UCLA in the Community

Herbert Najera discusses his journey to a career in health care.

Over nine screenings, the series features a diverse lineup that spotlights the best contemporary and classic feature-length films from Iran and the Iranian diaspora.

The UCLA Olga Radko Endowed Math Circle has greatly benefitted from her philanthropy.

UCLA researchers are taking part in the effort to monitor plant and wildlife recovery in the Chaney Trail Corridor, located Northwest of Eaton Canyon.

Businesses that process used concrete have long caused dust pollution for neighbors. Students in a UCLA law clinic are helping find a solution.  

The UCLA Community School honored 15 years as an innovative teaching and learning environment for students, educators and families. 

Students spent a week in March experiencing firsthand how creativity fosters personal growth, community connection and even how we eat. 

Executive chef Christa Carretero shares her passion for culinary arts.

The competition seeks winning designs for faster, innovative, lower-cost housing for the next generation of homeowners.

Leading voices in politics, media and planning came together to provide an overview of local recovery efforts.

The Project Recovery roadmap provides actionable recommendations to support a more resilient future.

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

The new car-free community space will become a cornerstone of connection in the heart of the neighborhood, said Chancellor Julio Frenk.

With a song in her heart, combat medic Triniti Gistand pursues a medical degree at UCLA. 

Nominee Arianne Phillips will be the Center’s Designer in Residence this May.

Experts will provide L.A. civic leaders with the research-informed knowledge to create policy to inform ‘safe and resilient’ recovery.

More than 1,000 UCLA community members have volunteered to help out at the FEMA center at the UCLA Research Park.

The chiefs honed their skills and obtained certified associate project manager certificates through the project management professional exam preparation in 2019.

“I wanted to let them all know that people have their backs in this time of turmoil,” a team member said.

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.

The center will provide vital support and services for residents impacted by the fires.

Experts warn the deadly, destructive L.A. County fires could have lasting effects on mental health.

Pregnant people, children, infants and those with underlying lung disease are particularly vulnerable to particulates from the L.A. fires.

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.

The funding provides new opportunities to expand and strengthen UCLA’s partnerships with communities throughout Los Angeles.