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What Will Happen in 2026? Our Experts Tell Us What to Expect
After a tumultuous 2025, what’s in store for next year? Six UCLA faculty members weigh in on what the future holds.
A Stylish Subject for Study
UCLA Library Special Collections aims to plant a flag in fashion scholarship by leveraging its bold archive in new, exciting ways.
Can You Tell Me How to Get From Westwood to Sesame Street?
Drawing on his UCLA roots, Alan Muraoka became one of the most beloved people ever to befriend Big Bird.
What’s Your Incentive?
Anderson economist Jana Gallus studies how nonmonetary rewards can motivate people — and help solve society’s problems.
The History of Nell Irvin Painter
Almost 60 years after graduating from UCLA, the 83-year-old artist, historian, writer and intellectual giant continues to open our eyes by putting a new lens on the past.
Why Bonnie Cashin Matters
The style icon’s trusted protégée and friend explains why it’s time the fashion designer got her proper due — and why UCLA was the right place to make it happen.
Inauguration Inspiration: Chancellor Frenk’s Speech
Here are the highlights of the address from UCLA’s new leader when he formally assumed the role at the June ceremony.
Engineers With a Cause
The students of UCLA’s Engineers Without Borders club partner with nonprofits to solve the world’s toughest problems.
I, Robot
Dennis Hong’s amazing machines have dazzled the world. But he's still working toward the dream of having his own personal humanoid butler.
The Top 25 Bruinventions of the 21st Century (So Far)
Bruingenuity is on vivid display in myriad inventions that save and improve lives every day. Bonus: gourmet slime!
Then & Now
In 1974, the staff of the Bruin yearbook gathered under a leafy tree for its group portrait. More than 50 years later, they returned to do it again.
The Winner of Our Second Annual Caption Contest!
Our image of Joe Bruin on the psychiatrist’s couch generated a lot of witty commentary.
A Season of Gratitude
Chancellor Frenk looks back on his first autumn at UCLA with pride — and looks ahead to the rest of the academic year with optimism.
The Patient Becomes the Doctor
As a child, Tae-León Butler received lifesaving cancer treatment at UCLA. Now, she’s back on campus to become a pediatric oncology physician herself.
Out of the Ashes
The wildfires that devastated Los Angeles last January continue to raise profound questions. Bruin researchers are leading the way to mitigate future fire risk.
Rising to the Call
The worst wildfires in the history of Southern California called for action and solutions. I am proud UCLA has offered both.
When Ideas Go to Work
With 285 new inventions last year alone, UCLA’s research and creative activities are powering progress far beyond campus.
The Artful Dodger
Ten years ago, Dave Roberts took the reins of one of the most storied franchises in professional sports. Today, he’s still bringing Bruin excellence to baseball.
Write On
Jason De León was thunderstruck when he won the National Book Award — the second time in two years a UCLA professor has walked away with the honor.