Nation, World + Society

For World Kindness Day, explore how UCLA is uncovering the science of kindness, building bridges across differences and putting compassion into action.

UCLA’s Veronica Terriquez can discuss how young people have gained political empowerment in Texas, Michigan and other states.

UCLA archaeologists are partnering with the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency to provide closure and comfort to military families.

A curated selection of stories from across UCLA spotlighting Native American voices, histories and research.

The activist’s dedication to social change and her message of “Sí, se puede” will continue through the many Bruins she inspired.

The expanded mission brings together research, education and industry expertise to address urban economics and the challenges facing cities.

A UCLA Center for Neighborhood Knowledge study finds that monthly naturalizations fell 83%, raising concerns about citizenship and voter participation.

The UCLA professor discusses how power, geopolitics and economics play out on the internet and through digital technologies.

As the state prepares for its midterm elections, here are some ways to make sure your voice is heard.

The annual awards recognized outstanding reporting on topics ranging from the Trump administration’s financial dealings to the global race for artificial intelligence.

The study from the Center for Scholars & Storytellers at UCLA provides insight into young people’s media preferences.

A UCLA-led study finds that in military confrontations, misunderstanding an opponent’s intentions can fuel conflict — while something as simple as a shared boundary can help stop it.

UCLA sociologist Aliza Luft explains how polarizing factors could shape the midterm elections — and why Americans may have more in common than they think.

UCLA Law’s Rick Hasen and Shelby Wayment cut through the noise, explaining what voters should watch for, what could go wrong and why there’s reason for optimism.

Miller, a food policy strategist, advocate and author, is also the founding executive director of the Chef Action Network.

Longtime public servant and UCLA Luskin policy expert Zev Yaroslavsky assesses the issues surrounding the hotly contested Proposition 40.

The latest California Health Interview Survey also provides insights into immigrants’ health and young adult vaping, among other topics.

Brand and her research partners have been examining how workers who lose AI-exposed jobs move to other occupations.

UCLA professors Georgia Kernell, Stuart Soroka and Lynn Vavreck discuss campaign ads and media coverage as midterms approach.

UCLA’s Miriam Posner explores the history of supply chain management – and why companies know surprisingly little about where their products come from.

A new study by the UCLA–UC Berkeley Deportation Data Project examined arrests and removals across seven Southern California counties.

The latest California Latino GDP report shows that Latinos propelled the state’s economic growth in 2024.

California continues to outpace the nation in economic growth, but its unemployment rate remains the highest of any state.

UCLA’s Megan Mullin discusses the economic and political calculations surrounding AI growth and how communities can leverage their power.

With a prestigious Newman Civic Fellowship, Deanna Placa is building a network for school teachers to help promote students’ civic learning.