UCLA Magazine Stories

Twelve people with only one thing in common — UCLA — randomly gather at your house for a meal. Witness the magic of Dinner for 12 Strangers, a beloved Bruin tradition.

At UCLA, every day is Veterans Day.

Meet the latest additions to the legion of UCLA recipients of a MacArthur “Genius” Fellowship — the most prestigious arts award in the nation.

The story of UCLA’s 2025 Veteran of the Year illustrates how the university changes lives.

Deciding to leave before earning a degree is never an easy decision. But for a growing number of students, the decision to return and finish is.

Celebrating four generations — and counting — of a family that truly represents “UCLA for Life.”

With democracy under attack here and abroad, dedicated professors at UCLA are instilling insight, reason and passion in students who are answering the call to save it.

UCLA Downtown is charting a new course as it reshapes how Angelenos connect with their city — and the university.

Reflections from one of UCLA’s greatest athletes — and legends.

As a proud Bruin, she brings a unique perspective to her role as chair of the UC Board of Regents — and a crystal-clear vision of the role of higher education in America.

The provocative thinker talks about how "UCLA took a chance on me,” the path that opened up as a result, and why he’s still optimistic about America.

Now a centenarian, the esteemed philanthropist — who, with his wife, Renee, has donated close to $200 million to UCLA — remains as true a Bruin as ever.

Editorial and art contributors to the Spring 2026 issue of UCLA Magazine.

An overview of the stories in UCLA Magazine’s Spring issue.

A Bruin guide to this month’s most intriguing events at UCLA.

In the 2006 Sweet 16, UCLA stunned Gonzaga in one of the most incredible comebacks in history.

A Bruin guide to this month’s most intriguing events at UCLA.

Over the last 100 years, Bruins have written, directed and performed in films that have entertained and influenced generations.

A UCLA engineering professor’s scientific breakthrough is changing the field of bioelectronics.

A star guard on the history-making UCLA women’s basketball team reflects on an incredible season — and why the journey to championship glory is just beginning.

Dedicated almost 50 years ago, the Westwood Walk of Fame was created to pay sidewalk homage to Oscars Best Picture winners.

A year into her tenure as the steward of one of the cultural jewels of the university, the director of the Hammer Museum at UCLA is bringing to her role a finely tuned global perspective and unbridled optimism.

At a hundred years and counting, UCLA’s world-famous marching band keeps drumming up Bruin pride.

As it celebrates both 30 years of bringing innovative theater to Westwood and its unique bond with UCLA, the Geffen Playhouse continues to enchant.

The iconic comedian just endowed a scholarship at UCLA. She talks about how Westwood became the spot where her rise to stardom began.