UCLA Magazine

As it celebrates both 30 years of bringing innovative theater to Westwood and its unique bond with UCLA, the Geffen Playhouse continues to enchant.

The iconic comedian just endowed a scholarship at UCLA. She talks about how Westwood became the spot where her rise to stardom began.

In an era of shadowy politics, UCLA professor Jeff Lewis is shining a light on how Congress actually votes.

Breaking new ground in understanding human bonds is the mission of a diverse cadre of UCLA researchers.

UCLA’s scholarly and creative work travels far beyond our labs, studio spaces and classrooms. It serves our communities.

It’s the question almost every parent in America is asking these days. The answer is: Yes. The case for higher education is a case for humanity.

The UCLA Research Park is two years away from opening its doors. But it’s already buzzing with energy and ideas.

A legendary UCLA professor, Donald Shoup left a brilliant, if odd, legacy: He taught America how to park.

6 tips on how to push back — nicely — on those who say college isn’t worth it.

Dino Di Carlo is on a mission to build a more humane connection between people and the technology they use.

At a time when everyone seems to be shouting and no one seems to be listening, UCLA’s Campus Community Conversations are building bridges across differences, one chat at a time.

Editorial and art contributors to the Winter 2026 issue of UCLA Magazine.

A Bruin guide to this month’s most intriguing events at UCLA.

A Bruin guide to this month’s most intriguing events at UCLA.

After a tumultuous 2025, what’s in store for next year? Six UCLA faculty members weigh in on what the future holds.

In case you missed ’em, these were our favorite stories of the year.

A Bruin guide to this month’s most intriguing events at UCLA.

UCLA Library Special Collections aims to plant a flag in fashion scholarship by leveraging its bold archive in new, exciting ways.

Frank Sinatra’s daughter gifts her dad’s grand piano to UCLA.

Drawing on his UCLA roots, Alan Muraoka became one of the most beloved people ever to befriend Big Bird.

Anderson economist Jana Gallus studies how nonmonetary rewards can motivate people — and help solve society’s problems.

Almost 60 years after graduating from UCLA, the 83-year-old artist, historian, writer and intellectual giant continues to open our eyes by putting a new lens on the past.

The style icon’s trusted protégée and friend explains why it’s time the fashion designer got her proper due — and why UCLA was the right place to make it happen.

Here are the highlights of the address from UCLA’s new leader when he formally assumed the role at the June ceremony.

The students of UCLA’s Engineers Without Borders club partner with nonprofits to solve the world’s toughest problems.