It’s Jackie Robinson Day and we’re celebrating the legacy of the Bruin legend
Robinson, once called “the greatest UCLA athlete of all time,” became the first Black player in Major League Baseball on April 15, 1947.
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Persistent gaps for Black Californians would take over 248 years to close
The State of Black California 2024 report analyzes two decades of socioeconomic status data.
Q&A: Tyrone Howard on dismantling racial injustice in education
The UCLA professor will lead the 2024 meeting of the American Education Research Association, where the topic will be at the forefront.
Celebrating differences in the health care field
Syrian American medical student Reem Karmouta never thought about becoming a doctor — until she met one who looked just like her.
Changes to U.S. data collection on race, ethnicity could be a boon to public health
Research by the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research and other campus units contributed to the government’s revision process.
Protecting Black mothers before, during and after pregnancy
The UCLA Center for Reproductive Science, Health and Education hosted a talk by L.A. County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell.
Newsroom’s top videos: Wooden’s stamp on history, Bruinettes pride and more
In addition, how doctoral student AJ Addae is opening doors for people of color in cosmetics research, and the impact of AI on the academy.
Diversity in demand: People of color, women – in audience and on the big screen – hold keys to industry survival
People of color also hit historic highs while women drop in key jobs, according to UCLA Hollywood Diversity Report.
Women on history, today’s realities and visions for the future
From conferences to art making, explore events across campus that represent the diverse experiences, leadership and research of women.
Gold Dust Twins: How two law students made a civil rights–era connection
Katharine “Kitty” Young and Evan Mitchell Zepeda discovered their relatives, both civil rights icons, were longtime best friends.
Marcus Hunter pens alternative histories of racial healing, cues Rihanna
The professor’s latest book uses creative nonfiction to show how one of the nation’s most divisive topics is bigger than money.
What prevents more Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islanders and Asian Americans from seeking mental health care?
Tailoring outreach by cultures, languages and nationalities could help increase utilization of services.
UCLA Data Equity Center aims to provide data expertise to those who need it
The UCLA Center for Health Policy Research and its network of partners will offer free assistance across the country.
Daniela Cortez Bravo: Elevating student voices in UCLA’s Hispanic-Serving Institution efforts
The HSI initiative will be hosting a campus forum on nurturing Latino excellence on Feb. 22.
Watch: Bruinettes bring pillar of the HBCU experience to UCLA
Since last fall, the danceline performance group has carved out a new space for Black inclusion at Bruin sporting events.
IN FOCUS: Black History Month
Read a curated selection of stories from across the UCLA campus spotlighting Black voices, histories and research.
‘Your voice matters too’: UCLA’s AJ Addae on the need for young Black scientists in the cosmetics industry
There’s an “inclusivity problem” when it comes to the testing and development of skin products, the doctoral student and entrepreneur says.
Alumni Helen and Morgan Chu pledge $10 million to benefit UCLA Institute of American Cultures
The couple’s gift will strengthen ethnic studies at UCLA and advance research in support of social justice.
Helen y Morgan Chu donan 10 millones de dólares al Instituto de Culturas Americanas de la UCLA
La donación de la pareja fortalecerá los estudios étnicos en la UCLA e impulsará la investigación en apoyo de la justicia social.
Bringing Black history, lives into focus at UCLA
Join Bruins across campus for public performances, art and discussions happening this month.
Empowering Latina Voices: Highlights from the Latina Futures Symposium at UCLA
Eminent policymakers and scholars from across the country came together to explore law and policy challenges through a Latina lens.
Summers pay off for ethnic studies students – in more ways than one
The Gold Shield/IAC Ethnic Studies Summer Internships program allows Bruins to get paid while working for a nonprofit.
Flashback: Video ‘time capsule’ features American Indian studies scholars
In 2011, four Bruins pledged to serve Native communities — here’s where they are today.
Weavings preserve artist’s Navajo heritage as cultural erasures loom
Works from Melissa Cody are on display as part of the “Made in L.A. 2023: Acts of Living” exhibition at the Hammer Museum.
Watch, listen: U.S. Indigenous population gains puzzle researchers
Professor and demographer Desi Small-Rodriguez sees the power in numbers in helping her community build a better future.