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Leamer’s contributions to economic research spanned more than five decades and multiple areas. “It is impossible to overstate his impact,” UCLA Anderson Dean Antonio Bernardo said.

Support and guidance for faculty, students and staff on new directives from Washington, D.C.

The award, which comes with a $2 million prize, recognizes exceptional contributions to technology, engineering and science.

Six faculty members have been named recipients of the award, which is among the most competitive and prestigious available to early-career researchers.

The global figure in transportation and land-use planning earned a dedicated following with his groundbreaking research and book “The High Cost of Free Parking.”

Aydogan Ozcan and Lixia Zhang of the UCLA Samueli School of Engineering were among 150 new U.S. and international members announced today.

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

Designated by the Re:wild Your Campus organization, UCLA joins a nationwide network of educational institutions in maintaining landscapes free of toxic chemicals. 

The award recognizes leadership, compassionate care and dedication to improving the human experience in health care.

The virtual event will give UC staff an opportunity to hear from Drake before he steps down at the end of the 2024–25 academic year.

Elaheh Ahmadi, Justine Lee, Osvaldo Gutierrez and Mitchell Spearrin are among the scientists and engineers being recognized.

The chancellor will hold a series of UCLA Connects: Listening Exercise conversations with the Bruin community beginning in early February.

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.

Mientras UCLA sigue centrándose en proteger a los estudiantes, profesores y personal, la universidad está alentando a quienes puedan a donar fondos y suministros y a ser voluntarios en las labores de ayuda.

To mark this year’s MLK Day, Newsroom is highlighting a selection of stories on the ways King’s life and work have inspired social justice and teaching at UCLA.

Campus leaders hosted four virtual events to inform and hear from students, parents and employees, from Jan. 13 through 16.

Chancellor Julio Frenk today shared a message with the campus community about changes to campus operations and academic instruction.

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.

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 leaders offered the latest information on campus and UCLA Health operations and resources for those affected by the fires.

Find out about the current status of campus operations, instruction and emergency plans and see fire-related resources for students, faculty and staff.

UCLA will modify operations and move to remote instruction through Friday, Jan. 17, Chancellor Julio Frenk announced today.

UCLA will modify operations this weekend and move to remote instruction on Monday, Jan. 13, Chancellor Julio Frenk announced.

“Many in our community are facing unimaginable challenges right now,” the chancellor said. “We can get through this if we all stand together.”

As UCLA continues to focus on protecting students, faculty and staff, the university is encouraging those who able to donate funds and supplies and to volunteer in relief efforts.