research in cosmology October 31, 2025 He was honored for his research on early structures in the universe and their impact on cosmic reionization.
Justin Caram named 2025 Experimental Physics Investigator October 31, 2025 The honor comes with an award of $1.3M to fund new and imaginative projects in physics.
He wrote the book on Michael Jordan’s cultural influence October 31, 2025 In “Air Jordan,” UCLA professor Adam Bradley explores the NBA legend’s life, legacy and enduring impact.
Open enrollment for UCLA employee, retiree benefits begin Oct. 30, 2025 October 30, 2025 The open enrollment period, which runs through Nov. 21, is UC employees’ chance to sign up for or make changes to their benefits.
Dr. Jian Li honored for exceptional contribution to research into cardiovascular diseases October 28, 2025 Li, a professor of environmental health sciences and epidemiology, was recognized by International Commission on Occupational Health.
How big a deal is California’s Proposition 50? October 28, 2025 UCLA law professor and voting rights expert Rick Hasen weighs in on the congressional redistricting measure.
Dr. Shant Shekherdimian speaks during UN General Assembly on UCLA team’s work with Armenian health care October 24, 2025 The interim chief of the division of pediatric surgery discussed health care policies, legislation and programs he and his team have spearheaded.
Who’s driving? AI, futurism and the city behind the wheel October 23, 2025 Peter Lunenfeld reflects on what new technologies reveal about the myths and realities of L.A. ahead of his Oct. 31 Faculty Research Lecture.
Dr. Antoni Ribas recognized for transforming cancer treatment October 23, 2025 Ribas was named the 17th Annual Weinman Award recipient in recognition of his pioneering research in cancer immunotherapy.
Mark Peterson receives inaugural APSA Career Achievement Award in Health Politics and Policy October 22, 2025 The award recognizes Peterson’s decades-long contributions to understanding and shaping health policy.
Raffi Joe Wartanian awarded poet laureate fellowship from Academy of American Poets October 22, 2025 The honor is intended to support the laureates’ own writing and to fund public service activities in their home cities.
3 UCLA faculty members elected to the National Academy of Medicine October 20, 2025 Neurologist S. Thomas Carmichael, lung specialist Paul W. Noble and public health pioneer Ninez A. Ponce are UCLA's newest members.
2025 Nobel Prizes: Wins for UCLA and a record-setting year for the University of California October 17, 2025 Discover more about UCLA's Nobel-winning research and the five Nobel honors across the UC system.
Matthew Mimiaga recognized with Harvard Alumni Award of Merit October 17, 2025 The UCLA Fielding professor received the highest honor presented to alumni of the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
Jason De León honored by American Anthropological Association October 17, 2025 The UCLA professor will also receive the Derrick Bell Award at the Western Center on Law and Poverty’s annual event.
Sean Metzger receives Betty Jean Jones Award for work as mentor and teacher at UCLA and beyond October 16, 2025 The honor that recognizes outstanding teaching and mentorship in drama education.
Kimberlé Crenshaw honored for her racial justice scholarship and advocacy October 16, 2025 Crenshaw has been honored for her groundbreaking work in critical race studies and educational advocacy.
In memoriam: Kent Wong, 69, immigrant rights champion and former director of UCLA Labor Center October 15, 2025 Wong, a professor and key founder of UCLA’s labor studies department, served as director of the center for 32 years.
LPPI faculty director Amada Armenta’s personal history influences her policy efforts October 15, 2025 The UCLA professor and alumna’s pride in her heritage inspires her to empower Latino communities through her work.
‘The Truth about Freedom’: Third annual UCLA Barbra Streisand Lecture set for Oct. 23 October 15, 2025 The public lecture by Timothy Snyder will include a panel discussion with UCLA’s Ju Hui Judy Han and Shannon Speed.
UCLA recognizes faculty whose work has had a lasting public impact October 14, 2025 The annual research awards honor those translating discoveries into measurable benefits for society.
Dr. David Rigberg named 41st president of the Western Vascular Society October 13, 2025 As president, Rigberg will preside over all society meetings and business as ex officio member of seven committees.