UCLA’s Congo Basin Institute is out to definitively map the African rainforests, a mission that could revolutionize climate science — and just maybe save the planet.

An updated video game offers a novel research tool in the fight against breast cancer.

Walton, one of the greats of UCLA basketball, died last month. Here, a reflection on his pride in being a Bruin, his intersection with rock ’n’ roll, and his comfort in tea and a good book.

You can tell a lot about a graduate by the display on their cap.

During difficult times, it’s important to look at the big picture — including the many ways UCLA continues to thrive.

A curated selection of stories from across the UCLA campus spotlighting LGBTQ+ voices, histories and research.

Bruin Founders will advance goal 1 of UCLA’s Strategic Plan: to deepen the university’s engagement with Los Angeles.

This year’s graduates have faced unexpected challenges, but their experiences have brought them a sense of resilience and wisdom.

The announcement that Dr. Frenk will be UCLA’s next chancellor has elicited widespread praise across the community, academia, government and the media.

Read the stories of some of the 15,000 exceptional Bruins who will be receiving their degrees this commencement season and launching into the next chapter in their lives.

The comprehensive tracking effort of those sentenced as youths to life without parole looks at outcomes like resentencing, release and exonerations.

Sarahy Torres’ research and outreach seeks to uplift farm-working communities, with a focus on women. (available in Spanish)

Sarah Worden, who will earn her doctorate in atmospheric and oceanic sciences, double-majored in music and physics as an undergrad.

The renowned public health researcher and president of the University of Miami is recognized globally as a visionary leader in higher education.

Winning projects in the Health Equity Challenge support mental health and treating people experiencing homelessness.

Diana Rinza, mother of 3, overcame a major health scare to earn her degree and help nontraditional students.

Some of USAC President Naomi Hammonds’ most important contributions at UCLA might not be seen — but they can be felt.

Graduating students’ artistic achievements are recognized by the Chancellor’s Council on the Arts.

Overturning what’s known as the “Chevron doctrine” could strip agencies like the EPA of longstanding authority.

Slamon’s innovations, including his work developing the breast cancer drug Herceptin, helped shape a new era in cancer therapy.

Stop by the Hammer to check out new exhibitions, including one from these two transdisciplinary artists and fashion designers.

A UCLA study shows smoke from increasing wildfires in California caused up to 55,700 deaths in 11 years.

The new UCLA Berry Gordy Music Industry Center brings the music mogul’s commitment to artistic excellence and social justice to campus.

A full-circle moment in Europe gave Jonathan Valenzuela Mejia a fresh perspective on Central American studies. (available in Spanish)

The second-quarter analysis also predicts that California’s economic growth will slow in 2024 but outpace the nation in 2025.