UCLA leadership

“I will continue to be in constant communication with you on key decisions,” the chancellor wrote in a message today to the campus community.

“UCLA has faced defining moments before, and we get through them — together,” the chancellor wrote in a message today to the campus community.

Chancellor Julio Frenk shared a message with the campus community about developments related to federal research funding at UCLA.

A Harvard-trained health economist, Knaul has been engaged in public health research, social development and advocacy throughout her career.

The UCLA College commencement was a celebration of remarkable graduates and the strength of the university’s values in a shifting world.

On June 5, he was inaugurated as our seventh chancellor. Here, a peek at some of the action behind the scenes of the momentous event.

From a surprise piano performance to opera to ensembles, UCLA students and local artists brought musical connection to the historic moment.

At his June 5 investiture in Royce Hall, the chancellor laid out a bold vision for the future. “UCLA is more than ready to meet the moment,” he said.

On June 5, 2025, Julio Frenk was formally inaugurated as UCLA’s seventh chancellor at Royce Hall, where he set out his collective vision for UCLA’s future.

Attendees — some of whom had previously met the chancellor — were inspired and hopeful after Thursday’s ceremony.

Six of UCLA’s leading scholars and artists from across disciplines showcased the incredible depth, breadth and impact of Bruin scholarship and innovation. 

Highlights from the Los Angeles Times, Univision, Spectrum News 1 and others.

The chancellor, also a faculty member at the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health, discusses how he found his academic calling and why public health matters now more than ever.

From the June 5 ceremony and the June 4 Bruin Talks symposium to UCLA’s arts, cultural and scholarly offerings, this is your guide to inauguration week.

The University of Washington scholar, educator and administrator will join UCLA this fall.

A renowned musicologist widely recognized for his seminal scholarship on Czech and Eastern European music, Beckerman will begin his role this fall.

The LAPD veteran, law professor and UCLA alum says building relationships and clear communication are vital to creating a stronger campus.

Honored by the City Council, the chancellor spoke about the many ways the university connects to L.A. through service, research and education.

The UCLA alum, a filmmaker and scholar, is currently dean of the arts at UC Santa Cruz. She will begin her new role on July 1.

Wildfires carved an unprecedented trail of destruction through the city. The UCLA community has met the moment with generosity, support and a commitment to help Angelenos recover.

The executive vice chancellor and provost was recognized for his pioneering work as an academic leader, bridge builder and champion of media diversity.

Three works to put on your bedside table.

We asked our new chancellor, an opera buff: What works should everyone experience?

He has already led organizations in government and academia. Now, Julio Frenk prepares to steer UCLA into the future.

Julio Frenk had some pressing questions about L.A., his new city. We turned to UCLA experts to fill in the blanks.