Noriega, currently a distinguished professor at the school, will begin his tenure Feb. 1 and serve until June 30 — or until a permanent dean is appointed.
To mark this year’s MLK Day, Newsroom is highlighting a selection of stories on the ways King’s life and work have inspired social justice and teaching at UCLA.
In the face of a contracting industry, with streamers relying on old or long-running shows, researchers at UCLA sought to find where future success lies for the small screen.
During Election Day and in the days following, media have cited UCLA research and turned to UCLA faculty for expert insight on a range of election-related topics.
The chancellor-designate was one of 17 honorees, including actors, playwrights, corporate executives and others, honored for their influence and leadership.