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Julio Frenk gets candid in fireside chat with Student Affairs staff – and gets a standing ovation
The chancellor’s ‘students first’ message resounded with those attending the Illuminate Conference Jan. 30.
Julio Frenk: Developing a collective vision for UCLA’s future
The chancellor will hold a series of UCLA Connects: Listening Exercise conversations with the Bruin community beginning in early February.
Chon Noriega appointed interim dean of UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television
Noriega, currently a distinguished professor at the school, will begin his tenure Feb. 1 and serve until June 30 — or until a permanent dean is appointed.
Watch: UCLA Connects town halls on the L.A. fires and campus
Campus leaders hosted four virtual events to inform and hear from students, parents and employees, from Jan. 13 through 16.
Jan. 16: UCLA pivoting to modified operations Friday; in-person instruction resumes next week
Chancellor Julio Frenk today shared a message with the campus community about changes to campus operations and academic instruction.
Jan. 16: Research ramp-up update for faculty, graduate students, postdocs and staff
UCLA’s Roger Wakimoto and Michael Beck sent a message to researchers about ramping up activities as UCLA returns to in-person work and instruction.
Jan. 16 Supporting UCLA students through our gradual return
UCLA's Monroe Gorden Jr. and Michael Beck today sent a message to students about returning to campus and the resources available to them.
Jan. 16: Support for employees as UCLA transitions to modified operations
UCLA’s Michael Beck, Michael Levine and Lubbe Levin sent a message to UCLA employees outlining the campus’s transition to modified operations and the resources available to help those affected by the fires.
UCLA donates space at UCLA Research Park for disaster recovery center run by FEMA, local and state agencies
The center will provide vital support and services for residents impacted by the fires.
Jan. 11: Update on campus operations and instruction
UCLA will modify operations and move to remote instruction through Friday, Jan. 17, Chancellor Julio Frenk announced today.
UCLA Chancellor Julio Frenk’s video message to the campus community about the wildfires
“Many in our community are facing unimaginable challenges right now,” the chancellor said. “We can get through this if we all stand together.”
New beginnings: Julio Frenk takes over as UCLA’s chancellor ‘with gratitude, humility and joy’
With UCLA at the threshold of an exciting new chapter in its history, Chancellor Frenk shared a message of welcome with the Bruin community.
Brian Kite named UCLA dean and vice provost of graduate education
Kite, currently the dean of the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television, is expected to start in the new role on or before Feb. 1, 2025.
To jumpstart UCLA South Bay, Steve Yu embraces ‘other duties as assigned’
The South Bay campus CFO and COO is leaning into a startup mentality to expand the university’s geographic footprint.
2024 reflections: A year of excellence, challenges and empathy
As we head into the holidays and prepare to usher in 2025, Newsroom takes a look back at the accomplishments of the Bruin community and the highlights of 2024.
UCLA extends Athletics Director Martin Jarmond’s contract through 2029
Jarmond’s leadership has broadened UCLA’s national footprint and strengthened student-athlete success on and off the field.
Leaders of UC, CSU and California Community Colleges share statement on the election
Interim Chancellor Darnell Hunt also shared resources available on the UCLA campus for the well-being of students, faculty and staff.
Julio Frenk gets a red-carpet welcome at Time magazine’s celebration of Latino leaders
The chancellor-designate was one of 17 honorees, including actors, playwrights, corporate executives and others, honored for their influence and leadership.
Where the Journey Takes You
Julio Frenk, and his partner, Felicia Marie Knaul, are driven by family histories of resilience, community and a belief in the power of possibility.
A Bruin in full: Interim Chancellor Darnell Hunt knows UCLA from the ground up
With vision and pragmatism, the longtime campus leader and acclaimed scholar is guiding the university through a pivotal transition.
How can UCLA protect against phishing, ransomware and other threats?
UCLA’s ‘top IT cop’ Drake Chang tells us about the crucial importance of cybersecurity awareness.
Bruins get a warm welcome from UCLA’s interim chancellor, then party in Westwood Village
Some 6,500 new students packed into Pauley Sunday for the welcome, learned the all-important eight-clap and found out what a Westwood block party is all about.
Again and again: UCLA is the nation’s No. 1 public university for the 8th year in a row
With another top ranking from U.S. News & World Report, the campus continues to redefine what it means to be a great public institution.