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Representatives from the American Talent Initiative met with members of the UCLA community to learn about best practices that could be shared with other schools.

The archival and architectural treasure was closed for two years for seismic retrofitting and to bring the building into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

From taking radio into orbit to pioneering work on organ transplants, Rothblatt was recognized for a lifetime of accomplishments.

Some operations, like the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center and police and fire departments, remain open. Normal operations will resume Jan. 2.

The 113,000 applications for fall 2018 freshman admission make this the most economically, ethnically and geographically diverse pool of talent ever to apply.

UCLA will continue to monitor the Skirball Fire situation.

Though classes are canceled today all UCLA hospitals and clinics are open, and most other offices, departments and buildings across campus are conducting normal operations.

In recognition of a life filled with accolades and dedicated to mentoring future leaders, he was awarded UCLA’s highest honor.

“By addressing health disparities and promoting health equity... she has raised the public profile of health care access as a true social justice issue,” said UCLA Chancellor Gene Block.

This is a difficult decision, since final exams begin on Saturday. However, canceling Thursday classes will allow UCLA officials to assess logistical issues in advance of finals week.

The chancellor says that while UCLA is planning to resume normal operations on Thursday, Dec. 7, he advises everyone to be safe and monitor communications for updates.

The UCLA campus experienced a loss of power from LADWP and relied on self-generating capacity to sustain limited operations.

UCLA is aware of the fire in Sepulveda Pass and is closely monitoring the situation. Follow UCLA Newsroom here and on Twitter for updates.  

Researchers and scientists on list are those whose studies were among the top 1 percent most referenced in their field.

The expanded partnership aims to go beyond the superficial symptoms of the challenges veterans face and treat problems at their roots.

Kelly brings 27 seasons of coaching experience at both the professional and collegiate levels, most recently serving as head coach of the San Francisco 49ers and Philadelphia Eagles.

UCLA Director of Athletics Dan Guerrero announced the change on Sunday, effective immediately. The terms of Mora’s contract will be honored using no state funds.

The chancellor thanks those who assisted and expressed concerns, and provides an update on what happens next regarding the student-athletes.

The singer and conductor, who has guided opera in Los Angeles for decades, also conducted a public master class at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music.

UCLA professors and alumni share their approaches to innovation at the magazine’s annual festival that brings together leaders in entertainment, technology and business.

In presenting the campus’s highest honor, Chancellor Gene Block praised the poet’s achievements as both an artist and an activist.

New center provides the men’s and women’s basketball teams with vital resources, and also frees up facility access for other programs and student-athletes.

University of California President Janet Napolitano said the center will be devoted to research, education and advocacy.

Professor Abel Valenzuela will be responsible for implementing recommendations of a UCLA advisory council and for informing the campus community about important policy changes.

UCLA is third among American public universities, according to the 2018 Best Global Universities rankings.