The professor of English and of Chicana/o and Central American studies is co-leading an effort to create a new “living archive” of Latinx sounds for Los Angeles.
Ruiz, one of the foremost medieval historians, was honored for his exceptional scholarly activity since his retirement in 2019.
The chair of Slavic, East European & Eurasian Languages & Cultures explains why translation is as much art as it is science.
He was honored in part for his ability to merge cultures, languages and religions. The award recognizes mid-career faculty for exceptional contributions to teaching.
The professors will pursue projects at the Harvard University Center for Italian Renaissance Studies in Florence, Italy.
“Grand Theft Eco,” a series of three short films, was created by a team led by professors Ursula Heise and Danny Snelson.
An animated short conceived by the UCLA professor will be screened at the prestigious festival.
The prize recognizes outstanding scholarly work or educational service by emeriti faculty in the humanities and social sciences.
In his acceptance letter, Taylor quoted Ralph Waldo Emerson: “But do your work and I shall know you.”
The author of the National Book Award-winning “Blackouts” is working on his third novel, which considers the role of triadic relations in structuring life.