UCLA's student tradition has more seats and a big draw in MC Hammer. "We’ve sold more tickets so far than the Alumni Association has ever sold," says the student director.
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Law kicks off commencement season
New graduates of the UCLA School of Law received their diplomas on Friday in Dickson Plaza, before happy family and friends. Commencement info | Press release
New Meteorite Museum rocks
The collection of some 1,500 meteorites includes a 357-pound chunk from Arizona donated to UCLA by philanthropist William Andrews Clark, Jr.
Marijuana data
A team of student researchers from the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs could help separate fact from fiction in the national debate over marijuana.
Serving justice on a global scale
The Human Rights & International Criminal Law Online Forum, started by law professor Richard Steinberg and his students, has become a closely watched international "moot court" for opinions by top international jurists, legal scholars, lawyers and policymakers.
Instant recess
Chancellor Block and staff members took 10 minutes to exercise at CHS Plaza in honor of Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey. Similar events were held elsewhere. Photos
Bruins open for the Rolling Stones
"(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction" is older than the students in the UCLA Bruin Marching Band. But they had fun playing the song at L.A's Staples Center. Story and video
Center for the Art of Performance at UCLA unveils season
Highlights include offerings in international theater, modern dance, music and spoken word.
Latest News
Latest news on planned strike by patient-care workers unions at UC, UCLA
The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees union has asked its members to strike at UC medical centers May 21–22. Check here for updates.
Actor Kal Penn, dancer Lula Washington, other grads receive alumni awards
UCLA's Alumni Association honors six alumni on May 17 for outstanding achievement in their professional fields and contributions to society.
Also: Alumni Day on Saturday
Math students place third in prestigious North American competition
Led by two students finishing in the top 20, the team earns UCLA's best finish in the Putnam Competition since 1968.
Brain rewires itself after damage or injury, life scientists discover
Breakthrough findings could potentially help scientists develop new treatments for Alzheimer's, stroke and other conditions involving the hippocampus.
Breathing auto emissions turns HDL cholesterol from 'good' to 'bad'
In addition to changing "good" cholestrol to "bad," inhaling emissions activates other components of oxidation.
Warming in central China greater than climate models indicated
Using a novel method for measuring land-based temperatures, UCLA researchers found the region is 10 to 14 degrees hotter than in the last ice age.
UCLA Architecture and Urban Design launches 'Extreme IDEAS' series
UCLA faculty and industry professionals will participate in panels and events as part of Pacific Standard Time Presents: Modern Architecture in L.A.
Scientists sequence genome of 'sacred lotus' with anti-aging secrets
Understanding the plant's unique genetic makeup could lead scientists to new ideas about how to extend the healthy lives of humans and agricultural crops.
UC seeks restraining order against AFSCME strike
The University of California will seek the order in response to an announcement by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees that the union is asking UC patient care and service employees to strike at UC medical centers May 21–22.
Stem cell research moves toward treatment for rare nerve disease
Studying human neural cells — as opposed to laboratory mice — is a key advance because A-T affects people and animals differently.
Two UCLA faculty elected to National Academy of Sciences
Dr. Edward De Robertis and Ernest Wright are the 42nd and 43rd current members of UCLA's faculty to receive the prestigious honor.
Bacteria organize according to 'rich-get-richer' principle, study finds
Study is the first to identify bacteria's 'strategy' for forming the micro-colonies that become biofilms, which can cause seemingly routine bacterial infections to become lethal.
Today's Topic
Bicycle commuting
Annelie Rugg rides 22 miles to her job at UCLA from West Hills in the San Fernando Valley. Video and Q&A
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