UCLA Magazine Stories

Saba Waheed has dedicated her life to social justice. As the new director of the UCLA Labor Center, she’s now on the front lines in the fight for workers’ rights.

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

Editorial and art contributors to the Spring 2024 issue of UCLA Magazine.

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

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

With three key acquisitions, UCLA is laying out a bold new vision for the years ahead.

Gaurav N. Sant is transforming carbon dioxide into concrete. He was inspired by … seashells.

A forthcoming anthology showcases the genius of UCLA’s master bard.

Mining her own life for inspiration, Erika Hirugami is turning a spotlight on the beautiful art of undocumented creatives. She’s also changing their lives.

Recent grad Nilton Serva ’23 tells of his incredible journey from incarcerated youth to proud Bruin — and how coming to Westwood changed his life forever.

What Mali the bonobo is teaching us about the contagiousness of joy.

Tongva artist Mercedes Dorame ’03 has brought Catalina Island to the Getty, hoping to reaffirm her tribe’s presence — and meaning — in Los Angeles.

In a new book, a master of motion explains how he teaches Hollywood to move.

UCLA has become a world leader in organ transplants, giving hope — and many more years — to patients.

How the UCLA mascots have evolved over the years to become the beloved bears we know today.

Four UCLA professors are helping lead the charge in protecting our democracy.

Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost Darnell Hunt discusses UCLA’s exciting new five-year Strategic Plan.

Wu Tsang M.F.A. ’10 is one of our most fascinating and talented provocateurs, challenging the very notion of what art is — and what it can be.

A series of new property additions will expand UCLA’s ability to serve students and the city of Los Angeles.

A Bruin scientist discovers a radically easy new way to diagnose stress — and do something about it.